Mazda CX-5 2020 review: GT snapshot

Akera pictured.
EXPERT RATING
8.1

Likes

Gorgeous styling
Interior fit and finish
Added off-road capability

Dislikes

Road noise still too high
Firm ride
No hybrid options
Tung Nguyen

News Editor

1 min read

The second-to-top CX-5 grade, the GT, starts off from $46,090, before on-road costs, for the 140kW/252Nm 2.5-litre petrol.

Stepping up to the 170kW/420Nm 2.5-litre turbo-petrol costs $48,590, while a 140kW/450Nm 2.2-litre twin-turbo diesel engine can also be had for $49,090.

From the outside, the GT features 19-inch wheels and a sunroof, while inside it boasts a leather interior available in black or white, powered front seats and a premium 10-speaker Bose sound system.

Standard equipment includes an 8.0-inch multimedia display with satellite navigation and smartphone mirroring, push-button start, keyless entry, head-up display and powered tailgate.

On the safety front, the GT is kitted out with autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, reversing camera, front and rear parking sensors and traffic sign recognition.

The Mazda CX-5 GT carries a maximum five-star ANCAP crash safety rating.

Read the full 2020 Mazda CX-5 review

Mazda CX-5 2020: Gt (Awd)

Engine Type Diesel Turbo 4, 2.2L
Fuel Type Diesel
Fuel Efficiency 5.7L/100km (combined)
Seating 5
Price From $24,530 - $30,250
Safety Rating

Pricing Guides

$26,833
Based on 309 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.
LOWEST PRICE
$14,990
HIGHEST PRICE
$38,989
Tung Nguyen

News Editor

Having studied journalism at Monash University, Tung started his motoring journalism career more than a decade ago at established publications like Carsales and Wheels magazine. Since then, he has risen through the ranks at GoAuto to Managing Editor before joining the CarsGuide team in 2019 as the newly-appointed News Editor. Since starting at CarsGuide, Tung has spearheaded the push for well-researched and unique stories that will shines a light on the automotive industry for new-car-buying intenders, who might struggle to keep up to date with the fast-paced environment of motoring. The last few years alone have seen an explosion of interest in electric cars, as well as a push for autonomous driving, and as News Editor, it is Tung’s job to stay abreast of all the latest and deliver stories worthy of CarsGuide growing audience.
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Pricing Guide
$14,990
Lowest price, based on CarsGuide listings over the last 6 months.
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2020 Mazda CX‑5
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