Mods I am planning, input please.

[Nessmuk]

I don't have the vehicle yet, but am figuring what I am planning for it. I can use help with opinions, sources, and so on.

Rain visors, doors and sunroof.
Bug deflector.
Paint the door handles and mirrors black.
Lift kit to make it easier to get in and out, Plus the roads are rough here, as is my driveway.
Infotainment screen protector.
Film on the headlights.
Canvas, khaki seat covers.
Buy a cheap dash mat and hit up a friend to make a khaki one.
Spare wheels with winter tires.
Rear bumper protector like I saw here, goes over the edge
I don't know what it has for floor mats and a cargo protector, so maybe those.
Dash cam, with side cameras, rear view camera, and back up camera. I have one that replaces the rear view mirror.
Possibly a Pedal Commander.
70% windshield tint.
I'm going to skip the skid plate, it seems it would hold salty slush and make rinsing underneath hard.
Seat gap fillers.
Phone holder.
Tray behind the info screen.
Door edge protectors.
I'd like a roof rack with a metal cargo basket on it. It would be a good place for a full size spare. It would look good too.

I'm sure I forgot a few things.

 

[Nessmuk]

 

[N7turbo]

Unless you're really tall, you don't need a lift kit just to get in and out. It's the perfect height already for that. It isn't a Miata.

Floor mats: I have the 3D Kagu mats in the CX-5 and Tuxmats in the Miata. The Tuxmats are more plush and the 3D more...rugged? Not sure how I'd describe them. Both are the top brands. If I had known I could get ahold of the Mazda Canada version of the 3D mats I would have gotten those. It's just a different look.

I think if you tint the windows with quality ceramic film, you won't need a dash mat. The ceramic tints reduce spot-heating so you are left with residual heat accumulation that you can't avoid.

I have not seen anyone put a tire on the roof and I wouldn't recommend it. I would just use the space under the cargo area.

 

[Nessmuk]

Will a full size spare fit there?

 

[leeharvey418]

Will a full size spare fit there?

How much cargo space are you willing to sacrifice?

 

[GFrosty]

70% windshield tint.

I have the 3M Ceramic IR tint all around, on my own CX-5. Very effective for cutting glare, greatly reduces interior cabin heat, and cuts 95% of IR intrution (which can damage interior surfaces). Good stuff.

Side windows, liftgate window, moonroof glass, windshield. There's a suitable Ceramic IR (VLT) for all of these.

https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/b5005118130/

 

[N7turbo]

I have done a lot of research on ceramic tint. If you can find an installer of XPEL in your area, that should be your first choice, with probably Global or Llumar second. While 3M is a reputable company, my research shows they aren't the best option for tint. I'm not saying you can't get good results with it, but installers that have worked with several kinds tend to not like the stuff.

 

[Point37]

below is what i have bought for my '25 preferred...the only thing i would change is the trunk tray...would like it to be a little heavier duty and grippier...wanted rain visors but they create too much road noise so i didn't bother...interested to see what you choose for a dash cam setup...for the phone holder and tray behind the screen, they make combo units that have the phone holder mounted to the side of the tray on amazon...good luck and post photos please

-phone holder...frankensteined 2 different ones together...car mount https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned) + phone cradle https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-infotainment screen protector... https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-hood struts https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-all weather floor mats and cargo tray (upper position)..."https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)" & "Husky Liners Weatherbeater Cargo Liner | Husky Liners"
-arm rest cover (that boosts height?) (i believe it is soft and not hard plastic but not positive) because dogs... https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-mud flaps... "https://www.mymazdapart.com/accessories/Mazda_2025_CX-5/Exterior-Protection.html"
-seat covers for passenger seat and rear seat because dogs & a kid... https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned) & https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-silicone key covers https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-seat back protection https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)
-fumoto quick drain oil plug https://www.fumotousa.com/cars-pickups-mazda-2024-cx-5-2-5l-l4
-lower grill guards https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)