I had a 2015 and I really liked it. I thought I hated the transmission and traded it in for a 2016 6 with a 6 speed manual but it turns out I hated the throttle response. My 6 exhibits the same laggy throttle response. hope they fixed that by now.
Bought a new 2023 Mazda CX-5
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The Sport mode they added in the 2016 refresh on the 2.5L automatic options was an overkill correction for your concerns. 5% throttle = 40% of the tach
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It is something to get used to although they may have changed the programming since my 2017. The small torque converter is in use up to about 5 mph or so then it locks up.
Now they are moving towards the transmission without a torque converter.
That's how all of the Skyactiv Drive transmissions are as far as lock up behavior. That 8 speed design should be pretty reliable hopefully, it's very similar in concept to the Mercedes 9Gtronic.
I've finally calmed down enough to reply.
Congrats! I owned a 2013 Mazda CX-5 from 8/2012 until 8/2022. They initially came with the 2.0L and it was a fantastic vehicle overall. I don't recall a single issue, it was the most dependable car I've owned. Maintenance was a breeze, great efficiency and overall very comfortable on long trips. You'll enjoy it!
Mine was dealer serviced about every 5000 miles, I guess with 0w-20 bulk oil. I doubt they use Mazda oil. Might call the service dept. and check. Inside the fill hole looks like new with 60,000 miles.
Maybe I should stick to what the dealer used, it looks like new inside.
Maybe I should stick to what the dealer used, it looks like new inside.
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Huge Mazda fan these days. Nice! These are quite reliable as long as they receive proper care and attention.
Just make sure to do all fluids on time. I’d personally use a 0w30 or 5w30 in it. Mazda is one of the few manufacturers who still provide a temp chart for multiple grades.
Also, make sure wring it out from time to time and use fuel system cleaner occasionally. Helps keep the valves clean. These 2.5 Skyactiv engines like to spin.
Just make sure to do all fluids on time. I’d personally use a 0w30 or 5w30 in it. Mazda is one of the few manufacturers who still provide a temp chart for multiple grades.
Also, make sure wring it out from time to time and use fuel system cleaner occasionally. Helps keep the valves clean. These 2.5 Skyactiv engines like to spin.
I did the same.
To me, the CX-5 looked better, proven platform, and made in Japan. The CX-50 is fine, but I just liked the CX-5 better when side-by-side.
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The CX5 has independent rear suspension whereas they cheaped out on the CX50 and gave it torsion beam. It’s so disappointing.
Porsche used torsion bars for a long time, front and rear. Not all bad.
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Just looking at Mazda last weekend. Almost bought one, but the "money" guy ticked us off (lied to us) and we walked out. May go to a different dealership. My wife wants one.
Love the color. Mazda would have been my SUV choice as well.
Congrats and enjoy the new ride!!
I’m not in the AWD SUV market but if I were that’s the exact vehicle I would buy. I love the color too.
