Mazda CX-5 (2012 - )  

Low emission compact SUV similar in size to a Kia Sportage, Hyundai ix35 and Nissan Qashqai. From 119g/km to 144g/km (petrol 139g/km).

2WD diesels on 225/65 R17 tyres don't hand as well as the petrol model.

Introduction

Latest Update 23-5-2012: 5 Star NCAP safety rating: 94% adult occupation protection; 87% child occupant protection, 64% pedestrian protection; 86% safety assist.     

17-4-2012 Mazda CX-5 Road Test and Video uploaded

2-3-2011: Standard Smart City Automatic Braking fitted to all Mazda CX-5s.

Introduction:

Mazda showcased its new Minagi concept car at the Geneva Motor Show March 2011. It is a crossover similar in size to the BMW X1. 

In April 2011 Mazda confirmed that the Minagi would go into production and would be called (as many expected) the CX-5.

The CX-5 is the first production car based on Mazda’s new ‘KODO – Soul of Motion’design language that was first premiered on the SHINARI concept in 2010.

The CX-5 also features Mazda SKYACTIV technology, with new generation engines, transmissions and engineering.

The CX designation, already used on the current CX-7, is Mazda’s official designation for crossover SUVs.

The production model made its debut at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September 2011. It will then go on sale in the UK in 2012.

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Last updated 23 May 2012
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