Mazda CX-5 2017–2021 car dimensions: 4550 mm long, 1840 mm wide and 1675 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,600 kg. Braked towing is 907 kg.
The cabin has a standard 7-inch colour touchscreen with Mazda Connect infotainment, commander control, Bluetooth and USB ports. Manual climate control is standard, with dual-zone automatic climate control and rear vents on higher trims. Cruise control is standard. A reversing camera is standard. Smart City Brake Support provides low-speed automatic emergency braking as standard. Blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert is standard from mid trims. Lane departure warning with lane keep assist and radar cruise control are available on higher trims or as packages. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto became available from 2019 models or via retrofit.
Cargo volume is 875 litres behind the rear seats and 1687 litres with the 40/20/40 split rear seats folded flat. The load floor is level when seats are down.
Towing capacity is 907 kg braked and around 750 kg unbraked depending on market and engine. A trailer hitch is available as an accessory. The vehicle suits light trailer use but is not set up for heavy commercial work.
The cabin is quiet with sound-insulating glass and added insulation. Seats feel supportive and firm with available leather or leatherette, power adjustment on higher grades, and three-level heating for front and outer rear. Dual-zone climate with rear vents is common from mid grades. Reclining rear seats and a power moonroof on select trims add space and light. Materials and layout feel premium for the class.
Regular unleaded recommended for petrol engines. diesel available in some markets.
Oil change interval max 7,500 miles or 12 months via oil-life monitor.
Euro NCAP 5-star rating (2017) with 95% adult occupant protection.
Standard i-Activsense kit includes Smart City Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Traffic Alert on most grades.
Six airbags, DSC, TCS and rearview camera standard across the range.
Petrol SKYACTIV-G 2.0 or 2.5 engines (with optional turbo later) and diesels in select markets run on regular fuel where petrol. Economy figures vary by drivetrain and market but stay competitive for a compact SUV. AWD is optional or standard on higher grades.
Service follows an oil-life monitor with a ceiling of 12 months or about 7,500-12,500 miles depending on market. Regular checks cover brakes, filters and fluids. Keep to the schedule for warranty and reliability.
Safety scores high with a full five stars from Euro NCAP and strong IIHS/ANCAP results. Standard kit covers multiple airbags, stability control and city braking. Higher grades add radar cruise, lane keep and more i-Activsense features.
The car is straightforward to live with. Quiet cabin and available heated features help daily use. Regular oil and filter changes plus tyre rotations keep it running well long-term.
Length 4550 mm, Width 1840 mm, Height 1675 mm, Wheelbase 2700 mm (CX-5 2017–2021)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mazda owner's manual, 2017 Mazda CX-5 US Spec Deck and global/European press kits, Autotijd and carexpert confirmation pages.