2023 Mazda CX-5 Reviewed by Mechanic

[DrElectron]

This Toyota Master Mechanic reviewed the 2022 CX-5 last year. He now takes a look at the 2023:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_2YILnKPLo

 

[MotoChooch]

Most of the reviewers I've seen focus on the Turbo. Wish we had more on the base engine.

 

[ch3no2]

Thanks OP. Interesting review. There are many aspects that have drawn me to want one. Most of them are "old school". No CVT, no 17 speed transmission, no auto start-stop, no cylinder deactivation, ETC. I like the color keyed moulding and agree it should be an option on all trim levels. My Eternal Blue Signature is in transit now. Very excited!

 

[MotoChooch]

Thanks OP. Interesting review. There are many aspects that have drawn me to want one. Most of them are "old school". No CVT, no 17 speed transmission, no auto start-stop, no cylinder deactivation, ETC. I like the color keyed moulding and agree it should be an option on all trim levels. My Eternal Blue Signature is in transit now. Very excited!

The 22 Preferred actually does have cylinder deactivation but I'm not sure if that's on the turbo as well. I never notice its operation personally.

 

[wlong01]

The 22 Preferred actually does have cylinder deactivation but I'm not sure if that's on the turbo as well. I never notice its operation personally.

No CD on turbos.