Mazda CX-5 for sale in Kenya

First revealed in 2011, the Mazda CX-5 was meant to replace the Mazda Tribute and the CX7. It was put into production in 2012 for the 2013 model year, and it featured an all-new Skyactiv 4-cylinder petrol/diesel engine. Compared to the four-cylinder engines of its predecessors – the Tribute and CX-7, the CX-5’s initial Skyactiv 4-cylinder engines were up to 10 percent lighter and up to 15 percent more fuel efficient. In Mazda’s testing, the euro spec diesel model provided 19 kilometers to the liter at a cruising speed of 84 miles per hour. The CX-5’s Skyactiv engine came in three options: a 2.0-liter SkyActiv-G PE-VPS I4 engine, 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G PY-VPS I4 engine, and a 2.2 SkyActiv-D SH-VPTS I4 engine. The first two are petrol while the last one is a diesel alternative. These were mated to two transmission options; a 6-speed manual SkyActiv-MT and a six-speed automatic SkyActiv-automatic. The outage on the powertrain is 162 hp on the 2.0 liter, 147 hp for the 2.2-liter diesel, and 173 hp for the 2.5-liter petrol engine. For the entry-level, 2.2-liter diesel option, the fuel consumption using front-wheel drive was recorded at 4.5 liters per 100 kilometers. The figures show how much more powerful the 2.5-liter unit made the first-generation CX-5 in daily driving. It could sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a time of 7.2 seconds using the front-wheel-drive and in 7.9 seconds for the All-wheel-drive versions.

The trim style and the relatively light curb weight led to the assumption is that the crossover would be a bit small on the inside because it is one of the smaller dimensioned SUVs. The truth is it was comparable to others like the CRV and Ford Escape, which were larger models. The front seats are sporty, and there is a vertical dash, face, and large center console that have an integrated armrest. The standard tan cloth also helps to lighten the interior though it comes paired with some dash and trim accents. There is ample cargo space at 34.1 cubic feet, which is more when the rear seats are folded down. There is an availability of a 40/20/40 design that can carry skis and four people on board. Standard tech packages include a 5.8-inch color touch screen, Bluetooth connectivity, HD radio technology, and Pandora integration. All cars have push-button ignition and tilting adjustable steering wheels. There are three 12 V power outlets; two in the front and one in the cargo area. There are also audio auxiliary jack and USB connection ports. There are a few optional interior accessories such as Touring trim package, which includes Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, Smart City Brake Support, rain-sensing wipers, and Bi-xenon headlamps. The first generation CX-5 is a top safety alternative from the IIHS and attained a five-star rating from the NHTSA. Standard safety features onboard the CX-5 include advanced dual front, side, and curtain airbags as well as rollover protection, side-impact door beams, tire pressure monitoring system, dynamic stability control, rearview camera, E911 Auto Emergency Audio Menu Voice Command, hill launch assist, anti-lock braking, blind-spot monitoring, and smart city brake support systems.

The facelift on the CX-5 came very early at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show as a model for 2016. The first thing which is apparent with the new generation CX-5 is the new front grille. Even though it has a similar shape, it discarded the honeycomb pattern, so there would be four horizontal slats and a revised emblem from the brand. The headlamps were also redesigned for the integration of daytime running lights. The rest of the fascia was not changed though the side mirrors came with integrated indicator lights. For the rear, the changes are almost unnoticeable. All Mazda did was to apply a new LED signature to the taillights. The Signature is an option, so particular CX-5s are going to look different from the back. The final alteration from the second generation was the addition of two new colors, including Titanium flash mica and Sonic silver metallic. Like the first generation, the new CX-5 also had three engine options. These were the 2.0 L SkyActiv-G PE-VPS I4, 2.5 L SkyActiv-G PY-VPS I4, and the 2.2 L SkyActiv-D SH-VPTS I4 alternatives.

Similarly, the first two were petrol while the third is a diesel engine. Both the 2.0 and 2.5-liter options returned with the same output figures. The transmission is a 6-speed SkyActive-Drive Automatic, and it is the sole option for this generation. For the interior, Mazda opted to improve the fit and finish for the second generation. That includes the use of more upscale materials and making sure the panels fit cleanly together. One of the notable improvements could be seen from the leather surrounding the touchscreen. Mazda has also seemed to rework the seats, so there is added comfort. They increased soundproofing abilities to reduce road noise as well. The most significant change though to the cabin would be the front seating. The center console and the center stack seem to have been revised intensely. There are no buttons for the audio system, and the HVAC instrumentation was capped at two knobs instead of three. It now has a knob positioned on the center console, which is there to control the connectivity system.

