Official 2017 CX-5 and CR-V EPA fuel economy ratings from FuelEconomy.gov website:
Yeah, Kaps caught that too. I posted the 2016 ratings, not 2017. My bad.
I was surprised at the difference between 2016 and 2017.
Official 2017 CX-5 and CR-V EPA fuel economy ratings from FuelEconomy.gov website:
Are these economy figures real world or laboratory based? Because if they are laboratory based, then they should be taken as a guide only. Real world experience is quite different.Official 2017 CX-5 and CR-V EPA fuel economy ratings from FuelEconomy.gov website:
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Official 2017 2nd-Gen CX-5 EPA Fuel Economy Ratings Are Out
I recently purchased a 2017 CX-5 (AWD GT with Premium Package) so I am completely biased in that I can easily say its the best car I’ve ever owned...and I’ve had more than my share. My children are grown and I am single so it was all about driving pleasure for me. I researched the CX-5 for the better part of a year and purposefully waited for the 2017 model. I was an early adopter since I needed a car by this weekend when my daughter returned from school. During my year long research, prior to the introduction of the 2017 model, I read a lot of comparisons between the CR-V and the CX-5, even though I never considered the CR-V (I think Hondas are awesome cars, but as others have said are rather soul-less and I was seeking an engaging car that was fun to drive). The consensus of all that I read was that the CX-5 is a better vehicle for the DRIVER, while the CR-V is a better car for everyone else (more room, more cargo space etc.) Again, my totally subjective opinion is that if I were buying a car that I plan to keep 10 years, I would want to avoid CVT (which is increasingly difficult) and turbo. Honestly you’re not going to get hurt either way...but the CX-5, IMHO feel and drives like a VW or and Audi which is what I was after. I hope it keeps brining on the smiles for a good long time! I’d also add if at all possible you should serious consider going for the GT with Premium. I don’t think I will ever be able to have a car w/o HUD ever again...its awesome!!!
Lane Departure... glad you folks are more trusting. My brother tried demonstrating that in his XC90 but it didn't seem to always correct the vehicle when he took his hands off the wheel.
Further, up here in Maine, line paint is awful. Not entirely sure what has changed, but I'd hazard a guess of a combination of Environmental Regulations and cost-cutting. But considering the heavy winters and all the plowing we get, the line paint is probably just decent 4-5 months per year. Often times they don't get around to re-striping until mid summer, and the newer stuff just isn't nearly as reflective as the older paint.
So, if the lines are s***, how good can the system be?
Lane Departure... glad you folks are more trusting. My brother tried demonstrating that in his XC90 but it didn't seem to always correct the vehicle when he took his hands off the wheel.
I just bought a 2017 CX-5 GT last night (Soul Red of course). I have been driving a 2003 CR-V since I bought it new back then. We test drove the CX-5 first and then the CR-V because I totally thought we were going to go with the Honda. It has served me well with little repairs over the years and I just figured we'd like it better. I was wrong. After driving the Mazda, the Honda seemed to be a let down. It was a perfectly fine vehicle, but it just seemed boring compared to the CX-5. We liked the ride in the Mazda better too. Prior to test driving, I researched every model in the class, compared until I was blue in the face. That helped me narrow down to the two. I say do the test drive and you may be able to make a quick decision.
Haha. This isn't the first time you've posted that LOL!
Saw a Soul Red 2017 yesterday when I was getting my oil changed. Have to admit that it is a looker (even if I don't think the 2017 styling is).
Yeah, Kaps caught that too. I posted the 2016 ratings, not 2017. My bad.
I was surprised at the difference between 2016 and 2017.
bluegrass disappeared. What did he buy????
Heard you can get 25% off the new Rogue. Wait for 2018 model and Nissan dealer will throw in 2017 left over Rogues in buy 1 get 1 free.
bluegrass disappeared. What did he buy????
Heard you can get 25% off the new Rogue. Wait for 2018 model and Nissan dealer will throw in 2017 left over Rogues in buy 1 get 1 free.
EPA did change the test procedure for 2017 MY, but all the EPA ratings prior to 2017 MY are also adjusted on the website. The result for 2016 CX-5 the highway rating on AWD has downgraded from 30 to 29 mpg. The EPA fuel economy comparison between 2017 and adjusted 2016 numbers from their website are legit and fair.They changed the way they test the MPG, so most cars went down for the 2017 model compared to previous years.Yeah, Kaps caught that too. I posted the 2016 ratings, not 2017. My bad.
I was surprised at the difference between 2016 and 2017.
Mazda has a horrible record and reputation for rust issues.
Supposedly they have rectified the problem, but just last year Mazda issued a 2.2 million vehicle recall, for premature rust. This included the CX5.
No, the rust recall on struts does include CX-5. And the parts are still not available yet in the US!Is this the recall you are talking about?
https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/mazda-recalls-22-million-cars-over-rust-risk-45587
Sounds like it had to do with the struts that hold open the trunk lid. I have to think its and isolated issue....and its the CX-3...NOT the CX-5 that was recalled
I'm a new owner as well....this doesn't concern me
No, the rust recall on struts does include CX-5. And the parts are still not available yet in the US!