2024 Mazda CX-5 Turbo Review and Off-Road Test

One more look at the Mazda CX-5! Is this family crossover still competitive in 2024? We check out all the features and then hit the trail to see if it has all the capability you need.

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CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduciton
00:37 - Features
05:38 - Driving Impressions
13:40 - Off-Road Trail Test

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[CelticLiving]

I bought a 22 CX-5 Turbo. I came from a 2003 Forester XS I put 250k miles on. I test drove 22 Forester, and RAV4, all variations. Nothing compared to the driving dynamics, power, and refinement of the CX-5 T. The Outback XT is a better comparison because of the Turbo, but still a CVT. I love the infotainment in my CX-5. No issues. I’m shocked anyone would choose a Forester over this. Maybe if they brought back the Turbo in the Forester and improved the driving dynamics I would consider it again, but not until then.

[aussie]

That brief acceleration delay went away for me once I switched to high octane fuel.
Using the infotainment system is absolutely fine. The command dial feels and works great, voice commands for Apple navigation and Apple Music works great.
I’m a tech idiot yet I had no issues favouriting radio stations. I can now access them using the favourites button and scroll through them on the steering wheel.
All the Mazda settings are pretty much set and forget once you buy the car so needing to access them using the command dial is a non issue.

[davidbaurkot]

The knob is so much easier and safer than a touch screen. The touch screen forces your eyes off the road and more often than not you have to navigate through multiple screens to get something done.

[jimf]

I have a 2022 CX-5 signature turbo and average 22.5mpg in a suburban area. Love the vehicle, an excellent daily driver.

[kyronrc]

Your channel is quickly becoming one of my favorites! Love the off road tests.

[oldatarigamer]

I don't see the CX-50 as the CX-5 replacement, I see it more like an Outback competitor.

[KnowTheNewOfficial]

Mazda is the best super reliable car and who wants to get a durable super reliable car they will go with Mazda definitely

[rightlanehog]

Ryan, It is such a pleasure to see a Mazda CUV with an independent rear suspension and reasonable rear seat headroom. 😉

[bigstraz]

I love this car with the turbo but the price is so too high for me. I want to get one of the lower trim models to save some cash. Thanks for the review!

[camilogomezkeep]

I think the reason the cx-5 sells more than the CX-50 is because it’s a better vehicle…. Built in Japan and with a more sophisticated independent rear suspension…

[fordracng]

People want the CX-5 not the CX-50. I own two CX-5s. They're great for what they are. I paid under MSRP for my 2022 even though it was just after the pandemic. It's been very reliable and I have 80, 000 miles on it now. The only thing to go wrong was a CV axle which are common failure points so there's rebuilt ones for $75 on rockauto. I live on some of the curviest roads in NA so it's much more of a pleasure to drive compared to the competition. They're one of the best value for money mid sized SUVs on the market. If I was in the market I'd drive this and the RAV-4 and whichever I liked better I'd buy with no hesitation.

[bradcomis]

Mr. Coleman's response to your suspension question is actually so good. Really nice to hear a corporate employee give out a REAL answer to a question that isn't massively dumbed down.

[matthewjohnson]

Ryan’s “fun forest” should have a more Climactic finale -by the time he’s at the logs we know the outcome!

[jakoba]

Please sell merch…I want a “legs torso proportionate” shirt.

[KmanJGC]

I have a Black 23 cx5 turbo. It is a fantastic suv. I switched out the stock tires with some Bridgestone Weatherpeaks. It drives great in all road conditions

[mattheviewer]

One note on Mazda Turbos: they require premium fuel to unlock their rated power. On regular, you'll loose 20 - 30 HP. Would also suggest trying before buying as the interior, though well finished, is more like a fighter plane in terms of front legroom (Ryan's legs look pretty tightly packed widthwise).

[sunitjoshi]

I’ve a 2024 CX5 Select and I’m avg. 25/26 in city driving. I love the vehicle for the features at this price point.

[G_dan]

I am watching this as i get ready to go offroading with my CX 5. Just put good tires, and you are good to go.

[lukiw]

Great as a daily car and sometimes go to the forest or fishing. Great review as always. Greetings

[koanikal]

In my 2011 Mazda 3, turning off traction control was basically secret info that I had to look up heh. You had to hold down the Dynamic Stability Control button, while starting up the car. DSC could be turned on and off via that button while the car was running, different story with the traction control though.