2026 Mazda CX-5 Redesign: First Look at Mazda's Top-Selling SUV

Exterior Redesign and Dimensions

• 🚀 The 2026 Mazda CX-5 receives a full redesign for its third generation, appearing wider and longer than its predecessor.
• ✨ The front features a fresh look with new LED daytime running lamps and headlights, a distinctive grille with integrated sensors, and active grille shutters.
• ⚠️ A minor point of contention is the lower corner design and the absence of LED fog lamps.
• 🎨 The exterior boasts a sleek hood, new 19-inch metallic black wheels, and gloss black accents on mirror caps and roof rails.

Powertrain and Performance

• ⚙️ Under the hood, it retains the 2.5L naturally aspirated inline-4 engine, producing 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque.
• 📉 There is no longer an optional turbo engine, though a hybrid setup is planned for later in the year.
• 🚗 The vehicle is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with updated logic for better shifting, achieving 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds.
• ⛽ Fuel economy is rated at 24 MPG city and 30 MPG highway with standard all-wheel drive.

Interior Features and Technology

• 💡 The interior offers a two-tone black and tan option with soft-touch materials, though some hard plastic on the upper door panels is noted as a drawback.
• 📱 A standout feature is the 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with the full Google suite, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• 🔊 The premium Bose sound system is present, and the vehicle includes heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone climate control.
• 🚫 A significant change is the absence of physical buttons for climate and mode controls, with all adjustments made through the touchscreen.

Cabin Space and Cargo

• 💺 The redesigned doors offer larger openings, improving access for both front and rear passengers.
• 📏 Rear seat passengers have ample legroom and headroom, with comfortable seats that offer a slight recline and heated functions.
• 📦 The cargo area is enhanced with a taller, wider opening, a lower bumper, and a lower threshold, providing 33.7 cubic feet of space with seats up and 66.5 cubic feet with seats down.
• 🛠️ Practical features include large cubbies, a 12V outlet, and convenient handles for folding the rear seats flat.

Pricing and Trim Levels

• 💰 The base model, the 2.5S, starts at an MSRP of $29,000.
• 💎 The premium trim, as featured, has an MSRP of $39,000, representing a $10,000 difference.
• 🌟 The vehicle is positioned as a contender for SUV of the Year, with a full driving review to follow.