Imagine complaining about a 6 speed transmission in a world where CVT's are everywhere. I applaud Mazda for not going the CVT route!!

@letadeley8724

Жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@fartzr.schmelli3351

Жыл бұрын

I agree but a few more cogs are warranted these days just to keep the meager torque on tap. Turbo model not so much.

@wilburfinnigan2142

Жыл бұрын

@@fartzr.schmelli3351 Never had a problem 6 speeds are plenty and so is the performance, all you have to do is stem down on the accelerator and ZOOOOM ZOOOOOOOO !!!!

@balfaboy

Жыл бұрын

Right there with ya. Mazda 6 speed trannys have a good track record for durability as well.

@stevemillerecon

Жыл бұрын

Further: gear hunting sucks.

This is more of a 5 things I am nitpicking about not 5 things I hate.

@PinotNoir8469

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I own one and none of those things are a deal breaker.

@l4ndz3r

2 жыл бұрын

super agree lol... this is just for attention video vlog

@INCOGNITO-kd5ub

2 жыл бұрын

Yup 😂😂😂😂

@cityplanner3063

2 жыл бұрын

That is good. Nitpicking is important when I’m purchasing a car. Most cars won’t be bad so you have to nitpick

@bierce85

2 жыл бұрын

youtube in a nutshell

If you want something more . Then get the checkbook out brother . For this price range this car is a superb value

There is a very good reason why Mazda sticks with 6 speed.

You forgot to mention how the Mazda emblem doesn’t match your needs 😏

Strangely engineering wise, the transmission is one of the best things. Mazda did a complete clean sheet of the transmission. The goal was to tick 6 boxes - good fuel economy at high and low speeds, easy launch feel, easy hill start, direct feel, smooth but quick shifting. No transmission on market could do everything The key choice was avoid CVT (economy without direct feel), or DSG (easy startup on hill or on launch). But tradition torque converter is also lacking a bit of direct feel due to fluid (oil) bring primary driver of movement. Mazda resolved this by placing a direct lock up clutch further into transmission that removes the non-direct feel of a torque converter. It was a genius move. It means that every box is ticked and no other affordable transmission is a clever in this regard. But being economic also means that it doesn’t necessarily need the extra gears. The care cut nut (a mechanic who reviews) applauds the transmission say it’s among the best on market. Savagegeese goes as far as saying - Mazda proves that more than 6 gears isn’t really necessary, and that the transmission is the best auto on vehicle he’s driven under $50k

@briantii

Жыл бұрын

Spot on 100%. I don’t know how anyone could drive one and complain about the transmission. It really is good. I’d argue there are better, but all at a lot higher price.

I’ve driven 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9-speed automatics (and CVTs) over the years and the Mazda Skyactiv 6-speed auto was one of the best transmissions I remember. Ratios were well chosen and torque converter lock-up was very precisely regulated making for a very nice driving experience.

1) Other manufacturers are using more complicated transmissions and it's blowing up in their faces - reliability issues, excessive shifting, etc. This is a concept non-car people seem to fail to understand. Drive a ZF nine-speed and let me know how that works out for you - they are constantly shifting, and are known to fail. CVTs are no better, and DCTs have NO PLACE in a commuter vehicle. I would rather drive something durable and long-lasting, and Mazda's got it right. I bought the CX-5 BECAUSE of this proven, reliable, SERVICEABLE transaxle. 2) The keyfob sucks - however, as I store the keys in my pocket, I have less "false button presses" with this design than I ever did with my Hyundai. 3) I have the Preferred trim level, and do not have heated rear seats - but you raise a valid point! 4) Plastic buttons work and last for the long-haul. A LOT of manufacturers are using "soft touch" plastic buttons - these buttons "look" and "feel" nice until about year# 4 - after the fourth year, the material begins to become gummy and wears off. Plastic buttons work, and won't degrade like fancy buttons. 5) The infotainment system is BRILLIANT! I thought I'd hate it, but I actually started to really like it after a couple weeks of ownership and prefer it over touchscreens. 6) I prefer normally aspirated engines myself, but I know many people who would opt for the extra power in a lower-spec model.

