2017 Mazda CX-5

[Nelson de Leon]

Are those stock rims?

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[travajante]

Are those stock rims?

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They're OEM M6 rims.[emoji4]

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[Nelson de Leon]

Thanks. I've been eyeing for a set but not sure if it would fit. I saw a set last year for P30k.

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[travajante]

Thanks. I've been eyeing for a set but not sure if it would fit. I saw a set last year for P30k.

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Anytime, sir. Like those....simple, not loud.[emoji4]

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[diehard]

Hello everyone. I'm new to Tsikot. I am choosing between the Mazda CX5 Pro and Honda CRV 2.0S. I prefer the styling of the CX5 (as well as its conventional 6-speed AT). However, I have a few questions:

1) Is the ride comfortable? Used to have a 2006 Mazda 3 and disposed it after two years because I couldn't stand the ride.

2) Does the 2.0L engine provide adequate power or does it feel underpowered?

3) How is back seat room? I noticed at the dealer that it has a high central tunnel.

4) Is cargo room adequate and useable? The sloping rear hatch seems to cut the vertical space quite a bit.

TIA

[Archerfish]

Hello everyone. I'm new to Tsikot. I am choosing between the Mazda CX5 Pro and Honda CRV 2.0S. I prefer the styling of the CX5 (as well as its conventional 6-speed AT). However, I have a few questions:

1) Is the ride comfortable? Used to have a 2006 Mazda 3 and disposed it after two years because I couldn't stand the ride.

2) Does the 2.0L engine provide adequate power or does it feel underpowered?

3) How is back seat room? I noticed at the dealer that it has a high central tunnel.

4) Is cargo room adequate and useable? The sloping rear hatch seems to cut the vertical space quite a bit.

TIA

I've been there... although my choice was CR-V SX, the diesel variant. I'd say there is that divine hand that I ended up with Mazda.

[3ple4]

Hello everyone. I'm new to Tsikot. I am choosing between the Mazda CX5 Pro and Honda CRV 2.0S. I prefer the styling of the CX5 (as well as its conventional 6-speed AT). However, I have a few questions:

1) Is the ride comfortable? Used to have a 2006 Mazda 3 and disposed it after two years because I couldn't stand the ride.

2) Does the 2.0L engine provide adequate power or does it feel underpowered?

3) How is back seat room? I noticed at the dealer that it has a high central tunnel.

4) Is cargo room adequate and useable? The sloping rear hatch seems to cut the vertical space quite a bit.

TIA

Got my CX5 2.0L last December. Very good overall city driving experience in my opinion. However, it lacks power for overtaking in uphill drives with 5 passengers. I experienced this going to Pico De Loro via the Kaybiang Tunnel.

Trunk space is adequate.

My only complaint as sir travajante would know, is the freaking iStop battery which can only be purchased at Mazda kahit na Motolite ang brand!! In short, if you battery dies out when you're in a parking lot somewhere, Motolite Express Delivery won't be able to help you

It's also my fault that I didn't do extensive research before I bought the CX5. I only found out about the "special" battery one month after I purchased the unit haha! I would have gotten the CRV had I known the battery issue.

[StockEngine]

Got my CX5 2.0L last December. Very good overall city driving experience in my opinion. However, it lacks power for overtaking in uphill drives with 5 passengers. I experienced this going to Pico De Loro via the Kaybiang Tunnel.

Trunk space is adequate.

My only complaint as sir travajante would know, is the freaking iStop battery which can only be purchased at Mazda kahit na Motolite ang brand!! In short, if you battery dies out when you're in a parking lot somewhere, Motolite Express Delivery won't be able to help you

It's also my fault that I didn't do extensive research before I bought the CX5. I only found out about the "special" battery one month after I purchased the unit haha! I would have gotten the CRV had I known the battery issue.

no power or you didnt mashed the pedal down?

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[Nelson de Leon]

Got my CX5 2.0L last December. Very good overall city driving experience in my opinion. However, it lacks power for overtaking in uphill drives with 5 passengers. I experienced this going to Pico De Loro via the Kaybiang Tunnel.

Trunk space is adequate.

My only complaint as sir travajante would know, is the freaking iStop battery which can only be purchased at Mazda kahit na Motolite ang brand!! In short, if you battery dies out when you're in a parking lot somewhere, Motolite Express Delivery won't be able to help you

It's also my fault that I didn't do extensive research before I bought the CX5. I only found out about the "special" battery one month after I purchased the unit haha! I would have gotten the CRV had I known the battery issue.

Motolite has those batteries. Plus you can ask Motolite to jump start your car using their jump starting battery.

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[travajante]

My only complaint as sir travajante would know, is the freaking iStop battery which can only be purchased at Mazda kahit na Motolite ang brand!! In short, if you battery dies out when you're in a parking lot somewhere, Motolite Express Delivery won't be able to help you

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[diehard]

Got my CX5 2.0L last December. Very good overall city driving experience in my opinion. However, it lacks power for overtaking in uphill drives with 5 passengers. I experienced this going to Pico De Loro via the Kaybiang Tunnel.

Trunk space is adequate.

