Mazda teasing all new 2026 CX-5!

[jadmt]

This is also how I think of them.

A Suburban is an SUV.

A CX-5 is a CUV.

I agree, to me a cx5=CUV no way is it an SUV.

 

[Lazy2.5]

@Lazy2.5 I do not see much difference between crossovers like the CX-5 and Euro touring wagons like the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes, and Volvo wagons. I own a BMW 5 Series wagon and love it but my CX-5 is way more reliable. Both are capable in winter driving with appropriate tires but the rear drive car absolutely needs snow tires in winter conditions to be safe. My BMW is an older model with a true limited slip rear diff. It is great fun to drive in snow when equipped with good snow tires. FWIW, I also own a 2003 BMW 540i M Sport sedan with 6 spd manual. I don't own a modern sedan but also don't feel the need with my E39 still going strong. If I wanted a modern sedan, I would look at a rear wheel drive Lexus GS model. Shame that Mazda discontinued the 6 Series. It was a great sedan.

I had a 2011 528i F10 N52 RWD years ago. It performed well in the snow (With winter tires.) I preferred it to FWD without question.

I couldn't be happier with my Mazda 6. I am not interested in new cars that are bombarded with electronics and unnecessary touch screen controls.

 

[sm1ke]

Touchscreen for HVAC and menu navigation would be a potential dealbreaker for me too. The rest of the car would need to be near perfect for me to overlook that.

 

[Lazy2.5]

Touchscreen for HVAC and menu navigation would be a potential dealbreaker for me too. The rest of the car would need to be near perfect for me to overlook that.

There's no overlooking it, in my opinion. I want a car that's analog where it counts. I'm fine with a big touchscreen, but if the important and regularly used things such as gauges and HVAC controls are digital, I'm buying an older car.

It's not just about the analogy tactility of the gauges and dials you interact with regularly, but reliability. less electronics = more.

today's approach to vehicle marketing and the average consumers preferences is simply a lost cause.

 

[Lazy2.5]

Gone are the days when Mazda made all black interiors to keep your eyes focused on the road, with simple buttons for the essentials, and a touch screen that was so crappy, you didn't dare have to use it for anything important, so it was hidden inside the dash and away from obvious sight.

Mazda isn't alone. Look at how BMW has progressed from building reliable, driver focused, simple sedans to heavy, complicated, luxurious SUV nonsense at the turn of the century. It's devastating to see a car brand turn on the same very values that built it from the ground up, just to survive.

 

[chickdr]

Gone are the days when Mazda made all black interiors to keep your eyes focused on the road, with simple buttons for the essentials, and a touch screen that was so crappy, you didn't dare have to use it for anything important, so it was hidden inside the dash and away from obvious sight.

Mazda isn't alone. Look at how BMW has progressed from building reliable, driver focused, simple sedans to heavy, complicated, luxurious SUV nonsense at the turn of the century. It's devastating to see a car brand turn on the same very values that built it from the ground up, just to survive.

Totally agree with the ridiculous progression of electronics in todays cars. I will say Mazda still makes a mostly black interior in its current cars. Here is a CX-90 in black... Still looks very similar to the CX-5. My hope is the new CX-5 doesn't have the full touchscreen controls as has been suggested.

 

[ch3no2]

Well, I guess I am a wierdo. Love my '23 Turbo Sig, just shy of 2,000 miles on it now. This Japanese vehicle is spoiled as hell! Every time we go out she gets a touchless wash and the fuel topped off with 93.

I will not buy an EV, nor a Hybrid. Honda and Toyota sedans and CUV's only come in hybrids at the top trim level. I hope Mazda does not follow this path as I am tired of my crap-ass Chevy truck I drive for 3 seasons and am looking to replace it.

I understand others have different opinions, not looking to debate them. We are here because we love the CX-5, and I do.

 

[gazelle]

Mazda has always been willing to be compared to cars like X3 and Q4.
That's achievable when top tier CX5 0-60 is on par with base X3/Q4 (at least on paper.)
But if Turbo's gone they can forget about being "comparable".

On the other hand I'm not sure if an average CX5 consumer knows what 0-60 is, so that may be justified from marketing perspective.

 

[DG_1234]

I agree, to me a cx5=CUV no way is it an SUV.

Mazda considers the CX-5 to be a compact SUV.
The shorter height models such as CX3 and CX30 Mazda defines as crossover vehicles (a cross between a sedan and an SUV).

 

[jadmt]

Mazda considers the CX-5 to be a compact SUV.
The shorter height models such as CX3 and CX30 Mazda defines as crossover vehicles (a cross between a sedan and an SUV).

don't tell Mazda.....they call it a Cross over SUV on their USA website....which makes it a CUV according to Google...

2025 Mazda CX-5 Crossover SUV | Mazda USA

Transcend the ordinary with the redesigned 2024 Mazda CX-5 Crossover SUV, with sophisticated signature designs, 2.5 turbo engine, and i-Activ AWD.

www.mazdausa.com

Google Search

 

[chickdr]

don't tell Mazda.....they call it a Cross over SUV on their USA website....which makes it a CUV according to Google...

