2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD CX5 - Ultimate In-Depth Look & Test Drive

Many premium features come standard on the 2021 CX-5 Sport. Most notably the
new 10.25-inch large center display with the latest Mazda Connect infotainment
interface has standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. It also adds
a three-year trial of Mazda Connected Services capability, providing the ability to
monitor and control the state of the CX-5 remotely by logging into the MyMazda
app. a responsive driving experience with the naturally aspirated four-cylinder Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine, able to deliver 187 HP and 186 lb-ft of torque on either regular (87 octane) or premium (93
octane) fuel and is equipped with a quick-shifting, six-speed automatic transmission
with manual shift and sport modes. While G-Vectoring Control and front-wheel
drive are standard, Mazda’s i-Activ all-wheel drive with off-road traction assist is
available on all trim levels. For peace of mind, the CX-5 comes standard with the
brand’s suite of i-Activsense safety features including Mazda Radar Cruise Control
with stop and go function, Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Pedestrian
Detection, Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist and
Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Other standard features include,
leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, High Beam Control, Bluetooth
hands-free phone and audio pairing, two front USB inputs, push button start,
electronic parking brake, remote keyless entry, rearview camera, cloth seats,
automatic on/off LED headlights, 17-inch gray metallic aluminum alloy wheels, rear
roof spoiler and rain-sensing windshield wipers.
The all-new available Touring Preferred SV Package will elevate the features on the
CX-5 Touring. This package upgrades to the Bose® 10-speaker audio, leather seats,
power liftgate, power moonroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink, sixway power passenger seat and eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support
and memory positioning.
Another all-new addition to the 2021 CX-5 lineup is the Carbon Edition. Sharing
similar features to the CX-5 Touring with Touring Preferred SV Package, the Carbon
Edition offers exclusive styling with Polymetal Gray exterior paint, gloss black door
mirrors and 19-inch black metallic aluminum alloy wheels. The interior has red
leather seats and black honeycomb interior trimming on the dash and door panels.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob add red stitching to help bring
the color scheme together. This unique model is offered with two powertrain
options. The naturally aspirated Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine is standard, while the
CX-5 Carbon Edition Turbo is available with the Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine that
delivers 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque on premium (93 octane) fuel or
227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque on regular (87 octane) fuel. The CX-5
Carbon Edition Turbo will also feature a new badge to help identify the powertrain.
The CX-5 Grand Touring moves up from the Touring trim level with updates inside
and out. Interior enhancements include a Bose® 10-speaker audio system, leather
seats, power moonroof, paddle shifters on the steering wheel, seven-inch TFT
reconfigurable digital gauge display, auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink
and SiriusXM® satellite radio with three-month trial subscription. The exterior adds
a power liftgate, LED taillights, fog and daytime running lights, Adaptive Frontlighting System, dual heated door mirrors and 19-inch brilliant silver aluminum alloy
wheels. The CX-5 Grand Touring is only equipped with the naturally aspirated
Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine. Stepping into a new class, CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve is equipped with the
Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine with new turbo badge and i-Activ all-wheel drive as
standard. The driver’s experience is enriched with the windshield-projected Active
Driving Display. Traffic Sign Recognition is available with the optional Mazda
Navigation System accessory installed. Other exceptional upgrades include
ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, automatic folding
door mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer.
The top-tier CX-5 Signature offers the most in terms of advanced technology and
sophisticated design. New i-Activsense safety features Smart City Brake Support
Reverse and Driver Attention Alert join the 360° View Monitor with front and rear
parking sensors now updated with high-definition digital clarity. Equipped with
Mazda Navigation System, CX-5 Signature includes Traffic Sign Recognition.
SiriusXM® three-year traffic and travel link subscription is also provided. Modern
styling is emphasized with Caturra Brown Nappa leather seats, genuine layered
wood trimming, frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink, ambient
LED interior lighting, 19-inch dark silver aluminum alloy wheels, black headliner and
Signature trim badge.