The 2024 Mazda CX-5 continues to win over customers and critics alike. Its compact size makes it easy to get around crowded urban settings, and its upscale interior rivals some premium European luxury brands. But the CX-5’s calling card is its sporty ride and handling, a recipe Mazda does better than any other competitor in the affordable compact SUV segment.
Mazda also loves choice, which might explain the eight different CX-5 trims, including three turbocharged variants.
While we love almost every aspect of the CX-5, it’s nowhere near as roomy as a Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V, or Toyota RAV4. The latter two also offer a hybrid engine option unavailable on the CX-5.
On the plus side, every CX-5 comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD).
A 187-horsepower 2.5-liter SkyActiv engine is standard on the Select, Preferred, Carbon Edition, Premium, and Premium Plus.
The Carbon Turbo, Turbo Premium, and Turbo Signature get a 256-horsepower turbocharged 2.5-liter engine that uses 93-octane premium fuel. Regular 87-octane won’t hurt these models, but the hp drops to 227, and peak torque is reduced by 10 lb-ft.
Prices provided are current at the time of publishing.
What’s New:
For 2024, Mazda reshuffles the trim line, dropping the base S and Turbo S and adding the Carbon Turbo and Turbo Premium. New wheels and features for Premium, Premium Plus, and Carbon Turbo accompany a new grille design on the Turbo Signature.
A reshuffling of features removes the Bose audio system from the Preferred trim, while the Turbo Premium gets Traffic Jam Assist. The CX-5 touchscreen gets expanded capability when using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which is now wireless on the Premium Plus and higher trims.
Improvements to the steering, suspension settings, and fuel economy complete the 2024 CX-5’s upgrades.
Our Recommendation:
If performance isn’t at the top of your shopping list, we’d go with the 2.5 S Preferred. It comes nicely equipped with a price of just over $30,500. If you need things like heated side mirrors and a Bose stereo, you’ll have to move to at least the Premium Plus trim or go big and enjoy the power of the 2.5 Turbo Signature.
CX-5 2.5 S Select
Starting at $29,300 | See listings
- 2.5-liter engine with 187 horsepower
- Adaptive cruise control
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Advanced Key keyless entry
- 6-way power driver’s seat
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 10.25-inch touchscreen
- AWD
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CX-5 2.5 S Preferred
Starting at $30,650 | See listings
- Power moonroof
- Power liftgate
- Leather upholstery
- 8-way power driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar
- Driver’s seat memory
- 6-way power passenger seat
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CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition
Starting at $31,950 | See listings
- Polymetal Gray paint
- 19-inch black alloy wheels
- Bose audio
- Black instrument panel
- Red stitching
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CX-5 2.5 S Premium
Starting at $33,900 | See listings
- Heated side mirrors
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Mazda Intelligent Drive Direct modes
- 7-inch multi-information display
- Steering wheel paddle shifters
- SiriusXM satellite radio
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CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus
Starting at $36,500 | See listings
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Ventilated front seats
- Head-up display
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
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CX-5 2.5 Carbon Turbo
Starting at $37,000 | See listings
- Turbo 2.5-liter engine with up to 256 hp
- Gloss black wheel arches
- Gloss black rocker moldings
- Terracotta leather upholstery
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CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium
Starting at $37,800 | See listings
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Bose audio
- Head-up display
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CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature
Starting at $40,600 | See listings
- Ambient interior lighting
- Caturra Brown Nappa leather upholstery
- Real wood trim
- LED interior illumination
- Mazda navigation
- 360-degree monitor
- Rear automatic braking
- Front and rear parking sensors
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2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select: $29,300
The entry-level 2.5 S Select is a remarkably well-equipped small SUV. If you don’t need many power accessories or booming audio, this trim will likely work just fine.
Starting with standard driver-assist systems, the Select includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic detection, lane-keeping assist, and lane-departure warning.
Also standard is Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go feature, automatic high-beam headlights, a tire-pressure monitoring system, and a rearview camera.
The Select rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and features such high-tech items as auto-leveling LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and Mazda’s Advanced Keyless Entry comes standard, allowing access to a locked vehicle by simply touching the door handle.
Dual exhaust outlets with a bright finish, a rear roof spoiler, side-mirror-integrated turn signals, and deep-tinted rear privacy glass complete the look.
The Select’s cabin impresses with convincing faux leather upholstery, a 6-way power driver’s seat with manual lumbar support, 3-level heated front seats, one-touch up/down power windows, and dual-zone automatic climate controls with rear seat air vents.
Other conveniences include a leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel, 40/20/40 reclining rear seats with a center armrest, and push-button ignition.
The Mazda infotainment philosophy differs from most, using a console-mounted rotary controller to operate most functions. You can also control some functions via buttons on the steering wheel or by using voice commands.
A 10.25-inch screen sits atop the dash directly in the driver’s line of sight. It allows limited touchscreen operation when using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, the screen sits so far back that it’s quite a stretch to reach.
The audio setup includes a 6-speaker AM/FM/HD Radio receiver. Mazda Connected Services are also included, but not SiriusXM satellite radio (although you can stream it from an app on your phone).
The Select comes with three 12-volt power outlets, two USB-C, and two USB-A ports.
