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2019 Mazda CX-5

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

Class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles: AWD 4dr SUV, FWD 4dr SUV
Engines: 2.2L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 187–227 hp
Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Seats: 5
Fuel: Diesel, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best): 29 combined · 28 city / 31 hwy
Length: 179.1 in
Curb weight: 3,400–3,532 lb
NHTSA rating: ★★★★★
Recalls: 2 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 29 MPG combined — 16% better than the average 2019 small SUV (25.1 MPG).
AWD / 4WD available
5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Mazda CX-5 is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.2L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 179 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,532 lb (AWD 4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (28 city / 31 highway), 16% better than the 2019 small SUV average of 25.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 272 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

What changed for 2019

Engine added: 2.5L 4-cyl turbo

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 CX-5 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine187 hp2.5L 4-cyl

Engine227 hp2.5L turbo 4-cyl

DriveAWD/4WD

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Grand TouringTouringGrand Touring ReserveSignature

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

Built in: Hiroshima, Japan · Hofu, Yamaguchi

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 CX-5 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
AWD 4dr SUV	179.1 in	72.4 in	66.1 in	106.3 in	63 / 63 in	3,532 lb	57/43
FWD 4dr SUV	179.1 in	72.4 in	66.1 in	106.3 in	63 / 63 in	3,400 lb	59/41

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
CX-5 2WD Diesel	2.2L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	28 / 31 / 29	+16%	$3,300	348
CX-5 2WD	2.5L 4-cyl	Automatic (S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	25 / 31 / 28	+12%	$2,400	322
CX-5 4WD Diesel	2.2L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S6)	4-Wheel Drive	27 / 30 / 28	+18%	$3,400	365
CX-5 4WD	2.5L 4-cyl	Automatic (S6)	4-Wheel Drive	24 / 30 / 26	+9%	$2,600	335
CX-5 2WD	2.5L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S6)	Front-Wheel Drive	23 / 28 / 25	0%	$2,700	355
CX-5 4WD	2.5L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (S6)	4-Wheel Drive	22 / 27 / 24	+1%	$2,800	370

6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

6/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $1,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

25.1 MPG2019 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

Version	Overall	Frontal	Driver / passenger	Side	Side pole	Rollover	Rollover risk
2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	5★ / 5★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	16.9%
2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV FWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	5★ / 5★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	17.4%

StandardElectronic stability control

OptionalForward collision warning

OptionalLane departure warning

Frontal crash test — 2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Side crash test — 2019 Mazda CX-5 SUV AWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2019 small SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2019 Mazda CX-5 (this car)	29 MPG	★★★★★	2
2019 Toyota RAV4	40 MPG	★★★★★	8
2019 Honda CR-V	30 MPG	★★★★★	8
2019 Hyundai Tucson	26 MPG	★★★★★	1
2019 Subaru Forester	29 MPG	★★★★★	3
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan	25 MPG	★★★★★	5
2019 Kia Sportage	25 MPG	★★★★★	2

Recalls (2)

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Nov 12, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V875000 · 121,038 vehicles

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 5321K.

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) · Jun 27, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V497000 · 262,220 vehicles

Problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018-2019 CX-5, Mazda6, and 2019 Mazda3 vehicles. A software error in the powertrain control module (PCM) may cause the engine to stall.
Risk: An unexpected stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began August 20, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3719F.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Mazda CX-5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

272Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

7Involved a crash

2Involved a fire

5Injuries reported

17,000 miTypical mileage at failure

Engine132

Unknown Or Other50

Electrical System44

Power Train32

Fuel/Propulsion System16

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking15

Vehicle Speed Control11

Visibility/Wiper9

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Mazda CX-5 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Engine — 132 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
Electrical System — 44 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Power Train — 32 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 17,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Mazda CX-5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other CX-5 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2026 CX-5	26	184.6 in	Not rated	0	17
2025 CX-5	28	179.9 in	★★★★★	0	29
2024 CX-5	28	179.9 in	★★★★★	0	46
2023 CX-5	26	179.9 in	★★★★★	0	67
2022 CX-5	26	179.1 in	★★★★★	0	65
2021 CX-5	28	179.1 in	★★★★★	0	148
2020 CX-5	28	179.1 in	★★★★★	0	108
2018 CX-5	29	179.1 in	★★★★★	3	352
2017 CX-5	27	179.1 in	Not rated	1	150
2016 CX-5	29	179.1 in	Not rated	4	511
2015 CX-5	29	179.1 in	Not rated	3	123
2014 CX-5	29	179.1 in	Not rated	3	306

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mazda. How we calculate this →