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Old Nov 15, 2018 | 11:02 AM
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We've seen a couple different leaks concerning the 2019 Mazda CX-5, but now Mazda finally has official word on what's coming our way. One exciting development is the addition of the 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine on higher trim levels. It's great to see Mazda sharing that engine to other models after originally debuting in the larger CX-9. In the CX-5, it makes 250 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque on 93 octane.

To get the boosted engine, you'll have to opt for one of the two new trim levels Mazda has added for 2019: Grand Touring Reserve or Signature. Of course, with higher trim levels and more powerful engines come higher prices. The Signature trim comes in at a whopping $37,885 including destination charges. For 2018, the highest trim level available was the Grand Touring, and that car costs $30,640.

Mazda adds a bunch of new features for the expensive Signature trim, though. You'll get brown leather seats, real wood trim, a uniquely stitched leather steering wheel, 360-degree view camera, a frameless auto-dimming mirror, LED lighting throughout the interior and dark silver 19-inch wheels. These options are in addition to the new and still luxurious Grand Touring Reserve trim level. This trim has heated and cooled seats, a heated steering wheel and power folding mirrors as its highlights. For comparison, the Grand Touring Reserve with the turbocharged engine costs $35,865.

Making the CX-5 more luxurious wasn't the only aim for 2019 — Mazda also gave it a new version of its G-Vectoring Control handling system. The updated G-Vectoring (now called G-Vectoring Control Plus) helps when the driver is unwinding the wheel by "adding a hit of braking to the outside front wheel," according to Mazda. This, in addition to some suspension refinements, are supposed to make for a smoother and better ride. Specifically, Mazda says it re-tuned the suspension to reduce friction and adjusted the steering geometry to achieve more natural feeling handling. Sweating over these small handling and feel things is why we typically end up liking the driving experience of Mazda vehicles.

Mazda increased prices on the CX-5 across the board, too. The Sport trim is $1,600 more than before, with other trims following suit at similar increases. We'll see how the changes affect the sporty and now more expensive crossover when we get our hands on a 2019 model. For now, you can build them on Mazda's website, and Mazda says they'll be available sometime this fall.
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Old Nov 15, 2018 | 11:23 AM
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The CX-5 is still a handsome CUV and the turbo engine and higher trim levels will help to keep more than competitive in the segment.
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Old Nov 15, 2018 | 11:41 AM
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Looking forward to test driving one, even though I won't be buying it.
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I love the CX-5, I never understood why it's outsold by the CR-V/RAV-4/Rogue.
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"Grand Touring Reserve" as a trim level sounds just a bit pretentious
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Old Nov 15, 2018 | 01:41 PM
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Originally Posted by bitkahuna
"Grand Touring Reserve" as a trim level sounds just a bit pretentious
Not going to lie, I 100% agree. I wish automakers would go with something more fun for higher trims. I mean Reserved for whom exactly? "Only the finest of Mazda customers possess the palate to enjoy our exclusive collection of amenities."

That interior looks pretty amazing for the segment though. Well done, Mazda. 👏
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Originally Posted by bitkahuna
"Grand Touring Reserve" as a trim level sounds just a bit pretentious
Well GT-R was taken..
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Old Nov 15, 2018 | 03:02 PM
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The G-Vectoring control sounds like an advanced version of TVD, that demo video really showed its practicality and functionality.
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Originally Posted by bitkahuna
"Grand Touring Reserve" as a trim level sounds just a bit pretentious
holding out for the the Grand Touring Reserve PLUS model.

love the 250hp tho!
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Originally Posted by madmax2k1
I love the CX-5, I never understood why it's outsold by the CR-V/RAV-4/Rogue.
Mazda just doesn't get the "respect" in that segment even though they have a good product. Rav4 and CRV's pretty much own that segment the Rogue did good too but I think it's really hard to make a mark there.
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Old Nov 15, 2018 | 03:38 PM
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The CX-5 is by far Mazda's best selling vehicle but peanuts compared to the CUV's mentioned above.

Thru October 126k CX'5's sold and next are 55k Mazda 3's and next 26k Mazda 6.
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Originally Posted by plex
Mazda just doesn't get the "respect" in that segment even though they have a good product. Rav4 and CRV's pretty much own that segment the Rogue did good too but I think it's really hard to make a mark there.
it has nothing to do with respect... pricing vs space vs comfort vs other things that average customer wants/needs.

I would always buy CX-5 over Rav4 or CRV... but obviously not an majority of the market, and also new Rav4 while still nowhere as pretty as CX-5, is still stylish and nice inside a has a ton of space.
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Originally Posted by plex
Mazda just doesn't get the "respect" in that segment even though they have a good product. Rav4 and CRV's pretty much own that segment the Rogue did good too but I think it's really hard to make a mark there.
Past history of crappy products due to Ford ownership might have something to do with it.
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Originally Posted by situman
Past history of crappy products due to Ford ownership might have something to do with it.
Combine that with a smaller dealer network and the lower sales make a little more sense. It's tough to shake a reputation like that, but hopefully Mazda's partnership with Toyota will result in a successful hybrid offering.

Very happy with my CX-9 so far.
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Best in the segment IMHO, new motor will just cement that
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