HUD: Is it worth it?

Meh. I'm awaiting the next upgrade.. a CHUD.

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So what's the tally so far...

(5) 2016 owners and Mango vote no it's not worth it. Surprise.

All 2017 owners and one 2016.5 owner who has driven with it vote Yes it's worth it.
 
So what's the tally so far...

(5) 2016 owners and Mango vote no it's not worth it. Surprise.

All 2017 owners and one 2016.5 owner who has driven with it vote Yes it's worth it.

Why NOT get it? It's what, ten bucks a month? Jeez.
 
So what's the tally so far...

(5) 2016 owners and Mango vote no it's not worth it. Surprise.

All 2017 owners and one 2016.5 owner who has driven with it vote Yes it's worth it.

But, I would still have it if I bought the 17 because I want the other features the $1800 pkg includes. That's why I ask with no response, does a $500 system like Navdy work just as well because if so, then that is a much cheaper and viable option for the OP, considering that's all he wants. Btw, I've driven with it in the 17, and on numerous other occasions long before a cx-5 even existed...
 
If you care about these features, get it. I did


2-position memory driver's seat
6-way power adjustable passenger seat
Active Driving Display with Traffic Sign Recognition (HUD)
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel
Windshield wiper de-icer

So roughly $300 per item as an average, which seems ok I guess. I don't really need any of the winter stuff that often but maybe someday I'll fire up that heated steering wheel.
 
I've said this before, try using hindsight now. Get HUD now so you don't regret not having it later. The extra amount is not that great really.

As someone who didn't want the Package for the GT, in hindsight, I would have seriously regretted it. The only thing I wanted in this package was the passenger adjustable seats (which is shocking that it's an add-on). However as it now looks like I'll be moving from Atlanta to New England, I'm very glad I have the other options in the package.

All rambling aside, I didn't think I'd like the HUD. I still have some issues with it, but on a long trip, or a trip into the city, having GPS/Speedo visible without looking away is huge. Don't underestimate that. I'd highly recommend you try it out, and make sure to get some highway time with it.

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If the only feature you are interested in is the HUD, can always get this http://www.bestbuy.com/site/navdy-portable-head-up-display-device/5715610.p?skuId=5715610. Looks pretty cool. Surprisingly has very good reviews. Still integrated HUD would be better I would assume.

Having seen that in person, it's terrible. It sticks out a lot and looks cheap.
 
Having seen that in person, it's terrible. It sticks out a lot and looks cheap.

Yeah I see what you mean. Just watched some videos on youtube. Then again, the cx5 still has that huge hump on the dash from the HUD. But at least its stock and flows.
 
As someone who didn't want the Package for the GT, in hindsight, I would have seriously regretted it. The only thing I wanted in this package was the passenger adjustable seats (which is shocking that it's an add-on). However as it now looks like I'll be moving from Atlanta to New England, I'm very glad I have the other options in the package.

All rambling aside, I didn't think I'd like the HUD. I still have some issues with it, but on a long trip, or a trip into the city, having GPS/Speedo visible without looking away is huge. Don't underestimate that. I'd highly recommend you try it out, and make sure to get some highway time with it.

Good to hear :)
 
So roughly $300 per item as an average, which seems ok I guess. I don't really need any of the winter stuff that often but maybe someday I'll fire up that heated steering wheel.
Definitely worth it for me as I need so the items in the package.

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No. LED、HID/Xenon headlights or even the AFS、ALH are safety related features for night driving which help you to see things much better. But HUD has not much to help you on the safety side. We're not flying a jet fighter where the HUD originally is designed for.

Of course I hope the windshield for Mazda's Active Driving Display doesn't have the special coating like BMW's which may cost you $2,100 for replacement!

However, we'd still (unwillingly) pay additional $1,800 MSRP for the GT Premium Package only because it has memory seat which is the only feature we want from the package!

You again....we get it....

Just say you can't afford it and be done with it....it's like what 12$ a month? [emoji849]


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Definitely worth it for me as I need so the items in the package.

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And that's what Mazda are looking at - people wanting the items and willing to pay for it unfortunately (should be standard)
 
That's as my kids would say, "ghetto"


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That's okay, you don't have to like it. I agree, its not the most appealing setup but it is what it is. I applaud them for trying and taking a dip into that sector. Next generation should only get smaller.
 
That's okay, you don't have to like it. I agree, its not the most appealing setup but it is what it is. I applaud them for trying and taking a dip into that sector. Next generation should only get smaller.

Smaller? I think that this is just the start

Google "augmented reality"

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So what's the tally so far...

(5) 2016 owners and Mango vote no it's not worth it. Surprise.

All 2017 owners and one 2016.5 owner who has driven with it vote Yes it's worth it.

Pretty close to how many discussions of the 2017 have gone so far.
 

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