2021 Mazda CX 5 Signature AWD Review: Price, Specs and More

*Disclosure: The 2021 Mazda CX 5 Signature AWD was provided to me for testing purposes and editorial consideration. All opinions are 100% my own*

As most of you know, Mazda is one of my favorite automotive brands and has been for years. Why? Well, on top of being sophisticated, fun and spirited, it is truly a breath of fresh air.

I recently had the pleasure of testing out the 2021 Mazda CX 5 Signature AWD SUV and as always it was definitely a very cool drive experience.

Although the CX-5 hasn’t received a full redesign since 2017, the stylish and fun compact crossover still remains fresh and at the top of its class. I am sure this has a lot to do with Mazda being very savvy and continuously adding new features, trim levels, and engines over the years. Speaking of a new feature…I couldn’t help but notice the larger 10.25 inch full color multimedia screen, which gives it a nice hi-tech feel for 2021.

Keep reading to learn more about the compact SUV…

2021 Mazda CX 5 Signature AWD Review

Who is this Compact SUV For?

• Drivers who are looking for a more compact and sophisticated SUV
• Buyers who wants good fuel economy
• Stylish singles, couples or small families
• Buyers who want a luxury vehicle that doesn’t break the bank
• Consumers with pets
• Drivers who need all wheel drive
• Buyers looking for a brand with a history of reliability

What we loved about the Mazda CX 5 Signature SUV

• Fun to drive
• Stylish exterior
• Cool, hip and comfortable interior
• Great handles
• AWD
• Seats 5
• Nappa leather seats
• Bose 12-speaker premium audio system
• Active driving display
• Backup Camera
• Safety technology
  • Blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, smart brake support, lane departure warning system, lane-keep assist, Mazda radar cruise control, driver attention alert, traffic sign recognition
• Keyless entry
• Remote start engine feature
• Mazda HMI Commander a/k/a middle console area
• Cargo space
• Push button start
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Convenient place to put shades
• Power liftgate with programmable height adjustment
• The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ 

Check out a few reasons I love the 2021 Mazda CX 5 Signature AWD by clicking below…

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Price/Specs/Key Features

The compact SUV comes in seven trim levels: Sport, Touring, Carbon Edition, Carbon Edition Turbo, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature…

Sport

• Starting MSRP:  $25,370.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • Mazda Connect w/10.25-inch center display & voice command
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Lane departure warning system
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • MPG: 25/31 (City, Hwy)
  • AWD
    • MPG: 24/30 (City, Hwy)

Touring

• Starting MSRP:  $27,110.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • 6-way power-adjusted driver’s seat
  • Heated driver’s and front passenger’s seat
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • MPG: 25/31 (City, Hwy)
  • AWD
    • MPG: 24/30 (City, Hwy)

Carbon Edition

• Starting MSRP:  $28,955.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • Exclusive Polymetal Gray Metallic paint
  • 19-inch alloy wheels with Black Metallic finish
  • Available Red leather seats
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • MPG: 25/31 (City, Hwy)
  • AWD
    • MPG: 24/30 (City, Hwy)

Grand Touring

• Starting MSRP:  $30,560.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • Bose 10-speaker audio sound system
  • Power sliding-glass moonroof with tilt feature
  • Rear power liftgate with programmable height adjustment
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • MPG: 25/31 (City, Hwy)
  • AWD
    • MPG: 24/30 (City, Hwy)

Things to know about the: Sport, Touring, Carbon Edition and Grand Touring trim levels:

• Engine: 187-hp, SKYACTIV 2.5 DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder
  • Gas engine available only
• Transmission: 6-speed automatic with manual-shift and sport mode
  • Automatic transmission only

Carbon Edition Turbo

• Starting MSRP:  $30,760.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • Turbo engine
  • Turbo badge
  • Exclusive Polymetal Gray Metallic paint
  • 19-inch alloy wheels with Black Metallic finish
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • MPG: 23/28 (City, Hwy)
  • AWD
    • MPG: 22/27 (City, Hwy)

Grand Touring Reserve

• Starting MSRP:  $35,385.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • i-ACTIV AWD & Off-road traction assist
  • Active driving display
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • Not available
  • AWD
    • MPG: 22/27 (City, Hwy)

Signature – (Vehicle Tested)

• Starting MSRP:  $37,505.00
• A Few Key Features:
  • Signature badge
  • Caturra Brown Nappa leather-trimmed seats
  • Smart city brake support–reverse
  • 360° view monitor with parking sensors
• Drivetrain Options:
  • FWD
    • Not available
  • AWD
    • Starting MSRP:  $37,505.00
    • MPG: 22/27/24 (City, Hwy, Combined)

Things to know about the Carbon Edition Turbo, Grand Touring Reserve and Signature trim levels:

• Engine: 250-hp, SKYACTIV -G 2.5 4-cylinder
  • Gas engine available only
• Transmission: SKYACTIV -Drive 6-speed automatic with manual-shift and Sport Mode
  • Automatic transmission only

Note: Skyactiv (branded as SKYACTIV) is a brand name for a series of technologies developed by Mazda that increase fuel efficiency and engine output. 

Mazda CX 5 Signature Warranty:

• New-Vehicle Limited Warranty:
  • 3-year, 36,000-mile overall warranty
• Powertrain Limited Warranty:
  • 5-year, 60,000-mile powertrain protection
• 24/7 Roadside Assistance Program:
  • 3-year/36,000-mile

Are you a Compact SUV kind of consumer? Wait let’s take this further are you a Mazda CX-5 kind of consumer? If so, tell us why! Inquiring minds want to know!

Have A Happy Healthy, and Remember to Always…Stay Sassy!