Mazda has recently announced significant enhancements to the Mazda CX-5 elevating the vehicle’s elegant design and refining the engaging drive experience. All 2022 CX-5 models will also have standard i-Activ all-wheel drive in the U.S.

Available Packages

CX-5 2.5 S

The CX-5 2.5 S features Mazda’s Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter, four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine with cylinder deactivation. This efficient powertrain can deliver up to 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque with any fuel grade and is paired with a quick-shifting six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and sport mode.

All CX-5 models will continue to be equipped with G-Vectoring Control Plus and will now have the latest i-Activ AWD system as standard, which enhances performance by focusing on improved driving dynamics, handling, and vehicle control.

Mazda’s unique i-Activ AWD system continuously monitors weight distribution and shifts power to the appropriate wheels, providing drivers a near instant response to inputs.

The CX-5 is complete with many i-Activsense safety features as standard including;

• Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go
• Smart Brake Support
• Advanced Smart City Brake Support
• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keep Assist

In addition to the exterior design updates for the 2022 model year, CX-5 will showcase newly designed gray metallic 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels. Other features include automatic on/off LED headlights with High Beam Control, rear roof spoiler, roof-mounted shark fin antenna, and automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers.

CX-5 2.5 S Select

Moving up to the CX-5 2.5 S Select Package adds more conveniences such as;

• Auto-leveling headlights
• Rear privacy glass
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Black or Silk Beige leatherette seats
• Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry

The front seats are upgraded with three-level heating, the driver’s seat has six-way power adjustability, and the passenger has six-way manual adjustability. The six-speaker sound system will please all passengers and rear passengers will benefit from rear air conditioning vents, rear seat center armrest, and two additional USB ports.

CX-5 2.5 S Preferred

The CX-5 2.5 S Preferred Package will add a power moonroof and power rear liftgate from the previous model. Inside are Black or Silk Beige leather seats with both the driver and passenger getting power adjustability. The driver’s seat also includes two-position memory. Auto-dimming mirrors with Homelink is also added to this package.

CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition

Mazda will continue to offer the Carbon Edition for the 2022 CX-5. The Carbon Edition CX-5 is the only model that features the Polymetal Gray exterior paint color. Inside, owners are able to choose between black and red leather.

The Carbon Edition will also feature black metallic 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels with matching gloss black side mirrors and front signature wing. The leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter have red stitching complemented by a gloss black instrument panel and door trim styling.

CX-5 2.5 S Premium

For the CX-5 2.5 S Premium package, Mazda Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive) is introduced, which enables the driver to select the most appropriate drive mode to optimize driving capability with one touch of a switch. The CX-5 will feature Normal, Off-Road, and Sport Modes.

Building off of the Preferred Package, this model adds a Bose 10-speaker premium audio system, paddle shifters, and a 7-inch LCD multi-information gauge display.

LED daytime running lights and combination taillights are added to this model along with silver finished 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels, an Adaptive Front-lighting System, and dual heated door mirrors.

CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus

The new CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus package adds full-color windshield-projected Active Driving Display with available Traffic Sign Recognition with the optional Mazda Navigation System accessory installed, ventilated front seats, heated steering wheel, three-level heated rear seats, windshield wiper de-icer, and automatic power-folding door mirrors.

CX-5 2.5 Turbo

In addition to design updates for the 2022 CX-5 Turbo models, the Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine will receive performance improvements. With premium, 93 octane fuel, the turbocharged engine can now deliver 256 horsepower, which is an increase of six horsepower from the previous model year, and 320 lb-ft of torque. On regular, 87 octane fuel, the engine will provide 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

The new CX-5 2.5 Turbo offers contemporary styling, appealing to performance-minded enthusiasts The exterior features an athletic look with a gloss black front grille, signature wing, door mirrors, lower bumper, and wheel arches. Completing the theme are black metallic finish 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels and a turbo badge on the rear liftgate.

The interior features black or parchment leather seats that are complimented with red accents and stitching on the instrument panel, door trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and shifter. All Turbo models also include a wireless phone charger.

CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature

Thoughtful design changes were made to help make the CX-5 Signature feel more elegant. The cladding on the exterior of this model adopts the same color scheme as the rest of the body and is contrasted by bright silver finished 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels with matching front grille and signature wing. A signature badge is also on the rear liftgate to help further differentiate the highest model.

The interior is appointed with premium quality materials such as Caturra Brown Nappa leather and genuine woodgrain. The bright silver finish is also found throughout, which is highlighted by LED interior lighting and ambient foot illumination. The black headliner and unique steering wheel are among other sophisticated styling found in the cabin of the CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature.

The Mazda Navigation System is installed in this model, allowing the Active Driving Display to include Traffic Sign Recognition. Owners can also benefit from the three-year SiriusXM Traffic & Travel Link subscription that provides current information for traffic, weather, sports scores, fuel prices, and nearby parking, which are all very useful features to use in the city.

Finally, this model is fully equipped with Mazda’s latest i-Activsense safety features which add the 360° View Monitor with front and rear parking sensors, Rear Smart City Brake Support, Traffic Jam Assist, and Driver Attention Alert. All conveniences that helps enhance driving around town.