Buyers can add navigation by purchasing a $450 SD card from their Mazda dealer. Once installed, the navigation works with the Mazda Connect infotainment system, with lane guidance, speed limit alerts, voice commands, and 3-year complimentary map updates.
Additional instrumentation includes a 4.6-inch multi-information display for various features such as engine coolant temperature, outside temperature, average fuel economy, and maintenance monitor. The screen also displays driver aids, adaptive cruise control, and warning messages.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select costs $30,675. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $579. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Select includes:
- Adaptive cruise control – Maintains a safe distance from the traffic ahead, with the ability to automatically slow or stop the CX-5.
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto – Allows access to a smartphone’s apps, maps, music, and messages, all via the car’s infotainment system.
- Rain-sensing wipers – Automatically activate when sensing rain, mist, or snow on the CX-5’s windshield.
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred: $30,650
The Preferred hits the sweet spot for affordability and features. Plus, it brings more upgrades aimed at increasing driver and passenger comfort.
Building off the Select, the Preferred adds a power moonroof and a power liftgate.
Inside, the cabin gains leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink, a 6-way power passenger seat, and an 8-way power driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support and a 2-position memory setting.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred costs $32,025. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $604. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred includes:
- Power liftgate – This programable liftgate opens at the push of a button.
- Driver’s seat memory – Includes 2-position settings that remember the driver’s seat and side mirror positions.
- Power moonroof – A roof-mounted sliding glass panel allows light in the cabin with the sunshade retracted or a blast of fresh air when fully opened.
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition: $31,950
In basic description, the Carbon Edition is a CX-5 Preferred trim with additional styling elements.
The package includes black metallic 19-inch alloy wheels, black mirror caps, black badges, and Polymetal Gray paint.
The Carbon Edition’s interior gains a black instrument panel and door trim and red stitching on the leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear selector.
The sound system gets upgraded to a 10-speaker Bose audio system with Centerpoint and AudioPilot technologies.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition costs $33,325. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $629. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium: $33,900
Building off the Preferred trim, the Premium adds Mazda Intelligent Drive Direct, which features various drive modes for Normal, Sport, and Off-Road.
Exterior enhancements include 19-inch alloy wheels, steering adaptive headlights, and heated side mirrors.
The multi-information monitor grows to seven inches, and the steering wheel gains a set of paddle shifters. A 3-month trial subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio is also included.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium costs $35,275. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $666. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus: $36,500
The Premium Plus brings the CX-5 into the near-luxury category, adding even more uplevel features.
You get automatic power-folding side mirrors and windshield wiper de-icers, plus ventilated front seats, a head-up display, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a wireless phone charger.
The infotainment system ups its game with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus costs $37,875. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $715. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus includes:
- Head-up display – Projects relevant information such as vehicle speed, navigation directions, and speed limit onto the windshield.
- Ventilated front seats – The upgraded seats of the Plus circulate cool air through the perforated leather, helping keep occupants cool and dry when outside temperatures soar.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto – No need to plug in to connect. Just get in, start the CX-5, and your phone automatically pairs with the infotainment system.
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Carbon Turbo: $37,000
The Carbon Turbo trim sees a significant boost in power, with a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine delivering either 227 hp on regular 87-octane or 256 hp using 93-octane gasoline.
The Carbon Edition features the same exterior visual cues as the 2.5 S Carbon Edition, adding gloss-black wheel arches and rocker moldings and two paint color options: Zircon Sand and Rhodium White.
The interior gains Terracotta leather-trimmed seats with suede inserts and a black headliner.
The Carbon Turbo builds off the Premium Plus equipment but deletes the power folding side mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer, heated rear seats, and heated steering wheel.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Carbon Turbo costs $38,375. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $724. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Carbon Turbo models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium: $37,800
The Turbo Premium adds the turbocharged engine from the Carbon Turbo and the features from the 2.5 S Premium Plus. It also gains Traffic Jam Assist, a program that can brake, steer, and accelerate without driver input in certain low-speed situations, such as when experiencing bumper-to-bumper traffic.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium costs $39,175. On a 60-month loan with 5% APR financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $739. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature: $40,600
If you’re looking for a CX-5 with power, performance, and every bell and whistle in the Mazda wheelhouse, the Turbo Signature is the way to go.
It includes all of the features of the 2.5 Turbo Premium, then adds a new front grille design, unique 19-inch wheels, bright exterior trim, body-color wheel arches and rocker moldings, and a body-colored lower bumper.
The Signature’s cabin gains ambient interior lighting, a black headliner, Caturra Brown Nappa leather-trimmed seats, real wood trim, a frameless rearview mirror, and LED interior illumination.
Also included is Mazda navigation, Traffic Sign Recognition, and a 3-year subscription to SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.
Additional safety systems include a 360-degree monitor, front and rear parking sensors, rear automatic braking, and a driver attention monitor.
With the $1,375 destination fee, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature costs $41,975. On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to $792. See 2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature models for sale near you
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature includes:
- Nappa leather – Rich Nappa leather in a soothing brown color gives the CX-5 a look and feel of an expensive European SUV.
- Turbocharged engine – When running on 93-octane premium gas, the 2.5-liter turbo makes an impressive 256 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque.
- 360-degree monitor – This 4-camera system gives the driver a 360-degree view around the vehicle, most helpful when trying to park or back out of a tight parking spot.
