Care to predict new features lineup for 2018+ CX-5?

[CX-5um]

2018 models have the secret plans to the death star in-bedded in the infotainment system as displayed on the HUD. http://www.swihartstudios.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/holo1.jpg

 

[J.R.]

I'd guess pretty minor stuff like AA/Carplay. Maybe some additional paint/interior colours.

Hopefully a manual tranny with the diesel...

 

[1cx5]

Mazda is set to launch HCCI engines so probably after 2018 more likely the next model change over, you will see this motor on the CX-5

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1108403_report-mazda-to-launch-hcci-engine-in-2018

Any chance they will dump the diesel when the HCCI engine comes in.

 

[1cx5]

Wheel design.

At least give an option [or 2]

 

[J.R.]

Any chance they will dump the diesel when the HCCI engine comes in.

I'd imagine if they're going to bother with the diesel, it's a 4+ year commitment. Not really worth it for 1-2 years.

I could also see them mid-longer term utilizing a scaled down, efficient diesel in future hybrid models. Low compression (hence low emission), low RPM (high efficiency) in conjunction with electronics/batteries sourced from the likes of Toyota.

 

[Xeler8ing]

Any chance they will dump the diesel when the HCCI engine comes in.

Depends on whether certain markets still have an appetite for diesel motors

 

[CX-5um]

Its 2018 and your sitting in the movie theater when this preview trailer appears.


Its a headshot of Vin Diesel in a car revving his engine. Then a headshot of the Rock in his car revving the engine. Screen turns black. Then you see a Vin Diesel in a Diesel CX-5, the Rock in a CRV...both racing to be the first to get into the Burger joint drive thru lane.

blank screen

Then another scene in the middle of the desert. Both Vin Diesel and the Rock racing to get to (somewhere)...at 45mph....both looking down and we see shots of their fuel and mpg gauges.

Cool Movie Voice: "The Fast and the Furious: Hypermile"

Torreto: "After my 3 kids with (by 2 movie character baby mommas), I live my life one quarter mile per gallon at a time." Turns off Sport Mode.

Rock's character: "There's no replacement for CVT small engine displacement." Turns on Eco mode.

 

[shaendra]

Its 2018 and your sitting in the movie theater when this preview trailer appears.


Its a headshot of Vin Diesel in a car revving his engine. Then a headshot of the Rock in his car revving the engine. Screen turns black. Then you see a Vin Diesel in a Diesel CX-5, the Rock in a CRV...both racing to be the first to get into the Burger joint drive thru lane.

blank screen

Then another scene in the middle of the desert. Both Vin Diesel and the Rock racing to get to (somewhere)...at 45mph....both looking down and we see shots of their fuel and mpg gauges.

Cool Movie Voice: "The Fast and the Furious: Hypermile"

Torreto: "After my 3 kids with (by 2 movie character baby mommas), I live my life one quarter mile per gallon at a time." Turns off Sport Mode.

Rock's character: "There's no replacement for CVT small engine displacement." Turns on Eco mode.

LMAO! I'm kinda there now, except I never drove anything sporty before (rofl2)

 

[mangoconchile]

No real changes, although I think the mid-life cycle refresh will probably include a new engine, new transmission, LED front and rear turn signals, and illuminated door switches.

 

[Xeler8ing]

Surround camera, LED map lights / cargo lights, maybe individual climate controls for rear vents

 

[mazdafollower]

Surround camera, LED map lights / cargo lights, maybe individual climate controls for rear vents

Good thoughts. Now I get a strange feeling surround cams will be 17 owners' reason to regret. Just kidding, all 17 owners are my good friends. (lol2)

 

[Xeler8ing]

We already have side camera on top spec model here. So surround camera is next logical step

 

[mazdafollower]

We already have side camera on top spec model here. So surround camera is next logical step

Yes, Mazda Australis is always ahead of us, I love their ads too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SfA2bVvJ5E&feature=youtu.be

 

[Xeler8ing]

Yes, Mazda Australis is always ahead of us, I love their ads too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SfA2bVvJ5E&feature=youtu.be

Here is the new Mazda CX-5 advertisement from Australia:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7V5bBewJ5n0

Speaking of new features for 2018+ :

• Would be nice for memory function on the passenger seat.
• Full LCD screen displays for main dashboard
• Full moon-roof instead of just sunroof
• LED reversing lights

 

[xtrailman]

+1
I think a 2LT petrol is possible along with an hybrid.
Hybrid or full electric is the future.

Tesla shares have gone sky high despite not being profitable.

2.5 turbo from the CX-9!!! I can see it happening. The car up it's class a bit with the new interior and if it wants to bridge the gap between the premium brands, (BMW, MB, Audi, Etc) then it needs to offer a bit more power. As it is now, handling is superb for what the vehicle is, on par with the ultimate driving machines of BMW but it just doesn't have the same power. I'd really like to see Mazda become the smart persons BWM!

 

[Xeler8ing]

+1
I think a 2LT petrol is possible along with an hybrid.
Hybrid or full electric is the future.

Tesla shares have gone sky high despite not being profitable.

Well they do have an agreement with Toyota to get hybrid technology

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[damnitBobby]

I don't think Mazda will change anything at all for '18. Apple CarPlay/Android Auto is a possibility but that's about all I would expect.

BTW so would it be correct to assume '18 models will start hitting dealerships around August/September?

 

[Xeler8ing]

I don't think Mazda will change anything at all for '18. Apple CarPlay/Android Auto is a possibility but that's about all I would expect.

BTW so would it be correct to assume '18 models will start hitting dealerships around August/September?

2018 models might get very slight changes to appearance if none at all, minor equipment upgrades.

Post 2018 is when more changes might occur specially around generation 3.

 

[bigtex]

I think 18's will start when the diesel is released in the early fall and then Mazda will go back to spring release on the '19. We could have three new year models in one calendar year.

 

[Xeler8ing]

There is a hint that either 2018 or 2019 CX-5 might get the 2.5L turbo from the CX-9:

http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/42153EEBDEECAC91CA2580F4001143D1