In the San Jose auto show, a local Mazda dealership rep (Oak Tree Mazda) had no clue the 2.5L CX-5 even exists, kept pointing me at the new 6. However, the other rep, which I think was corporate, said "they said January" referring to the news release. She also said no pre-orders.
I still think the first vehicles will be here pretty soon. Last year, this story was very similar, Mazda said "Mid February" and sure enough, the very first 2013 vehicles arrived late February.
I also saw the Forester Limited (the higher trim), next door. Compared to the CX-5 Sport it looks pretty nice, perhaps too large for what I want. Still, way too much head room and seeing much hood from the driver's seat. You know I highly prefer the CX-5 and think it's superior, except for the AWD system (but if you really care about off-road, perhaps a Cherokee or Wrangler is for you).