Owned a 2.5 from 2019 apart from tyres and oil changes it's cost me nothing in repairs it's now done 105,000km still a dream to drive. Would recommend ones to anyone

One of the best things about something like a cx5 or a 6 is that even though the platform and tech may be a bit older, it all works perfectly and is easy to use. There are no bugs, its solid as a rock and never has an issue. I like that. Others may not. Each to their own.

We just bought a CX-5 and we're very happy with it! It truly feels like a luxury car without having to pay the price of one. Ours is the 2.0 litre and for our daily routine and driving style it's perfect! I can't recommend this car enough, it's great! :)

Love this channel,watching from South Africa

I love this channel, cant wait for more car reviews. These videos deserve way more views, they just so goood.

Really cool course/track you use to test the cars, much better than the usual straight road reviews many youtubers do.

I own a 2023 akera petrol and I’m very happy with the car .It has plenty of power and looks luxurious in the cabin while having all the good features .Highly recommended.

Have owned the last model and LOVED IT. Was pretty zippy 2.5L GT and just fun to drive. Put 250,000 on it

Paul, has it all. Paul’s warehouse! (That’s all I can think of after intros)

AWD adds weight which means more registration cost. Turbo adds insurance cost and includes an engine with a lower compression ratio. For short trips the 2.5 L engine takes 15 minutes to reach operation temperature, so the turbo will run cold, reducing its life. In NSW the speed limit is 110 km/h not 130km/h. As an SUV, the center of gravity is higher that a sedan, which makes handling on those windy roads look dangerous at the speed he was driving. Its GPS is garbage compared to a Garmin. The center console takes up side leg room and is uncomfotable. By default, the radio and start-stop turn on startup, which is a nuisance. A manual transmission and permanent 4WD would be the same weight as an automatic without AWD. People who have driven a 2L manual report that it has enough power but that when auto is added a the 2.5 is required, so much for emission control. That changing the battery requires a complicated procedure is ridiculous. Automatic wipers make the windscreen expensive to replace, other useless feature. Paddle shifters move with steering wheel, so are useless when cornering; I just can't find them. The CX5 is still great compared with crap CVTs and hybrids. The transmission has a pan and dipstick so is serviceable. The locking clutch is great. The engine has plenty of power for the weight of the car and can run on standard petrol with a high about 15:1 compression ratio. The comment that "it's thirsty" is inappropriate as it is not thirsty compared to other 2.5 L engines but is rather the opposite but yes, it uses more petrol that a scooter. The Skyactive engine's main feature is that it is efficient, having direct injection, variable valve timing, very high compression ratio and is reliable, with a timing chain instead of a belt. It uses electric variable valve timing on the inlet side, which is serviceable. The inlet valves are said not to carbonise, which happens in other direct injected petrol engines.

I have the 2021 Akera model with 2.5L turbo - it’s quick and very easy to drive. Worth the extra bucks. A bit thirsty but the tank isn’t huge either. It floats around a lot more than my 3.0L Cayenne diesel turbo but really isn’t far behind it in acceleration since it’s lighter. Wifey prefers driving the CX-5.

Have two of them in a family - 2.5T and 2.2D. Love them both, thinking to buy one more cx-5

Great channel, great review 👍

Hi Paul, I really admire your work😊 Can you please do a video on dashcams.

My partner owns the 2022 CX-5 Akera Turbo done about 30,000km and she loves it. It is thirsty I admit, but we love the simplicity of the tech. No anoying beeps at you anytime, if you turn off a feature, guess what it stays off unlike some cars that you need to turn it off each time you start the car. Something to be mindful if you put 98 petrol you get a better power out of it which is pretty cool. We owned a 2019 as well, it didn’t have creaking issues with the centre console, if you have your left leg resting on the side and push a little you’ll hear creaks (2022 model). But besides that so far so good. Servicing it is easy as a Corrolla service.

I have had a G35 Akera for more than a year now. Absolutely love it! It is damn fast and has such a punchy engine! On premium fuel, 0-100 is 6.5 seconds! The akera interior is so nice! I firt test-driveed non turbo ones and was not impressed but g35 akera is amazing 😍 Similar specs with bmw x3 with almost half of the price.

Hi Paul, as always awesome reviews. What are your thoughts on the Mazda 6 (esp on the 2.5T trim)? How does it compare with the CX5 and does it still stand up to the competition?

Have the 2.2 GT Turbo Diesel from new 2019 - cracking car - the pick of the range for torque and hauling family loads.I think she’s good for another five years 65000 on the clock ATM and drives as good as the day I bought it. Leather interior also holding up nicely! Can’t go wrong with any CX5 really.

The big issue we had with the cx5 is that for the size of the car, it's awfully small inside there's not much knee room in the front and the boot and second row are small. The driver's seat is also designed for far shorter people than 6' 2" my shoulders were on the headrest. Ultimately, we went with a tucson to fit a rear facing car seat, pram, etc in the boot and have a comfortable driver's seat. Cx5 might be ok for empty nesters but as a family car this thing is really only for people with kids front facing and not needing porta cots etc

Hi Paul, I have one as a company car in 2.2 Diesel Touring Active trim and love it! Super good on fuel and has plenty of get up and go in it. Shame the diesel isn't offered any more as I feel the new ones are far more reliable than the older versions.

