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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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Nice New Car (CX-5)

Great looking, practical, comfy, quiet, sweet driving car. Very happy with it so far (bought a week ago). Looking forward to years of happy motoring.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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My 1st SUV, perfect size, smooth compact handling

I love this car, it’s fun to drive and handles like a sporty car, just sits up higher. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars for interior design is there is no trunk release button - on the key fob, or inside the vehicle. This is my only complaint. It is fun to drive & otherwise I recommend!

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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A stable type of SUV.

This Mazda CX-5 is equipped with state of the art technology. " I feel like I have someone with me keeping me safe." It is not my dream SUV and brand but it has the same look and technology is highly comparable to expensive luxury brands.

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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Overall a great car.

The Mazda CX-5 rides and drives great. Haven?t really had a chance to test The Awd feature in the snow. looking forward to testing The awd system. Now that I had the Apple CarPlay installed, the navigation and phone system is a pleasure to use. The Mazda installed crap that comes with the car is just that, CRAP! Love the heads up display and safety features of the car. The engineers need to find a better place to place the on/off switches for the rear heated seats. You can?t use the armrest without turning on or off the heated seats. Poor design!

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice ride.

I just leased this vehicle and so far, I like it. It?s comfortable inside and rides well. I wanted to try a Mazda because both my sister and niece have one each and they love it.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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MAZDA FOR TODAYS ROADS

Since the 1980's I have owned Mazda 3's CX7, CX9 and older Mazda models. All but the Mazda Miata that has always been my dream car. I have found all makes of Mazda to be reliable. I have found that these cars can stand up to rugged traffic conditions. They all have that extra uummph you need to safely pass, or avoid dangerous traffic situations. I can honestly say that for all the Mazda's I have owned, my expenses have always only been maintenance. Thanks Mazda

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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Great experience

This car met all my needs. It has plenty of leg room in the front and at the back, the ride was a great pleasure.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the most dependable rides!

I was shopping for a mid range SUV after my Grand Cherokee, this model fit the bill.. Right size and performance. I would purchase another after this one!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Just Drove it off the Lot

Traded in a Mazda 3 with 167,000 miles on it. That is why I stayed loal to the brand it was a good car. The CX-5 has so many features, I wanted Leather seats, so I had to go with the Grand Touring Trim Level. With it it included so many features found on High End cars: lane departure, auto stop real time traffic updates, stop and go traffic brake assist plus all the common stuff like bluetooth and Navigation with a SD card for updates so you don't have to take it to the dealer!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fabulous Car

I absolutely love the safety on the car. I bought this car for my daughter and after a lot of reading and an awesome and knoweldgeable salesman, Joel Montijo, we decided this was the best car for her.

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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