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CarExpert review of the new CX-5
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Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota RAV4 - Drive.com.au
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Chasing Cars review of the new CX-5
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Auto Social UK review of the new CX-5
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TFLnow review of the new CX-5
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Pre-Order The All-New Mazda CX-5 | Mazda Southern Africa
The all-new Mazda CX-5 combines refined design, advanced technology and everyday practicality in a way that’s hard to ignore. Pre-orders are now open.
www.mazda.co.za
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Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition (2026) Review
FAST FACTS
Model: Mazda CX-5 2.0 Carbon Edition
Price: R688 400
Engine: 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder petrol engine
Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission
Power/Torque: 121 kW/213 Nm
Claimed fuel consumption: 6.9 litres/100 km
0-100 kph: 10.4 seconds (claimed)/9.75 seconds (tested)
Luggage capacity: 438-1 914 litres
Price & After-sales support
The Mazda CX-5 is sold with a 5-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/unlimited kilometre service plan.
CX-5 Active R570 500
CX-5 Dynamic R617 900
CX-5 Carbon Edition R688 400
Pricing correct as of July 2026.
Verdict
With the all-new Mazda CX-5 arriving next month, this generation of CX-5 has finally come to an end, and what a legacy! From winning the Family Car category in our Consumer Awards not once but twice, the CX-5 has endeared itself to us on numerous occasions.
If you were to purchase this CX-5 right now, it’s unlikely you’ll be disappointed. And, if you are shopping in this segment, it’s worth investigating whether dealers are keen to clear out old stock by offering generous discounts.
At this stage, pricing for the newcomer is yet to be confirmed, but we’re bracing ourselves for a substantial increase. The new engine will be a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre petrol, with mild-hybrid powertrains potentially on the cards.
FAST FACTS
Model: Mazda CX-5 2.0 Carbon Edition
Price: R688 400
Engine: 2.0-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder petrol engine
Transmission: 6-speed automatic transmission
Power/Torque: 121 kW/213 Nm
Claimed fuel consumption: 6.9 litres/100 km
0-100 kph: 10.4 seconds (claimed)/9.75 seconds (tested)
Luggage capacity: 438-1 914 litres
Price & After-sales support
The Mazda CX-5 is sold with a 5-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/unlimited kilometre service plan.
CX-5 Active R570 500
CX-5 Dynamic R617 900
CX-5 Carbon Edition R688 400
Pricing correct as of July 2026.
Verdict
With the all-new Mazda CX-5 arriving next month, this generation of CX-5 has finally come to an end, and what a legacy! From winning the Family Car category in our Consumer Awards not once but twice, the CX-5 has endeared itself to us on numerous occasions.
If you were to purchase this CX-5 right now, it’s unlikely you’ll be disappointed. And, if you are shopping in this segment, it’s worth investigating whether dealers are keen to clear out old stock by offering generous discounts.
At this stage, pricing for the newcomer is yet to be confirmed, but we’re bracing ourselves for a substantial increase. The new engine will be a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre petrol, with mild-hybrid powertrains potentially on the cards.
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Pre-Order The All-New Mazda CX-5 | Mazda Southern Africa
The all-new Mazda CX-5 combines refined design, advanced technology and everyday practicality in a way that’s hard to ignore. Pre-orders are now open.
www.mazda.co.za
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MotorWeek road test of the new CX-5
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MotorMatters review of the outgoing CX-5 Carbon Edition
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New Mazda CX-5 for SA: local line-up uncovered
Ahead of the new Mazda CX-5’s official launch in SA, we’ve unearthed several details about the local line-up, including specifications and powertrain particulars…
- New CX-5 to arrive in South Africa in August 2026
- Local line-up to comprise 4 derivatives at launch
- Fresh Homura specification set to top the portfolio
- “Recalibrated” 2.5-litre petrol mill to make 132 kW
The new Mazda CX-5 is scheduled to launch in South Africa in August 2026, but Cars.co.za has managed to unearth details of the local line-up ahead of this 3rd-generation model’s official market introduction.
To refresh your memory, the KM-series CX-5 was revealed in July 2025, featuring evolved exterior styling, larger dimensions and extra cabin (and luggage) space. The new CX-5 furthermore gains a completely redesigned interior, including fresh touchscreen options.
So, what do we know about the local line-up? Well, according to our information, the new CX-5 portfolio in South Africa will comprise 4 derivatives at launch. The Japanese brand’s local division will offer its familiar Active, Dynamic and Individual grades, along with a new “Homura” flagship specification:
- CX-5 2.5 Active 6AT FWD
- CX-5 2.5 Dynamic 6AT FWD
- CX-5 2.5 Individual 6AT AWD
- CX-5 2.5 Homura 6AT AWD
All SA-spec variants will feature a “recalibrated” version of Mazda’s naturally aspirated 2.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine, which here generates peak outputs of 132 kW and 240 Nm. A 6-speed automatic transmission will ship standard, with Mazda Southern Africa offering both front- (Active and Dynamic) and all-wheel-drive (Individual and Homura) derivatives.
As a reminder, the outgoing KF-series CX-5 employs a likewise atmospheric 2.0-litre petrol engine offering 121 kW and 213 Nm. That 3-strong line-up (topped by the Carbon Edition) currently has pricing bookends of R570 500 and R688 400. Though Mazda Southern Africa has yet to announce pricing for the new CX-5, our information suggests the range will again start at under R600 000.
Ahead of the new Mazda CX-5’s official launch in SA, we’ve unearthed several details about the local line-up, including specifications and powertrain particulars…
- New CX-5 to arrive in South Africa in August 2026
- Local line-up to comprise 4 derivatives at launch
- Fresh Homura specification set to top the portfolio
- “Recalibrated” 2.5-litre petrol mill to make 132 kW
The new Mazda CX-5 is scheduled to launch in South Africa in August 2026, but Cars.co.za has managed to unearth details of the local line-up ahead of this 3rd-generation model’s official market introduction.
To refresh your memory, the KM-series CX-5 was revealed in July 2025, featuring evolved exterior styling, larger dimensions and extra cabin (and luggage) space. The new CX-5 furthermore gains a completely redesigned interior, including fresh touchscreen options.
So, what do we know about the local line-up? Well, according to our information, the new CX-5 portfolio in South Africa will comprise 4 derivatives at launch. The Japanese brand’s local division will offer its familiar Active, Dynamic and Individual grades, along with a new “Homura” flagship specification:
- CX-5 2.5 Active 6AT FWD
- CX-5 2.5 Dynamic 6AT FWD
- CX-5 2.5 Individual 6AT AWD
- CX-5 2.5 Homura 6AT AWD
All SA-spec variants will feature a “recalibrated” version of Mazda’s naturally aspirated 2.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine, which here generates peak outputs of 132 kW and 240 Nm. A 6-speed automatic transmission will ship standard, with Mazda Southern Africa offering both front- (Active and Dynamic) and all-wheel-drive (Individual and Homura) derivatives.
As a reminder, the outgoing KF-series CX-5 employs a likewise atmospheric 2.0-litre petrol engine offering 121 kW and 213 Nm. That 3-strong line-up (topped by the Carbon Edition) currently has pricing bookends of R570 500 and R688 400. Though Mazda Southern Africa has yet to announce pricing for the new CX-5, our information suggests the range will again start at under R600 000.