The second-generation Mazda CX-5 is now seven years previous, and even the facelift that was launched earlier this yr has been round since September 2021. It’s clear, then, that this household SUV is near the top of its life, so has it been outclassed by its newer rivals?
Properly, that’s why we took the newest mannequin for a spin – and in top-spec 2.5 Turbo Excessive AWD guise. Its RM188,760 worth actually appears excessive, however now that different C-segment SUVs (similar to the brand new Honda CR-V) have additionally breached the RM190,000 mark, the price of the range-topper has nearly been normalised.
The CX-5’s design could appear awfully acquainted due to the sheer variety of models on the highway nowadays, however in isolation it nonetheless seems unbelievable, with exact curving strains and many voluptuous surfacing. The facelift has been pretty profitable in updating the design, due to extra assertive L-shaped head- and taillight graphics, a bigger and bolder grille and a cleaner design for the bumpers.
Inside, the CX-5 retains its premium-feeling, well-built inside, enhanced by new options like a seven-inch digital instrument show, a head-up show and redesigned seats. Nonetheless, even this top-of-the-line mannequin misses out on the bigger 10.25-inch infotainment show, Bose sound system and any type of hands-free opening operate for the tailgate.
Fortunately, the CX-5 is totally trendy underneath the bonnet, the place you’ll discover a 2.5 litre turbocharged Skyactiv-G four-cylinder engine that produces a punchy 231 PS and 420 Nm of torque. Mated to the same old six-speed automated gearbox and all-wheel drive with variable torque distribution, it’s going to get from zero to 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds and delivers a claimed gas consumption of 9.1 litres per 100 km on the WLTP cycle.
Loads of redeeming qualities for the CX-5 then, however can it actually sustain with newer competitors? And in a world the place vehicles have gotten an increasing number of tech-heavy, is the old-school Mazda beginning to make extra sense? Discover out within the video evaluate under.
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