2024 Mazda CX-5 Remains an Attractive SUV
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Posted By: Randi Payton on May 18, 2024 After a week-long test drive to explore its characteristics, I can see why the Mazda CX-5 is the brand’s most popular vehicle. Although a redesigned CX-5 will launch in 2025, the current model continues to impress with its aggressive design, comfort, and features found in more expensive luxury vehicles. The 2024 Mazda CX-5 added subtle updates to enhance its appeal, including a new front grille, updated headlights, upgraded materials, and a more interactive infotainment system. The most noticeable change is the refined exterior design, which includes a sleeker front grille and an updated headlight design. This gives the SUV a more contemporary look that aligns with Mazda’s design philosophy. Inside, the cabin features upgraded materials and a more user-friendly infotainment system. Although the CX-5 received a mid-year refresh in 2022, a new generation is expected for 2025 that will feature a hybrid powertrain in collaboration with Toyota, which has a 5 percent stake in Mazda. Models/MSRP: The 2024 Mazda CX-5 has eight trim levels: Select ($30,720), Preferred ($32,070), Carbon Edition ($33,370), Premium ($35,320), Premium Plus ($37,920), Carbon Turbo ($39,015), Turbo Premium ($39,220), and the top-of-the-line Turbo Signature ($42,020). Each trim level offers a comprehensive list of performance and safety features that cater to a wide range of customer preferences. However, the Signature trim has more premium luxury features like a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Nappa leather heated/ventilated seats, and genuine wood trim. The 2024 CX-5 Signature also adds a 10-speaker Bose audio system, a heads-up display, a 10.25-inch color display with Mazda’s Connect infotainment system, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Power: The 2024 CX-5 is powered by an inline-four-cylinder engine that generates 187 horsepower and has standard all-wheel drive (AWD). The top-of-the-line Signature edition I tested has a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine that produces 256 horsepower. It gets good traction from Mazda’s i-Active AWD system and responsive performance from its six-speed automatic transmission. Fuel Economy: According to the EPA, the base 2.5-liter engine averages 24 city/30 highway mpg, while the turbocharged engine gets 22 city/27 highway mpg. For a complimentary subscription to my auto blog, visit www.decisivemedia.net to get updated car-buying tips and reviews on the latest new cars, SUVs, and trucks. Randi Payton, Decisive Media Network. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Randi Payton
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