Hi Mazda drivers,

After starting a new job and saving some money I am looking to purchase my very first car. After doing some research on Mazda models I really like the CX5 size, medium SUV. Please, if you drive CX5 or have some sort of knowledge of the CX5 range can you let me know your experience etc?

I’ve heard different opinions on different CX5 models. And I don’t know which one to choose.

Below is what I know to be what I think I want:

  1. No Turbo engine- I read a review that the turbo engine can tire out the engine after a while.
  2. Want a sunroof.
  3. No wireless charging. I prefer cord charging.
  4. Map satellite navigation.

As you can tell I am not knowledgeable with this. I’m afraid a car salesman is going to swindle me due to my lack of knowledge. Please comment your opinions regardless if you know much of CX5 or not.

  • DUNGAROO@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    The Mazda 2.5L Turbo engine has been around for a while (on other Mazda models) and there is no research that I am aware of that points to it being less reliable than the naturally aspirated version of the same engine. It’s not like Mazda just strapped a turbo on and called it a day- the entire motor was reengineered to account for the effects of the turbocharger and has different compression ratios, tolerances, etc.

    That said, they get worse fuel mileage so if you don’t want the turbo there is no reason to buy one, but if you are interested in the additional torque and accepting of the tradeoff of fuel economy don’t shy away because someone on the internet told you “the turbo engine can tire the engine out after a while.” That’s simply not true.

    Just go on Mazda’s website and compare the features between the trims and go with the lowest trim that suits your needs. If you’re targeting a used CX-5 you won’t have as much choice in the matter anyway.

    A word on the satellite navigation- not worth the premium the dealer charges for it. All of the CX-5 trims are capable of Car Play/Android Auto, which is far superior to the built-in navigation, especially if you’re already plugging your phone in.