The Mazda CX-5 Thread

You have climate control right? If you press the right side nob in the middle where it says auto then turn the thermostat to a moderate temp like 22-24 degrees it will show an ac light for econ it all happens automatically. You just press auto and set your temp. It saves fuel over cabin comfort if you set it to ice cold at 18 degrees it will make sure you're cool above all else so the opposite. Dont over think it, set it to your preference and it will save fuel based on your preference.

You say "the noise of the motor goes down" Thats I-stop, the motor is completely dead just so you know. Now open the driver door and boom it springs into action(just for fun to test if you like)

On your rpm question, you have an auto so you shouldn't worry about this. Drive it like you stole it if you like! It's a Mazda dude, ZoomZoom!





KOPITE said:
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What do you mean by e-con, I only use aircon when I really need to though.

I mean, I put the car in neutral only when standing still in traffic. The noise of the motor goes down, so I guess it might put less strain on the motor and also saving fuel.

What rpm should I drive max to prevent issues with the motor.

Thanks for your input though.
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Vegeta said:
You have climate control right? If you press the right side nob in the middle where it says auto then turn the thermostat to a moderate temp like 22-24 degrees it will show an ac light for econ it all happens automatically. You just press auto and set your temp. It saves fuel over cabin comfort if you set it to ice cold at 18 degrees it will make sure you're cool above all else so the opposite. Dont over think it, set it to your preference and it will save fuel based on your preference.

You say "the noise of the motor goes down" Thats I-stop, the motor is completely dead just so you know. Now open the driver door and boom it springs into action(just for fun to test if you like)

On your rpm question, you have an auto so you shouldn't worry about this. Drive it like you stole it if you like! It's a Mazda dude, ZoomZoom!
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Yip, its climate control. I know what you saying now.

It's not I stop, I have seen and driven it when test driving it. I will probably take a long trip and see if it really turns the motor off.

Will see how it goes
 
Istop is on by default. Some people turn it off but once you restart the car its back on by default. If you're not noticing it then it's performing as designed. It's designed to not interfere with your driving style. Just look for the green icon in your left dial it should come on after the car is warm(diesels take longer to heat up). My petrol heats up with in the first km diesel much longer.

EDIT: look here:
It just requires foot on the brake(no shifting), foot off and it starts again. Only the manual car requires neutral for obvious reasons.

KOPITE said:
Yip, its climate control. I know what you saying now.

It's not I stop, I have seen and driven it when test driving it. I will probably take a long trip and see if it really turns the motor off.

Will see how it goes
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Vegeta said:
Istop is on by default. Some people turn it off but once you restart the car its back on by default. If you're not noticing it then it's performing as designed. It's designed to not interfere with your driving style. Just look for the green icon in your left dial it should come on after the car is warm(diesels take longer to heat up). My petrol heats up with in the first km diesel much longer.

EDIT: look here:
It just requires foot on the brake(no shifting), foot off and it starts again. Only the manual car requires neutral for obvious reasons.
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Ok, thanks for the video man.
Just another silly question. Do you check your oil and water with these vehicles or is it not necessary as newer vehicles you do not need to check. I ask before I don't want to scratch in areas I'm not familiar with. Do I check the oil level via the dipstick and the water by the water bottle or radiator.

I just want to make sure that if I need to do water and oil checks every few days, that everything is still all good.
 
Check the oil as usual using the dipstick. Just check the antifreeze level don't add to the radiator, add to the bottle. You should not need any if your level drops take it to the dealer. These cars don't burn any oil, same with the antifreeze. Check them but you shouldn't need any.

Mazda just made these engines a lot more efficient, mechanically they are exactly like any old car. You should be familiar with everything in the engine bay other than the pretty plastic cover.
 
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Check the oil as usual using the dipstick. Just check the antifreeze level don't add to the radiator, add to the bottle. You should not need any if your level drops take it to the dealer. These cars don't burn any oil, same with the antifreeze. Check them but you shouldn't need any.

