Test drive Mazda CX-5

Mazda CX-5 is a vivid embodiment of comfort, simplicity, safety, unique design and sporty chic. This time, the manufacturer managed to create a tandem of stunning looks and a reliable suspension. Seek perfection - believe me, the Mazda CX-5 is the best dream come true.

We have already met this model, however, the Mazda CX-5 features new 19-inch wheels and adaptive cruise control, which is hidden behind a flat emblem on the grille. In addition, this is the first series of cars in the framework of the technical concept of Skyactiv Technology, aimed at reducing the weight of all units of the car without compromising performance and safety.

📌How does it look?

The new crossover impresses with its special geometry, where the play of light creates the effect of movement. You can’t help falling in love with this car, especially if you select it in red. On the roads of the city you will definitely be noticed.

This time the Japanese were able to surprise: a wide radiator grill as if merges with optics, thereby visually expanding the frontal part of the car. Thanks to the wheel arch extensions made of black plastic, the height of the car is emphasized.

Dimensions Mazda CX-5:

• Length 4 550 mm
• Width (including mirrors) 2 125 mm
• Height 1 680 mm
• Wheelbase 2 700 mm
• 200 clearance mm

📌How does it go?

 

But not by style alone, the Mazda CX-5 attracts drivers around the world. What is the secret of the success of the Japanese car - ease and comfort of control. This is what surprised this Mazda version.

Sitting behind the wheel, from the first kilometers, you will notice that the chassis, during the modernization, softened. And this means that she "cleaner" fulfills road flaws. Auto behaves confidently, whether it is a turn or a straight road.

It is worth noting that on a snowy road, the car feels smart: it does not slip, it does not skid. By choosing this car, you will not have any problems with cross-country ability and safety.

The car has an automatic transmission, while driving, switching is virtually imperceptible. But what should be said separately - soundproofing. In this version, it is on top - there is no noise in the cabin. Traction and engine power is enough for city driving and for trips on the highway.

📌Technical specifications

The Mazda CX-5 is the best car in its class. He is not only beautiful in appearance, but also equipped with modern security systems.

Mazda series CX-5 in numbers:

• Engine displacement (diesel) - 2191 l / cc.
• Maximum speed - 206 km / h.
• Acceleration to 100 km - 9,5 seconds.
• Fuel consumption - 6,8 liters of diesel per 100 km in the city, 5,4 liters per 100 km on the highway.
• The length of the car is 4550.
• Width - 1840 (without mirrors), 2115 (with mirrors).
• Wheelbase - 2700.
• Drive - AWD

In addition, the Mazda CX-5 is quite an economical car. It has a Start-Stop system. Its essence is to “stop” the engine when the car is in a traffic jam or at a traffic light.

📌Salon

Without further ado, the interior of the new Mazda CX-5 impresses with its technology and modernity. Maybe the general view remained the same, but the addition has changed. Now the instrument panel can have a 7-inch touch screen. Also, the car received a new “climate” block, which pleases with seat ventilation buttons - this is “+100” to comfort.

Inside, there is multimedia MZD Connect, which works with smartphones and gives a circular view. Fans of quality and loud music will appreciate the new BOSE audio system with surround and live sound. The system has 10 speakers, which are organically arranged around the cabin.

Separately, it is worth noting the steering wheel, which emphasizes the concept of intellectual futurism. The steering wheel is equipped with functional control buttons, heating and a chrome insert.

If we talk about comfort, it’s worth noting the passenger row of seats: the anatomical shape of the seats, two options for tilting the back, individual climate control, and heated seats. This means that a long-distance trip will not be a problem.

Since we are talking about long trips, we can say a few words about the trunk of the Mazda CX-5. You can sing real odes to it - it is huge, and everything you need will fit there without any problems, its volume is 442 liters (to the curtain), the total volume of the trunk (to the glass / ceiling) is 580 liters.

We can say that all the changes in the cabin are for the good.

📌Cost of maintenance

Mazda dealers offer one of two gasoline engines: 2 liter or 2.5 liter; diesel is available by reservation.

The base version of the Mazda CX-5 is offered with a 2-liter gasoline engine that produces 165 horsepower and 213 Nm of torque. On average, such a model consumes:

• front-wheel drive - 6,6 l/100 km
• four-wheel drive - 7 l / 100 km

Model with a 2.5 liter gasoline engine. It produces 194 “horses” with 258 Nm of torque. Six-speed gearbox. Consumes:

• four-wheel drive - 7.4 l / 100 km

Diesel, 2.2 liters. The model has an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. It produces 175 horsepower and 420 Nm of torque. In this configuration, the car consumes 5.9 l / 100 km.

📌Security

For safety, the Mazda CX-5 gets a "5". And these are not just words, because experts with Euro NCAP rated the protection level at 95%.

A crash test showed that with a frontal impact on the barrier, at a speed of 65 km / h, the car body absorbed the impact well, while the interior space remained unchanged. That is, the body withstood the load. When simulating side and rear impacts, the car scored the maximum possible number of points.

Apparently not in vain the manufacturer increased the body stiffness by 15%.

Even as standard, the car has 6 airbags. In addition, the driver receives an additional set of intelligent assistants. For example, a blind spot monitoring system that helps to recognize obstacles when reversing.

📌Prices for the Mazda CX-5

Perhaps the most important point when choosing a car is the price. The cost of the Mazda CX-5 starts at $ 28. For the money, you can buy a front-wheel drive crossover with a 750-liter gasoline engine and a six-speed automatic transmission.

The all-wheel drive version of the car will cost $31. The top-end version of the Mazda CX-000 Premium is equipped with a 5-liter gasoline engine, a 2.5-speed “automatic” with all-wheel drive. The price is $ 6. But the price for the diesel version has not been officially announced.

Summing up the above - Mazda CX-5 has surpassed its "classmates". This is a premium car, on par with the best versions of the Volkswagen Tiguan, but at a more affordable price.