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    Canadian gas usage

    yes, there was an improvement after the first oil change. around 9k
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    CX-5 Fuel economy

    fwd - city/32mpg & highway 4.1mpg
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    Squeaky drivers seat

    the same here ...
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    Canadian gas usage

    FWD - city70% and Hwy30% - 6.5% --- I have this consumption for the past 3 months already / 15,000 km on board. VERY HAPPY!!
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    My new CX-5

    I can stop be amazed about these cars. The colour was mine and wife's first choice - and she got it. Thus, I had to go with the second choice blue sky mica. Nice camera. I have to start some research into.
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    North America CX5 Owners: Would you trade-in your current gas SUV for a diesel one?

    I drove diesel cars back in Europe. I am driving gas cars here in Canada. I must say that I am more comfortable with a diesel driving experience (my choice). I really have a problem with VW prices/maintenance cost/repair cost; otherwise, I will be sold for a diesel car purchased from them. Some...
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    UK - latest Manufactures' Reliability Table

    6,000 km - not a single defect/issue / very happy with it
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    2nd Color Choice

    I have a sky blue mica .... an I love it :) I never thought that I will choose a blue colour for a car; but, cx5-blue had me from the dealer entrance. I had the option to go with silver, black, and blue.
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    North America CX5 Owners: Would you trade-in your current gas SUV for a diesel one?

    I was reviewing a number of CX5 diesel -drive tests. It seems, the diesel engine is a different world (headbang). If this engine comes in north america at the end of this year, are you willing to trade-in your current gas engine? My option: I will trade-in my current gas engine maybe at the end...
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    I feel so stooooooopid!

    mmmmm, this bring me to: I should check my tire pressure as well! Thanks for sharing.
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    0-60 MPH in 8.44 seconds

    Thank you for sharing this with us. I have a an AT. However, if I am shifting the gears manually, boy this CUV moves pretty well. I am more then satisfied. :)
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    What did you pay for your CX-5?

    Enjoy your new ride. I am in love with mine. :)
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    2nd 2013 Ford Escape Recall...

    I see no problem to have recalls on cars. However, my only concern will be any lack of quick response/fix; - and/or recalls which can not be fixed properly and affect the design/ performance of the cars. For example, a brand new body, frame, engine, and transmission are build from scratch and...
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