This puts it ahead of the Honda which is yet to consider the importance of crisp radio quality even when driving through a remote desert. This new model will include two new features, HD radio and Satellite radio which will be integrated on request. Mazda lovers would be grateful for the extra infotainment amenities provided in the 2016 CX-5. The rear seats are even more spacious with ample leg room for adults as well. The front row seats deliver the much needed comfort for two adults to fit in. Test drivers marveled at the exquisite and quite practical interior design all forged from materials of high quality. Placed side by side with the Honda, this model is quite lengthier by a few inches, which translates to more interior space. Rocking the same numbers dimension-wise, the Mazda 2016 CX-5 still has that compact look adored in the previous model. On the road, the automatic version provided sweeter acceleration power while the manual model boasted of a smooth transmission between gears, rivaling some of the top-tier compact SUVs out there. The Mazda CX-5 2016 is a front wheel driver SUV spotting a 6-speed transmission gear box on all base models. Compared to the Honda CR-V 2015, the manual transmission model gives more stiff competition as its automatic counterpart stays close within the competition.Ĭritics appreciated the vehicle’s stellar performance on the road. The Automatic transmission version manages an EPA of 26 city/33 highway. The consumer also gets a rear spoiler at the back, which is an optional feature that was offered in the preceding model as well.Ĭompared to its predecessor, the Mazda CX-5 has maintained the same fuel efficiency of 26/35 mpg in city and highway cruising.

But one can easily notice the additional tweak on the side doors and major enhancements that make the 2016 Mazda CX-5 look quite elongated and lean more towards a Sporty look. Looking close at the 2015 model, it’s clear to see that Mazda maintained the same body dimensions in the new 2016 version. Compare & Save! Top 10 Reasons to Buy a 2016 Mazda CX-5 - The Pros

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