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

June 17, 2021 By Dawn Gibson Leave a Comment

Mazda CX 5

*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.

Mazda CX 5

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…

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
Compact SUV

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+ 
Bose Sound System

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
Mazda CX 5
Mazda CX 5

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

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
Mazda CX 5

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!

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