My only complaint as sir travajante would know, is the freaking iStop battery which can only be purchased at Mazda kahit na Motolite ang brand!! In short, if you battery dies out when you're in a parking lot somewhere, Motolite Express Delivery won't be able to help you

It's also my fault that I didn't do extensive research before I bought the CX5. I only found out about the "special" battery one month after I purchased the unit haha! I would have gotten the CRV had I known the battery issue.

Thanks for the feedback. How is back seat space? I'm afraid it can only comfortably carry 2 passengers in the rear because of the big central tunnel hump? Cargo space is not as much of an issue for me as I have a van for the times I need to haul stuff.

[Archerfish]

1. My vote for comfortable ride goes to CR-V. However, let's wait for someone who owns a CX-5. Nelson?

2. I go for Mazda, and you should know what I'm trying to say. Your experience should tell you how you are "connected" with the car.

[diehard]

1. My vote for comfortable ride goes to CR-V. However, let's wait for someone who owns a CX-5. Nelson?

2. I go for Mazda, and you should know what I'm trying to say. Your experience should tell you how you are "connected" with the car.

Thanks for the feedback. I am actually looking for a replacement for my wife's 2008 Ford Escape 2.3L. This replaced the 2006 Mazda 3 hatchback she used to drive. I remember loving the handling of the M3 during the first few weeks of ownership. However, that feeling went away after a few months because of the jarring ride in MM's pockmarked roads. The engine was also underpowered resulting in gearing that left the car revving at a buzzy 2300 rpm at 100kph. Thus my concern about the CX5. I know I should test drive the car but you rarely get to drive it long enough and fast enough on a variety of road conditions to make a sound judgement.

[jut703]

Thanks for the feedback. I am actually looking for a replacement for my wife's 2008 Ford Escape 2.3L. This replaced the 2006 Mazda 3 hatchback she used to drive. I remember loving the handling of the M3 during the first few weeks of ownership. However, that feeling went away after a few months because of the jarring ride in MM's pockmarked roads. The engine was also underpowered resulting in gearing that left the car revving at a buzzy 2300 rpm at 100kph. Thus my concern about the CX5. I know I should test drive the car but you rarely get to drive it long enough and fast enough on a variety of road conditions to make a sound judgement.

I have an '04 Mazda 3 and we also have a '18 CRV. The CRV is far far more comfortable than the Mazda 3. Also far more spacious for both passengers and cargo.

It handles quite well for a CUV - definitely better than any PPV, but not quite as agile as a CX5 or Forester. The tradeoff for agility is that it's more comfortable and refined over poor roads than the other two CUVs and is exponentially more comfortable than any PPV.

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[StockEngine]

I have an '04 Mazda 3 and we also have a '18 CRV. The CRV is far far more comfortable than the Mazda 3. Also far more spacious for both passengers and cargo.

It handles quite well for a CUV - definitely better than any PPV, but not quite as agile as a CX5 or Forester. The tradeoff for agility is that it's more comfortable and refined over poor roads than the other two CUVs and is exponentially more comfortable than any PPV.

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thank goodness... the crvs suspension is really designed for comfort. Comfortable Run about? Vehicle.

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[Egan101]

thank goodness... the crvs suspension is really designed for comfort. Comfortable Run about? Vehicle.

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The CRV is more compared to the RAV4 in the US than a CX5 or Forester. Both CRV and RAV4 are tuned more for a comfortable ride.

The base model Forester is good value for something just below 1.5M. However, the platform is already at the end of its life cycle. A new Forester platform is to be released by 2019.


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[diehard]

I have an '04 Mazda 3 and we also have a '18 CRV. The CRV is far far more comfortable than the Mazda 3. Also far more spacious for both passengers and cargo.

It handles quite well for a CUV - definitely better than any PPV, but not quite as agile as a CX5 or Forester. The tradeoff for agility is that it's more comfortable and refined over poor roads than the other two CUVs and is exponentially more comfortable than any PPV.

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Any concern with the CVT? I know current Honda and Toyota CVTs have a better reputation than Nissan and Subaru CVTs but I still have doubts about the long term durability of this tech.

[jut703]

Any concern with the CVT? I know current Honda and Toyota CVTs have a better reputation than Nissan and Subaru CVTs but I still have doubts about the long term durability of this tech.

My Civic has 31,000 km with not a single CVT issue. I wouldn't worry about it.

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[Egan101]

Any concern with the CVT? I know current Honda and Toyota CVTs have a better reputation than Nissan and Subaru CVTs but I still have doubts about the long term durability of this tech.

I drive a Forester XT and I have no issues with its CVT tranny. The Forester SJ platform is almost 6 years old and there are no known issues with its CVT tranny.

The tranny is a bit soft off the line but it is quite smooth. Too smooth that it dampens the sensation of going fast - you feel you are just cruising but you are already doing more than 150 kmh.


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[Egan101]

*diehard - the CRV has a bigger interior space than the CX5 which feels a bit cramped inside. Most CUVs with a 2.0L NA engine have adequate power, not too quick but at par or a bit better against most PPVs. Cargo room on the CX5 is a bit small compared to the CRV. However, the CX5 is a proven performer in terms of driver experience. What if I tell you that you can buy a CUV that is comfortable enough, has a big cargo area, decent room on the rear, not underpowered, and drives well for its size? Too bad it’s not a Mazda or a Honda.


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