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2025 Mazda CX-5 G25 Touring AWD review
Pros
- Keen dynamics
- New tech inclusions for MY25
- Yay! Buttons!
Cons
- Really is feeling its age in 2025
- Still no hybrid, can get thirsty
- Small boot for the segment
4 Months Ago
The new Mazda CX-5 is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $27,190 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Maxx variant and topping out at $50,610 for the Akera.
There are 4 variants of the CX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2015.
Engine options include 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (129kW/420Nm), 2.5L petrol direct injection (138kW/250Nm) and 2.0L petrol direct injection (114kW/200Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2015 CX-5 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,540 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,840 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,710 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,200 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mazda CX-5 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.



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Mazda CX-5
The cheapest Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx that starts from $27,190.
See all Mazda CX-5 PricingThe most expensive Mazda CX-5 is the Akera that starts from $50,610.
See all Mazda CX-5 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mazda CX-5 is 1800 kg offered by the following variants: Maxx, Maxx Sport, Grand Touring and Akera.
See all Mazda CX-5 towing capacityThe largest Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx which measures 1840mm wide, 4540mm in length and sits 1710mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx which has 138kW of power from its 2.5L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Mazda CX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda CX-5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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