Item: 2016 Mazda CX-5
Rating: 7
Author: Peter Anderson

Mazda CX-5 Akera 2016 review: snapshot

Mazda CX-5 (Akera shown)

The Akera is the top-of-the-range CX-5 and adds yet more standard features to the already impressive list for a $3320 increase.

The majority of the Akera's extras are to do with safety and lighting.

The 2.0 litre is not available in the Akera so you have a choice of 2.5-litre petrol or 2.2-litre turbo-diesel, both automatic and all-wheel drive. The 2.5's kerb weight is 1630kg while the diesel adds 75kg to weigh in at 1705kg.

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On top of the GT's specification, the Akera picks up radar cruise control and adaptive LED headlights.

The already-comprehensive safety feature list grows with the addition of driver attention detector (tells you to take a break if it thinks you're tired), adaptive LED headlights, forward obstruction warning, forward collision warning, lane departure warning and lane keep assist.

Mazda CX-5 2016: Akera (4x4)

Engine Type	Inline 4, 2.5L
Fuel Type	Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency	7.4L/100km (combined)
Seating	5
Price From	$14,630 - $19,250
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$18,317

Based on 345 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.

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$8,950

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$26,990

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Vehicle	Specs	Price*
Maxx (4x2)	2.0L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$10,780 - $14,740
Maxx (4x2)	2.0L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED MANUAL	$9,130 - $12,870
Maxx Safety (4x2)	2.0L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$12,540 - $16,720

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*Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

Mazda CX-5 Akera 2016 review: snapshot

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