Lovin my new CX5

[Q-Bug]

I just purchased a 2015 CX5 GT w/tech a few weeks ago. My wife and I love it and keep finding reasons to go for drives.

Only have 1 question so far. How are these for winter driving? I'm in Canada and we do get a fair amount of snow in my area. I plan to leave the all-seasons on year round.

 

[cybercruiser]

I'm wondering the same thing. I came from a Honda Civic with Goodyear Assurance ComfortTreads that had no problems getting around in pretty much anything. I also have ComfortTreads on my 2015 CX-5 Touring(FWD). I figure with a tad more ground clearance and slightly larger tires should only be better. I don't know that my Civic had any kind of traction control, it might have. I know the CX-5 does, again, should only be better.

 

[Maineiac]

Having moved from Maine to Texas I no longer have to worry about such mundane issues. Judging from the number of Canadians on the list I have to guess that the CX-5 is an acceptable winter car-although there is a new TSB about not starting below -4 F. As with any vehicle in the northland good snow tires during the winter are a must.

 

[minnesotaart]

It only took one drive in the snow last winter to convince me I needed Winter tires. I bought Blizzak DM-V1's and never looked back. Night & day difference.

 

[Beefy]

Only have 1 question so far. How are these for winter driving? I'm in Canada and we do get a fair amount of snow in my area. I plan to leave the all-seasons on year round.

I was in Halifax for four years, then moved to Winnipeg and bought the CX-5. You should ABSOLUTELY get snow tires, regardless of vehicle, in Canada. Don't believe me? Watch some videos......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elP_34ltdWI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlYEMH10Z4s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGfvyPtYR0Y

 

[fdew]

I plan to leave the all-seasons on year round.

Its a new car and a very nice new car. I assume you want to enjoy it this winter, and keep the shinny side up. Start looking around now for some used 17 in Mazda wheels. (They don't need to be from the CX-5) and buy 4 new Hakkapeliitta 225/65R17

Think about this. RWD FWD AWD full time AWD it doesn't matter when you are stopping It brakes just like any other car. Do you want your tires to stop you or the new sheet metal?

 

[Chris_Top_Her]

Yes, coilovers and springs are available.

 

[hersh]

I have driven the CX5 in 2 Canadian winters with snow tires and my friend has driven his without the snow tires. Though he drove without issues most of the times but this year he will be getting the winter tires.

That being said the CX5 is very composed when driving in snow. Never even once did I get stuck or had the feeling that I might. You won't regret your purchase (CX5) and winter tires in the beautiful Canadian winters.

 

[Q-Bug]

Ok, so snow tires it is then. Probably for the better anyway. It was the salesman who said I'd likely not need them as his wife drives one and they didn't get snow tires for theirs and haven't had any issues.

Anyway, enjoying the site and just thought I'd say hello.

 

[Skorpio]

Anyway, enjoying the site and just thought I'd say hello.

(hi) and welcome! [emoji3]

 

[SirWanker]

Ok, so snow tires it is then. Probably for the better anyway. It was the salesman who said I'd likely not need them as his wife drives one and they didn't get snow tires for theirs and haven't had any issues.

This may be true while the all-seasons are relatively new. As the tires get older, the combination of increased treadwear & rubber hardening will certainly affect the tyres' winter performance.
That being said, get a dedicated set of winters.

 

[Beefy]

Ok, so snow tires it is then. Probably for the better anyway. It was the salesman who said I'd likely not need them as his wife drives one and they didn't get snow tires for theirs and haven't had any issues.

Not having 'issues' is quite different from proper handling in an emergency scenario. Glad you decided not to take his advice!

 

[MikeM.]

Not having 'issues' is quite different from proper handling in an emergency scenario. Glad you decided not to take his advice!

I agree. The CX-5 is excellent on snow and ice (both FWD and AWD relative to other vehicles in the same drive configuration) but there is not a single car that doesn't benefit hugely from winter tires. People who think ANY AWD eliminates the need for winter tires lack either experience or good judgment.