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Where did you hear that Canada has a separate software version? I received the upgrade last week and the software went from 6.x to 7.0 in Vancouver. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Which dealer?

Which outlet - the front console or the storage bin? On our 2015, the forward socket switches off with the ignition and the one in the bin remains on. (We've had a USB charger plugged into the latter one since we bought the car with no noticeable issues.)

I had the same issue with a dealer in the Vancouver area - runaround from the desk guy, one of those slick-chatting CSR types. Mazda Canada (through Mazda Handsfree) were much better, immediately acknowledging the problem and issuing a case number right away. THey said that if the dealer was...

Personally, I'm glad that the screen is still set in the dash. I am not a fan of the "tablet stand" design at all. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Canadian radio stations have not adopted the HD radio standard on a wide-scale basis as of yet. (There are discussions about implementing it and a few test stations.) There were DAB format digital stations in the past, but that never took off as the US did not adopt that technology. Sent from...

We just flip it back into the trunk area, and let it dangle there. No issues with noise so far. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Mazda, no question. Subaru's are nice but the CX-5 is a lot of fun to drive, with plenty of room to boot. We have an FWD GS and no regrets. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

I completely agree. Yes, it can be a touch frustrating to wait (1st world problem) but to trade in over a stereo? Crazy. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

I was wondering about that, it masks the engine sound. So the conclusion is that it is normal? Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Sorry, which models of Hyundai, KIA, or VW go for $10k or so? Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Yes, I'm seeing that as well, 2000 to 2015. I know the new car is much safer than the older one, but it still feels flimsier with the lighter doors etc. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Well, based on a lot of comments I've seen in forums for different vehicles, there's a fair bit of love for K&N filters. You can even find references to them in the Mazda3 engine forum. I was just wondering if anyone here had experience with them on a CX-5. Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Which dealer? In the Lower Mainland or elsewhere in Canada (based on the Petro Canada oil)? We're trying to determine whether to use the dealers here and what to watch out for. Our dealer offers a $599 "lifetime oil change" package. In principle it could work in our favour given that we plan on...

Any thoughts with respect to higher capacity air filters such as a K&N? Do they make a difference on this vehicle? Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

So, is there any consensus regarding additional soundproofing? I've noticed a good tutorial on using sound-deadening liner in the doors, trunk and under the carpet with respect to the audio system. I'm interested in this and think it might be more effective than any undercoating. Thoughts...

Sorry, I should have been more specific. For those of you who have owned the CX-5 for a while now, does the paint need a sealant? What about undercoating? Here on Canada's West coast, rust isn't really the issue that it can be elsewhere where snow and salt are more prevalent. However, I'm...

Hello, recent (ie Saturday) new owner of a CX-5, just wondering about two of the dealer option coatings. Normally we know to avoid those as cash grabs. Any thoughts, though, about the value of soundproofing/undercoating the car and sealing the paint? Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

Yes, I try to stick to the guidelines as well. It's been a while (15 years) since our last car so I can't recall what we did then. I was planning on avoiding manual shifting (I really like M mode for acceleration and braking) during the break-in period. Do you think it would be OK for some...

So, I've read the manual regarding break-in, what are some real-world examples? How did you handle the first 1000 km? Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk