In Europe, sales of a significantly improved version of Mazda’s modern, spacious and dynamic 2022 CX-5 SUV will begin in the first half of next year.
The Mazda CX-5 2022 will offer a choice of Mi-Drive driving modes, improved driving dynamics, a new design and stronger differentiation between equipment levels, improved interior design, more convenience, and a wider range of safety features.
2022 Mazda CX-5 Specs
The CX-5 2022 will feature Mazda’s ‘Intelligent Drive select’ (Mi-Drive), which allows the driver to select the most appropriate one-touch driving mode. Some versions equipped with i-Activ all-wheel-drive additionally have Off-Road mode, which makes the driving feel more natural on rough and slippery surfaces.
Mazda’s next-generation Skyactiv vehicle architecture has now been applied to the CX-5 2022, further developing the body structure, suspension, and seats to improve driving comfort and reduce fatigue. Road noise is also significantly reduced, especially when driving on rough surfaces such as macadam.
Next, the 2022 Mazda CX-5 SUV features a powerful new, three-dimensional grille and a new design of Mazda’s distinctive ‘wings’. The headlights and taillights have also been redesigned, and a new Zircon Sand body color has been added. The three new equipment levels contain subtle differences to define their distinctive characters.
Exterior
The Newground equipment features a silver protective and decorative front and rear bumper trim and decorative door moldings, black exterior mirror housings, lime green details on the front grille, and 19-inch specially machined aluminum wheels. The interior is a combination of suede upholstery with lime green seams and ventilation opening frames.
Homura equipment stands out with a sporty, glossy black lacquered front grille, black characteristic Mazda ‘wing’, lower bumper and fender edges, as well as black decorative moldings on the doors and mirror housings, which gives the body a more robust, sporty look. Its 19-inch alloy wheels are painted in black metallic paint, and the front grille includes red details. Red stitching adorns the black leather seats, steering wheel, gear lever, and door trim.
Takumi Plus equipment combines a unique, monochrome exterior that highlights the beauty of Kodo’s dynamic design shapes. The brilliantly shiny silver color of the 19-inch wheels emphasizes the ‘metallic’ look of the car. The interior is characterized by soft Nappa leather and luxurious textures of real wood paneling.
Interior
Inside, the CX-5 2022 now also offers the ability to wirelessly charge the phone on the center console. The two-part boot floor, which can be turned over, and the boot sill are flush for easier loading. Models with Newground equipment also have a boot floor with a waterproof side for wet or dirty items.
Improvements to i-Activsense security systems now include Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS). CTS helps reduce driver fatigue by helping to accelerate, brake, and steer when stuck in traffic jams. Finally, adaptive LED headlights (ALH) have also been improved to provide better control over light distribution.
Successive improvements and enhancements to every aspect of the vehicle have led the CX-5 to grow into a key Mazda model that accounts for about 21% of the company’s sales in Europe.
2022 Mazda CX-5 Price
2022 Mazda CX-5 price will be announced this autumn.
2022 Mazda CX-5 Release Date
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 is expected to be released by the end of 2021.