Had the 2023 G35 Akera for 10 months. ZOOM ZOOM 😎

selling my 2020 cx5 tourer this week. 50k km, never had a problem and a really great car. lucky enough to live in the NT so driving 130km/h is a regular occurance. unfortunately dosnt suit my family camping needs. moving to an isuzu mux since mazda after my years of asking have never made a wago like the bt50 < dmax.

With the 2.5 liter engine, I expected it to be faster. The touch screen only while mirroring your mobile is a cool feature.

I’m using 2024 model and I’m loving it

I watched your review and happy to provide feedback. I have a 2019 GT version of it and I do agree that (spec wise) there are little changes from the 2019 to this 2024 version. Still underpowered on occasions, still little fuel efficiency, still additional cost for a ok version and still have to sacrifice features due to additional accessories "designed by Mazda" that are not compatible. As an owner, I see the same 2019 specs being passed as 2024 because minor cosmetic changes. Beside this reflecting on Mazda workmanship when it comes to newer models, I agree with others, the car is still reliable, solid and a great drive

We bought a 2.5 awd maxx sport new in 2015. It's been great. 9 years of trouble free driving. Economy is hanging around the 8.8 and performance is more than enough. There's no need for a turbo at all. The only time I felt I could have used a bit more is when Im overtaking while towing my boat.

Bought the non turbo 2.5. Saves $26 per tank over the turbo on current 91 Ron price. Enough power to keep you happy.

Sadly, the diesel was never sorted and had to be dropped. We had 20 diesels and about 15 required replacement engines (under warranty), but what an engine when they ran! Grunty and economical.

We bought the GTSP turbo 4 and love it - almost identical fuel economy to our previous 2018 non-turbo Touring model - spend the extra $3k for the turbo model and you won't regret it

If you are tall, check the squab on the seat. I’m 6’ and found the squab too short at the end of a 1 hour+ test drive. Check the shoulder line as well. It’s quite high and I found it restricted my visibility of other drivers next to me on the passenger side of the car. The all-round visibility on the Subaru Outback is way better, and one of the reasons I chose it instead of the CX-5 in 2023.

People go on about infotainment systems, concentrate on driving and stop playing with the bloody tech 🤦🏻‍♂️

Mazda is the best super reliable car and who wants the best quality super reliable car they will go with Mazda definitely ❤

Ru guys gonna review the new chr soon?

Love my cx5 no issues whatsoever driven in New York

I have driven a 2.5L CX5 for 5 years: fuel consumption has been 7.4L/100km overall.

im sure you have already done this facelift version review?

I absolutely adore the CX-5 it is pretty much the only SUV I truly love, I do hope a new generation is on the horizon with the new 2019 Mazda 3 and onwards interiors but this is just the best 🥰❤️

Wish mid and large size suv came with a full size spre tyre... it's for road trips so it makes sense to have it...

I had a 2023 cx-5 in Canada. Was a good but thirsty car

This and the Xtrail have my attention

That front indicator wasn't led was it ? Looked halogen.

New considered it but it's actually a pretty good product.

I’ve had one of these for nearly 3 years. Reliability has been very good, no problems at all. Highway driving gets about 6.7 L/100km and I’ve nearly done 80,000km on one set of tyres. It is also the blandest most boring car I have ever owned, it’s very underpowered, trying to overtake anything takes a lot of planning. I will be selling it very soon.

Wife and I have Turbo petrol and diesel Two Akera Both are fantastic Love my Diesel lots of punch

I would buy the GT SP with the turbo petrol engine if I was buying now.

I liked the Mazda auto trans over the others I tested. However for the price and no hybrid options doesn't make sense, so went with the corolla cross instead

Early to my favourite reviewer

the red is stunning but i need something more discreet, like a creamy brown moving towards more cream.

Design wise, it’s aged well. Still looks modern. But that’s where the positives end 😂

I own a 2019 diesel, touring sport. Interior very good, soft top of door edges, not like sister in law Toyota hrv which has hard plastics. Performance is reasonable (ffs its not a sports car), very economic and great country tourer. Dosnt rattle inside?

Mazda with bullet-proof reliability.

Some brands can release the same car every year and bank the same money 😜😅 you can appreciate that... It's a daring thought of perfection

The remodelled CX-5 came out the same time the CR-V did and I’m surprised Mazda hadn’t made a new generation like what Honda done with their CR-V in 2023. Guess Mazda is in for the long run!!

Hi Paul can you compare the CX5 vs cx60

which car you drive

Hello from France Hésitante between cx5 or eclipse cross My criteria is ride confort I've à better price for the eclipse in 2nd hand

Getting a bit long in the tooth now, technology is a bit dated, interior hasn't changed and the same body shape for nearly 8 yrs 🤦. The car itself drives amazingly and the 2.5lt is the pick of the bunch. It's a case of the competition has caught up and left the CX-5 behind... My advice, only if you can't wait 12mths for the new model. Trust me I own one. GT SP 2.5

Big issue to get the more powerful 2.5T eng it's only available in the range topper so need to spend in excess of 60k and get a sunroof heated seats and a host of useless features you don't want or need to access the more disable power plant

Eh, I saw on Mazda Website that the whole CX-5 Lineup Had a Active Driving Display(HUD) configuration. Can Any owner of MY24 CX-5 confirm this?

