It's not terrible, but there are more comfortable cars in the class. Road and wind noise, however, are well suppressed for a large SUV and help to make the CX-5 a relaxing motorway cruiser. The interior is full of soft-touch materials and has an air of good quality; it's an improvement on that which it replaced.

2017 Mazda CX-5 Maxx Sport (in addition to Maxx)

• 17-inch alloy wheels.
• Front fog-lamps (LED)
• Headlamps auto on/off.
• Wipers (front) 2-speed with rain-sensing function.
• Rear-view mirror with auto dimming function.
• Air-conditioning (dual-zone climate control)
• Rear seats with: centre armrest storage and USB input.

As with all of Mazda's SUVs, all 2023 CX-5 models retain standard i-Activ all-wheel drive in the U.S. The critically acclaimed CX-5 has received numerous top industry and safety awards including the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+.

As it is more a mode that limits wheel spin. So while you might need that in an off-road. Situation like in some dirt and mud.

A well-maintained 2017 Mazda CX-5 should be able to last over 250,000 miles, which is about 50,000 miles less than the long-lasting Toyota RAV4.

You won't have to worry about that with the stellar Mazda CX-5 gas mileage. This SUV can get as high as 30 miles per gallon on the highway. Let's take a closer look as we review the EPA-estimated 2023 Mazda CX-5 mpg for each trim.

All Mazda vehicles are equipped with remote start capabilities, so no matter which model you choose, you'll be able to start it up without having to step inside the cabin. To learn more about this unique feature or anything else, like Mazda CX-9 remote start capabilities, contact us at Morrie's Inver Grove Mazda.

The Mazda CX-5 remains one of the best small SUVs around. It offers a high-quality interior, sharp handling and a competitive price. It comes up just a bit short in terms of rear passenger space, cargo capacity and fuel economy, but overall it's an outstanding vehicle in its class.

2023 Mazda CX-5 Review Its current generation has lived near the top of our rankings for years thanks to its premium interior and excellent driving dynamics for a compact SUV in this price range.

The 2023 CX-5 – the brand's best-selling vehicle in the U.S. – has a starting MSRP of $26,700. "The Mazda CX-5 combines desirable features, such as standard all-wheel drive, with a top spot in our rankings," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor at U.S. News Best Cars.

So you have easier and quicker. Access to the acceleration. On the vehicle. Okay. So is it better to drive a car in sport mode.

At its most basic, Sport mode is intended to sharpen how a vehicle responds to a driver's inputs. It does so by telling the car's computers to adjust certain settings, such as throttle sensitivity and the transmission's shift points (assuming it's an automatic).