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I am looking at the possibility of a 2017 or a 2015 (AWD but without sunroof, turbo or hybrid) as those seem to be highest rated without having the cylinder deactivation and i-stop functions. I've also been looking at a 2016 Toyota RAV 4 or 2013/14 Honda CRV. I found out that Skyactiv is not...

Hey All! New to CX5’s, shopping for my partners. We first looked at RAV4’s for her but the price difference and got a finish was pretty pronounced. We’re currently looking at this 2017 49k miles. Trying to stay around 21k USD or under. Open to suggestions. From my internet sleuthing I’ve...

Hey all I am interested in buying a Mazda5. I have been seeing a few of them for sale around at pretty affordable prices most have roughly 100K miles. I am seriously considering it, but I wanted to reach out and see what peoples experience is with these model years? Seems like a lot of issues...

Hello, I’m 22 and I’m looking at an 2003 Mazdaspeed Protege with 165k miles to upgrade from my 99 celica gt as a commuter to drive 6-70 miles a day to work. I know its high miles but I just love the car and I believe mazdas are very reliable. I’ve already had a look at it but not a drive, the...

I called the local Mazda dealer and they are asking $35 for a 2016 CX-5 Mazda air filter. A few years ago I bought it on Amazon when they were like $21. But not sure if these online places are authorized Mazda parts places. Now they are like $27 on Amazon now. On Ebay I find them for as low...

I own a 2015 Mazda 6 that does not tell me my tire pressures. It has an older style of TPMS that simply alerts you if one of your wheels are spinning faster than the others. I bought one of these: Fanttik X8 Apex Portable Air Pump & Tire Inflator Here in Canada, temperatures fluctuate...

Hey everyone, I’m planning on buying the CX-5 turbo model. Currently looking at a 2019 CX-5 signature 40k miles for $24950 and a 2021 CX-5 gtr 49k miles for $25500. I’m a bit uncertain on which one to go for. Particularly worried about the cylinder head issues on the turbo. Let me know what you...

Hello, I have a 2014 CX-5 that has had an internal coolant leak. I'm not sure from where, I have to refill the coolant reservoir every 400 miles. I did a block test that showed negative results, a shop did a coolant pressure test and held pressure, I had the oil analyzed and the results showed...

Hi, I'm new here. I'm interested to purchase a used/cpo CX9 CE and up. I've driven a rental CX90(I assume base trim) for over 1000 miles. I liked it, but I prefer the older model. I've heard that most of the 2.5T issues are fixed in 22 and 23. I only saw one engine issue in this forum for those...

I am looking to buy a 22-23 CX-5 Turbo, I have looked at dang near everything out there. I’m coming from a 2006 4Runner 4wd, and although I like the 4R, I’d like a little more luxury, speed and tech. The Turbo checks almost all boxes - affordable, quick, comfy, good tech, great design. What...

Looking to buy a 24-25 CX-5 to replace my 2010 Corolla. Just need some advice. I know that Mazda has had the cracked head issue with the 2.5NA engine. I believe it was due to the cylinder de-activation system. It looks like the 24-25 2.5NAs that I am seeing on auto trader don't have the...

I'm so sorry for asking about the cracked cylinder head issue, as I've seen it been asked repeatedly before. I read for hours and still don't really understand which years and VINs etc are affected. Blew my 07 Mazda 3 motor with 80k miles last week and really want to avoid any potential...

I have just heard that my new CX-60 Homura is on its way to the dealer (UK). Is there anything I should look out for or qustion when I pick it up? What else will the dealer try to sell me and what is worth having, or not? Grateful for any advice.

Hello! I'll get right down to it - I own a 2016 CX-5, Meteor Grey. Love it. <As seen on my profile> MODS: Tinted front windows to match rear LED Map Lights LED Blinkers, LP lights, backup lights RGB/Flood Light Bar mounted in bottom bumper BadLanz exhaust cutout (valve) (custom straight...

I have all the parts I will need for my summertime project of converting my Manual A/C to Dual Zone this summer on my 2014 Mazda 3 except the wiring Harness, Does anyone have a clue where I could find one online? Or at least the part #? Any help would be appreciated, So far, I have to replace...

Hey everyone, first post here! (attn) So, to say I'm upgrading is an understatement. I'm going from a 2005 vehicle that doesn't even have POWER WINDOWS, to the 2017 Mazda CX-5 GS, AWD. SO much excitement but also, feeling very anxious. There is just so much going through my mind about driving a...

Hey everyone! so its about that time where I finally let go my baby girl :( she broke down some years ago and I didn't have the funds to fix her at the moment. I really wanted to fix her because I loved the car so I never got rid of her. but the funds never came and she's been sitting every...

For more than a month now, the ABS and Traction Control lights have been coming on and off on my 2010 Mazda3 hatch. They might stay off for a week or so but then they will come back on again for several days. The car has just under 60k and is in very good condition. Today, I had the dealership...

Thanks for all the posts when I asked for help for myself (https://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123856274-Prospective-CX-5-owner-Which-model-year-trim-do-I-want). In the end, I decided to save some cash and bought a 2009 Vibe GT with 85k miles for $6k. It's not that I was ignoring your...

Hi Everyone, I was just in an accident yesterday where I was t-boned by another vehicle likely speeding/texting, causing my car to flip over (see attached photos). Thankfully, the other driver and I came away with just a few scratches. As my car is going through the insurance claims process...