Mazda just made these engines a lot more efficient, mechanically they are exactly like any old car. You should be familiar with everything in the engine bay other than the pretty plastic cover.
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Thanks man, I'll post some pics here so we can identify the parts in the engine bay.
 
Here are some pic, mane you can give me some pointers.
 

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Haha that's very specific. I'll have to open my hood and check, assuming i have it in mine.
KOPITE said:
Thanks, what is behind the engine which is wrapped in foil and feels like hard plastic. It's right in the middle at the back between motor and body
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Vegeta said:
Haha that's very specific. I'll have to open my hood and check, assuming i have it in mine.
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Yeah, I know. A little piece of foil is open, so not sure if someone clipped it open to check or if it opened by itself.
 
I cannot see in the engine coolant reservoir level which is dirty which you suggested is the antifreeze if I'm correct. Must I only check the oil and coolant first thing in the morning before starting it or anytime when the motor has warmed up already. Obviously check only when car I turned off.
 
KOPITE said:
Yeah, I know. A little piece of foil is open, so not sure if someone clipped it open to check or if it opened by itself.
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I have absolutely nothing behind the motor wrapped in foil. Only some heatshield then the body. Keep in mind I have the petrol skyactiv. EDIT: take a pic

Btw do you also have a gaping hole on the side-top of the pipe where you refill the windshield wiper water?
 
Vegeta said:
I have absolutely nothing behind the motor wrapped in foil. Only some heatshield then the body. Keep in mind I have the petrol skyactiv. EDIT: take a pic

Btw do you also have a gaping hole on the side-top of the pipe where you refill the windshield wiper water?
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Sorry for only replying now, the foil behind the motor is to cool the turbo which sits behind the engine. My coolant was below low, so took it in to the dealer and they did a pressure test. Guy found no leaks and topped it up with coolant. He did mention that I should check if the coolant drops and let them know. He said it could have been normal condensation or they did not top up the coolant when the 45k service was done about 4 months ago.

Mileage is now 48k km. So Nedbank was offering me a 2 year service plan for 60k and 75k service for R215 p/m on my 2015 Aker 2.2 Diesel Auto, which works out to about R5.1k

Seems like a good deal to take with Innovation group if you ask me. You guys reckon this is a good deal which covers most servicing parts for the next 2 years for only R215 a month. I asked them to send me papers on what items it covers and which items not.

Maintenance already extended by previous owner to 2021. My average sitting now on 7.3L/100km driving moderately with the occasional speedy Gonzales down the freeway.
 
Updated Mazda CX-5 confirmed … with 2,5-litre turbopetrol!

An updated version of the Mazda CX-5 has been announced, with the crossover gaining a turbocharged 2,5-litre petrol engine (as was rumoured) in the Japanese market.

With this update, Mazda’s 2,5-litre SkyActiv-G engine has been added to the powertrain line-up, with the brand promising “a powerful and refined driving experience”. It’s unclear at this stage whether the turbo engine will make it to South Africa.

In the automaker’s domestic market, though, this forced-induction four-cylinder makes 169 kW (at 4 250 r/min) and 420 N.m (at 2 000 r/min). Performance figures have yet to be announced.

The 2,2-litre turbodiesel remains, although it is now also offered (in Japan, at least) with a six-speed manual gearbox in both front- and all-wheel drive configurations.

Another mechanical tweak to the Mazda CX-5 is the debut of the brand’s G-Vectoring Control Plus system (an updated version of the current G-Vectoring Control arrangement) that the firm says “improves handling stability at high speeds and during emergency manoeuvres, while suppressing sudden, unintended movements”.

Other updates include the addition of night-time pedestrian detection, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality and a change of colour for the 17-inch alloys wheels (now offered in a new Grey Metallic hue).

Inside, Mazda says the CX-5’s climate control panel, switches and dials have been redesigned for “better feel and operability”, while the surface material of the A-pillar trim has been changed from resin to fabric (with tweeters added at the base of the pillar).

http://www.carmag.co.za/news/updated-mazda-cx-5-confirmed-with-25-litre-turbopetrol/
 
Damn... Wanted to get a new 2.0 Dynamic in the next month... Not sure if I should wait now...
 
