MAZDA CX-5
MAZDA CX-5 at a Glance
Life is full of adventures, and the Mazda CX-5 helps you explore every inch of Kalamazoo, Grandville, and Holland, MI in style and comfort. As a rugged SUV with an emphasis on luxury, the Mazda CX-5 is the driving solution you’ve been looking for.
To help you learn more before taking the wheel, the LaFontaine Mazda Kalamazoo team has crafted this comprehensive review. Read on to see what life behind the wheel of the Mazda CX-5 is like.
STANDARD HORSEPOWER
MAX TOUCHSCREEN SIZE
TOTAL COLOR OPTIONS
MAX CARGO VOLUME
TURNING ACROSS PATH ALERT AND BRAKE
MICROSUEDE UPHOLSTERY INSERT
I-ACTIV® AWD
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IMMERSIVE
From overgrown backroads to technology that anticipates your needs, the Mazda CX-5 offers a new level of immersion you previously thought unattainable with your vehicle.
Get Ready to Explore
The Mazda CX-5 was engineered with adventurous families in mind. It features a standard i-Activ AWD® drivetrain that optimizes torque distribution between the front and rear axles. This helps maximize traction on low-friction surfaces. This is helpful when conquering wilderness trails that lead to a remote trailhead or campsite.
Devoted to going beyond the norm, the i-Activ® AWD system constantly monitors driving habits and road conditions to deliver torque to the wheels that need it most. This is just one way that the Mazda CX-5 feels like it was specifically designed with you in mind.
Since the best weekend plans require a bit of gear, the Mazda CX-5 offers optional accessories to match your excursion style. Those who love their lightweight outdoor toys can add a Thule rooftop carrier for a bike, kayak, surfboard, or snowboard, while campers can add a Thule Canyon Roof Basket with Stretch Cargo Net to help keep essentials secure without overloading the cabin.
Your Built-in Personal Assistant
There’s no shortage of immersive technology inside the Mazda CX-5. A 1-year complimentary trial to Google built-in comes standard with every trim level, providing access to advanced features like Google Maps and Google Play.
One of the most noteworthy additions is Google Assistant. Powered by Gemini, this isn’t your mother’s basic voice-control system. Thanks to powerful artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, Google Assistant can understand conversational voice commands, which could include things like:
- I have a particular song stuck in my head.
- Where’s a nearby place to grab lunch?
- Do I have time between appointments to get a coffee?
The best part about Google Assistant is that it is constantly evolving. The more you interact with the system, the better it understands your preferences, allowing it to respond more accurately and anticipate your needs.
VERSATILITY
Regardless of what’s on the calendar, the Mazda CX-5 is always ready for whatever comes next.
Flex Your Adaptability Muscles
From your daily commute to weekends spent exploring untamed trails, the Mazda CX-5 is ready to adapt to any environment, especially when it comes to transporting your favorite people. There’s ample room for riders of all ages to stretch out and relax across both rows.
| Headroom (front/rear) | 39.7/40.2 in. |
| Legroom (front/rear) | 41.7/39.9 in. |
| Hip room (front/rear) | 55.2/52.4 in. |
| Shoulder room (front/rear) | 57.6/55.6 in. |
| Cargo capacity (min/max) | 33.7/66.5 cu. ft. |
Regardless of the destination, the Mazda CX-5 can make on-the-fly adjustments to help prevent a collision. Blind Spot Monitoring enables you to make safe lane changes, and the Turning Across Path Alert and Brake work to avoid a collision while navigating an intersection.
When you reach your destination, the Mazda CX-5 continues to adapt as needed with Vehicle Exit Warning. When oncoming vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists are detected, several audible and visual alerts will signal you to keep the doors closed until it’s safe to climb out of your vehicle.
Ready for Every Commute
Thanks to its mindful features, the Mazda CX-5 ensures every commute is relaxing. An available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat helps you find the ideal seat position, while 3-level heated front seats soothe muscles to prevent driving fatigue. These amenities are just the start of what you can find inside the Mazda CX-5.