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

BBISHOPPCM I agree 100 % I bought mine because it was non turbo 6 speed AWD and leather interior, there are about 12 cars in that class and the turbo/CVT/poor reliability eliminated most of them, the only other one I even thought about was the Toyota CRV and the Mazda drove better, more performance, better feel !!! so I am ZOOOOOM .......ZOOOOMING !!!! ! and enjoying the car !!!

@deanrhodenizer938

Жыл бұрын

Greetings from Canada. I agree with most of your comments. I have a 2017 CX-5 GS. I paid for the Apple Car Play upgrade when it became available, but this was not 100% bug free. I can be driving along listing to a book on Audible and the Infotainment System mysteriously reboots for no apparent reason. Additionally, when I first start driving a book will play for about two minutes, then mysteriously stop and resume for no apparent reason. I have Mazda Factory Navigation and was told it interferes with the Lane-Keep-Assist feature as sometimes it cannot recognize lane markings for no apparent reason. Mostly, I am satisfied with the vehicle, but I was disappointed that I could not get a turbo version in my model year.

I have a 2016 CX-5 with 33,000 miles on. I couldn't afford a newer one but I am in love everytime I get behind the wheel. All the things you mentioned are personal preference. Gas mileage and reliability are tops on my list. ZOOM ZOOM!

@Luciano-IL

2 жыл бұрын

i'm with you on that......

@AV-kc2ro

2 жыл бұрын

How are you liking the back seat and cargo space? The only reason I’m leaning toward a rav4 is because it’s a bit bigger

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

@@AV-kc2ro The Toyota does not drive or handle as well........

@fartzr.schmelli3351

Жыл бұрын

Go girl!! You sound just like my wife! She loves her CX-5 probably more than me. Lol 😆 🤣

I actually like the lack of touch screen. No finger prints! Wish more vehicles were like this.

@MollyMA13

Жыл бұрын

My Hyundai has an almost matte touch screen- no fingerprints!

@haphuong412

Жыл бұрын

Same here. Especially the passengee next to the driver don’t have sit up and move close to screen to touch to use menu when sitting in the most comfortable position

@frostburn311

Жыл бұрын

Anytime I’m using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto I’d much rather be able to just touch the screen

@brussell328

Жыл бұрын

The point is it would make more sense for Mazda to have a touch screen AND the dial. They shouldn't force the driver in one direction or the other.

@terrydanks

Жыл бұрын

Surprised this has not been mentioned. My 2021 CX-5 DOES have a touch screen. Wrinkle is the screen becomes non-touch when the vehicle is in motion. But, sitting in your driveway, or wherever, it IS a touch screen!

That was one of the lamest "things I hate about this car" I've ever seen. Here's the summary: You would rather they use the less reliable 8 or 10 speed transmissions, instead of the very reliable 6 speed transmission (that still gets 34mpg on the highway for me). You would rather them add an additional $12K to the price tag so that they could use less plastic You would rather the FOB buttons be a little bit larger, and the FOB be made of titanium so they could charge $1200 for the FOB You would rather the remote start be on the FOB instead of on the Mazda app on your phone You would rather them make the infotainment screen touch enabled so they could join other manufacturers in the class action lawsuits regarding safety around touchscreens You would rather not have to turn a dial to tune into a radio station the first time, where you then add it to your favorites and can access it immediately from that point on. 🙄

@toddsmith1617

9 ай бұрын

I would rather have the auto remote start on the FOB than my phone with only three months to use than have to pay every month for it.

6 speed automatic is fine! To hell with 8 and 10 speed, what is wrong with you?!

@bakulaw86

Жыл бұрын

Exactly, thats the only reason i bought my cx5, because of the 6 speed, i was avoiding cvts, also dont like the 8-10 speed

@rizwanaly

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, less jittery drive, less gear hunting... Less chance of breaking down... It is already better with 6 speed with their own inhouse engine instead of a generic third party CVT engine being used by a dozen car makers...

@oleksandrs1102

Жыл бұрын

6 is so nicer and funnier than 10.

@pleasureplays

Жыл бұрын

He thinks the more the better. Definitely not a guy that should be doing car videos on yt lmao

@scottlathrop66

Жыл бұрын

HE is a typical entitled whiney millennial.

