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2026 Mazda CX-5

2.5 S AWD

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Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter328 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter325 mm
Rear brake typesolid disc
Parking brake typeElectronic

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row66.5 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row33.7 cu-ft
Total interior volume140.2 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandMazda Connect
Connected services trial (standard tier)12 months

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance8 in
Overall height66.7 in
Overall length184.6 in
Overall width73.2 in
Wheelbase110.8 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2488 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)Skyactiv-G 2.5 DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower187 hp
Torque186 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)24 mpg
MPG (combined)26 mpg
MPG (highway)30 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity15.3 gal

Headroom

Front headroom39.7 in
Second-row headroom40.2 in

Legroom

Front legroom41.7 in
Second-row legroom39.9 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$29,990

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room57.6 in
Second-row shoulder room55.6 in

Steering

Steering typeRack and pinion, electric power assist
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)18.4 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeIndependent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear suspension typeIndependent multi-link with stabilizer bar

Tires

Tire sizeP225/65 R17

Transmission

Final drive ratio4.6
Transmission speeds6
Transmission typeautomatic hybrid

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3856 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3856 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating4914 lbs
Payload capacity1058 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter17 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width7 in
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Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety26 std · 0 opt

  • Advanced dual front, knee, side curtain, and front and rear seat side impact airbags
  • Lane Departure Warning & Lane-keep Assist
  • Rearview camera w/ Dynamic Line and Tow Hitch Guide
  • Driver Attention Alert
  • Advanced 3-point seatbelts, including front and rear seat-belt pretensioners with load limiters
  • Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist

Infotainment10 std · 0 opt

  • 8-speaker sound system
  • 12.9" center display
  • AM/FM/HD Radio™
  • Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™ integration
  • Audio menu voice-command
  • Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability

Convenience3 std · 0 opt

  • Keyless Entry & start system
  • Power windows with one-touch down/up feature (4)
  • 12-volt power outlet (x2)

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Dual-zone, automatic climate control

Seating3 std · 0 opt

  • 40/20/40 split one-touch fold-down and reclining rear seatback
  • Seat material - cloth (Black)
  • Rear seat center armrest with integrated cup holders

Interior6 std · 0 opt

  • 10.25" LCD meter display
  • Steering wheel - tilt & telescopic
  • Steering wheel and gear selector – leather-wrapped
  • Floor mats - Carpeted
  • Storage - overhead console with sunglasses holder
  • Sun visors - dual covered vanity mirrors

Exterior11 std · 0 opt

  • 17 x 7J inch aluminum alloy wheels with Gray Metallic finish
  • Badging - AWD badge
  • Headlights - Auto On/Off feature
  • Headlights - Daytime Running Lights (LED)
  • Headlights - LED with auto-leveling
  • P225/65 R17 all-season tires

Powertrain4 std · 0 opt

  • i-ACTIV AWD All-Wheel Drive
  • Mazda Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive) - Normal/ Sport /Off-road mode
  • SKYACTIV-G® 2.5 DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine
  • SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-Speed AT with manual-shift mode

Chassis4 std · 0 opt

  • Independent front MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar
  • Independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar
  • Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering with engine-speed-sensing variable assist
  • Power-assisted ventilated front disc brakes and rear solid disc brakes

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 CX-5. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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How much is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S?

The manufacturer lists $29,990 for the 2026 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.