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2021 Mazda CX-5

New from

$31,190 excl. on-roads

Review Rating

Good

Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year, unlimited km

Fuel Efficiency

5.7 - 8.2 L / 100km

About the Mazda CX-5

Last updated Sep 25, 2025

The new Mazda CX-5 is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $31,190 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Maxx variant and topping out at $52,580 for the Akera.

There are 6 variants of the CX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2021.

Engine options include 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (140kW/450Nm), 2.5L petrol direct injection (140kW/252Nm), 2.5L turbo petrol direct injection (170kW/420Nm) and 2.0L petrol direct injection (115kW/200Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.

The new 2021 CX-5 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

CarExpert Rating

Good

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An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

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Power to Weight

73.81 - 98.95 kW/t

64.14 kW/t

165.63 kW/t

Boot Space

442 litres

128 litres

720 litres

Fuel Efficiency

5.7 - 8.2 L/100km

0.9 L/100km

11.3 L/100km

Vehicle Range

707 - 1,018 km

224 km

10,000 km

Price

$31,190 - $52,580

$24,592

$147,300

Warranty (Years)

5 years

2 years

10 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

100,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

New this year - 3 years

1 year

3 years

Service Interval

12 months

6 months

12 months

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

1,990 - 2,215 kg

1,835 kg

2,960 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

1,800 - 2,000 kg

480 kg

3,500 kg

Ground Clearance Unladen

193 - 200 mm

97 mm

236 mm

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2021 Mazda CX-5 Price

Maxx

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$36,190
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$36,390
2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	$33,190
2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	$33,390
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	$31,190
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	$31,390

Touring

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$41,280
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$41,480
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$44,280
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$44,480

Maxx Sport

Configuration	Price From*
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$42,490
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$42,690
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$39,490
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$39,690
2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	$36,490
2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	$36,690

Gt Sp

Configuration	Price From*
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$47,490
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$47,690
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$49,990
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$50,190

GT

Configuration	Price From*
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$49,990
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$50,190
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$46,990
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$47,190
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$49,490
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$49,690

Akera

Configuration	Price From*
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$52,380
2.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4	$52,580
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$49,380
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$49,580
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$51,880
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	$52,080

*excl. on-roads

All Mazda CX-5 Pricing

Year	Price From*	Price To*
2025	$36,740	$55,650
2024	$36,590	$55,000
2023	$32,390	$55,100
2022	$32,190	$53,880
2021	$31,190	$52,580