I thought i was going to watch five things that were actually legitimate problems with the car but these were five things that you nit picked. I got a 2021 cx5 carbon edition last June so almost a year ago and have zero complaints about it

@PinotNoir8469

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! So happy with mine too.

@ssnobrakesable

2 жыл бұрын

Me too !

@dc66driver64

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I think the same thing. I guess you can never please everyone. I guess. I thought the same thing. Knit picking problems. Why did you buy the car. Go buy the BMW. Sounded like a bitch the whole time. I think he's a Hyundai salesman.

@antonioaguirre5424

2 жыл бұрын

Me three

@Bob-yi2dp

2 жыл бұрын

I’m jealous…love the carbon edition! Although I am very happy with my 2019 Cx-5 signature

I think you are unnecessarly complaining for things that are just perfectly fine.

If those are the only things,you don’t like about this car,than it’s great car! Who really cares about those things!? I love the fact,that they’re still using six speed transmission .They are so reliable ,shifting so nice and smooth. I own 3 different Mazda models,Mazda 6 has 260 000 miles,original transmission !!

@kahugumuiruri9057

2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for the problems too but it turns out its a good car. I want a Mazda.

@Luciano-IL

2 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%

@Bob-yi2dp

2 жыл бұрын

I’m with you on this. I also own 3 Mazdas. 2012 3 (130k mileage) …2016 6 and 2019 Cx-5

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

@@kahugumuiruri9057 Try one you will love it !!!

@crazygump2370

Жыл бұрын

I currently own a 2015 cx5 with 275000 kms on it just ordered a 2023 cx5 glad they still have the 6 speed

I must say that I would rather take this 6 speed manual/automatic than any of the 8 speed CVT transmission or whatever it is so popular these days. It is a reliable and solid transmission. On the other hand I absolutely agree about ZF trans too. Good video

@michaelriley4681

2 жыл бұрын

You must realize that many cars with 8, 9, or 10 speed automatics are not CVT transmissions. Also, they tend to shift smoother and tend to show better fuel performance by up to 10% to 11%.

@timkudryavtsev4133

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelriley4681 they also tend to break more often. Nissan is the perfect example of that.

@Luciano-IL

2 жыл бұрын

Tim, nope the video was not so good... mostly bitching...... (i do not work for mazda but i own new one a 3 model)

@timkudryavtsev4133

2 жыл бұрын

@@Luciano-IL I did not want to sound rude and complain about this video. But I also made my point. I would rather buy a manual or automatic from Mazda than any cvt. These transmissions are reliable and improved.

@davidbrooks1724

2 жыл бұрын

1000 percent correct. The programming in the new garbage transmissions are garbage

Plastic controls in cars! What do you expect, what other materials do other car makers use?

@bbishoppcm

2 жыл бұрын

Gold plated titanium!

Hello Ben, can you explain to me why a 6speed automatic is seen as less than a 8 speed or a ten speed. Research shows that 8 speed to 10 speeds is overkill for inner city driving. 8 speed and ten speeds tend to not know what gear it should be in at lower speeds. You speak like having a 6 speed transmission is out of style like it's a fashion thing. Are you reviewing a vehicle or are you reviewing clothing? There is also a remote start built into the vehicle using a smart phone app. So it does have a remote starter, contrary to what you said. I do agree the Key FOB is a bit odd. Generally your review is pretty good. But not exactly accurate. Most of what you picked on are trivial and have no to little impact on a consumer's buy or not buy decision.

@nsbioy

2 жыл бұрын

moar is betterer, right? right?

Just a note, on any "multi speed" transmisisons, like the ZF 8, 9, 10, etc...Those are not sequential transmissions. They will not operate linearly. Many people don't realize that this is the case. It will not flow from 1st thru 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc...It will "hop" and go from 1st, to say, 2 or 3rd, then 5th, then maybe 7th, etc...They are not actually performers, they are fuel economy solutions...And the CX-5 with SkyActiv just doesn't need to do it...Just saying. The transmission in the CX-5 is as, or more energy efficient than all other NON CVT transmissions, and nearly as efficient as the best CVTs.

