Mazda CX-5 Generation 3 (2017–2025)

Mazda CX-5 Generation 3 (2017–2025) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Mazda CX-5 — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 2 2014–2016 —
Generation 3 2017–2025 —
Generation 4 2026–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the CX-5

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Mazda 2.5L Skyactiv-G 2014–2026 11 models 137

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About this generation

The second-generation CX-5 was unveiled with an overhauled design and new technologies on 15 November 2016, at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The model is available with 2.0 Skyactiv-G petrol, 2.5 Skyactiv-G petrol and 2.2 Skyactiv-D diesel engines. New features include a new 'Soul Red Crystal' paint colour as well as a new remote-controlled powered tailgate. In November 2018, Mazda added a new turbocharged petrol engine option from the CX-9 for the 2019 model year CX-5.

It is a 2.5-litre Skyactiv-G turbocharged four-cylinder unit which produces at 5,000 rpm on 93 AKI octane fuel and 227 hp on 87 AKI. Under U.S. fuel economy standards, Mazda claims the new engine delivers in city, highway and combined, respectively with AWD, regardless of octane. In September 2021, Mazda revealed a facelift for the second-generation CX-5 with updated styling and kit. Highlights include restyled bumpers and tailgate with new headlights and tail lights, larger tailpipes, a new Mi-Drive drive selector control, updated seats, and wireless charging.

It is also equipped with revised suspension. The dampening control structure was improved and frame rigidity was increased, helping to reduce vibrations and road noise. The second-generation CX-5 was launched in Mexico in March 2017, with three trim levels: i, i Sport and Grand Touring. Two engine options were available: a 2.0 Skyactiv-G petrol and a 2.5 Skyactiv-G petrol. In November 2018, the 2.5T Skyactiv-G petrol was introduced in Mexico for the Signature trim.

The facelifted CX-5 debuted in Mexico on 13 January 2022 with variants remained unchanged from the pre-facelift model. In the U.S., the 2017 CX-5 was offered with front-wheel or all-wheel drive in Sport, Touring and Grand Touring trims. The Sport and Touring models came with 17-inch wheels, while the GT had 19-inch wheels. The 2.5-litre Skyactiv-G 16-valve DOHC 4-cylinder engine with VVT was the only choice offered for the 2017 model year.

Mazda announced the availability of a diesel engine for 2017; however, that engine did not arrive in the US until the 2019 model year. The diesel engine was only sold for the 2019 model year and was only offered on the Signature trim level. Mazda cited low consumer demand as well as emissions certification issues. In 2017, for the 2018 model year, Mazda added standard cylinder deactivation and made the i-Activsense Package available on the Sport trim.

In 2018, for the 2019 model year, Mazda made available a new turbocharged SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine and added new Grand Touring Reserve and Signature range-topping trims. A torque vectoring system marketed as G-Vectoring Control Plus was also added on all models. Changes in 2019 for the 2020 model year included a new key fob design, an updated font used throughout the vehicle, a new Cylinder Deactivation System status display in the infotainment system.

Mazda also made automatic headlights, i-Activsense safety features, and automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers standard and the Grand Touring trim received paddle shifters. Mazda claimed to have also improved road noise, vibration, and harshness across all trims. The Grand Touring Reserve trim received a new Engine Harmonics Enhancer to simulate engine noise, a new off-road traction assist system, and a new eight-inch infotainment system.

In 2020 for the 2021 model year, Mazda introduced a new standard 10.25-inch infotainment system with new Mazda Connect Software. A new Touring Preferred SV Package was offered as well as a new Carbon Edition trim, which offered exclusive exterior and interior styling elements. Models equipped with the 2.5 Turbo engine received a new turbo badge. Signature trims received new safety features such as reverse automatic braking and driver attention alert as well as improved clarity for the 360-degree camera.

In 2021 for the 2022 model year, Mazda introduced new 17-inch wheels for the S trim.

Source: Wikipedia — Mazda CX-5 — Second generation (KF; 2016), CC BY-SA.

Market by model year

Year Units for sale Median price Vs newest Avg mileage
2017 138 $15,298 49% 100,468 mi
2018 484 $16,549 53% 85,941 mi
2019 470 $18,963 61% 72,531 mi
2020 148 $19,990 64% 61,111 mi
2021 119 $21,455 69% 62,230 mi
2022 109 $23,567 75% 47,941 mi
2023 1,935 $24,960 80% 31,437 mi
2024 551 $24,726 79% 37,492 mi
2025 5,093 $31,251 100% 6,098 mi

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Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2017 1 148 Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes
2018 3 116 Engine, Power Train, Unknown Or Other
2019 2 262 Engine, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System
2020 0 105 Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Engine
2021 0 140 Engine, Power Train, Unknown Or Other
2022 0 62 Exterior Lighting, Engine, Unknown Or Other
2023 0 59 Unknown Or Other, Electrical System, Service Brakes
2024 0 41 Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes, Engine
2025 0 25 Service Brakes, Unknown Or Other, Forward Collision Avoidance

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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