*excl. on-roads

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2021 Mazda CX-5 Specs

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Maxx

Audio
- Connection External Usb Front
- Number Of Speakers: 6
- Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
- System Audio Player Reads Mp3
- System Colour Screen
- System Digital Radio
- System Radio Type: Am/fm
- System Touch Screen
- Total Number Of Front Usb Connections: 2
Body exterior
- Body Type: Suv
- Local Body Type: Suv
- Local Number Of Doors: 5
- Number Of Doors: 5
- Platform Code: Skyactiv-c+
- Roof Spoiler Location: Roof
- Wheelbase Type: Short
Brakes
- Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
- Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 85.31
Cargo area
- Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Cruise Control Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
- Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
- Front Usb Charging Port Location: Front
- Media Control Touch Screen
- Media Control Wheel
- Mobile Integration Android Auto
- Mobile Integration Android Number Of Months Subscription: Unlimited
- Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
- Mobile Integration Apple Number Of Months Subscription Inc: Unlimited
- Number Of Front Usb Charging Port: 2
- Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
- Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
- Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location (12v): Boot/cargo
- Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Start
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
Dimensions
- Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Vda
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1342
- Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 442
- Front Headroom (mm): 1007
- Front Leg Room (mm): 1041
- Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1451
- Front Track (mm): 1585
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 193
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 39.6
- Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 39.0
- Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front (in): 41.0
- Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear (in): 39.6
- Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front (in): 57.1
- Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear (in): 54.8
- Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
- Overall Height (mm): 1675
- Overall Length (mm): 4550
- Overall Width (mm): 1840
- Rear Headroom (mm): 991
- Rear Leg Room (mm): 1007
- Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1391
- Rear Track (mm): 1585
- Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Doors
- Driver Door Location: Driver
- Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Passenger Door Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
- Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
- Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
- Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
- Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Engine
- Bore Engine: 89.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 172
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 151
- Co2 Level (urban): 217
- Electrical System Voltage: 12
- Emission Control Level Standard Met: Eu5
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2488
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-g
- Engine Configuration: In-line
- Number Of Cylinders: 2
- Number Of Cylinders: 4
- Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
- Stroke Engine: 100.0
- Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 58
- Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
- Fuel Type: Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
- Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Fuel Consumption
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Location: Dashboard Centre 1
- Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Interior trim
- Luxury Trim On Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
- Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
- Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlight Control Auto Highbeam
- Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Automatic
- Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Led
- Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Led
- Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
- High Beam Led Lights Location: High Beam
- Low Beam Led Lights Location: Low Beam
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Paint
- External Color: Silver
- Type: Mica
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 784
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 7.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 13.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 6.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 10.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 15.9
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 7.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.7
- Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 190
- Power Maximum Power (kw): 140
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 252
- Power Measurement Standard: Eec
- Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Safety
- Anti Collision System Activates Brake Lights
- Anti Collision System Auto Emergency Braking
- Anti Collision System Brakes At Low Speed: Front And Rear
- Anti Collision System Driver Monitor
- Anti Collision System Minimum Speed To Activate (km/h): 2
- Anti Collision System Operates Above 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Operates Below 50 Km/h
- Anti Collision System Pedestrian Cyclist Avoidance System
- Anti Collision System Visual Acoustic Warning
- Autonomous Drive Active Lane Control
- Autonomous Drive Level: 2 - Partial Automation
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Date Tested: 20170906
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Rating Year: 2017
- Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
- Crash Test Results Ancap Version Tested: 2.2 Litre Diesel
- Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
- Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
- Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
- Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
- Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
- Lane Departure Warning Activates Steering
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
- Number Of Airbags: 6
- Overtaking Sensor Buzzer
- Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Type: Sensor
- Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
- Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-point
- Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
- Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
- Side Airbag Front Location: Front
- Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Front Rear Seat Facing Direction: Front
- Front Rear Seat Folding: 40/20/40
- Front Rear Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Front Rear Seat Remote Folding
- Front Rear Seat Seating Capacity: 3
- Front Rear Seat Type: 40/20/40
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Seating Configuration: 2+3
Service
- Intermediate Service Distance (km): 10000
- Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
Steering
- Power Steering Vehicle Speed Proportional
- Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Multi Function
- Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
- Steering Wheel Type: Alloy & Leather
Storage
- Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Suspension
- Suspension Front Location: Front
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Front Type: Strut
- Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
- Suspension Rear Location: Rear
- Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
- Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Suspension Rear Type: Multi-link
- Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Transmission
- Drive Driven Wheels: 4x4
- Drive Four-wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-time
- Drive Selection: Automatic
- Transmission Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
- Transmission Manual Mode
- Transmission Number Of Speeds: 6
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
- Transmission Type: Automatic
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Manual
- Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Front Electric Windows: Front
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
- Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
- Rear Electric Windows: Rear
- Rear View Window Type: Fixed
- Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
Warranty
- Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
- Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 72
- Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
- Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 60
- Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Powertrain Duration (months): 60
- Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
- Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 60
- Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
- Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 60
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
- Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2140
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1641
- Tare Weight (kg): 1605
- Trailer Noseweight (kg): 150
Wheels
- Front Wheels Location: Front
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.0
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
- Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
- Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
- Rear Wheels Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
- Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.0
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
- Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
- Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
- Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225

Touring

Adds to Maxx:

Audio
- Connection External Usb Rear
Convenience
- Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 8.0
- Number Of Rear Usb Charging Port: 2
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
- Rear Usb Charging Port Location: Rear
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Walk Away Locking
Dimensions
- Front Track (mm): 1595
- Rear Track (mm): 1595
Instrumentation
- Instrument Cluster Head Up Display: Windscreen
Lights
- Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
- Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Card Key
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Storage
- Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Transmission
- Transmission Gearchange Paddles
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
- Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
- Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
- Ventilation System Digital Display
Visibility
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
- Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
- Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming

Removes from Maxx:

Dimensions
- Front Track (mm): 1585
- Rear Track (mm): 1585
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Transmission
- Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
Ventilation
- Air Conditioning Type: Manual
Visibility
- Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable

Maxx Sport

Adds to Touring:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 81.68
Engine
- Bore Engine: 86.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 148
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 144
- Co2 Level (urban): 183
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.2
- Engine (cc): 2191
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-d
- Number Of Compressors: 2
- Stroke Engine: 94.3
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
- Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1018
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 5.7
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 17.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 15.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 6.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 19.2
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 5.7
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 8.8
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 450
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2215
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1714
- Tare Weight (kg): 1673

Removes from Touring:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 85.31
Convenience
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Walk Away Locking
Engine
- Bore Engine: 89.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 172
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 151
- Co2 Level (urban): 217
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2488
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-g
- Number Of Cylinders: 2
- Stroke Engine: 100.0
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
- Fuel Type: Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
- Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Instrumentation
- Instrument Cluster Head Up Display: Windscreen
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Card Key
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 784
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 7.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 13.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 6.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 10.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 15.9
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 7.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.7
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 252
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Visibility
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2140
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1641
- Tare Weight (kg): 1605

Gt Sp

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Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 10
- Speaker Brand Name: Bose
- Speaker Subwoofer
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 83.28
Convenience
- Navigational Systems Controls: Knobs/touch Buttons
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.30
- Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
- Smart Card/smart Key Includes Walk Away Locking
Dimensions
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 200
- Overall Height (mm): 1680
Engine
- Bore Engine: 89.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 172
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 151
- Co2 Level (urban): 217
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2488
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-g
- Number Of Cylinders: 2
- Stroke Engine: 100.0
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
- Fuel Type: Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
- Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Instrumentation
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 10.30
- Instrument Cluster Head Up Display: Windscreen
Lights
- Headlight Control Directional Headlights
- Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Card Key
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 784
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 7.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 13.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 6.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 10.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 15.9
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 7.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.7
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 252
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Roof
- Front Sunroof Location: Front
- Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
- Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Safety
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.0
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Heated
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 5
- Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
- Passenger Front Seat Heated
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 3
- Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Toned
- Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
- Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Toned
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2140
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1681
- Tare Weight (kg): 1645
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 19
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 19
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V