To be honest all these things don’t bother me I can care less about touch screen. All I care about is ride quality and longevity.

This is a lot of nitpicking for nothing, Mazda CX5, great car on all aspects, and it's reliable, I have a 2019 top trim in Europe. All cars have some kinds of plastic buttons, even Mercedes and Ferraris do I don't see a problem with that and Ferraris become sticky in time, Mazda's hold up as well as their beautiful inside trim. Their six speed automatic is plenty enough and hyper reliable unlike some other brands transmissions.

Thanks for the review. I would rather take the tried and true Mazda 6 speed than a potentially crappy CVT or 8 or 9 speeds that are heavier and have more points of failure. You really don't need anything more than a 6 speed. It's for trying to scrape more mpgs and now you are stuck with a constantly shifting 8-10 speed. I hate the way CVTs shift anyway and are a nightmare if they fail cost wise. Mazda has thought this through and are well aware of what they are doing. It's break proof smooth and reliable. Reliability trumps complexity every time. My 2015 gets almost 26-27 mpg city and over 30 hwy. Fob is not an issue for me. I'll pass on heated seats anyway. Remaining issues are not a deal breaker and i'm ok with them.

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

Sal Have the same 2015 for years and great reliable car ......

@sbalak

2 жыл бұрын

@@wilburfinnigan2142 Certainly is . 130 K and going strong. Regards.

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

@@sbalak Mine only has 37,000 miles on it, retired do not drive much.....

@sbalak

2 жыл бұрын

@@wilburfinnigan2142 excellent. it will last a long time.

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

@@sbalak It will be the last car I will buy as I am 81 years old and it should outlast me and my daughter can have it !!!

I have the 2021 Grand Touring Reserve. The only thing that I would agree about here is the key fob. I don't care for it either. I prefer the buttons to be larger. The other items mentioned - ehh. I think some of the items not liked are actually positives. Like the tranny being 6 speed. I've driven the 8 plus speeds and to me - those trannies just drive me bonkers with the gear switching. Give me the 6 speed with its reliability any day. Also the radio control - big plus. I don't like a touch screen - you have to reach over (eyes off the road) - it gets all smudgy - etc. Much safer with the knob once you get used to it. Never used the rear seat heaters but I suppose that could be an issue - but I mean this is really stretching now looking for negatives ...

The ZF 8-speed is rear wheel drive only. The front wheel drive based BMW’s use an Aisin Unit. The shiny black plastic is horrible but it doesn’t equate to being cheap given the fact that it’s the darling of luxury providers such as Audi. The turbo is no longer available on the lower priced Carbon Edition due to the chip shortage. The chips for the turbo’s ECU are limited so it only makes sense to maximize profits for those you can produce.

for the 3rd issue, definitely you didn't use the car too much. First of all, you set the favorite radio station once, that's why is called favorite and you don't have to do it while driving. And for the searching while driving , you can use the controls on the wheel, just keep pressed the "next" button and it will automatically stop when the next radio station is found. I get it that we are in 2022 and a touch screen is common sense, but the scenarios you complained about are fine without touch screen. There are some scenarios when you might want the touchscreen tough.. :))

I would have a 6 speed engine than a CVT engine. If your complaining about the engine go to other car makers. I actually went to Mazda for the reliability and not CVT and the best bang for your buck. Warning. Some manufacturers don’t tell you it has CVT unless you research or read the fine print on engine specs. The best engines are non CVT. Love the Mazda SUV. May get the CX-60 for the V6 non CVT engine . 🥂I don’t own a Benz anymore tired of the euros. 😂

This is the whiniest car review I have ever heard. Seriously, the list is nitpicking to the extreme. I didn’t really understand the comments about the plastic buttons. Of course they are plastic. We’re you expecting metal? I own a 2019 CX 5 turbo, and it far and away outperforms anything in its class. I could care less about a touch screen. I am driving a car, not an iPad.

ZF 8 speed automatic wouldn’t work in this car because it’s a front wheel drive platform, those only work on rear wheel drive platforms. The ZF 9 speeds are for front wheel drive biased vehicles and that transmission is a disaster. I don’t understand why people complain about Mazda’s super reliable and smooth 6 speed when the majority of its direct competitors are using CVTs or the janky zf 9 speed.🙄 I think the only exception is the RAV4 and Tiguan.

