
*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…

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)
- FWD
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)
- FWD
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)
- FWD
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)
- FWD
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)
- FWD
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)
- FWD
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)
- FWD
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!
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