Next-gen Mazda CX-5, CX-8 will have RWD and inline-6 engines

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is a compact five-seater crossover. In the Philippine market, this model is available in three variants. There’s the CX-5 Sport, CX-5 Sport AWD, and the CX-5 Turbo. These come with a price tag of Php 1,950,000, Php 1,990,000, and Php 2,480,000 respectively.  

Under the hood of the CX-5 Sport AWD is a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine that outputs 187 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque. The entry-level CX-5 Sport meanwhile uses a smaller 2.0-liter inline-4 engine that can make up to 154 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque.  Both use a six-speed automatic gearbox, but the 2.5-liter variant uses an all-wheel-drive layout, while the 2.0-liter variant comes with a front-wheel-drive layout.

The top-spec CX-5 variant meanwhile, uses a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-banger that can produce up to 249 horsepower and 434 Nm of torque. It also uses a six-speed automatic tranny, and assumes an all-wheel-drive layout. 

Size-wise, the Philippine-spec Mazda CX-5 is 4,550mm long, 1,840mm wide, and 1,680mm in height. The top-spec model is a bit longer at 4,575mm.  

Locally, the Mazda CX-5 competes against the likes of the Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V, Ford Territory, among others. 

Mazda CX-5 Launch

The second-generation Mazda CX-5 made its global debut in 2016, with the Philippines launching the model in 2017 as the first country in ASEAN to do so. 

As of 2022, Mazda Philippines has introduced the all-new CX-5 Turbo. Along with that, it also trimmed down the said model’s lineup into three variants, which include the CX-5 Sport and CX-5 Sport AWD. 

Mazda CX-5 Exterior

For exterior equipment, all 2024 CX-5 trims come standard with LED headlamps with adaptive front lighting, auto leveling, auto high beams, and auto on/off. All three variants also get rain-sensing wipers, power-folding side mirrors, and dual exhaust tips. 

All three also get a power liftgate, but only the CX-5 Sport AWD and the CX-5 Turbo are equipped with an electric glass sunroof. 

For wheels, the CX-5 Sport AWD and the CX-5 Turbo ride on a set of 19-inch alloy wheels. The entry-level CX-5 Sport meanwhile, gets a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. 

Mazda CX-5 Interior

Inside, the CX-5 can seat up to five occupants. All variants offer a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, as well as a 40:20:40 split folding rear seat.  

Other onboard features for the CX-5 include an automatic dual-zone climate control system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and shifter, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a push-to-start button, and a digital gauge cluster, among others. 

Technology & Safety Features

For entertainment, all three variants of the CX-5 are kitted out with an eight-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. Only the top-spec model gets a wireless smartphone charger, but all three come with a 10-piece BOSE sound speaker system. 

Safety-wise, the CX-5 comes with a total of six airbags. It also has anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, stability control, parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, Mazda’s Smart City brake support, emergency braking, and driver attention alert. 

Platform & Chassis

The CX-5 assumes a front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive layout. It also belongs within the compact crossover segment. 

For its suspension, it uses a Macpherson strut for the front and a multi-link type for the rear. Braking is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels, as well as an electronic parking brake with an auto-hold function.  

Engine & Drivetrain

There are three engine options for the CX-5. For the CX-5 Sport, it uses a 2.0-liter gasoline engine capable of making 154 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque. The CX-5 Sport AWD meanwhile uses a larger 2.5-liter mill that can output 187 horsepower and 252 Nm of torque.

The CX-5 Turbo, in turn, uses a 2.5-liter mill but with forced induction. At maximum, it can make up to 249 horsepower and 434 Nm of torque. All CX-5 trims then use a six-speed automatic gearbox that in turn comes with a Sport Mode. 

Mazda CX-5 Q&A

1. Does the 2024 CX-5 have a remote start?

Yes, it helps you feel comfort and convenience right at your fingertips.

2. Is the Mazda CX-5 a SUV?

No, the Mazda CX-5 is classified as a premium 5-seater crossover.

3. What is the ground clearance of the Mazda CX-5?

The ground clearance of the CX-5 is 185mm to 193mm.

4. Is the Mazda CX-5 diesel or gasoline?

The Mazda CX-5 uses gasoline.

5. Is the Mazda CX-5 featured with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay?

Yes, the latest version of Mazda CX-5 is now equipped with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.