It’s a judgment call sometimes it’s a little rough on expansion joints and abrupt bumps for my taste, but all is forgiven on the next serpentine onramp. Funny how that works, huh? The reason they were asking, they needing something sporting that could haul the family–that sounded strangely familiar.įor those that prefer the buttery smooth ride of a Honda CR-V, the Mazda might be a bit firm, especially when equipped with the optional 19-inch wheels. Interestingly enough, all was forgotten when several enthusiasts walked by said sporting staples to ask about the Mazda. So surprising in fact, that I even took the CX-5 for an early-morning run through the hills to my favorite breakfast spot on Skyline Boulevard–who would have thought taking a crossover for an early Sunday-morning run could be so fun? Let me add though, that parking amongst the Italian thoroughbreds, shiny classics and other fan favorites attracted some raised brows. However, keeping its design parameters in mind, the CX-5 can be hustled down a winding road at surprising speed. The CX-5 has a taut ride and remains flat in the corners up to about an 8/10ths pace where you’re reminded it’s still a high-riding crossover.
Outside you’ll find different wheels with dark inserts, new headlights with LED accent lights and optional LED headlights and fog-lights along with new LED taillights and a different grille. There’s also the MAZDA CONNECT interface from the Mazda3 with a 7-inch touchscreen and console-mounted controls that replace the smaller TomTom Nav unit from the 2015 model. But high notes include a revised interior with a plethora of small changes aimed at quieting the cabin and improving ergonomics. For that matter, some dealers still have both on the lot, so take your pick, because as they say, it’s nice to have choices.įor the full rundown on all of the updates you can catch the first installment here. That means for the better part of the first quarter 2015 Mazda dealers had both 2015s and 2016s. In other words, one could buy a 2015 model in late 2014, but in early 2015 one could also buy a 2016. A half-dozen test-drives later and we decided the Mazda CX-5 was our best bet–this was late 2014 and we were prepared to purchase the 2015 model when our friends at Mazda notified us that come early 2015, the refreshed 2016 models would be available. Such criteria instantly narrowed the field to but a small pile of vehicles from there, it was up to my significant other to decide since she’d be the primary driver. MUST READ: Exclusive First Drive: 2016 Mazda CX-5, New Tech and More Elegance From a Mid-Cycle Refresh
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