Australia was mentioned re features and model line up. Mazda seems to package things differently here as they do in every country. I don't you want to check out the Australian model line-up see here:
https://www.mazda.com.au/cars/mazda-cx-5/?nst=0&gclid=CPywq9f__9ACFYFjvAodQwYJdA
I bought a new CX5 diesel AWD in July. Soul red. Its the top of the range model, called the Akera here, and there are no other options you can get because it has them all. Just add accessories such as floor mats tec. The Akera appears to be similar to the US GT model, plus both option packs. Features list standard on the Akera:
* Adaptive LED Headlamps (ALH)
* Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
* Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
* Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
* Lane-keep Assist System (LAS)
* Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
* Side monitor camera
* Smart Brake Support (SBS) forward and reverse
* 19 inch alloy wheels with 225/55 tyres
* Front fog-lamps (LED)
* Power sliding and tilt glass sunroof
* Leather seat trim
* Power adjustable driver and front passenger seat with heating function
* 2-position memory function for driver’s seat
* Premium Bose 231 watt amplifier with 9 speakers
* Front and rear parking sensors
* Auto on/off headlamps
* Front wipers 2-speed with rain-sensing function
* 40/20/40 split-folding rear seats backrest (flat fold) and centre fold down armrest
* Dual-zone climate control*
* Leather wrapped gear shift knob and steering wheel
* Satellite navigation
* Advanced keyless push-button engine start
* Cruise control
* Electric parking brake
* 7-inch full colour touch screen display (MZD Connect)
* Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio capability
* Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
* Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
* Reverse camera
Now the bad news...... buy this car today new and the Mazda Australia recommended drive away price (including registration duty tax etc) is.
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A$54,500!!!
Which converts to
US$39,600!!!!!
I was able to pick up a old stock car that was 5 months old but still brand new and undriven, negotiated a deal to drive it away for A$43,500 (US$31,700). Cash. Which was the same price I could get a slightly used or demo GT for.
So happy with that.
You guys have nothing to complain about re car prices!!
The only accessories I wanted were:
Floor mats set - $150 from dealer. Ouch. A friend works for Mazda and picked them up for me trade price $110.
Tow bar. The CX5 is rated to tow 1800kgs here.
The lovely young accessories lady at the dealer once again offered me a super special deal, only $985 fitted! She seemed offended when I remarked that I only wanted the black painted version, not the 18 carat gold plated! Pass.....
So I went after market and a mobile guy came to my house and supplied and fitted new bar, wiring etc ready to go $595. All fully compliant with Australian standards.
Window tinting. Again the lovely Mazda lady offered me a "super special once only deal" of $950 or $1995 including tint, leather treatment and paint protection pack. No thanks! Got the latest type nano film fitted for $355 by my auto club's supplier.
And then I went and bought myself a Meguiars new car kit with Ultimate wax, ultimate car wash, glass cleaner, leather protector and vinyl protector all up $120. The day that I picked up the car, when I got home, I washed it, waxed it, and did the leather and vinyl with protectant.