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2025 Mazda CX-5 Reviews

You'll find all our 2025 Mazda CX-5 reviews right here. 2025 Mazda CX-5 prices range from $36,740 for the CX-5 G20 Maxx Fwd to $55,150 for the CX-5 G35 Akera Turbo Awd.

Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the 's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

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Mazda CX-5 Reviews

Mazda CX-5 2024 review: G35 Akera Turbo Petrol AWD
By Emily Agar · 25 Mar 2024
The new Mazda CX-5 Akera is well equipped but it's rivals are, too. How does it stay competitive?
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Mazda CX-5 2023 review: G25 Touring Active
By Tom White · 08 May 2023
In Australia, we love Mazda, but one model is king above all others. After six years on sale though, should it be? We find out.
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Family SUV Comparison: Haval H6 Hybrid Ultra vs Mazda CX-5 Touring Active 2.2D AWD vs Subaru Forester Hybrid L vs Toyota RAV4 GXL Hybrid
By Laura Berry · 16 Jul 2022
Now's the time to get a hybrid SUV, but did you know they aren't all as fuel efficient as you may expect? We've put the Haval H6 Ultra Hybrid, Toyota RAV4 GXL Hybrid and Subaru's Forester Hybrid L up against each other and a diesel Mazda CX-5 Touring Active to find out which is best for fuel consumption, practicality, safety and value.
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Mazda CX-5 2022 review: GT SP turbo-petrol AWD
By Emily Agar · 08 Jun 2022
The CX-5 is Mazda's medium SUV range. It's practical and sporty, and like its bigger brother, the CX-9, sports sleek lines and a shark-like nose that hints at its commanding driving performance. But do you get enough bang for your buck?
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Mazda CX-5 2022 review
By Andrew Chesterton · 25 Mar 2022
Mazda's CX-5 has undergone a little nip and tuck for the 2022 model year, but is that enough to keep up with Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester and Kia Sportage? We put the new model to the test to find out.
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Mazda CX-5 2021 review: Akera turbo-petrol AWD long-term
By Tung Nguyen · 12 Jan 2022
Mazda's CX-5 was once the dominant SUV in the Australian market, but in 2021, it has been usurped by the Toyota RAV4. So, should you still consider the Mazda mid-size SUV if you're after a set of wheels for the family?
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Mazda CX-5 2022 review: Maxx Sport 2.0
By Nedahl Stelio · 31 Jul 2021
With no recent update to design, the CX-5 is starting to lag behind competitors. Can it still get by on looks alone?
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Mazda CX-5 2020 review: Akera turbo-petrol
By Laura Berry · 25 Aug 2020
There are a few things you should consider before making the Mazda CX-5 Akera the newest member of your family.
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Mazda CX-5 2020 review: Maxx Sport 2.0
By Nedahl Stelio · 03 Jun 2020
The Mazda CX-5 has been a best seller but does it have what it takes to beat out new competition?
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Mazda CX-5 2020 review: Akera
By Peter Anderson · 28 May 2020
Mazda's second-generation CX-5 is a terrific car in almost any spec, but with a torquey 2.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, few could argue with its all-around versatility. But the top-of-the-range Akera tipping over $50,000, that's a lot of money for a Mazda.
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