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    Has anyone here bought the diesel CX-5 yet?

    I read somewhere that the diesel doesn't get any better mileage than the gas version. Of course I can't attest to the validity of this claim but if it's true who would pay the extra money for a diesel version only to pay more for the fuel and not get better mileage. I feel Mazda didn't think...
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    Engine Breaking, New Car

    Personally I don't see a problem and I do it also. I don't think engineers would have designed the transmission with that capability if it was bad for the tranny. However with that said some people would point out that replacing brake parts is a lot cheaper than having the tranny repaired!
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    2020 CR-V Hybrid

    Hybrid's don't really impress me. In the real world the cost of running one doesn't include the battery replacement. Batteries no matter what kind lose their ability to load what some call a "full" charge over time and lose efficiency. The power rating of the combining engines is suspect also...
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    Wiper Blades

    Whatever you do try to get silicon blades. You won't regret it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    New CX-5; 655 miles. Looking for tips on initial wax, care, etc.

    This is a highly subjective topic and being my first time here it reads like a Maguiars commercial. I just obtained a 2019 GT and it seems to have come from the dealer with some kind of protective coat but I don't know what. Probably just a good wax. Personally I like Turtle wax products and if...
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    Turning it Off

    I just bought a 2019 GT and have now realized that there's no way to turn the radio off. Unless I'm missing something you can mute it or turn the volume down. Someone let me know if I'm wrong.
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    New 2019 GT

    Got the wallet out and traded my 2015 touring for a 2019 GT. I liked the way the 15 drove. Very responsive. It had aftermarket leather and was comfortable. The ride was a tad stiff and in my old age it would have been nice had it rode a little softer. The new one seems a tad bigger and rides a...
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    2017~2025 Acceleration while Braking

    I had a situation once where my oversized foot with clunky shoes got on both the brake and accelerator at the same time when I tried to brake. A little more space between them would be nice.
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    2017~2025 Acceleration while Braking

    I had a situation once where my oversized foot with clunky shoes got on both the brake and accelerator at the same time when I tried to brake.
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    2013~2016 Unknown in Engine Bay

    I was checking the oil level on my 2015 and got nosy and started looking around. On the passenger side behind the windshield washer bottle I spotted something with a rubber top somewhat buried in and was wondering what it was. Can anyone enlighten me on it's function etc.? They stuff so much...
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    What features do you miss from the car you traded for the CX5?

    I miss the ability to remotely lower my windows to let the heat out. Important here in Florida. A larger gas tank would be nice, say @ 20 gal.?
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    Ride Adjustment

    I have a 2015 CX5 touring. I bought it used and it had @ 17k miles. I'm really pleased with it. If I had any criticism it would be that the suspension a little too harsh. I wish it had a an option for adjustable rides. I noticed the new ones have a sport adjustment that re-programs the...
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    is the CX-5 a feminine car?

    drive it like you stole it. Don't give a flying f*** what others think!!!!!!!!!!!
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    CX5 - Extreme wind noise - cause/solution?

    I have a 2015 touring and it suffers not at all from wind noise.
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    Ride

    Don't know if this is the right place to post this but here goes. I have a 2015 CX-5 and love it. I got it because I'm as old as dirt now and my health has deteriorated accordingly. I got tired of pushing myself up and out of my Honda Accord coupe which was a kick butt car with a v-6. My CX-5 is...
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    New Audio Unit

    I don't know who manufactures the audio unit for Mazda but they should seriously consider an alternative. The existing one is ok but it could be a lot better. LAW
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    USB Cracking Noise

    I have a 2015 CX-5 in which the audio has been fixed so that it resumes playing the last track when turned on. I have noticed when playing songs from a thumb drive there is a loud cracking sound like a scratch on an old 33 & 1/3 record. Has anyone else noticed this or am I the only one with this...
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    CX-5 doesn't run as well in the hot humid weather

    Couple of days ago I was driving here in Florida and had a dash temp of 103 degrees and humidity was high but I noticed no problems with the car. I was glad it has a great ac on board.
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    New G-Vectoring tech to make Mazdas drive even better

    Will it add to the safety of the car and how much will it add to the cost? Seems to me that we think of new and unnecessary technology to add without consideration to consequences. In the future you won't drive you'll just get in, program the destination and ride. Is this what you really want?
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    A better lubricant (maybe?) helping me go the distance!

    I didn't buy my CX-5 for the gas mileage. The car just fits me and is comfortable. As far as lubrication you won't find a significant difference in oil unless you go to a much heavier weight. I do use synthetic because a lot of dino oils have paraffin which in my opinion adds to the sludge...
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