Own a 0217 GT CX5 Turbo Diesel and love it. Tons of torque, loves to rev for a diesel, great balance of power and economy. Love the way the CX5 looks after nearly 5 years inside and out, great steering, breaks and handling. It does feel like a quality product ❤️🚗
@@peoplelikeus3684 for a diesel it is very responsive and revs to it 5000 rpm redline . The petrol is quicker, uses a lot more fuel, but has been engineered with diesel like torque down low and runs out of steam around 5500rpm - the automatic box shifts up regardless of how you drive it, in sport or manual mode
@@converdis449 Thank you for the prompt response. Does the diesel lag when starting off from the traffic lights. Also, it is loud compared to the 2.5T?
@@peoplelikeus3684 owning it for 6 years now the only time there is lag is if you traveling at say 10-20km and need to accelerate quickly there is lag between jumping on the accelerator and it accelerating . Being a diesel it is louder no doubt compared to the 2.5 turbo , standing outside the car it sometimes sounds like a whole heap of egg beaters working on a hot day 😂
@@converdis449 That's great feedback, thank you. What has the mazda aftercare/servicing been like. I currently drive a Mini Clubman JCW 2017 and i'm not likely to buy another. short warranty and parts are a gouge. I'm seeing brands like Mazda step upmarket eg the CX-60 SUV and love the design language. I once can an mx-5 and it was delightful but sunburn became a problem, so i swapped back to a hardtop vehicle.
As i have mentioned previously Tom, I have bought a CX-5 GT 2.5T and I am so happy with it (considering I had to give up my Saab 9-5 Aero Estate and 9-3 Aero convertible). The spec chosen was because the GT is the only spec that allows the selection of white leather. It’s the best decision I made. It drives like my old Saab estate and the engine is so tractable. I detail a client’s Akera diesel and it drives well too, but it is sooooo dark inside. But you are correct. The diesel may have been a better engine choice, but 2 years ago Mazda were still replacing entire engines and it was a real scare to get into their 2.2 litre diesel. Realistically, if I had my choice agin I would go for a top spec CX-8. It has the new diesel, has a much bigger load area (good for my mobile detailing) and it gives the option of white leather with the a lighter interior. Keep the excellent work coming. Lloyd
The CX5 GT Twin Turbo Diesel is a stand out vehicle - I have the new upspec engine 140KW and 450NM purchased in 2019. Saw Tom's review, drove, agreed and purchased. The diesel is meatier and more refined than the Petrol Turbo. We replaced a 2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design Diesel with Polestrar Performance Pack and could not be happier. Nothing has broken on the Mazda, unlike the Volvo - which had - Auto Boot Gas Srut failure, Reversing Camera Failure, Leaking Windscreen, Radiator Replacement and A/C Failure all in a 5 Year Period - needless to say - it got the flick - NOT HAPPY VOLVO! - P.S The Volvo was my first visit to Euro Land and my last. Had Toyotas, Honda's and Mazda's that have never let me down.
IMO, Mazda should really consider making the vision pack (as with the 3 and CX-30) available on all of their vehicles. They probably will do so with their upcoming models, but vehicles like the CX-5 and CX-8 could really do with them.
Thanks for an excellent review. I am looking at buying the GT Diesel. Another big reason for considering it, is, at 450nm, it is excellent for towing. And has a breaked towing weight of 2000kg, more than most of its competitors. A small boat/and pop top caravan will be a breeze with the GT Diesel.
Really good review guys enjoyed it a lot. However it really irritates me that people complain about service intervals. As a mechanic it is way better for longevity to service cars more frequently. preventable maintenance is the key. I see so many cars come into my shop that try and push the service interval out and end up doing more damage. things where out faster, Clean Oil is the Key and with most modern cars being such high tolerance engines dirty oil is a car killer. also what irritates is all these computer driving aids I hate most of them except for blind spot monitor. Most people do not need lane keep assist or auto steering etc, these are just extra computers that will eventually all fail.
Sounds like your priorities are different to other people’s priorities. Fact is, 15,000km intervals are the norm for most key rivals including RAV4 and this constitutes normal use within the vehicle warranty.
@@chasingcars I do agree that 10,000km can be a challenge for some customers. However many people these days are less and less worried about maintenance & just do the bare minimum. I see cars come into my shop where because the owners try and push the service longer it ends up doing more damage. It’s not as simple as saying this is the norm as everyone uses their car differently. I pride myself on being a reputable and honest mechanic. So get frustrated when people complain about service intervals. As for me it is also a chance to inspect the vehicle for any other defects and give the customer a guide as to what may need to be done in the future so they can plan & budget for it. Servicing has become this dreaded issue when it doesn’t need to be. I prefer to have good relationship with my customers knowing that I have helped where I can.
