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2018 Mazda CX-5 consumer reviews

$24,150–$25,450 MSRP range
side view of 2018 CX-5 Mazda
(275 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.8
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.7
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An amazing vehicle!

I am rather new to the Mazda family but I purchased a 2016 Mazda 3 which I had no issues with so I took advantage of some early incentives and traded up to a 2018 Mazda CX-5. What an amazing vehicle. Similar features as my previous vehicle but with lots of updates and new looks. Also a bunch of newer features like heated seats and individual climate control.

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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Awesome Car

Super reliable car, great gas mileage & all around great. Really roomy and good to take on adventures. Really awesome little special features that most cars dont have!

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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BUY IT!! YOU WON’T REGRET IT!

I test drove a lot of cars and once I was in the front seat of this car I knew I found the right car. I LOVE IT!!!

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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Nicer than my RAV4

I had a 2015 RAV4 Limited and find the 2018 CX5 Touring to be a much nicer car. The fit and finish is excellent, it exudes luxury. The safety features are excellent. Legroom all around is very good. I like the lines of the car better than the Toyota. I cannot comment on this model's reliability but am trusting to Mazda's very good reputation. I am very happy with my purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Feel like I’m driving a luxury car

The look and feel of this car is great. It rides smooth and quiet. The infotainment system is easy to navigate. Has great features like blind spot, cross traffic, lane departure alert and voice command. Our youngest is still seating in his car seat rear facing so it does take up a bit of space in the back seat and doesn’t dive the person in the front seat much leg room plus we wish the trunk space was a little bigger but it gets the job done. Once we flip the car seat around it will add much more space to the front passenger to lean back.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best bang for the buck CUV

I’m amazed at how much tech is in this vehicle. I traded in a 2016 CX5 for this 2018, and it’s a noticeably improved vehicle. More features, better ride/handling, and updated styling. It’s a great vehicle for its segment, if not the best. There’s a luxury look and feel to this car, but doesn’t cost nearly as much as similar vehicles with more implied luxury, via branding. This is my 2nd CX5, and in 3 years, I’ll probably get another one.

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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I really like the new interior design.

Very good city suv. The exterior design is sleek and modern. The upscale interior materials, along with a host of tech and convenience features, convey the sense of a vehicle that should cost quite a bit more than it dose.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fabulous Vehicle!

I was looking for an SUV that was good on gas and peppy for a 4 cylinder. I drove the CX5 and loved it! I got the highest trim level and it is very luxurious. I am coming from a Mazda 3, so it was a bit hard to look at the MPG. I average 22-23 now whereas my Mazda 3 was 25-27.

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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Attractive. Spunky. Stylish. Priced below other

I rented a Nissan rogue. Really liked the ride. So went car shopping and went with the CX5. It was priced better for the features. Plus, we own a Mazda 3 and really lined it. Reliable. Attractive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I absolutely love this car!

This car is the perfect fit for my daughter and I. We travel a lot for her gymnastics meets and it has tons of room, gets great gas mileage, has more that enough USB ports for both of us, and looks great! The interior is beautiful as well as super comfortable. We both have plenty of room!

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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