2024 Mazda CX-5: A Stylish and Sporty Crossover SUV with Standard AWD

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is a redesigned crossover SUV that offers a distinctive exterior, a sophisticated interior, and a standard i-Activ AWD. It also features a powerful 2.5-liter a , a smooth six-speed automatic transmission, and a range of advanced safety and technology features. In this article, we will review the pricing and packaging of the Mazda CX-5, as well as its performance, design, and competitors.

Pricing and Packaging

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in eight trim levels: Select, Preferred, Carbon Edition, Premium, Premium Plus, Carbon Turbo, Turbo Premium, and Turbo Signature. The starting price of the new Mazda CX-5 is $29,300 for the Select trim, and the highest price is $41,975 for the Turbo Signature trim. All trim levels come with standard i-Activ AWD, which is a smart system that monitors road conditions and adjusts torque distribution accordingly. The table below shows the MSRP and the main features of each trim level.

Trim	MSRP	Main Features
Select	$29,300	17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and taillights, rain-sensing wipers, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, 10.25-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, smart brake support
Preferred	$31,000	Power moonroof, power liftgate, heated front seats, eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support and memory, six-way power passenger’s seat, leatherette-trimmed seats, auto-dimming rearview mirror, Bose 10-speaker sound system, SiriusXM satellite radio
Carbon Edition	$32,050	19-inch black alloy wheels, black exterior mirrors and lower bumpers, brown Zircon Sand paint, red leather-trimmed seats, paddle shifters, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear air vents, heated steering wheel, rear USB ports
Premium	$33,650	19-inch silver metallic alloy wheels, black leather-trimmed seats with red stitching, LED daytime running lights and fog lights, power-folding exterior mirrors, front and rear parking sensors, 360-degree view monitor, traffic sign recognition
Premium Plus	$35,050	Rear spoiler, black headliner, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, leather-trimmed dashboard and door panels, front and rear signature LED lighting, smart city brake support reverse, rear cross traffic braking, driver attention alert
Carbon Turbo	$35,050	2.5-liter turbocharged engine with 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque, gunmetal finish front grille, silver accents on exterior mirrors and bumpers, cylinder deactivation
Turbo Premium	$36,650	Same features as the cross-trafficPremium trim plus 2.5-liter turbocharged engine
Turbo Signature	$41,975	Same features as Premium Plus trim plus 2.5-liter turbocharged engine, genuine layered wood trim, Caturra Brown Nappa leather-trimmed seats, frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror, ambient LED lighting

Performance

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 offers two engine options: a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 187 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque and an optional 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that delivers smooth and responsive shifts. The Mazda CX-5 also features Mazda Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive), which allows you to customize your drive modes along various roads and surfaces. You can choose from four modes: Normal, Sport, Off-Road, and Snow. Each mode adjusts the engine, transmission, steering, and AWD settings to optimize performance and handling.

The new Mazda CX-5 has a fuel economy rating of 24 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway for the standard engine and 22 mpg in the city, and 27 mpg on the highway for the turbocharged engine. The Mazda CX-5 also has a towing capacity of 2,000 lbs for both engines.

Design

The new Mazda CX-5 has a stylish and sporty design that draws inspiration from the Kodo design philosophy, which means “Soul of Motion.” The CX-5 has a sleek exterior, distinctive front grille, sculpted body lines, and elegant LED lighting. The Mazda CX-5 also has a sophisticated interior with a spacious and comfortable cabin, high-quality materials, and intuitive technology. The Mazda CX-5 has a cargo capacity of 30.9 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 59.6 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.

The Mazda CX-5 offers a range of advanced safety and technology features that enhance the driving experience and provide peace of mind. Some of these features include:

A 10.25-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, which lets you access your smartphone apps, music, navigation, and more on the screen or with voice commands.
A Bose 10-speaker sound system with Centerpoint 2 and AudioPilot 2, which delivers crisp and clear sound quality and adjusts the volume and tone based on the driving speed and ambient noise.
A 360-degree view monitor with front and rear parking sensors, which gives you a bird’s eye view of your surroundings and alerts you of any obstacles or hazards when parking or maneuvering.
A traffic sign recognition system, which detects and displays speed limit signs, stop signs, do not enter signs, and more on the active driving display or the instrument cluster.
A smart city brake support reverse and rear cross traffic braking system, which monitors the rear area of the vehicle and applies the brakes automatically if it detects a potential collision with a vehicle or an object when reversing.

Competitors

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 faces stiff competition from other crossover SUVs in the market, such as the Honda CR-V, the Toyota RAV4, the Nissan Rogue, and the 2024 Hyundai Tucson. The table below compares some of these models' key features and specifications.

Model	MSRP	Engine	Horsepower	Torque	Fuel Economy (city/highway)	Cargo Capacity
2024 Mazda CX-5	$29,300 - $41,975	2.5L I4 / 2.5L Turbo I4	187 hp / 250 hp	186 lb-ft / 320 lb-ft	24/30 mpg / 22/27 mpg	30.9 / 59.6 cu ft
Honda CR-V	$28,650 - $38,450	1.5L Turbo I4 / 2.0L Hybrid I4	190 hp / 212 hp	179 lb-ft / 232 lb-ft	28/34 mpg / 40/35 mpg	39.2 / 75.8 cu ft
Toyota RAV4	$28,650 - $38,450	2.5L I4 / 2.5L Hybrid I4	203 hp / 219 hp	184 lb-ft / 163 lb-ft	28/35 mpg / 41/38 mpg	37.6 / 69.8 cu ft
Nissan Rogue	$28,050 - $38,430	2.5L I4 / 2.0L Hybrid I4	181 hp / 176 hp	181 lb-ft / 207 lb-ft	27/35 mpg / 35/33 mpg	36.5 / 74.1 cu ft
Hyundai Tucson	$26,135 - $38,535	2.5L I4 / 1.6L Turbo I4 / 1.6L Hybrid I4	187 hp / 180 hp / 226 hp	178 lb-ft / 195 lb-ft / 258 lb-ft	26/33 mpg / 24/29 mpg / 38/38 mpg	38.7 / 80.3 cu ft

As you can see, the new Mazda CX-5 has a competitive edge over its rivals in terms of power, torque, and AWD. However, it also has some disadvantages in terms of fuel economy, cargo capacity, and price. Ultimately, choosing the best crossover SUV depends on your preferences, needs, and budget.

Conclusion

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is a redesigned crossover SUV that combines style, sportiness, and sophistication. It offers a powerful and smooth performance, a distinctive and sleek design, and a range of advanced safety and technology features. It also comes with a standard i-Activ AWD, which is a smart and adaptive system that enhances handling and stability. The Mazda CX-5 has eight trim levels to choose from, with different features and prices. The new Mazda CX-5 faces stiff competition from other crossover SUVs in the market, such as the Honda CR-V, the Toyota RAV4, the Nissan Rogue, and the Hyundai Tucson. The CX-5 has some advantages and disadvantages compared to these models, and the best option depends on your personal criteria.

If you are looking for a stylish and sporty crossover SUV with standard AWD and a powerful turbocharged engine, the new Mazda CX-5 might be the right choice for you. However, if you are looking for a more efficient, more spacious, or more affordable crossover SUV, you might want to consider other alternatives. In any case, we recommend you to test drive the 2024 Mazda CX-5 and compare it with other models before making a final decision.