I think that’s all entirely fair enough. For what it’s worth I *personally* agree with you and certainly maintain my vehicles well before the logbook interval, but being realistic - these things are appliances for most and that is OK, as long as they’re not stretching it beyond the warranted intervals
@@chasingcars I definitely that many people treat cars as appliances, however with so many safety systems on modern cars serving has become so much more than just an oil change. Most people do not understand I also perform a full system scan of all the safety tech to make sure it is all functioning as intended. These systems still need to be checked occasionally to make sure they are working properly. That’s what truely scares me what happens when these systems have a software glitch or something & give incorrect data. That is why I believe it is so important to have a good relationship with a mechanic you trust.
Had a lot of diesels always changed oil at 10,000 km but service costs every 10,000 for what really only needs a oil change is to expensive, also most people who buy diesel probably do close to 30,000 a year it becomes expensive 15000 is what they should go too.
I test drove an Elite N-Line Tucson last week expecting to love it. I am a Hyundai fan, I own an i30N DCT. I was so underwhelmed with the Tucson and thought the interior was well over done and not ergonomic, cheap feeling plastics, horrible high seating position and very noisy cabin. I also own a base spec CX8 which we love as our family car. Can't fault it for the price. Swapping the i30N for a diesel Touring CX5 by the look of it.... Great to read some comments of owners loving the diesel CX5. Hopefully it's a more reliable unit that the previous one!
When I see a notification that you've uploaded a video, I start by liking it first, and then go ahead and watch it. It's like you just know that this is gonna be a great review! Keep up the good work Tom, and very happy to see that things are going really well (just from the sheer number of reviews you guys are doing!!). 🙌😊
Tom, great review as always. Could you Please compare the Tuscon Highlander Diesel with the Akera Diesel? Which one would you pick if you had to buy one?
Tom, great review there. Dear editor, can you please speed up the frames (outdoor shots) where Tom driving the cars on the road. The car moves like always in school zone... 😂
How about 2017 Diesel engine. There some talk Diesel engine have some issues. I would like to buy used 2017 Mazda cx5 in New Zealand. What would you recommend
Any good mechanic will tell you to never buy a Mazda diesel. Many were burned earlier on with them, but it still continues today. 2 year old CX5s going into limp mode and having to be towed.
Mazda in petrol is the only way to go your dead right on the diesel being trouble over time especially the out of warranty years if your going to hold on to it.
Yep, I owned a Mazda 6 diesel 12 yrs ago, despite 90% highway ks it went into limp mode several times and lost power once when overtaking. It also developed intermittent engine rattles. Traded it at 100k. My Daughter bought a new 6 diesel about 6 yrs ago and it suffered catastrophic engine failure at 140k despite meticulous servicing. Research uncovered a raft of diesel engine woes. The new ones may be all good but I am not at all confident.
Yes it’s a great car but seriously that almost identical shaped car has been around since 2017. Mazda have done a beautiful job but a total reshape with a proper hybrid is needed to move forward in my opinion. Certainly not a gas guzzling 6 cylinder pushing the same basic car down the road. 🤷🏽♂️
I've been looking into the CX5 2.2 litre diesels and man are there some horror stories linked to this engine. Mainly to do with the lubrication system failing and getting blocked up with carbon, then metal blocking the pump strainer as bearings destroy themselves from lack of lubrication. All this happening before the car does 100,000km. Also the chain driving the oil pump is prone to breaking and there's another dead engine. I reckon the petrol engines sound more promising. The engine is what gets you from A to B not all the wanky gadgets in the car, so for me the running gear is what makes the car.
I mentioned up front some early ones had their issues. Interesting that there are many KF diesels trading second hand with six figure mileage, however.
Wow nearly 100k subscribers well done - I actually like this Touring diesel spec as 17inch and good ride as I do Geelong to Bendigo once a week for work - only other car I’d consider of this ilk would be a MG HS Excite as 1.5 T reasonably efficient with good spec
Great review as always Tom. Not sure if you can get the diesel in the new GT SP trim. I really like the exterior treatment on the SP, but it seems counter intuitive to me that you lose the leather if the GT trim below. My guess is that synthetic leather and suede would not breathe well in Australian summers.
yeah. . . this 2.2d awd is the sweet spot even amongst its rival price wise. But if one is not in a hurry well then wait for upcoming facelift on the horizon like me here is South Africa
It's a shame more people don't consider an oiler, but these now account for well under 10% of total CX5 Sales. Mazda locally have indicated that its likely to be dumped probably sooner rather than later from the lineup .
