2026 Mazda CX-5
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This 2026 CX-5 2.5 Active Edition arrives new with 0 km on the clock, presented as an automatic front‑wheel‑drive example — condition and provenance are clear from the odometer. It suits buyers after a modern, well‑specified compact family SUV, with the usual Mazda CX-5 strengths of tidy packaging and refinement.
As an automatic FWD vehicle the car is straightforward to live with for daily commuting, school runs and longer touring; the 2.5 Active Edition specification keeps controls simple and user‑friendly, making it easy to park and drive in traffic. If you are searching for a new CX-5 for sale or specifically a CX-5 2.5 Active Edition Auto FWD this is a tidy, showroom‑new option.
Located in Randjespark, Midrand, Gauteng. Enquire to book a viewing or a test drive and compare this listing with other CX-5 options on Auto.co.za to help decide.
SELLER'S COMMENTS
Introducing the ultimate SUV experience - our sleek and stylish automatic gearbox vehicle with 5 doors for easy access. Standing tall at 1695mm, and measuring 4690mm long and 2077mm wide, this SUV is perfect for any adventure. With a powerful 132.00 kW engine and 240.00 Nm of torque, you can go from 0-100km/hr in just 10.40 seconds. The 6 gears and front-wheel drive ensure a smooth and efficient ride, while the 5 seats provide ample space for all your passengers. Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your driving experience with this incredible SUV.
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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.
