can BSM be added later?

[Desertsp]

Anyone know if Blind Spot Monitoring can be added to a 2014-2016 Sport AWD (automatic trans)?

 

[isketerol]

A few people have suggested that the wiring harness and supporting smarts aren't in the vehicle to support adding in "missing" options.

 

[Xeler8ing]

Anyone know if Blind Spot Monitoring can be added to a 2014-2016 Sport AWD (automatic trans)?

No as it is usually added at the factory in Japan during the CX-5 build stage

 

[ceric]

In general, port installed accessories can be installed by customers post-purchase.
Otherwise, even if it is possible, it will cost a lot to do it.

 

[Xeler8ing]

Any aftermarket version probably can be installed but with a significant $$$ outlay.

 

[Unobtanium]

Bsm is kind of useless in a cx5 ime. Just...look. it's not like visibility is bad. That rant out of the way, yeah, anything is possible, but it would be cheaper to trade it in I'd bet.

 

[craigo]

Bsm is kind of useless in a cx5 ime. Just...look. it's not like visibility is bad. That rant out of the way, yeah, anything is possible, but it would be cheaper to trade it in I'd bet.

I completely disagree. BSM has saved me a couple of times from someone changing lanes or zooming up on me after I put on my blinker.

 

[alphadog00]

I completely disagree. BSM has saved me a couple of times from someone changing lanes or zooming up on me after I put on my blinker.

I agree, if it were useless it wouldn't be popping up lower tier cars.

People get in accidents, it happens. Adding BSM is no different then when mirrors were added - it is all designed to reduce accidents and add a layer of safety.

 

[madar]

I completely disagree. BSM has saved me a couple of times from someone changing lanes or zooming up on me after I put on my blinker.

+1. Saved my bacon quite a few times. Really good to have in heavy traffic, especially with noisy kids in the back.

 

[ColoradoDriver]

Honestly saved me a couple of times when I was working a particular job a few years ago and due to hours, etc. really should not have been driving due to sleep deprivation.

 

[7eregrine]

Never "saved me" but does make me a better driver. I know when (drive2) it's safe to pass you.

 

[Carfo]

BSM is helpful for sure but the cost to add it retoactively isn't worth it. Instead, opt for one of those mirror add-ons like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/ (commissions earned)

even with blind spot monitoring, i still look to make sure so i don't actually find it all that useful. what i find way more useful is the rear cross traffic alert which is tied to the BSM system

 

[ceric]

On my 2008 CX9, the BSM costed $200 as an option.
That was the best $200 I ever spent on any accessory or option in a vehicle.

 

[Desertsp]

Thank you all!

I might call a dealer just to check, but sounds like Touring is probably called for to get BSM. I disagree that the CX-5 has good visibility,...compared to other types of vehicles with more glass. Wish they had made the pillars narrower.

 

[Carfo]

they did in the second gen CX5, but even in the first gen I thought the visibility was great. At that point I had only test driven a 2014 CRV and a 2016 Rav4 but both of those cars had less visibility--at least for me

 

[Xeler8ing]

Thank you all!

I might call a dealer just to check, but sounds like Touring is probably called for to get BSM. I disagree that the CX-5 has good visibility,...compared to other types of vehicles with more glass. Wish they had made the pillars narrower.

KF CX-5 has the pillars slightly further back improving visability

 

[7eregrine]

Sat in an 18 today. Rear visibility is slightly better. Didn't expect that.

 

[Xeler8ing]

Sat in an 18 today. Rear visibility is slightly better. Didn't expect that.

Via rear window or side windows (uhm)

 

[7eregrine]

Out the rear. Not sure if they have different head rests or if the window somehow has more volume but the view was definitely better.

 

[Xeler8ing]

Out the rear. Not sure if they have different head rests or if the window somehow has more volume but the view was definitely better.

Here's a comparison - window of KF seems a bit smaller but the tailgate seems to come out more: