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2021 Mazda CX-5 consumer reviews

$25,370–$26,770 MSRP range
side view of 2021 CX-5 Mazda
(92 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.9
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Great SUV coming from a car

This compact SUV so far is great, I have had it for 4 weeks. Seats are firm and well built, a tad snug. Nice firm ride and great handling. I have the Signature AWD and turbo engine. Not the best MPG but very good performance for its class. Storage is a little small but as much as I need. Great cameras and safety features, probably close to as good as it gets short of some advanced features and near self driving. Steering wheel warms up in just seconds though just on the sides. The heated seats are better than my old Cadillac and warm fairly quickly, warm air comes out within a mile of driving (10 second warm up) then the new remote start is nice when it has been out in the cold for several hours. For a compact SUV it has the the lineage of my Miata. Adaptive headlights are wonderful. New update infotainment system works well. Overall I chose it over a BMW, almost a rival but still the best bang for the bucks. Crystal Lake Mazda has been great to work with.

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

Love the car and exterior color we chose is very classy and unique. We bought the car because it is rated the #1 SUV for its reliability and affordable pricing.

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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Fun to Drive

If you are looking for a fun car to drive, look no further. This car is head and shoulders above its class. Fit and finish is premium. I cross shopped it with Acura RDX. Even though Acura was more fun to drive, Mazda gives much more for the money. I could not justify $10K extra for Acura. You can get good gas mileage if you drive it with light foot.

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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Just got it but impressed so far

For the money, you can not find another car in the price range that is comparable in terms of luxury and driving experience. I'm actually surprised you don't see more of them on the road.

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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Best buy for the price

The car is very comfortable. It's got a lot of wonderful features that I still have to learn how to use (just bought it). Did a lot of research prior to looking. It was rated very highly and wasn't overpriced.

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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Best car I have ever owned!

The Mazda CX-5 has everything I waned and more! Clean lines, great performance, excellent driving in all types of roads. The best car I have ever owned!

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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My first Mazda

The comfort of the seats is my favorite part which helps for long car rides! Love the heated seats and sunroof! My only wish is that the sunroof extended farther back and was electric. The control system is easy to use and the Bose speakers are amazing. This car gets great gas mileage and is so easy and fun to drive. Has lots of room in the back for storage and it helps the back seats come down. I love this Mazda and all the features! Highly reccommend!

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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Beautiful car!

I bought this car for my 16 year old because of all the safety features it offered. The car is beautifully designed, and drives like a cloud. The Mazda Care package offered through Hendrick Mazda was a great way to get some extras for a great price!

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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Oh how I love this car...

I purchased the Carbon Turbo CX5, and I adore my new car. It had everything I requested- heater seats, tinted windows, remote start, and sun roof. It is a beautiful color, and has red leather seats (swoon). I am very very happy with my decision.

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 drive good looking car

The vehicle is just a safe overall vehicle with a great ride. Love the features and the design of the vehicle. Mazda did a great job on producing the cx5

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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