The current generation Mazda CX-5 crossover provides customers with two options of turbocharged engines. The first is the notable 2.5-liter gasoline turbocharged engine. The second would be the 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine. The new 2.2-liter diesel engine generates 168 hp and 290 pounds per feet of torque. The 2.5-liter petrol engine increased the outage to 227 hp and 310 pounds per feet of torque. Both engine alternatives reach peak torque at only 2000 RPM. The petrol engine is the stronger of the two on paper. Contrary to popular beliefs, diesel engines with the same power as petrol engines produce much more carbon emissions. For the CX-5, the lower-powered diesel engine seems to be the same as the petrol engine in terms of emission. The former produces 365 grams per mile while the petrol engine does 370. However, carbon dioxide is not the end of the discussion. The two engines use an identical amount of fuel per km. That debunks the imaginary efficiency that diesel is supposed to have. On paper, the diesel engine does have some advantages, whereby the petrol turbo engine does 10.2 kilometers to the liter while the turbo diesel returns 11.9 kilometers to the liter. The difference in practical tests may be much less. When it comes to power tests, there is yet to be one that compares the diesel to the gas turbo engines for the CX-5. The signature trim, though, is recorded to do 0 to 60 within a time of 6.4 seconds.

The new generation Kodo design updated from the 2017 redesign is refreshing. There are a dramatic upright nose and large grille, which is underscored by a full-width smile of chrome trim, which then ties in the standard LED headlights. Shapely sculpting of the lift-gates and the sides work in a minimalist way without any extra decoration. The top three levels also get 19-inch wheels with smoky rims for the Signature model. Interior elements within the CX-5 are above average when it comes to market quality. The Nappa leather and wood accents bring authenticity and a unique feel. There are satin finishing elements and a quality headliner with wrapped pillars and some bits of piano black. The display now has traffic sign recognition, adequately ventilated leather seating for the front and back, as well as a heated steering wheel. Drivers are now able to enjoy a 360-degree view because of a new exterior camera system while the cabin comes available with LED ambient lighting. The Signature mixes black with some dark brown leather, which is almost black in some lighting and decidedly brown in others. It was the right variation to relieve the all-black monotony though the lighter alternative in other trims opens up the cabin. Each of the trim levels comes with good design and materials which seem to provide something extra. The soundproofed nature of the cabin also adds to the sense of quality.

The front seating is very comfortable as well and well-bolstered for the sake of lateral support. Quality does not reduce in the rear due to padded armrests and soft-touch finishing to the doors. Legroom and headroom are enough for 6-foot passengers. Elegance and refinement are some of the key features of the new CX-5. Both of these can be seen within the cabin, which offers three rows of seating. It also features accommodation for up to seven passengers. Interior spacing is above average with a large under dash device tray, a covered center console bin, and a large glove compartment. The cargo spacing is adequate at 30.9 cubic feet of space behind the backseat and 59.6 cubic feet of space when the rear backrests are folded down. The flexibility is also significant considering a 40/20/40 split. There is a power lift-gate as well through hands-free operation is not available.

The CX-5 is quite savvy. It has a centrally located 7-inch touch screen which hosts compatibility for Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto so users will have the ability to stream all the essential premium sound system. The car also has Active Driving Display with traffic sign recognition, heated steering wheel, and heated rear seating. Some of the other tech features include Mazda connect infotainment system, Bluetooth capability, Pandora internet radio, advanced blind-spot monitoring systems, rear cross-traffic alerts, smart city brake support, HD radio, and a rearview camera. There is a pair of USB ports as well in the front and rear. The front pair is in the storage bin at the back of the center console. The backseat pair is in a mini-console, which is built into the fold-down center armrest. The available head-up display is bright and rather sharp, including cruise control, navigation, and speed limit.

The CX-5 comes along with high-level safety courtesy of the suite of i-ACTIVSENSE®. They include safety packages like Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Adaptive front lighting, lane departure warning with Lane Keep Assist, smart brake support, advanced smart brake support with pedestrian detection, hill launch assist, high beam control and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic. Blind-spot monitoring features detect vehicles and objects using the blind spot of the car while the rear cross-traffic alert detects the vehicles that are approaching while the CX-5 is backing up. If there is a car coming up, then the CX-5 alerts the driver using a warning light and a chime. The Mazda cruise control with stop & go also makes the car maintains a following distance from the vehicle in front. The CX-5 can then slow or stop as needed, considering if the vehicle in-front reduces the speed or comes to a full stop. There is an adaptive front lighting system as well, which improves the visibility when driving around corners at night with LED headlights slightly rotating in the direction of the driver’s turn. There is a lane departure warning system as well, which emits audio and visual alerts if they detect unintentional veering from a lane. The lane keeps assist then makes the steering corrections and helps the driver to move back into their assigned lane.