2021 Mazda CX-5: Lots of Fun with Fuel Economy To Boot
December 24 2020,
The Mazda CX-5 has carved out its niche in the compact SUV segment over the years by offering buyers a sport utility vehicle that is fun to drive, dynamic and features impressive handling, all paired with an economical engine and impressive versatility.
With the new 2021 Mazda CX-5, the result is an SUV that stands out on many levels, and which overall has very little competition. Indeed, compact SUVs that are fun to drive and sporty are quite rare. The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is part of this select group
A multitude of efficient SKYACTIV engines in the 2021 Mazda CX-5
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is offered with a choice of two SKYACTIV engines that stands out for being particularly fuel efficient. The first option is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 187 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft. of torque. This engine provides one of the highest horsepower and torque ratings in the compact SUV. That said, this engine also offers a very attractive average fuel consumption of 9.8 liters per 100 kilometers in the city, and 7.9 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway when paired with all-wheel drive.
In the front-wheel drive version, fuel consumption is even lower with an average of 9.3 liters per 100 kilometers in the city and 7.6 liters per 100 kilometers on the highway.
A six-speed automatic transmission is standard on this engine which has proven its reliability over the years.
Now, if you would like even more performance from your compact SUV, you can opt for the powerful 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine offered in the 2021 Mazda CX-5. This engine delivers 227 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, making it the only engine in the segment to offer over 300 pound-feet of torque.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 offers three versions, and what you find across the lineup as you explore the features in the CX-5 family is that you get a ton of value when you opt for a Mazda CX-5. Ultimately, you will less for things like a panoramic sunroof, advanced safety features, dual-zone climate, advanced infotainment, and heated and ventilated seats.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 also offers over 1,500 litres of total cargo space which means you will never run out of space in your CX-5. Visit us today to learn more!
