Mazda has updated the range of its 2017/18 #CarsAwards Family Car category winner – the CX-5 ­– with the addition of Individual-spec 2.0-litre front-wheel-drive and 2.5-litre all-wheel-drive automatic derivatives. Herewith details of theconsolidated CX-5 line-up…

Earlier this year, the CX-5 2.5 Individual was named a category winner in the 2017/18 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank, ahead of the highly-rated Volkswagen Tiguan 1.4 TSI Comfortline R-Line DSG and Peugeot 3008 1.6T GT-Line. With this upgrade, which increases the Hiroshima-based marque’s family car range to 8 derivatives, the #CarsAwards-winning 2.5 Individual automatic gains an all-wheel drivetrain and its standard features include, inter alia, a tilt/slide sunroof, satnav, front and rear parking sensors, head-up display and an automatic tailgate.

Higher-spec CX-5 derivatives blend tasteful leather-trimmed interiors with a raft of onboard technologies.

Active-spec derivatives

Standard features:

LED headlamps andLED front fog lamps17-inch alloy wheelsCloth seatsMultifunction steering wheelPush-button keyless startCruise controlRain-sensing wipersAuto headlamps & levellingDual-zone climate control (with rear ventilation)Electronic parking brakeReverse camera7-inch infotainment system6-speaker radio/CD/aux/USB audio systemBluetooth hands-freeUSB for rear centre armrest40:20:40 folding rear seatsISOfix child seat anchor pointPrivacy glassHill Launch AssistAuto door lock

The CX-5 scores strongly in terms of practicality; its utility space is much improved compared with theprevious model.

Dynamic-spec derivatives

Standard features (over and above Active specification):

Smart advanced keyless entry19-inch alloy wheelsLeather seats8-way electrically adjustable driver’s seatPower lumbar support for driver’s seatAuto-folding side mirrorsAuto-dimming headlamps

We've compared the top-of-the-range CX-5 with theHyundai Tucson 2.0CRDi Elite. Read the comparative review here.

Individual-spec derivatives

Standard features (over and above Dynamic specification):

Driver + Passenger 8-way power adjustableAdaptive LED headlampsBOSE with 10 speakersParking Sensors front and rearBlind Spot MonitoringLane Departure WarningLane Keeping AssistSmart City Brake Support (front and rear)Driver Attention AlertHead-up-display (Window Type)Satellite navigationPowerlift tailgatePower tilt and slide roof

The CX-5 range is backed by a 3-year unlimited kilometre service plan, factory warranty and roadside assistance, plus a 5-year corrosion warranty.

Watch our in-depth video review and comparison of the Mazda CX-5 and Hyundai Tucson below…

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