Additional standard and available amenities include:
- Microsuede upholstery inserts
- Dual-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter
- 15.6-inch touchscreen display
The addition of an optional 12-speaker Bose® surround sound system with Centerpoint® and AudioPilot® technology makes every commute feel like a trip to your favorite concert hall. Not only does the strategic speaker placement make songs feel immersive, but the addition of audio-engineering technology clarifies every note, making it sound exactly as the artist intended it to.
CRAFTSMANSHIP
For a luxury vehicle, you have high expectations for the Mazda CX-5. From materials to layout, the Mazda CX-5 delights in every way possible.
Attention to Every Detail
Loyal Mazda drivers are familiar with the KODO: “Soul of Motion” design philosophy. The same concept of flowing lines and an element of motion, even when stationary, is reflected in the Mazda CX-5. However, the latest model year takes this familiar concept and evolves it to deliver a more modern edge.
The vehicle’s proportions are optimized to its 184.6-inch length, which is about 4.5 inches longer than previous generations. At the front, a wider Mazda Signature Wing grille is sandwiched between angular LED headlights (available).
The metallic paint finish and strategic placement of profile contours reflect the environment’s lighting, reminiscent of the sun shimmering on the water’s surface, especially in Polymetal Gray or Navy Blue. For families with young children, cabin durability requires no second thought. The materials are designed to be stain-resistant, so spilled juice boxes or muddy shoes are no match for the Mazda CX-5.
Beauty in Minimalism
Inside the cabin of the Mazda CX-5, you’ll find a wide-open space. The reduction of visual clutter and the strategic placement of features, such as the USB ports and the optional wireless phone charger, make the cabin feel airy. An optional panoramic moonroof connects you to the warm sky, helping make the space feel expansive.
Other noteworthy cabin details include:
- Larger door openings to make loading easier
- 7-color ambient lighting system to add a sense of spa-like serenity
- 2-tone themes that add brightness and contrast to the space
Meanwhile, sound-absorbing materials minimize the effect of road and travel sounds.
MAZDA CX-5 vs. The Competition
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With their sturdy builds, it’s clear that the Mazda CX-5 and the Honda CR-V are built with adventure in mind. While each vehicle helps you conquer untamed paths, you’ll find more features with the Mazda CX-5 that enhance your everyday commute.
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| Standard | ALL-WHEEL DRIVE | Available |
| 7 selectable colors | AMBIENT LIGHTING COLORS (AVAILABLE) | White or Amber |
| Standard | TURNING ACROSS PATH ALERT AND BRAKE | Not Offered |
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When you need a spacious SUV that’s big on adventure, consider the Mazda CX-5 or the Subaru Forester. Each features a standard all-wheel-drive system to help improve stability on low-friction surfaces. While they share some similarities, a closer look reveals that the Mazda CX-5 offers more premium features that the Forester skips altogether.
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| Standard | TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION | Not Offered |
| 8 | STANDARD SPEAKERS | 4 |
| Available | MICROSUEDE UPHOLSTERY INSERTS | Not Offered |
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There’s much to love about your commute when you drive a Mazda CX-5 or a Toyota RAV4. These vehicles prove to be evenly matched competitors, until you look at the small details. This is where the Mazda CX-5 powers ahead of the RAV4.
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| 66.5 cu. ft. | MAX CARGO CAPACITY | 60.5 cu. ft. |
| 10-way power-adjustable | MAX SEAT POSITIONS | 8-way power-adjustable |
| 15.6 in. | MAX TOUCHSCREEN SIZE | 12.9 in. |
Ready to Experience the MAZDA CX-5?
With its pioneering technology and superb attention to detail, driving a Mazda CX-5 makes anything feel possible. Not only can it explore far beyond the beaten paths around Kalamazoo, Grandville, and Holland, MI, but it will look great doing it.
To take the next step toward ownership, contact LaFontaine Mazda Kalamazoo to schedule a test drive today.
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