Mazda Philippines has just released the all-new 2022 Mazda CX-5 SkyActiv-G 2.5 Turbo variant for the local market. As per its name, it gets a new turbocharged engine making it the most powerful trim in its variant lineup.
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 Turbo in Zircon Sand Metallic
Exterior
Before talking about its new powertrain though, do note that the new CX-5 pretty much looks the same as other CX-5 trims. It still features the Kodo design language, which of course means a fluid-like, reflective exterior.
The front end of the new CX-5 Turbo
Up front, it gets a pair of LED headlamps with auto-leveling, high beam control, as well as a new adaptive front lighting system. The rear then comes with LED taillights, as well as a power tailgate.
From the side, one will see that it rides on a set of 19-inch alloy wheels that come in a Bright Silver Finish. The top of this new variant also gets an electric glass sunroof.
The Mazda CX-5 Turbo from the rear
Available colors for this new Mazda CX-5 variant include the new Zircon Sand Metallic and Polymetal Gray colors.
Interior
Inside, this new Mazda CX-5 offers a comfortable cabin for up to five occupants. Its seats are clad in Deep Red Nappa Leather, and it also gets rain-sensing wipers, dual-zone automatic climate control, a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat a digital gauge cluster, a push-to-start button, a frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror, among others.
A peek inside the CX-5 Turbo's front cabin
Fitting in cargo is also made convenient with a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats. On top of those, it also has an ample amount of cup holders and cubby storage holes.
Tech & Safety
On board entertainment for the CX-5 turbo is then handled by an 8-inch headunit that’s linked to a 10-piece Bose sound system. Connectivity options for this infotainment system include wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity.
Moreover, this variant is also equipped with an active driving display that is projected onto the front windshield, as well as a wireless smartphone charger.
One of the CX-5 Turbo's Bose speakers
For the Mazda CX-5 Turbo, safety is then handled by a total of six airbags. Like most modern models, it also comes standard with parking sensors, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and stability control.
On top of those though, it also comes with blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, a 360-degree view camera, a driver attention warning system, and automatic emergency braking.
Engine & Performance
Now, the piece-de-resistance for this new CX-5 variant is of course its new engine. As mentioned above, it’s a 2.5-liter inline-4 gasoline mill, which now has forced induction via a turbocharger.
At maximum, this four-banger can produce up to 249 horsepower and 434 Nm of torque, making it the most powerful CX-5 variant, and one of the most powerful compact crossovers in the market right now.
The new CX-5 variant's 2.5-liter inline-4 turbocharged SkyActiv-G gasoline engine
For transmissions, it uses the same six-speed automatic that is present on other trims. Power is also sent to all four wheels via the Mazda I-Activ all-wheel-drive system, which is also available on the CX-5 Sport AWD.
It also comes with an electronic parking brake with auto brake hold function, as well as a start/stop idling system. The new CX-5 turbo variant however, is now the heaviest in its variant lineup with a curb weight of 1,712kg.
Pricing
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 SkyActiv-G 2.5 Turbo is priced at Php 2,380,000. This means that it is Php 390,000 more expensive compared to the CX-5 Sport AWD.
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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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