2026 Mazda CX-5
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD is a brand-new SUV offering exceptional style, comfort, and performance, making it an ideal choice for South African buyers seeking a reliable, affordable vehicle. This sleek model combines modern design with Mazda’s renowned driving experience, ensuring great value at a competitive price.
Powered by a 2.0 SKYACTIV-G petrol engine producing 156 Hp, paired with a smooth CVT transmission, the CX-5 delivers impressive fuel efficiency at just 7.2 L/100km. Its practical features include five spacious seats, five doors, and a versatile body type perfect for family and daily use. The SUV’s fuel economy and dynamic handling make it suitable for both city driving and longer journeys.
Located in Woodmead East, Midrand, Gauteng, this Mazda CX-5 is available for immediate purchase. Interested buyers can arrange a test drive or explore finance deals today, ensuring an easy and affordable way to buy the best price used or new SUVs in South Africa.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV for all your adventures - the sleek and powerful automatic SUV with 5 doors for easy access. With a massive boot size of up to 1914 litres, you'll have plenty of space for all your gear. This SUV stands tall at 1675mm, measuring 4550mm long and 1840mm wide, with a ground clearance of 185mm for off-road capabilities.
Experience the thrill of driving with 121.00 kW of power and 213.00 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0-100km/hr in just 10.40 seconds. With 6 gears and front-wheel drive, this SUV offers a smooth and efficient ride. Plus, with seating for 5, you can bring along the whole crew on your next journey.
Don't miss out on this incredible SUV - perfect for both city streets and rugged terrain. Upgrade your driving experience 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.
