Turbo models have a little more power, too.
Mazda presented its CX-5 SUV facelift earlier this year but was not very specific. We didn’t expect much change in the interior, but we were pleasantly surprised. The submodel hierarchy is quite different and you will pay a little more to be able to access the CX-5 world. You’ll also get more power if you upgrade to the turbocharged model.
The 2022 HTML5 base cost is undoubtedly the most important news. Mazda’s entry-level Mazda model has a $530 price increase over last year, which equals a $25,900 before-destination sticker. The cheapest CX-5 is now $27,125, with a $1225 destination fee. It’s important to note that all CX-5 models come with all-wheel drive for 2022. This is a significant change, as the CX-5’s 2021 price was for a front-wheel drive model. Comparing apples to apples reveals that the 2022 model is less expensive than the AWD CX-5 Sports.
This is a common trend across the 2022 CX-5 lineup. It has been restructured through the lower- and mid-range trims. The 2.5 S is the entry model, while packages are available in Select, Preferred Premium, Premium and Premium Plus. The lineup includes the Carbon Edition and the CX-5 Signature, which are both range-topping models. The Turbocharged Carbon Edtion has been discontinued, along with the Sport, Touring and Grand Touring versions. Prices for new models are roughly $50-$500 lower than similar-equipped all-wheel-drive versions starting in 2021. The Signature will cost you approximately $1,000 more.
Turbocharged models will offer a little more power in 2022. A 2.5-liter turbocharged engine can produce 256 horsepower (191 megawatts). This is 6 ponies more if higher-octane premium gasoline is used. The torque levels remain the same, but naturally aspirated versions continue to produce 187 horsepower (139 kW) under their hoods.
Mazda now offers the CX-50, which is very similar in size and design to the CX-5. Rumours that the CX-50 would replace the CX-5 in Mazda’s lineup have been widespread. However, the automaker refuted these rumors for the short-term. It remains to be seen if the CX-5 will continue for more than a few more years.