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William Stopford
Why the 2026 Mazda CX-5 ditches physical controls
Mazda says the next CX-5 has too many apps for a single rotary dial to control, but promises its new touchscreen focus won't be distracting.
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2018 Mazda CX-5
The 2018 Mazda CX-5 is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $28,690 for the Maxx variant and topping out at $49,990 for the Akera variant.
There are 5 variants of the CX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2017.
The 2018 CX-5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mazda CX-5 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (114kW/200Nm), 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (129kW/420Nm) and 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder (140kW/251Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
- Retail Price
- $28,690 - $49,990â€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $28,690 - $49,990â€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4 or Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Mazda CX-5
2018 Mazda CX-5
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2018 Mazda CX-5
Available Variants
The Mazda CX-5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Maxx and the most expensive being Akera.
2018 Mazda CX-5
News
William Stopford
Why the 2026 Mazda CX-5 ditches physical controls
Mazda says the next CX-5 has too many apps for a single rotary dial to control, but promises its new touchscreen focus won't be distracting.
30 Days Ago
William Stopford
2026 Mazda CX-5 receives raft of cost-cutting measures
Mazda has made some changes with its new CX-5, some of which you may see and touch, that are aimed at keeping its production costs down.
1 Month Ago
Damion Smy
Electric Mazda CX-5 could help lead local EV charge
New trademark filings show Mazda Australia is preparing for a potential raft of electric models, including an EV counterpart to its best seller.
9 Months Ago
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Power to Weight
73.26 - 85.73 kW/t
53.13 kW/t
108.52 kW/t
Boot Space
442 litres
92 litres
720 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6 - 7.5 L/100km
1.9 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
773 - 967 km
573 km
1,091 km
Price
$32,507 - $54,736
$25,990
$60,305.5
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 4 years
2 years
2 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,800 kg
800 kg
3,000 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
193 mm
167 mm
224 mm
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Maxx
2026
$37,240
Maxx Sport
2026
$40,960
Maxx Sport
2025
$42,960
Touring
2026
$43,100
Gt Sp
2026
$50,960
Akera
2026
$53,150
Year
2026
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
2.5L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
115 kW
140 kW
170 kW
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2018 Mazda CX-5
Dimensions
4,550 mm
1,840 mm
1,675 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,550 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,840 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,000 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Mazda CX-5
Sales Data
202422,835Total Sales
202522,742Total Sales
20264,388YTD Sales
Mazda CX-5 Sales rolling 12-months#
*Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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2018 Mazda CX-5
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx variant that starts from $28,690.
See all Mazda CX-5 PricingThe most expensive Mazda CX-5 is the Akera variant that starts from $49,990.
See all Mazda CX-5 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mazda CX-5 is 1800 kg shared by all variants.
See all Mazda CX-5 towing capacityThe largest Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx variant which measures 1840mm wide, 4550mm in length and sits 1675mm tall.
All variants of the Mazda CX-5 have a maximum power of 140kW and 251nm of torque.
The Mazda CX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The Mazda CX-5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
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