Mazda · CX-5
CX-5
The third-generation CX-5, a five-seat family SUV sold in the UK with one 2.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine, automatic gearbox and front- or all-wheel drive, suited to buyers who want a roomy, well-equipped SUV without a plug-in.
- Body
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Mild hybrid
- Power
- 138 bhp
- Range
- –
- Boot
- 583 l
What reviewers say
Reviewers agree the new CX-5 is roomier than before, well built and generously equipped for the price. The common criticisms are the only engine, a 2.5-litre petrol judged thrashy and thirsty next to rivals' hybrids, and a cabin that moves almost every control onto the touchscreen; Auto Express and Carwow found it less fun to drive than the previous model.
From autocar.co.uk, autoexpress.co.uk, parkers.co.uk and carwow.co.uk
Specifications
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- Powertrain
- Mild hybrid
- Power
- 138 bhp
- 0–62 mph
- 10.5 s
- Top speed
- 116 mph
- Engine or motors
- 2.5-litre e-Skyactiv G four-cylinder petrol with 24V Mazda M Hybrid mild hybrid and cylinder deactivation, 141 PS (103 kW); bhp converted from kW
- Torque
- 238 Nm
- Gearbox
- 6-speed automatic
- Drive
- Front-wheel drive; all-wheel drive on Exclusive-Line and Homura (Mazda UK press release; Mazda's UK site doesn't yet list figures for it)
Range and charging
- Economy (WLTP)
- 40.4 mpg
- Efficiency
- WLTP combined 40.4 mpg (7.0 l/100 km); low 39.2, medium 47.9, high 42.2, extra high 30.7 mpg
- CO2 emissions
- 157 g/km (WLTP combined)
Practicality
- Body
- SUV
- Seats
- 5
- Boot
- 583 litres
- Length
- 4,690 mm
- Width
- 1,860 mm
- Boot
- 583 litres with the rear seats up (including underfloor storage, to the belt line); 2,019 litres with them folded; 40:20:40 split rear seat
- Towing
- 2,000 kg braked (12% gradient), 750 kg unbraked
- Size
- 4,690 mm long, 1,860 mm wide (without mirrors), 1,690 mm high; 2,815 mm wheelbase; 12.0 m turning circle (wall to wall); 205 mm ground clearance; Mazda doesn't list a kerb weight on its UK site
Tech and safety
- Infotainment
- 12.9-inch touchscreen (15.6-inch on Homura) with Google built-in, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, DAB, 8 speakers (12-speaker Bose on Exclusive-Line and Homura); 10.25-inch driver display
- Driver assistance
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Emergency Lane-Keeping, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Front Cross Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support front and rear, Driver Attention Alert, front and rear parking sensors and reversing camera on every grade
- Safety rating
- Euro NCAP 5 stars (as stated by Mazda UK)
Pros and cons
Pros
- 583-litre boot (including the underfloor space), up to 2,019 litres with the rear seats folded
- Tows up to 2,000 kg braked
- Google built-in on a 12.9-inch touchscreen (15.6-inch on Homura)
Cons
- One engine in the UK, with 141 PS and 0–62 mph in 10.5 s
- 40.4 mpg (WLTP combined); no full or plug-in hybrid
- All-wheel drive only on the top two grades, Exclusive-Line and Homura
Closest rivals
Model | Body | Powertrain | Power | Range | Boot | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV | Mild hybrid | 114–148 bhp | – | 475 l | Jan 2026 | |
| SUV | Hybrid, Electric | 109–143 bhp | 190–248 mi | – | Jan 2025 | |
| SUV | Plug-in hybrid | 268–305 bhp | 83–85 mi | 672 l | May 2026 |
Sources
- mazda.co.uk/cars/mazda-cx-5/specs-and-compare
- mazda.co.uk/configurator/MAZDA_CX-5/5WGN-5S/homura
- uk.mazda-press.com/news/2026/reimagining-the-familiar--the-all-new-mazda-cx-5--…
- uk.mazda-press.com/news/2026/mazda-dealers-on-target-to-achieve-biggest-ever-pr…
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