There are many rumors and speculations surrounding the next-generation Mazda CX-5. For that matter, there are also some spy shots and 3D renders floating around. One of the first ones of these spy shots was taken by a driver in southern California and was submitted to TFLnow, a car-oriented YouTube channel.
The reportedly new Mazda CX-5 [Video: TFLnow]
Now as far as the spy shots are concerned, the upcoming CX-5 is still a compact, two-row, five-door crossover. No surprises there. But then again, there’s the fact that the pictured prototype doesn’t have much in the way of body cladding, which is of course in contrast to the current model, as well as the number of 3D renderings done of the next-gen model.
Apart from that, the roofline also looks much straighter than before. There’s still a noticeable dip as it progresses towards the rear, but it's much more level. The rear is also equipped with new taillights, and the front gets a pair of different-looking headlamps as well.
Compare those spy shots with this 3D rendering done by Motor, a Spain-based automotive site. It is based on the said spy shots, but it does bear thick body cladding. It also features a new bumper as well as a new pair of headlamps. Overall, it still bears the Kodo design language, although the artist gave it a much wider rear quarter window and a thinner, more conservative-looking D-pillar. Regardless the spy shots and the 3D rendering above is showing a design that doesn’t actually depart much in terms of exterior looks. So, how about the next-gen CX-5's mechanical bits?
A 3D rendering of the next-generation Mazda CX-5 [Photo source: Motor]
According to TFLnow, the CX-5 also looks like it's an all-wheel-drive with a rear-wheel-drive bias. There aren’t many details purporting this, but a report from Mazda’s home country of Japan has surfaced a year earlier saying that the next iteration of the said crossover will be sharing a rear-wheel-drive platform with the Mazda6. Many are doubting this and thus have pointed out that it will keep using a front-wheel-drive platform. There’s no way of confirming either of these, so we’ll just have to wait and see until Mazda releases more information.
Regarding engines, we’re hoping that the new CX-5 will be blessed with the new inline-6 engines the Japanese carmaker is currently developing. If the new crossover will be getting this reportedly sportier engine, it will certainly be more powerful than the inline-4 SKYACTIV engines that the current version is using.
The current Mazda CX-5
As with most speculations, take what we’ve mentioned above with a healthy grain of salt. Also, we can also expect that the final production version of the next-gen CX-5 might also look different than the prototype.
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Know more about Mazda CX-5 2024
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.
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