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Nah, I only own an RX-8 (and a Civic) and I'm looking for something a little less stressful and more efficient, lol. Considering the CX-5, as I love the handling, but I dunno how to give up nearly 100 hp ;) Have you looked at the Kia Sportage SX? I forget the power and price, but I think it's...

The odd thing is the CX-5 didn't feel all that different than my RX-8 in casual driving, as below 5,000 rpm the RX-8 doesn't make much power either... and in normal driving I rarely push it above 5,000 rpm. Of course the difference is if I DO need power to merge onto a highway, it's available...

Keep in mind that the automatic has a manual mode which lets you hold a gear until you tell it to shift. Not quite the same "feel" as a manual though. I feel pretty much the same as you, I'm borderline on getting one just because the power is so iffy for high-speed merging and passing. I LOVE...

I don't see it online yet :( I gave in and subscribed to C&D on my Kindle and read it there :)

The other complaint I often read is that the engine is too loud when accelerating, and yet I notice that the CX-5 tied for being the quietest both at full throttle and when cruising at 70 mph.

Yes, and in fact I noticed that while the CX-5 was the slowest 0-60, it in fact beat and/or tied some of the others (Escape, CR-V, Tuscon, Sportage, RAV4) in nearly every other "power" test, such as 0-30, 0-100, 5-60 and 30-50.

May not be related, but see attached TSB...

I see the BLUETOOTH AUDIO PACKAGE includes a 5.8" Color Monitor when building a Sport trim. But what does the monitor actually do on the Sport Trim? Does that include the Backup Camera and/or the various user-preference functions for lighting, etc.?

Have you noticed any difference when trying to pass when not carrying passengers and cargo?

Did you notice a difference in handling and steering feel? Is the Ford as nimble and "tossable" as the CX-5?

Would you have purchased the CX-5 if it was to be your only vehicle?

Which CX-5 version? Sport Manual? Or the heavier AWD GT?

What color are the lighted gauges (tach, speedometer, etc.) at night? They looked white to me (though I've only seen them in daylight), but I read an article which said they were lighted blue... ?

The ability to wave your foot under the rear hatch to open it. I think the Ford Escape has it.

Yes, this ^^^^^ :) And also Advanced Keyless Entry (opening doors with keys in pocket) for Touring. Rumor says the 2013 Mazda3 will get it for lesser trims, so maybe the CX-5 will too. And a 2.5L SKYACTIV-G engine option. Rumored to be coming as an option for the new Mazda6 too, but I dunno...

Autoweek mentions at: http://www.autoweek.com/article/20120302/CARREVIEWS/120309971 "Interestingly, unlike many soft-roading-oriented AWD setups, the CX-5 isn't merely FWD until the rear wheels are needed. To maximize efficiency, Mazda's engineers found that under differing loads and...

The MazdaUSA site lists it as Rack & Pinion with Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS). As far as I know, my RX-8 is fully electric. I'd assumed the CX-5 was the same kind of Mazda unit?

For those of your with leather seats, do they get unbearably hot in the sun? Is it an inconvenience in summer months? I was planning on getting the Touring trim as I prefer cloth seats, but I like that passive keyless entry option badly enough to consider the Grand Touring... ;)

Nah, me neither. I average around 21 mpg... which isn't great compared to today's cars, but good for an RX-8, and not unheard of for a sports car. The CX-5 appeals to me though partly because of the higher driving position - I didn't realize what I was missing until I drove one. And the CX-5...

RX-8 driver here too, and curious about the CX-5 for similar reasons. It's interesting how many RX-8 people I see interested in the CX-5. I swore I'd never, ever drive a CUV, lol. And I had the same "What power problem?" experience on my test drive(s) ;) I've been lurking on a number of...