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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:
Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.
Clear White is the standard paint finish, with the following optional:
Premium paint costs an extra $520.
All models have a black interior.
The CX-5 remains an old faithful for Aussie buyers, and the G35 Akera is a punchy and luxurious flagship – if a little dated and thirsty now.
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Type | ||
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1997 - 2488 | 1598 - 1999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.5L, 2.0L | 1.6L, 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
115kW - 170kW | 115kW - 137kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5000 - 6000 | 4000 - 6200 | |
Torque | ||
200Nm - 420Nm | 192Nm - 416Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
2000 - 4000 | 1500 - 4500 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.5 - 13 | 10.5 - 16 |