2018 Mazda CX-5
Asmall crossover that combines attractive styling, utility, and a satisfying driving experience, the 2018 mazda CX-5 is among the more popular crossovers available. it comes
in three trims: base Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. many buyers opt for the Touring trim due to its generous list of standard equipment including a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and blind-spot monitors.
all 2018 CX-5 SUVS are powered by a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 187 horsepower, connected to a 6-speed automatic transmission. all come standard with front-wheel drive, while all-wheel drive is available at an extra cost. New for 2018 is the addition of standard cylinder-deactivation technology, which helps reduce engine wear and improve fuel economy. a turbocharged, 2.2-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine was rumored to find its way into the 2018 CX-5, but no official announcement has been made regarding its inclusion. redesigned for the 2017 model year, the mazda CX-5 receives only a handful of changes to standard and available equipment for 2018. a leatherwrapped steering wheel and shift knob are now standard on base models, while both Sport and Touring trims receive extra safety technology as standard equipment.
Changes to the 2018 Mazda CX-5:
Standard cylinder-deactivation technology on all trims
Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert systems, as well as leather steering wheel and shift knob, are standard on Sport trim
Safety features such as lanedeparture warning, lane-keep assist, intelligent cruise control, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and more are standard on Touring trim, available as a package for Sport trim
What we think
over the past decade, small crossovers have consistently eaten into sedan sales by blending the best of what sedans have to offer (driving dynamics, maneuverability, gas mileage) with the unique features of an SUV, such as ride height, utility, and, in many cases, allwheel drive.
There’s simply no better example of this than the 2018 mazda CX-5. initially reaching the market in time for the 2013 model year, the CX-5 brought fresh styling and a fun driving character to a practical and convenient body style. as a result, the CX-5 has been a viable and attractive option in the small crossover class.