SapphireHearts
Member
- :
- 2013 Mazda Cx5 Touring - Moonroof/Bose/Tech
Good spot to post pictures of your lowered CX-5. Can this be stickied???
Answer: 1) CX-5 has better interior space utilization and rear seat legroom than 3.Why would someone lower a CX-5? Probably smarter to just get a 3 instead (shrug)
Why would someone lower a CX-5? Probably smarter to just get a 3 instead (shrug)
Thanks guys. I just happened to park my CX5 next to a M3 and it's like they're twins, only the clearance is different. so it's hard to see why anybody would get a CX5 just to lower it. Also forgot there's a 2wd version of my car.
If I might add to the OP, maybe post mpg along with pix. does lowering improve airflow enough to notice.
I also would lower a cx5, to improve appearance and handling. We need something bigger than our current Mazda3 hatch.
Why CX5? Because the rear legroom and other cargo capacity of the 3 is not enough, yet Mazda USA refuses to give us the sexy new Mazda6 wagon. Therefore: CX5.Why would someone lower a CX-5? Probably smarter to just get a 3 instead
Why Lower it? Because wheelgap looks bad, lower = slightly better aerodynamics, and also I don't need all that ground clearance.
kkAnswer: 1) CX-5 has better interior space utilization and rear seat legroom than 3.
2) 3 is a dated chassis, scheduled for replacement with a full SkyActiv design later this year
3) CX-5 design (especialy 2WD version) literally begs for less air space above wheels.
That said, after thorough deliberation, I have decided to forego use of H&R springs because of potential tire wear issues and ride quality degradation.
PS: Not everyone needs or wants 8+" of ground clearance!