Mazda CX-5

If you are looking for German build and interior quality, Japanese reliability, all round comfort look no further than the CX-5. Despite not having the best performance, it’S best of multiple worlds.

The Mazda CX-5 has been updated for 2022 with new equipment in a bid to stay competitive. In sum: It still looks the part, and drives the part.

Been looking around for an SUV with decent specs (coming from a C-Class) with an open mind to include Japanese / Korean SUVs for my consideration and chanced upon one of the few rare 2.5L Luxury unit. Test drove a 2.0L for comparison and was sold on the 2.5L.

Spacious, punchy and responsive yet sporty looking of the CX-5 KF model made my whole ownership experience for the past 8 months a very pleasant one. Interior is quite minimalist which I like, feature wise it's one of the highest specs (Super Luxury would have packed all the safety enhancements) which would have beaten all the other entry level conti SUV around the same price point in the used car market.

Did slight exterior enhancement to make it even sportier including a full glossy black rims and also blacked out the side mirror covers, also included kick boot sensor which made it even more convenient with the power tailgate.

If only it came with panoramic roof (which I've considered the Harrier Turbo before deciding on this ride), which I could settle for the sunroof.

It's probably one of the most bang for buck SUVs out there when I got it approx 2 years ago. Test drove almost all the SUVs that were around the same price range (+/- 20K) and landed on this. It was superior in the following areas:

1) exterior design - sporty, elegant

2) interior design - simple, classy

3) interior seats - comfy, well shaped for the average Asian

4) spacious - both cabin and boot, though not the most spacious but sufficient. Head room is not low as well.

5) handling - gives a feel that you have very good control over the car. Stable at higher speeds.

Replacing my X3 35i with a Jap SUV is never easy. After months of testing different Jap SUV, I decided to go for the CX-5.

The best in design, comfort, class interior, bose sound system, and engagement drive. I prefer the skyactiv-drive to those CVT.

The power may be lacking due to non-turbo but it is sufficient for Singapore city driving.

Actually, My X3 was overpowered which comes with many summonses from TP !

After 3 months of getting used to it, I have no regrets! Highly recommended!

Maybe it was a transition from a bad experience with my previous bmw 216i to this cx-5, there's a lot of driving experience bias in me since i could compare. In short it's very spacious, handsome and does provide a lot of comfort when navigating different terrains well.

Was initially impressed by the design and handling of the car. Handling is indeed pretty good - comparable to the BMW X3 (F25 gen), but engine is underpowered with slow pick up. Ride comfort is decent and cushy.

Interior design looks very BMW-ish, but functionality is not all there. Eg: volume controls for the radio vs nav system don't sync.

Car is also not refined - vibrations in the cabin are quite standard for this model, from the '08 to the subsequent "Facelift" Variants.

Had a number of parts fail in the first year of ownership - mirrors, wipers. Japanese reliability is not a strong point here.

Booked CX-5 a very pleasant car to drive and be in. Conti like interior and got great pricing for my trade-in car and the CX-5 event unit.

Previous car was a Mazda 3, which was already nice to drive. Decided to switch to a SUV as I've always felt more relaxed and shiok driving SUVs (CX5 and Rav4 on overseas roadtrips).

As our highway surfaces can be quite undulating due to constant roadworks (and maybe some other reasons), there is a difference in the way this SUV "Bounces" Along at highway speeds, as compared to a sedan. If possible, try to test drive on the highway to see if you like it. Generally, you will feel less jarring-ness from bumps in the road.

The CX5 can get up to speed rather easily, but I find myself driving safer in a more relaxed mood. Mazda cars are already more driver-centric than other Japanese brands in the similar range, but I would say the journey is more enjoyable in the CX5, while the drive experience is more enjoyable with the Mazda 3 (and I would guess the Mazda 6 as well).

There are probably better aftermarket sound systems, but the provided Bose sound system in the CX5 is good enough, if you don't intend to add on aftermarket parts.

Get the premium version if you can. It has nice options, one of which is ventilated seats. With the press of a button, a fan system inside the chair will channel cool air from the a/c to your back.

Car comes with Android auto and auto carplay, 2L engine more than sufficient for urban driving. Interior is equivalent to Europeon cars. No complains.

Took delivery early December. Chock full of features and interior has the luxury feel,and I have driven 3 Merc and a Bimmer,and not to manteion other continent broads before,this one is a definite value for money in terms of luxe feel and features( mine's a 2.0 Premium) Handles well and rides comfortably for my family of 4. Only drawback I can tell is the boot space or the shortfall of it. Ohhhh....And one more thing, personally I think it's the handsomest SUV in the market......That's why I bought it! :-)

Have been driving the CX-5 2.0 Premium for a month now. The entire car gives a premium feel compared to most cars in it's class.

Recently took delivery on a 2.0 Premium in November, and have been driving it for a while.

Ride is stable, but usual SUV feel. Soft suspension to cushion some bumps, but results in quite abit of body roll, when pushing car into a corner. Brakes also do not bite as well, might need to upgrade to aftermarket ones for a better feel.

Interior is plush, seats in Mazda fashion are thick and comfortable, but results in slightly less space as compared to other mainstream jap cars. Rear seats are more of a 2+1 seat rather than 3 seats. Significant raised middle block in the rear results in less space for middle passenger even though this is a 2WD.

Infotainment system is easy to use and has no lag. Buttons are plush and feel premium.

Mazda's new KODO design language has been around for some time and it looks great on the 2nd generation CX-5 especially in this new Red colour! Having driven the 1st generation CX-5 myself, this CX-5 is still as engaging and responsive to drive with an improvement in NVH. It's handling is also known to be one of the best amount similar class of SUVs. Only downside is its lack of power (no turbo) unlike the Harrier and CRV. The CX-5 will definitely be my next car although I hope a turbo variant will be available then.

I test drove the 2.5 top version and the build of this car reaches entry luxury standard. Very impressive indeed. The cabin is a wonderful place to be in, although leg space is slightly tight. The engine is ok, but it needs to rev to get going. Can feel tiring listening to the engine zoom zoom all the time.