Mazda CX-5 2012-2017 used car review

The Mazda CX-5 looks sharp inside and out and is excellent to drive.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 4.3 out of 5

The good

Excellent to drive with responsive steering and lots of grip
Built very well
Good safety features with advanced systems available

The not-so-good

Can be more expensive to buy than other small SUVs
Dark interior can feel closed in

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

New Zealand models

Japanese models

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2012 Mazda CX-5 XD

Price

$18,000 to $34,990 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2.2-litre four-cylinder turbocharged, 129kW and 175NM

Transmission

Six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

10,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Tyre repair kit

Fuel economy

7.4-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Diesel

Length

4540mm

Width

1840mm

Height

1670mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 1800kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.7m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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