Removes from Maxx Sport:

Audio
- Number Of Speakers: 6
- System Audio Player Reads Mp3
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 81.68
Convenience
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Media Control Touch Screen
- Media Control Wheel
- Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 8.0
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
Dimensions
- Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 193
- Overall Height (mm): 1675
Engine
- Bore Engine: 86.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 148
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 144
- Co2 Level (urban): 183
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.2
- Engine (cc): 2191
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-d
- Number Of Compressors: 2
- Stroke Engine: 94.3
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
- Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Locks
- Power Locks Operation: Remote
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1018
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 5.7
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 17.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 15.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 6.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 19.2
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 5.7
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 8.8
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 450
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Safety
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.00
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
- Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Ventilation
- Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2215
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1714
- Tare Weight (kg): 1673
Wheels
- Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
- Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
- Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 17
- Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 102
- Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
- Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H

Adds to Gt Sp:

Audio
- System Audio Player Reads Mp3
Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 79.82
Convenience
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Media Control Touch Screen
- Media Control Wheel
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.3
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
Engine
- Bore Engine: 86.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 148
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 144
- Co2 Level (urban): 183
- Compressor: Turbo
- Engine (l): 2.2
- Engine (cc): 2191
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-d
- Number Of Compressors: 2
- Stroke Engine: 94.3
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
- Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 10.3
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1018
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 5.7
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 17.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 15.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 6.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 19.2
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 5.7
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 8.8
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 450
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4500
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Safety
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.00
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Leather
Ventilation
- Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2215
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1754
- Tare Weight (kg): 1713

Removes from Gt Sp:

Calculated
- Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 83.28
Convenience
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.30
Engine
- Bore Engine: 89.0
- Co2 Level (combined): 172
- Co2 Level (country Highway): 151
- Co2 Level (urban): 217
- Engine (l): 2.5
- Engine (cc): 2488
- Engine Code: Skyactiv-g
- Number Of Cylinders: 2
- Stroke Engine: 100.0
Fuel
- Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
- Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
- Fuel Type: Unleaded
- Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
- Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
- Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Instrumentation
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 10.30
Performance
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 784
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 7.4
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 13.5
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 6.3
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 10.9
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 9.2
- Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 15.9
- Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 7.4
- Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 9.7
- Power Maximum Torque (nm): 252
- Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
- Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Safety
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.0
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Visibility
- Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Toned
- Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Toned
Weights
- Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
- Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2140
- Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1681
- Tare Weight (kg): 1645

Akera

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Convenience
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.30
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor & Camera
- Parking Distance System Side Location: Side
- Parking Distance System Side Type: Camera
Instrumentation
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 10.30
- Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
- Instrument Cluster 1 Display Screen Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Interior trim
- Upholstery Color: Brown
Lights
- Headlight Control Active High Beam
Safety
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.0
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.0
Seats
- Driver Front Seat Ventilated
- Front Rear Seat Heated
- Passenger Front Seat Ventilated
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Steering
- Heated Steering Wheel

Removes from GT:

Audio
- System Audio Player Reads Mp3
Convenience
- Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
- Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
- Media Control Touch Screen
- Media Control Wheel
- Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 10.3
- Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
- Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
Instrumentation
- Computer Average Speed
- Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
- Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
- Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 10.3
Interior trim
- Upholstery Color: Black
Lights
- Headlight Control Auto Highbeam
- Headlight Control Directional Headlights
Safety
- Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant Score: 95.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Child Occupant Score: 80.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 5.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Pedestrian Score: 78.00
- Crash Test Results Ancap Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
- Crash Test Results Ancap Safety Assist Score: 59.00
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
- Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
Seats
- Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
- Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Leather
Ventilation
- Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion

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2021 Mazda CX-5 Towing Capacity

Year	Braked Capacity from	Braked Capacity to
2025	1800Kg	2000Kg
2024	1800Kg	2000Kg
2023	1800Kg	2000Kg
2022	1800Kg	2000Kg
2021	1800Kg	2000Kg

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2021 Mazda CX-5 Fuel Economy

There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda CX-5

The most fuel efficient Mazda CX-5 is the Akera with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.2L Turbo Diesel Common Rail and uses 5.7L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

The Mazda CX-5 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Gt Sp with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.5L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 8.2L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

Below is a table of all the Mazda CX-5 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

Mazda CX-5	Fuel Type	Combined
2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4	Unleaded	7.4 L/100km
2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	Unleaded	6.9 L/100km
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD	Unleaded	6.9 L/100km

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Cost of ownership

What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda CX-5?

The Mazda CX-5 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.

2021 Mazda CX-5 Warranty

What is the warranty on a Mazda CX-5?

The Mazda CX-5 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.