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Thanks: Fantazy Cars Thank you: The first Chinese car center “Moscow-Tianya“ 2025 Mazda CX-5 Starting at $ Highs: Elegant styling, luxury-adjacent interior, one of the most engaging to drive in the compact-crossover class. Lows: Rivals offer more passenger space, less-than-average cargo capacity, not made for towing big loads. Verdict: Despite its age, the Mazda CX-5 compact crossover continues to impress with a stylish exterior, a surprisingly ritzy cabin, and sporty driving dynamics. Overview The current Mazda CX-5 crossover has been in production since 2017, an eternity in the car business. Even among newer compact crossover rivals, though, the CX-5 continues to shine as one of the most attractive choices that's also one of the best to drive. Mazda debuted the slightly larger, slightly pricier CX-50 in 2023 but the CX-5 lineup was not scaled back to make way for its new stablemate. Anything but. It still offers eight trims, a choice of two four-cylinder engines—one of them a perky turbocharged mill—the option of front- or all-wheel drive, a well-appointed interior, and a fun-to-drive personality. Alternatives such as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 may hold an edge when it comes to practicality, but we contend the Mazda still has enough passenger-and-cargo space for the average shopper. Add its engaging driving demeanor and it's still one of the more compelling compact crossover choices—especially so for those who love to drive. What's New for 2025? The S trim returns, offering a more affordable base model while the non-turbo Premium trim has been discontinued. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and phone charging are now standard on the Carbon Edition model, and the Premium Plus gains a surround-view camera system and parking sensors. All CX-5s also switch to USB-C inputs for the front seats. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2025 Mazda CX-5 starts at $ and goes up to $ depending on the trim and options. S: $29,990 Select: $31,320 Preferred: $32,670 Carbon Edition: $34,020 Premium Plus: $36,620 Carbon Turbo: $38,420 Turbo Premium: $39,220 Turbo Signature: $42,020 We think the Turbo Premium trim is the best all-around version of the CX-5. With the upgraded 256-hp turbocharged engine, power output better corresponds with its athletic handling. The exterior is elegantly sporty with trim-specific gloss-black accents while the interior gets spicier with red accents and stitching. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The CX-5's standard 187-hp four-cylinder engine has great throttle response when pulling away from stoplights or hustling around town, so it feels quicker than it actually is. It's at higher speeds, such as when trying to pass or merge onto the freeway, that it wants for more oomph. The 256-hp turbocharged version we tested provided much quicker acceleration. Both engines pair with a snappy six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. You don't need to drive the CX-5 hard to enjoy it or to appreciate its excellence. Sure, its precise steering and composed cornering make for one helluva Sunday cruise. But it also soaks up rough roads without commotion and has the ride quality of crossovers that cost twice as much. This harmonious interplay of dynamics is unrivaled by its competitors. Pavement imperfections are isolated, road noise is minimal, and the damping is neither stiff nor floaty. At the same time, the Mazda comes alive on curvy roads. The electrically assisted steering provides satisfying responses. The Signature model we tested had a reassuring brake-pedal feel that operated without delay and without being too touchy when you apply the brakes. Read More 📌 Instagram ▶ 📌 Tiktok ▶ @cartvpress
