2026 Mazda CX-5
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
The brand new Mazda CX-5 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD is now available for sale in South Africa, offering a perfect blend of luxury and affordability. With its sleek SUV design, this 2026 model promises impressive performance and modern style, making it an attractive choice for discerning buyers seeking the best price on a new vehicle.
Equipped with a 2.0 SKYACTIV-G petrol engine producing 156 Hp, paired with a smooth CVT transmission, this Mazda CX-5 delivers excellent fuel efficiency at 7.2 L/100km. The practical five-seat layout, five-door body, and spacious interior make it ideal for family adventures or daily commuting. Its advanced Skyactiv technology ensures a dynamic driving experience with low running costs.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng, this vehicle is ready for immediate viewing and test drives. Take advantage of competitive finance deals and price comparisons today. Contact your local dealer to arrange a test drive and explore affordable options to buy this new Mazda CX-5 in South Africa.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV experience - our automatic gearbox, 5-door vehicle with a spacious boot size of up to 1914 litres. With dimensions of 1675mm high, 4550mm long, and 1840mm wide, this SUV boasts a ground clearance of 185mm for smooth driving on any terrain.
Powered by 121.00 kW and 213.00 Nm of torque, this vehicle accelerates from 0-100km/hr in just 10.40 seconds with its 6 gears and front-wheel drive. Comfortably seating 5 passengers, this SUV is perfect for families or those who love to travel in style. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this versatile and powerful SUV today!
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Mazda CX-5 safety rating
Rated 5 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection — ANCAP, 2025.
Australian-market RHD rating — indicative for SA only where the SA derivative matches the tested safety spec (airbags/ESC/AEB).
Mazda CX-5
Mazda’s CX-5 sits right in the thick of South Africa’s cutthroat family SUV market, squaring up to the Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan, and Nissan X-Trail. This is the SUV for someone who wants a genuinely upmarket feel but doesn’t care about a badge war. You’ve got petrol and diesel options, automatic or CVT gearboxes, and a price spectrum that’s almost comically broad. There are 27 active listings running from R169,900 to R664,800, but the real meat sits above R400k — that’s where you’ll find the newer, more desirable examples. With twelve new and fifteen used units in the mix, you’re not short on choices, whether you’re hunting low-mileage or a real bargain. The 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD stands out as the one most buyers will see on dealer floors — ten listings, priced from R419,900 up to R664,800. If you’re trawling the used market, you’ll spot models from 2016 to 2026 with an average of 52,636 km, which is decent value if you pack smart. For those pounding the N1 or N3, the 2.2DE AWD Akera diesel makes sense, thanks to its affordable price bracket (R269,900 to R329,900) and solid torque. Where the CX-5 pulls ahead of the X-Trail is with its interior: materials feel thoughtfully chosen, not just thrown together for a price point, and that’s the point when you’re spending R500k-plus. The RAV4 comes close on refinement, but Mazda still has the edge in how the cabin’s physical controls and materials gel — on paper at least, it’s what the CX-5 should have been from the start.
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2026 Mazda CX-5
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Mazda CX-5 FAQs
Common questions about the Mazda CX-5 in South Africa.