Never owned one, but I'm very excited about what Mazda has been doing in general over the last few years. Their high quality and modern design philosophy is not only paper-based - it is tangible when one gets into and drives any of their current vehicles and quality and ownership satisfaction results back this up.

Having test driven both the 2.5 petrol and 2.2 Diesel (Akera), the latter is by far the most engaging and exciting... also the most expensive of course.
The 2.5 turbo petrol will certainly shake things up, but it will come at a compromise in fuel consumption. The diesel should give similar performance results in day-to-day driving, with significant fuel saving. I would certainly want to drive the 2.5T before pulling the trigger though. If launched locally, I would expect both the 2.5T and 2.2D Akera for 2019 to be priced around (hopefully below) the R600K mark.

I enquired with 2 different Gauteng-based dealerships on any indication that the turbo petrol will make it to SA, but they were both convinced that the sales numbers and economic climate in SA don't support another "more premium" model and that Mazda SA will stick to the current engine line-up with a few trim tweaks for 2019.
I hope this was only sales being sales saying whatever it takes to get ink on paper right away...

While not considering anything German due to dismal ownership/reliability experiences in the past, CX-5 certainly has what it takes to take my attention off the other Japanese and Koreans.

Performance-wise, unfortunately both the upcoming 2019 Rav4 and Forester look like they will only be available with uninspiring 2.0/2.5 non-turbo petrols and the current 2.5 petrol from Mazda already does a better job overall engine-wise. Depending on local spec, they might be better kitted than CX-5 from a utility and autonomous safety perspective i.e. Subaru EyeSight now available on all models.

Keenly watching this space!
 
acp said:
Never owned one, but I'm very excited about what Mazda has been doing in general over the last few years. Their high quality and modern design philosophy is not only paper-based - it is tangible when one gets into and drives any of their current vehicles and quality and ownership satisfaction results back this up.

Having test driven both the 2.5 petrol and 2.2 Diesel (Akera), the latter is by far the most engaging and exciting... also the most expensive of course.
The 2.5 turbo petrol will certainly shake things up, but it will come at a compromise in fuel consumption. The diesel should give similar performance results in day-to-day driving, with significant fuel saving. I would certainly want to drive the 2.5T before pulling the trigger though. If launched locally, I would expect both the 2.5T and 2.2D Akera for 2019 to be priced around (hopefully below) the R600K mark.

I enquired with 2 different Gauteng-based dealerships on any indication that the turbo petrol will make it to SA, but they were both convinced that the sales numbers and economic climate in SA don't support another "more premium" model and that Mazda SA will stick to the current engine line-up with a few trim tweaks for 2019.
I hope this was only sales being sales saying whatever it takes to get ink on paper right away...

While not considering anything German due to dismal ownership/reliability experiences in the past, CX-5 certainly has what it takes to take my attention off the other Japanese and Koreans.

Performance-wise, unfortunately both the upcoming 2019 Rav4 and Forester look like they will only be available with uninspiring 2.0/2.5 non-turbo petrols and the current 2.5 petrol from Mazda already does a better job overall engine-wise. Depending on local spec, they might be better kitted than CX-5 from a utility and autonomous safety perspective i.e. Subaru EyeSight now available on all models.

Keenly watching this space!
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I have the older 2015 2.2 Diesel Auto Akera, but i can tell you that you cannot go wrong. Bloody powerful and stability on the AWD is awesome. I'm sure loving it every time I drive it. Only issue is that their DRL lights don't last that long. You have to replace the whole headlight as it's all connected. 15k to replace. So if you out of warranty you have problems
 
KOPITE said:
I have the older 2015 2.2 Diesel Auto Akera, but i can tell you that you cannot go wrong. Bloody powerful and stability on the AWD is awesome. I'm sure loving it every time I drive it. Only issue is that their DRL lights don't last that long. You have to replace the whole headlight as it's all connected. 15k to replace. So if you out of warranty you have problems
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How is the stability on the awd awesome ?
 
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