The lack of touch screen, and a large screen at that, is a real turn off for this car. I really liked the CX-5 but I think the interior technology has not kept up with its competitors.

best suv on the market

Its long overdue ,time Mazda updates it's more than 10 year old petrol 4 cylinder engines ,why no hybrid options for a CX5 ?

Is there a fridge between the 2 front seats??

If you enjoy driving you wouldn’t get this car. If you are using a car just to get from a to b then this is the one for you. Reliable and simple to use.

Does this ride better than the CX60?

Can u try mazda cx30

It has been a fantastic experience in terms of reliability. Just do your check-ins every 5000 or now 10000 kms.

That 0-100 figure is 17:36 weirdly slow. Hot day? New engine? Should be 8.5 or so The non turbo is a much better ling term bet- 3-400km easy.

The turbo petrol is the best choice. 😊

Still good, bit long in the tooth . Shame the diesels had too many issues. It'll soon be an entirely petrol , PHEV range . I gather that all diesels are soon to be removed from our lineup apart from the BT 50.

The only thing I dont like on this car is those rear windows how the dont go down completely. Pretty unconfortable

Still with the stupid central display in full sun. I've got the CX3. Screen spider cracks was a known issue under a SERVICE BULLETIN IN USA. Meanwhile Mazda dealership said no reports in Australia. Well you going to fix mine, nope, car out of warranty. You going 6o take a report. Nope, VIN is not valid for the USA SB. But, they will fix it for $1200.

I don’t understand the pricing of the same car all over the world😢 we have to pay at least 10-15% more than US prices 😅

When the volume control knob is pressed for a couple of seconds the radio/audio turns off. BUT the Mazda Control screen goes completely black. AND the radio/audio STILL comes on when you press the Commander or turn car on. Quite glitchy and poorly designed. Otherwise a very fine car.

Pointless to buy this when there are better options out there

Just done first month in brand new cx5 so far pretty boring the side give a false indication of how close cars are beside you the infotainment is difficult to use and many other things I don’t like, windscreen on new car and has marks all over when you get in in the morning making it difficult to see out of in the full belt of morning sun, Would i buy another no.

I think the CX range is starting to look outdated. I would have no idea this is the 2024 version.

Nice car until mazda tells you to replace the front control arm and diff bushes costing over $2000. At 100,000km. I never taken my car off roading, or long drives interstate, light off road. Non of that. Mostly used my cx5 for school pick up and drop offs and going work to city. I think next time rav4 will be my pick. I dont want to replace a front control arm and diff bushes every 100,000km with a mazda.

Mazda and Subaru with 2.5L are best vehicles on the market!!!

I’m sick of mid size SUVs with very little room inside. The only one decent for space is the Forester. The mid size SUV would have to be the most boring segment. They’re massive on the outside, tiny on the inside. Bring back the body of the first gen Honda CRV.

Why no change into style, must be cost cutting...

The inside needs a major upgrade

I owen the 2020 CX-5 2.0l and it is under powered slow and heavy. Not very economical, it does 9L to every 100km with my driving style. I want to sell it after only having it for 1 month. I want a VW Tiguan, way better option.

They neeed a PHEV or Hybrid version of this now.

this guy likes to say "AS WELL" alot

Можели да добавите български в надписите за мога да разбера повече за колата също какво казвате 😊

damn that screen is disapointing

Owned the 2.5 of this model and still to this day I’m wondering what I missed in terms of everyone raving about it. My experience was it was gruntless and thirsty and the interior while nice looking was actually cheap and rattly. One of the most underwhelming car purchases I’ve ever made.

Still looks good inside and out. Would get the GT with turbo engine.

I heard the diesels should be avoided. Turbo/DPF issues.

there is a diesel aswell

Our local Mazdas is the worst Service I have ever had it was the service from hell they lost my keys bodged up the prepped work.then said it wasn’t there fault somehow it was our.

Geez the 2.0L must be absolutely gutless in this thing

Get a used one OR an Atto 3 instead. This is a Jurassic car

Mazda is lazy though.. this interior is blend, and actually hasn’t changed for so many years.. it’s not bad looking on the outside, but it’s long gone in the tooth now.

Yeah.....day old bread. Mazda were great 10 years ago....but like Toyota and Subaru....they backed the wrong horse in a two horse race. Expect them to go the way of Holden and Chrysler and disappear from the Australian market around the beginning of next decade. Buy one if you plan to keep less than 3 years...better still lease.....or you become the person who still drives about in a Magna

There’s one in our family, it’s been reliable , but. Has poor fuel economy and awful nvh noise in the cabin,

Subaru forester 2.5 faster and Awd with a cvt

Paul has 50 missed phone calls! Psycho ex girlfriend or micro managing boss?

45 k what a joke