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New to the CX-5 and AWD. New 5 with about 1000 mi. For the first time I was in AWD conditions and gave the CX a little kick to see how it would go. I heard a small clunk sound. So was that the AWD engaging? Is it seamless or does it go in and out ? Should I hear anything?

My 2010 Mazda 5 did this, but only on the driver's side. So far my 2015 CX-5 has been OK, but it's new. I never was able to figure it out. The stops worked fine, but still things moved. Weird.

At that price I would say, just for kicks, price a 2015 Sport AWD with the 2.5 engine. You might be surprised.

Put in Maxpider today. Bought from Amazon. They fit fine on my 2015. Fronts only. Full report after winter.

Looks like I was wrong. It appears the FWD at 2.5 is not available on the Sport, which is the only model I was interested in. Higher models appear to have FWD available. Wonder why.

This may come down to the engine size you want. I believe if you select the 2.5 engine you will have to take AWD with an auto transmission. I just bought a Sport with 2.5 engine and had to get AWD.

Thank you Secondtyme. I purchased a Sport, AWD, 2.5 engine, Auto. It has all we need. Just starting, but so far so good. When I learn not to reach for keys to turn off the engine I'll feel better.

We decided to move over to the CX-5 from a Mazda 5. Just getting acquainted with the CX-5 so I'm sure I'll have a few questions. Purchased a Sport AWD, Auto, 2.5 engine. No extras since the Sport has all we need. Hopes it serves me as well as my 2010 Mazda 5.

It's been a pleasure being on the 5 forum. I have now bought a Mazda CX-5. I want to thank you all for your help, suggestions etc.. The 5 has been great, but we felt we wanted a little more ....mass. In our early 70's and the CX-5 is probably the last vehicle for us. This forum has been very...

To me the only way to see how far you can on a tank is to fill up and drive until you run out of gas, then check miles driven. Your method just seems inaccurate to me.

Well I was wrong. My salesman called and said he could get one, so we re going to talk prices later this week. I have been using the build your car at Mazda USA and it never found one, but they do exist in my area. So maybe there is a CX-5 in my future.

Here's a link to the Mazda spec page. If you study it you will see the Sport AWD comes with a 2.5 engine. http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/displayPage.action?pageParameter=modelsSpecs&vehicleCode=CX5

I test drove a Sport with a 2.5 engine last week. Very nice. The only option it had was Bluetooth. I like the car and it had all I needed, but I can do without the Bluetooth. Two days after that car was off of inventory. Not one word from the salesman even though I expressed interest in a basic...

With AWD is there a driveshaft to the rear wheels like cars of old? A differential, rear axle etc. ? Just wondering if there is a potential for down the road mechanical problems due to lack of, let's say BEEF. Strong enough? I've read AWD only happens when needed, true? Hope to test drive soon...

Thanks for the great photos Hank3. Looking forward to the fit report.

Has this story about the phase out of the 5 in 2015 been reported anywhere else?

Different car but white smoke turned out to be a bad head gasket. The smoke was steam due to cooling liquid getting into cylinder.

I have a 2010 Mazda 5 Sport auto, 2.3L, 153 HP @ 6500 rpm, torque 148 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm engine. A new 2014 5 has 157 HP @ 6000rpm, torque 163 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm. My question is will I likely see a difference in driving between these two cars. Most of what I'm looking for is improved on ramp...

Does this outcome effect insurance rates on the 5 ?

I have a 2010 Mazda 5 and have been looking at the CX 5 forum because I may be interested in one. I found this thread interesting. It's nice to get comparison info. http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123841992-Road-Trip-2014 More food for thought. Marty