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2016 Mazda CX-5

Crossover · 2015–2026

Trims and features

201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026

What changed for 2016

2016 CX-5 trims

Grand TouringSportTouring
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $27,970from $21,545from $24,965
Powertrain
EngineSKYACTIV-G 2.5LAWD Automatic: SKYACTIV-G 2.5L
FWD Manual: SKYACTIV-G 2.0L		SKYACTIV-G 2.5L
Horsepower184 hpAWD Automatic: 184 hp
FWD Manual: 155 hp		184 hp
Torque185 lb-ftAWD Automatic: 185 lb-ft
FWD Manual: 150 lb-ft		185 lb-ft
TransmissionSKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic transmissionAWD Automatic: SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission
FWD Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission		SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission
Gears666
DrivetrainAWD / FWDAWD Automatic / FWD Automatic / FWD ManualAWD / FWD
Size and capability
Seats555
Cargo behind last row34.1 cu ft34.1 cu ft34.1 cu ft
Max cargo65.4 cu ft64.8 cu ft65.4 cu ft
Ground clearance8.5 in8.5 in8.5 in
Length179.3 in179.3 in179.3 in
Curb weight—AWD Automatic: —
FWD Manual: 3,212 lb		—
Tech
Touchscreen—Optional—
Apple CarPlayOptionalOptionalOptional
Android AutoOptionalOptionalOptional
AudioBose—Optional
Speakers946 + option
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlOptional——
Lane keepingOptional——
Blind-spot monitoringBlind Spot Alert—Blind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency brakingOptional—Optional
Rear cross-trafficRear Cross-Traffic Alert—Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Parking sensorsOptionalOptionalOptional
Comfort
SeatsLeather + optionCloth + optionCloth + option
Heated seatsFront——
Climate zones211
Remote startOptionalOptionalOptional
Second rowSplit BenchSplit BenchSplit Bench
Exterior
SunroofTilt/Slide Moonroof—Optional
Wheels19 in17 in17 in
HeadlightsHalogen + optionHalogenHalogen + option
Packages and options (58)
Grand TouringSportTouring
Grand Touring Technology Package $1,505Optional——
i-ACTIVSENSE Package Optional——
Moonroof and Bose Audio Package ——Optional
Rear Camera Package $400—Optional—
Touring Technology Package $1,625——Optional
Bike Carrier, Roof Rack OptionalOptionalOptional
Bike Carrier, Trailer Hitch Mount OptionalOptionalOptional
Fog Lights $350StandardOptionalStandard
Front Mask OptionalOptionalOptional
Hood Edge Protector OptionalOptionalOptional
License Plate Frames OptionalOptionalOptional
Mazda Valve Stem Caps OptionalOptionalOptional
Moonroof Wind Deflector Optional—Optional
Paint Protection, Door Edge OptionalOptionalOptional
Paint Protection, Front Kit OptionalOptionalOptional
Rear Bumper Guard OptionalOptionalOptional
Roof Luggage Basket OptionalOptionalOptional
Roof Rails $275OptionalOptionalOptional
Side Window Deflectors OptionalOptionalOptional
Ski/Snowboard Carrier OptionalOptionalOptional
Splash Guards OptionalOptionalOptional
Surfboard Carrier OptionalOptionalOptional
Touch-Up Paint OptionalOptionalOptional
Trailer Hitch, Class I OptionalOptionalOptional
Wheel Locks OptionalOptionalOptional
Alloy Pedals OptionalOptionalOptional
Ashtray, LED OptionalOptionalOptional
Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and HomeLink OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Liner, Soft OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Mat $60OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Net OptionalOptionalOptional
Cargo Tray OptionalOptionalOptional
Doorsill Trim Plates $125OptionalOptionalOptional
First Aid Kit OptionalOptionalOptional
Mazda Mobile Start - Smartphone Remote Engine Start OptionalOptionalOptional
Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 2597LMT OptionalOptionalOptional
Portable Navigation Device - Garmin nuvi 44LM OptionalOptionalOptional
Remote Engine Start OptionalOptionalOptional
Retractable Cargo Cover OptionalOptionalOptional
Roadside Assistance Kit OptionalOptionalOptional
Windshield Sunscreen OptionalOptionalOptional
Mazda Navigation System OptionalOptionalOptional
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 4-Month Trial Subscription StandardOptionalOptional
Parking Sensors, Rear OptionalOptionalOptional
Blue Reflex Mica OptionalOptionalOptional
Crystal White Pearl OptionalOptionalOptional
Deep Crystal Blue Mica OptionalOptionalOptional
Jet Black Mica OptionalOptionalOptional
Meteor Gray Mica OptionalOptionalOptional
Sonic Silver Metallic OptionalOptionalOptional
Soul Red OptionalOptionalOptional
Titanium Flash Mica OptionalOptionalOptional
Black Cloth —Optional—
Black Leather Optional——
Black Premium Cloth ——Optional
Parchment Leather Optional——
Sand Cloth —Optional—
Sand Premium Cloth ——Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem press release. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Apple lists CarPlay for: CX-5 2019–2025 (Apple).

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 MAZDA CX-5 SUV ICE AWDNot Rated StandardStandard 00
2025 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 027
2024 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 044
2023 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 063
2022 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 063
2022 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 063
2021 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 0147
2021 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 0147
2020 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 0107
2020 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 0107
2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 2270
2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 2270
2018 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD Later Release5 OptionalNo 0119
2018 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD Later Release5 OptionalNo 0119
2018 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD Early Release4 OptionalNo 3231
2018 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD Early Release4 OptionalNo 3231
2017 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD4 NoNo 1148
2017 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD4 NoNo 1148
2016 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD4 OptionalNo 5510
2016 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD4 OptionalNo 5510
2015 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD5 OptionalNo 4133
2015 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD5 OptionalNo 4133

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2025CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI; with cylinder deactivation
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI		 24–28
2024CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI		 24–28
2023CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 24–26
2022CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 24–26
2021CX-5 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 25–28
2021CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 24–26
2020CX-5 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 28
2020CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 24–26
2019CX-5 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Diesel, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 25–29
2019CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Diesel, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo		 24–28
2018CX-5 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Diesel, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L		 28–29
2018CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Diesel, Turbo
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L		 26–28
2017CX-5 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 27
2017CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2016CX-5 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L		 29
2016CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L 26
2015CX-5 2WDMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L		 27–29
2015CX-5 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L		 26–27

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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