The Lemon IndexAll cars · Mazda CX-5 · 2021
2021 Mazda CX-5. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 25 / 31 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | 4WD | 24 / 30 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | FWD | 23 / 28 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | 4WD | 22 / 27 / 24 | Regular | $2,600 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,900 and 62,200 miles. Median 26,400, from 20 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 46,500 | 19,000–114,000 | 7 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 61% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 14% |
| Automatic emergency braking | 8% |
| Brakes | 7% |
| Electrical | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 148 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 10 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 501
Mazda filed 501 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Some customers may complain about high engine oil consumption
- Tapping noise from the engine during idling; etc., and synchronized to the engine rpm
- CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON with DTC P2610 and P2507 stored in memory after engine
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard | Standard |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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