@@chasingcars I would think it wouldn't be too far off. We were told that its likely to happen possibly within the next 12 to maybe 18 months, but Mazda are yet to make a final decision
I think that Mazda are still selling the diesel because their turbo petrol is too thirsty. I am afraid that the Asian make cars have still not matched the Europeans in terms of performance and economy with petrol turbo motors. Trying to get a decent price in 5 or 6 years time for your 'oiler' is going to be difficult. Who now wants to buy a Mazda 323 diesel or Golf diesel or any diesel car (apart from a large 4wd off roader) . This should be a warning for buyers.
@@MrBenHaynes I've got a relative that has a 2014 Touring oiler. DPF problems were regular . Been sorted now, but it was certainly an issue initially .
Hopefully this weekend taking a Akera diesel second hand out for a drive before hopefully buying the Akera diesel and turbo petrol later on in time 2022
Nope, just a mild hybrid from what I’ve read so far. I believe they are going a larger engine. As for a digital dash, I agree but I’m saying that Mazda have a fantastic heads up display that very few manufacturers surprisingly don’t have.
Thanks for the video. Im just a bit confused. You said there are 3 petrol models and 1 diesel. That diesel does it come in GT and Akera too? Or these are petrol only?
@@fredwalsh4108 I hope so… i know of 3 people who had so many issues that they lost faith in Mazda. I’m happy to steer clear of diesel for soft roaders given the complexity, the need for regeneration and cost of repair. For example, if your DPF dies young you may be up for $9K to replace that part of the exhaust system. Also many manufacturers treat the DPF as a consumable so good luck with warranty or consumer guarantee.
@@GlowingTube im at 1400000 km on my cx5 diesel, no problems at all, by far the best engine Ive ever had. DPF failures are mainly on Toyotas 2.8l diesel shitbox. Mazda service has been excellent, even doing work such as service bulletins 5 years after warranty expiry.
I test drive the Tucson elite N Line and was expecting to love it. Engine has heaps of pull but the noisy cabin and cheap plastic feeling interior was very underwhelming. I didn’t like the ergonomics of the interior either, well over done and not too practical compared to the Mazda. I also own a CX8 2.5 petrol which isn’t the quickest thing in the world but gee it’s such a good car for the money. Mazda has it all over the Koreans in my eyes. I’ll be selling my i30N and buying a touring active diesel. Can’t wait.
Are we going to be punitively taxed for having diesels due to pollution concerns? I think in the UK there are various charges being added to diesel vehicles and their usage.
would you be able to let me know if a 2022 turbo diesel active touring demo a good choice instead of the 2022 forester base model new? I know it's turbo vs petrol but I am tossing up between the two, which are at the same price
The Audi RS Q8 is a cheap car and more competes with the Hyundai Venue. Test drive the RS Q8 against a Hyundai Venue and you'll need to decide on a tough decision.
Diesels need a decent run at 80kmh every week or two at minimum. For most of us that’s normal commuting. For those who never leave the inner city it may not be.
Chasing Cars : Hyundai Tucson 2016 2.0 CRDi 4WD looks much much better, is of much better build quality and reliability, has a more pundgent engine with better efficiency and has a bigger inside sitting space as well as a bigger boot. I like Mazda, but they were beating the bush with their 2016 model and they continue to beat the bush with this rehashed 2020 model. They are just worse in every department.
@@dirtygore Mazda CX5 looks worse....more dad like, the Tucson 2016 beats it by its prestige looks for miles. The Tucson 2016 also has a more refined engine with better power consumption and for the HP better efficiency.
@@dirtygore more power and torque that it cannot put down on the road efficiently due to the usage of an older engine. As for the looks goes....the Tucson 2015 and 2021 are clearly winners here. And as for build quality goes, mazda cannot reqch the toes of Hyundai reliability and built quality.
So what is the point of view reviewing this car cos obviously you hate it because you constantly go on about the high grades not everyone has that kind money to drop on the higher grades hence why there's several models in the range just my opinion though
Three responses to this unusual comment: 1. This car has good and bad points 2. I made clear that I actually quite like it - but the GT variant is a better buy 3. Why would we only review cars we like? That would be marketing, not a review (review means an objective look at good and bad)
How can this be compared to a RAV4 A diesel will plummet in value more than a hybrid which is bad enough - times are changing And Toyota reliability is better than Mazda which have had reliability issues in the past .
That ain’t it, champion. What if you forget your cable? What if you just want a quick charge and don’t want to fuss with cables? Most rival cars have wireless charging because that’s what the market demands these days.
