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2015 Mazda CX-5 consumer reviews

$21,545–$24,395 MSRP range
side view of 2015 CX-5 Mazda
(147 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.7
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Great Value SUV

We bought it as an AWD SUV that was inexpensive, could transport our Great Dane, and got good gas mileage. We drove it for 1 year and over 20K miles and it was still worth more than we paid for it. It also did great in the snow and ice in PA and CO visiting family. Unfortunately we lost it in a flood, so we replaced it with a year newer 2016 model. The entertainment system was the only flaw, and it is much better in the new model.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Mazda is as good or better then Toyota.

I love my Mazda. Mazda is highly underrated. Ive had my mazda for 80K mile and not a hint of any trouble. Great in bad weather, great looking car and super reliable. To me its better then Honda or Toyota!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable Car I've Owned

Great gas mileage, Automatic, HomeLink, smooth ride, lots of rear hatch storage, with fold down seats. Lots of Mazda Options. This car has been very reliable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most features for the price

This car was affordable, has plenty of safety features, lots of room in the interior, and does well on gas. It is also an AWD vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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staff was very helpful and friendly

The staff was very helpful and friendly. They worked to get me the best deal on a used vehicle and were sensitive to my financial and customer expectations. If you're looking for a good experience, go to Tim at 21st century auto group.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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newest car I've ever owened.

I'm still getting used to all the new technology, only had the car 3 days so far I still need to get use driving a smaller car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Transmission died after 4.5 years & 80,000

Until now I was very pleased with this car. On Easter Sunday driving home from NH to NY, without warning the transmission died. When accelerating to 2nd gear we heard a very loud bang followed by a severe violent bucking which would have landed me into the windshield if I wasn't wearing a seatbelt.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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First time Mazda owner - Forever to be Mazda owner

I previously owned VW, BMW and Honda - The Cx5 has ticked all the boxes for me and drives like a dream - It is solidly built, quiet, and smooth. I opted for the Sport model and must say even with the 4 cylinder it is quiet powerful! Light on gas and light on the road! Next purchase will be the Cx7 for sure!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Underrated SUV Out There. Period.

I researched and test drove every compact SUV out there and bought a certified pre-owned 2015 CX-5 GT. I have owned 2 full size SUVs (a Jeep Grand Cherokee & Chevy Tahoe) and also two Subarus (which I will never own again). We also currently own a Honda CR-V. With that said, this vehicle drove better than every other SUV I test drove. My decibel meter indicated it was about 10 dB quieter than competing compact SUVs at highway speeds. Moreover, it had ample space, great features, great MPG and excellent power. It easily carries my two large kayaks, my hiking gear, musical gear, and more. Calling it a compact SUV is actually laughable because storage space specs don't provide the linear square footage (x and y dimensions with and without the back seats up and down). Instead, they reference total cubic footage - which can be very misleading. The next issue for a used vehicle is that JD Powers "initial quality" ratings are garbage. I found that Consumer Reports reliability ratings to be best because they reflect "actual" reliability - which is what really matters to a buyer. In fact, I bought a 2015 model in early 2019 because actually reliability info was available (and was impressive). Oh, and their safety rankings are stellar. Do yourself a favor and test drive one of these beauties. I'm sure glad I did!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car

Fits my needs. Easy to zoom around town, great in snow, and can haul stuff from IKEA. Highly recommend Mazda CX-5 for families and pet owners.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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