Name: 2023 Mazda CX-5
Brand: Mazda

Mazda CX-5

EPA MPG: 26 mpg

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EPA MPG: 26 mpg

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2023 Mazda CX-5

$21,400 - $28,350

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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$22,650 - $31,150

EPA MPG 25 mpg

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$20,400 - $25,800

EPA MPG 27 mpg

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2023 Dodge Hornet

$20,700 - $22,850

EPA MPG 24 mpg

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2023 Ford Escape

$19,175 - $27,425

EPA MPG 28 mpg

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2023 Ford Escape Hybrid

$19,175 - $27,425

EPA MPG 40 mpg

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2023 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid

$ NA

37 miles

40 mpg

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2023 GMC Terrain

$21,875 - $27,250

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2023 Honda CR-V

$24,625 - $33,800

EPA MPG 29 mpg

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2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid

$24,625 - $33,800

EPA MPG 37 mpg

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2023 Hyundai Tucson

$20,975 - $30,525

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

$20,975 - $30,525

EPA MPG 37 mpg

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2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid

$ NA

33 miles

35 mpg

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2023 Jeep Cherokee

$23,975 - $27,425

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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2023 Jeep Compass

$19,950 - $24,075

EPA MPG 27 mpg

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2023 Kia Sportage

$20,925 - $32,350

EPA MPG 25 mpg

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2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid

$20,925 - $32,350

EPA MPG 38 mpg

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2023 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid

$ NA

34 miles

35 mpg

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2023 Mazda CX-50

$19,775 - $30,600

EPA MPG 27 mpg

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

$19,225 - $21,725

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander

$21,375 - $33,275

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid

$ NA

38 miles

26 mpg

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2023 Nissan Rogue

$20,125 - $27,700

EPA MPG 31 mpg

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2023 Subaru Forester

$24,025 - $29,950

EPA MPG 29 mpg

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2023 Toyota RAV4

$25,600 - $36,625

EPA MPG 28 mpg

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2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

$25,600 - $36,625

EPA MPG 40 mpg

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2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime

$37,400 - $41,875

42 miles

38 mpg

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2023 Volkswagen Tiguan

$20,400 - $29,600

EPA MPG 25 mpg

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Model History

2017-

Current Generation

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 may look like the outgoing model, but the changes go deep and are, indeed, substantial. Mazda kept the strengths of the previous version, including its responsive and economical 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and spry, nimble handling. But they also addressed many weaknesses, making the ride more supple and absorbent and significantly reducing cabin noise. A six-speed automatic is the only transmission; a diesel engine comes later. The cabin is versatile and very nicely trimmed, especially in Touring and Grand Touring trims. Low-speed automatic emergency braking is standard on all trims; a more capable full-speed system with forward collision warning is optional. Figuring out the infotainment system, which is controlled by a console-located knob, takes some time. Upscale options, including driver seat memory and a heads-up display, are optional. Updates for 2019 included a new top-shelf Signature model, which adds special leather trim, and a 227-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The turbo engine is also standard on the Grand Touring Reserve. Adaptive cruise control and auto emergency braking with pedestrian detection are standard for 2020. Updates for 2021 include a new infotainment system. The system, however, isn't a touch screen; users must adjust audio and infotainment features using steering wheel controls or the rotary controller and buttons mounted between the front seats. For 2022 all CX-5’s will come standard with all-wheel drive. The freshened CX-5 gets a mild facelift, redesigned seats, and updates to the transmission and suspension. The 2025 model year introduced a new base 2.5 S trim which slots below the 2.5 S Select.

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2013 Redesign Year

The CX-5 provides a competitive and more entertaining small SUV alternative. Handling is taut and agile, with quick, well weighted steering that makes the Mazda fun to drive. However, we found the ride to be choppy and road noise pronounced, making it a loud car. Early versions were powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that returned a good 25 mpg overall in our tests, but it was underpowered. Look for a later model with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, which is much more responsive and returns the same fuel economy. The smaller engine was eventually phased out. Happily, the cabin is roomy and versatile. Touring and higher trims have standard blind spot monitoring, a welcome feature. If budget permits, we suggest focusing your used-car search on a 2014 or newer model as these did better in the IIHS small overlap crash test. 2016 brought a light freshening that made the car marginally quieter, spiffed up the interior, and brought the Mazda Connect infotainment system, which is frustrating to use. Automatic emergency braking became available on Touring and Grand Touring models, with forward-collision warning an exclusive option on the top trim.

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