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No, there is no reason to upgrade, since you are obviously happy with your current CX-5. But I'd hardly call it an "appliance". I alternate between the CX-5 and A4 and really enjoy it. I would have never gone for it if I felt like it drove like an appliance.

Agreed, but I think Mazda is looking to create a new "premium" niche that shoots above Toyota and Honda and slightly below Lexus and Acura. I would have never considered a Toyota or Honda SUV. I think Mazda is smart creating their own niche because it has been successful in other industries...

I agree. It was the ads for the CX-9 that got me to notice Mazda when I had been looking at Audi, Lexus, Acura, etc. for an SUV. It is one beautiful, well-finished car, and I was just sorry we couldn't use something that big. Every time I see one on the road it stands out. But it did get us...

Agreed. Same thing happening in the US. SUVs/CUVs are the hot ticket. With that said, if Mazda introduces their 4 door coupe, upgrades it like the CX-5 and puts more HP and torque in it, it might be a contender when my A4 lease is up. I like the direction they are heading. I have seen a few...

Rains finally subsided today, but it was still overcast. Here are a couple more pics. Even when there is no sun the silver still pops in pics.

Thanks!

Certainly shortens the thread.

You just go into "Settings" and put him on your "Ignore" list. I've done that with him and another member (you listening, Unobtanium?) and it has made these threads a lot shorter and much more interesting.

I'm finding the opposite with my '17. Rain accumulates on the windshield and the wipers don't come on. I have them on Auto, but I actually turned off the rain-sensitive wipers to go manual intermittent. Maybe Mazda went the opposite direction with the new model?

You are not alone. We rode out our last lease for 39 months because I hate buying cars. I don't want to be lied to either, but I'd rather spend time enjoying the car than dickering over price.

I'll just post what I posted in another thread with a few revisions... I don't think the point is whether the '17 CX-5 is a better driver's car than the previous generation. I don't think Mazda expects any loyalists to run out and trade in their 2016.5 models. The point is that Mazda is trying...

So, it appears the '17 CX-5 is resonating with buyers and potentially bringing in buyers from other brands. No, they don't have the brand awareness of the others, but who knows... maybe the "Kodo ads" are working.

I don't think the point is whether the '17 CX-5 is a better car than the previous generation. I don't think Mazda expects any loyalists to run out and trade in their 2016.5 models. The point is that Mazda is trying to cast a broader net by providing a car that looks and feels more premium and...

But for you, here's a pic taken just now...

Yes, tomorrow. 9:40pm here now.

You'd better get a CX-5 so I have someone to talk to when I'm on this forum!