Where did you get this quote? I've looked, and maybe missed it given the many post. I'm looking for a USA model CX-5 D, and if it has Apple Carplay and/or ventilated seats. (Pickey, I know.) I just like the feel of the diesel torque curve in my current diesel.
http://chasingcars.com.au/review/2018-mazda-cx-5-review-450nm-diesel-driven/
Australian site. The exact release date of the diesel in the US hasn*t been confirmed...
Ventilated seats are on the horizon here since Japan is getting an update soon which will have this.
We already have the full power/torque version of the diesel.