The 2025 Mazda CX-5 in a Nutshell
Mazda had a smash hit on its hands when it debuted the CX-5 way back in 2012. It was the right car for the right time, too, as the market further embraced crossovers. It replaced the largely forgettable Tribute, and it was all for the best. From languishing in the compact crossover market, Mazda has become one of the top picks in that segment.
There’s an all-new CX-5 for 2026, and it’s about time, as the current second-gen model has been around since late 2016. Despite its age, it’s still a pretty competitive model, still holding off the likes of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 the best it can.
But while we wait for the third-generation model to arrive in showrooms, here’s what the present model has to offer. There are eight trims available, along with two engine choices and two drivetrain options. Prices range from $29,050 to $41,080.
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2025 Mazda CX-5 Lease Deals for December
As this generation draws to a close, Mazda is offering a hugely tempting lease deal for the CX-5. It’s for the entry-level 2.5 S AWD, and it’s one that should be worth considering for those looking for a compact crossover.
This month, you can lease the CX-5 S AWD for just $189 per month for 36 months with $4,771 due at signing. That promo includes a $1,250 lease cash offer to further sweeten the deal. Per the usual, it’s 10,000 miles per year with an additional $0.15 for every mile exceeding that. Offer is valid until January 5, 2026.
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2025 Mazda CX-5 Highlights
The base CX-5 already comes pretty well equipped, as it includes all-wheel drive from the get-go. There’s that, along with blind-spot monitoring, LED headlights, and i-Activesense advanced driver-assist features, so the 2.5 S isn’t what we’d call bare. The 2.5 S Select adds larger 19-inch wheels, heated seats, and dual-zone climate control. As for the S Preferred, that one gets leather seats, power-adjustable front seats, a larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen, and a sunroof.
Move up to the Carbon Edition, and it gets black exterior highlights, plus wireless charging and phone integration, and a Bose 10-speaker sound system. The Premium then adds a head-up display, 360-degree cameras, and ventilated seats. We then get to the Turbo models that include the Carbon, Premium, and the exclusive Signature edition.
For engines, most trims use a 2.5-liter mill good for 187 hp and 186 lb-ft, while the turbo models use the same block but boosted for a good chunk of power. That one makes 227 hp and 310 lb-ft. All CX-5s get all-wheel drive standard.
Final Thoughts
It’s not the freshest compact crossover out there, but it’s still a hugely competent car. It drives well, rides well, and offers a great value proposition. But perhaps its biggest problem is that the CX-50 exists. That said, the current CX-5 has a lot to offer, and the lease deal on it right now makes it worth considering.
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