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About the Mazda CX-5
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The new Mazda CX-5 is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $36,740 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Maxx variant and topping out at $55,150 for the Akera.
There are 6 variants of the CX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
Engine options include 2.5L turbo petrol direct injection (170kW/420Nm), 2.5L petrol direct injection (140kW/252Nm) and 2.0L petrol direct injection (115kW/200Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2025 CX-5 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2025 Mazda CX-5 Price
GT SP
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $52,960 |
Maxx Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $40,460 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $42,960 |
Touring
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $45,100 |
Maxx
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $36,740 |
Touring Active
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $44,600 |
Akera
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $52,650 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Mazda CX-5 Dimensions
1675mm
1845mm
4575mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2025 Mazda CX-5 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda CX-5
The most fuel efficient Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 6.9L of unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mazda CX-5 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Akera with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.5L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 8.2L of unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Mazda CX-5 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Mazda CX-5 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Unleaded | 8.2 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda CX-5?
The Mazda CX-5 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Mazda CX-5 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda CX-5?
The Mazda CX-5 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Mazda CX-5 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda CX-5 is the Maxx that starts from $36,740.
The most expensive Mazda CX-5 is the Akera that starts from $55,150.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda CX-5 is 2000 kg offered by the following variants: GT SP and Akera.
The largest Mazda CX-5 is the GT SP which measures 1845mm wide, 4575mm in length and sits 1680mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda CX-5 is the GT SP which has 170kW of power from its 2.5L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Mazda CX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda CX-5 is the GT SP which weighs 2175 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda CX-5 uses unleaded.