I still think overall that Mazda took a step back in design with the 17 CX5. All previous years of it, it was unanimous that that CX5 was a looker when it came to CUVs. Not so unanimous anymore. It's a shame too. They improved so much in the 17 it seems but the exterior just doesn't have the presence that all the other years had.
The original CX-5 is a nice looking vehicle that may appeal to a younger demographic, much like the Nissan Xterra. I think Mazda is expanding the appeal to a broader demographic spectrum and the evolution of the body shows it.
DESPISE the chrome on the front. TOO MUCH. Although if I did get the 17 I might consider something like this dude did with his 6:
http://imgur.com/W7fMl1I
I agree to your first point about the CX5 being attractive the younger demographic. I think that just stems from its sporty exterior and when compared to pretty much every other CUV, it's not even close.
As for the 17 CX5, they did everything right except the exterior. That front end, I think they just tried to do too much. Its like sticking out and looks obnoxious. Give me the 16 design with a little subtle tweaks, interior and features of the 17, and that is a perfect CX5 imo.
I think everyone has their own opinion. Personally, I much prefer the front end of the 2017 to the older version. Much sleeker and aggressive looking.
Increasing chrome around a car does not give it elegance imo. But hey as long as the owner likes it, that's all that matters. I still have to check it out in person and maybe that'll change my opinion.I've had two "old" CX-5s and have the 17 on the way. I like the evolution towards elegance.
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I really need to see it in person but as of now. More aggressive, yeah. Sleeker, eh. But like you said, everyone has an opinion. I'm just glad they're really starting to refine the vehicle as a whole.I think everyone has their own opinion. Personally, I much prefer the front end of the 2017 to the older version. Much sleeker and aggressive looking.
I really need to see it in person but as of now. More aggressive, yeah. Sleeker, eh. But like you said, everyone has an opinion. I'm just glad they're really starting to refine the vehicle as a whole.
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I think everyone has their own opinion. Personally, I much prefer the front end of the 2017 to the older version. Much sleeker and aggressive looking.
Personally I thought the old version was the most attractive car in it's class and then '17 takes that to a whole other level. I think the front fascia is gorgeous.
My EXACT thoughts...Here in Japan, I'm seeing a sharp increase in 2017 CX-5 sightings...It almost seems like everyone traded in their previous gen CX-5 for the new one!