2025 Mazda CX-5 Crossover SUV | Mazda USA

Transcend the ordinary with the redesigned 2024 Mazda CX-5 Crossover SUV, with sophisticated signature designs, 2.5 turbo engine, and i-Activ AWD.

www.mazdausa.com

Google Search

The wording you can see in the link is interesting. "the redesigned 2024 Mazda CX-5" How is it any different from the 22 and 23 models in design?

 

[leeharvey418]

How is it any different from the 22 and 23 models in design?

Because Mazda's Marketing department says so.

 

[hoodlum]

Another dealer comment from the US North-East on Reddit.

Visited a Mazda dealer this past weekend in the north-east and discussed the upcoming 2026 CX-5 where the sales person mentioned their rep came in a few days ago and mentioned that for the US market (not sure if he said it applies to Canada too) may get CX-5 in late Q1, maybe even Q2 of 2026, and not Q4 of this year. Perhaps related, he said is Mazda is considering manufacturing the new CX-5 at the MTM (Mazda Toyota Manuf) plant in Alabama with the CX-50 for US market. Retooling and training any new vehicle takes time and perhaps why the delay? We both wondered if it's to avoid US tariffs or just to expand MTM's offering beyond the CX-50 & CX-50 Hybrid that Mazda produces there.

 

[N7turbo]

Tariffs would certainly be the reason, especially with today's announcement. But as a global vehicle, it would just be those intended for the NA market. I'm sure Hiroshima will continue being the main factory. It sucks for Mazda having to navigate this mess.

 

[Buzzman12]

I want a car that's analog where it counts. I'm fine with a big touchscreen, but if the important and regularly used things such as gauges and HVAC controls are digital, I'm buying an older car.

It's not just about the analogy tactility of the gauges and dials you interact with regularly, but reliability. less electronics = more.

Could not agree more.
I loved my 2017 Mazda 6 GT, and drove it for 6 years. A simple info screen with the commander knob was all it needed.
I sold it 2 years ago, and bought a 2023 Kia Stinger. I cannot think of anything I dislike in this car.
It has a screen on the dash and a good modern up to date info system, like most cars.
You can set up the car pretty much anyway you like, and then just leave it alone.
All the necessary daily use adjustments and systems are still via physical knobs and switches.
HVAC is all buttons and switches, as are things like heated and cooled seat controls, as well as basic radio commands. I rarely if ever have to go to the screen for anything while I am driving.
Kia didn't fall into the giant screen trap with this car, and I am grateful for that.
AS much as I liked my Mazda, the Stinger is a superior vehicle in pretty much every way.

 

[N7turbo]

Could not agree more.
I loved my 2017 Mazda 6 GT, and drove it for 6 years. A simple info screen with the commander knob was all it needed.
I sold it 2 years ago, and bought a 2023 Kia Stinger. I cannot think of anything I dislike in this car.
It has a screen on the dash and a good modern up to date info system, like most cars.
You can set up the car pretty much anyway you like, and then just leave it alone.
All the necessary daily use adjustments and systems are still via physical knobs and switches.
HVAC is all buttons and switches, as are things like heated and cooled seat controls, as well as basic radio commands. I rarely if ever have to go to the screen for anything while I am driving.
Kia didn't fall into the giant screen trap with this car, and I am grateful for that.
AS much as I liked my Mazda, the Stinger is a superior vehicle in pretty much every way.

Your Stinger interior is more like a current Mazda. New Kias though are nearly all screen. I'm sure if they continue the Stinger and update it, it will go that way.

 

[gazelle]

these guys knew exactly how it would look like back in Feb

2026 Mazda CX-5 Hybrid: Everything We Know | Carscoops

The next-generation CX-5 will stick to a traditional formula with a hybrid twist, and we've got the scoop on it

www.carscoops.com

 

[Lazy2.5]

Could not agree more.
I loved my 2017 Mazda 6 GT, and drove it for 6 years. A simple info screen with the commander knob was all it needed.
I sold it 2 years ago, and bought a 2023 Kia Stinger. I cannot think of anything I dislike in this car.
It has a screen on the dash and a good modern up to date info system, like most cars.
You can set up the car pretty much anyway you like, and then just leave it alone.
All the necessary daily use adjustments and systems are still via physical knobs and switches.
HVAC is all buttons and switches, as are things like heated and cooled seat controls, as well as basic radio commands. I rarely if ever have to go to the screen for anything while I am driving.
Kia didn't fall into the giant screen trap with this car, and I am grateful for that.
AS much as I liked my Mazda, the Stinger is a superior vehicle in pretty much every way.

I can't say that any KIA is superior to the Skyactiv Mazda's when it comes to reliability.

 

[hoodlum]

Tariffs would certainly be the reason, especially with today's announcement. But as a global vehicle, it would just be those intended for the NA market. I'm sure Hiroshima will continue being the main factory. It sucks for Mazda having to navigate this mess.

There was another comment on Reddit from a Canadian dealer that mentioned first deliveries are expected in February. So this lines up with Europe getting it first. Canada receiving their allocation before the US also makes sense due to the Tariff situation and also since Canada no longer gets the CX-50 from Alabama plant. Mazda Canada is more reliant on the CX-5 now.

 

[chickdr]

If they build the US market CX-5 here, rather than in Japan, it will make me think again about buying one. Much prefer my Japanese cars to be built in Japan. I made an exception with my 20 Frontier, but it's a pretty basic vehicle...