I'm coming from a 2017 Honda Civic sedan touring. I'm starting to investigate for my next car. So far the Mazda CX-5 GTR is the clear favorite.
I like the size and appearance. I like the fact that it has a turbo. The interior is nice.
But I would love to see a refresh - especially a technology refresh.
The head unit display size is supposed to be 7 inch, but it definitely appears smaller than my Honda 7 inch display.
My Honda will pretty much steer itself when using "Lane Keeping Assist". I've read that the CX-5 has a "Lane Trace Mode" for LAS which keeps the car centered in its Lane, but people say it's very subdued.
It has emergency automatic braking and pedestrian breaking, but the description seems to be loaded with disclaimers and "yeah buts". This could be enhanced or maybe just described properly.
Any car that has push-button start should have remote start built-in, using the default key fob, as standard.
The key fob looks like it's too easy to pocket press the buttons. I see complaints that people are frequently coming outside and finding their lift gates open.
I don't see the point of a power rear lift gate unless it has "hands-free" capability.
I've read that the tires are noisy and too narrow which helps to increase stopping distance.
What would others like to see in a refresh?
Barry.