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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.
28 Days Ago
Mazda CX-5 Comparison
The new Mazda CX-5 is a medium SUV available in Australia from $37,240 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Maxx variant and topping out at $56,150 for the Akera variant.
There are 5 variants of the CX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2022.
The new CX-5 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mazda CX-5 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (115kW/200Nm), 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder (140kW/252Nm) and 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (170kW/420Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmission. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
Latest Mazda CX-5 News and Reviews
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.
28 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
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James Wong
2025 Mazda CX-5 G25 Touring AWD review
With an all-new model on the horizon, the popular Mazda CX-5 is hanging on amid turbo and hybrid competition. Is it still worth a look?
7 Months Ago
William Stopford
Mazda CX-5 ditching punchy turbo engine for 'comparable' hybrid
Mazda's CX-5 is losing its sportiest engine in its next generation, but the brand promises a hybrid with equal or greater performance.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Mazda CX-5 brings fresher styling, familiar engine but no hybrid... yet
The new Mazda CX-5, due here in 2026, has less power and fewer buttons, but a more modern look inside and out.
8 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 Mazda CX-5 teased, reveal date set for next-generation mid-size SUV
Mazda is unlikely to upset existing CX-5 fans with the design of the next-generation model, while broadening its appeal with a hybrid powertrain.
9 Months 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
William Stopford
2026 Mazda CX-5: Next generation of brand's best-seller leaked
Mazda isn't rocking the boat with the design of its new CX-5, though it'll finally debut a new hybrid powertrain to better take on the RAV4.
9 Months Ago