@fy6633

2 жыл бұрын

Mazda only have 6 gears in 2022 while other car manufactures has 7+ gears and mazda uses their same engine on all cars

@Guiggs17

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. The 6speed is fine, don't give the best possible mileage but is good enough. It's very reliable even when pushed in offroad conditions. It never gears hunt and nobody have great issues so far. All this being very smooth. In my opinion is one of the best features of this car, since reliability is one of the most important items. Almost all 7,8 and 10 speeds does a bit of gear hunt and increase a lot the car price, so I'm fine with the 6 speed.

@aus_life

2 жыл бұрын

@@Guiggs17 take his 6 speed over CVT or dual clutch transmissions. Toyota's CVT is always searching for gears. This is reliable, works and very Mazda. Infotainment system is also very easy to navigate. There is a whole range of shortcut buttons around the dial. To move radio stations, you can use the forward and back buttons on the steering wheel. Not sure what this guy is after?

@niuhuskieguy

2 жыл бұрын

People always want to that zf 8 speed in front drive vehicles. I mean I know it's a good transmission, but it's like people don't know it's not for front drive vehicles.

@bbishoppcm

2 жыл бұрын

@@fy6633 More is not always better - consider longevity, cost, and dependability. I'm sick and tired of automakers cramming vehicles with over-engineered, underbuilt, and costly drivetrains into vehicles. I LOVE the six-speed - it works, and has proven itself to be fairly robust.

I agree with the placement of rear seats heat buttons. The rest of the observations are not that important for a potential CX-5 buyer. Thanks.

Your issue with the 6-speed is unfounded IMHO. The 8/10 speeds are more complex and prone to earlier (expensive) problems. If it ain't broke.....

drove the CX 5 for 2months....as a rental.... loved it....great handling and perfect for small fam

CX-5 owner here. Transmission doesn't bother me as it's known to be reliable and it's pretty smooth. I've never thought about the heated seats in the back since I've never had three people back there, but that should probably be put on the doors. As for the materials. The only thing that bothers me is the piano black plastic. Particularly near the shifter as that's a high traffic area so it gets dirty quick and is hard to clean without scratching the shit out of that plastic. The touch screen safety thing is real. A study was done and messing with a touch screen while driving is equivalent to driving under the influence. That said I agree they should just make it touch screen like everyone else safety be damned. lol

@mohdsaad6764

2 жыл бұрын

Hey I need ur help.i hav booked cx 5 in dubai and they say infotainment is touch when car is not running orelse when running touch is disabled. Kindly reply

@Nikephorus

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2020 and the touch screen only works when the car is not in motion. I believe they removed that in 2021 and the screen can only be operated by the rotary knob near the shifter now.

@mohdsaad6764

2 жыл бұрын

Bt how is the overall experience bro especially i chose this over CRV .so wht ur say on urbexperience.and are you from UK.

@Nikephorus

2 жыл бұрын

Overall very happy with it and don't regret buying it. Even though it's a crossover it's just very fun to drive. The engine is pretty peppy and it corners like a car. Some of my favorite things are the heads up display (You would think it's a gimmick, but now I hate driving vehicles without it). Radar cruiser control is super convenient, the automatic high beams and wipers all work pretty well. I only have about 14k km on it, but I haven't had any issues. Oh and I'm from Canada.

@mohdsaad6764

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nikephorus thanks alot for your prompt replies. Really means really appreciate it...so most probably on comming Sunday I'm taking out my car...mid option for which I paid 10k dirhums extra especially for heads-up display and 4wd..

when you have three people sitting next to each other you don't need a heated seat

I have driven two previous cx5 s and am currently driving a 2022 cx5 AWD. Fabulous. My only gripe is the ridiculous key fob. I will not have a cvt gearbox/ transmission; they are great when new but as they age their reliability is questionable. Good review. Hope Mazda looks at these issues.

Bought mine specifically because it didn't have cvt trash and no auto start/stop or cylinder deactivation

I would prefer a smaller key fob. And another thing is the shiny black plastic that goes around the gear shift and window buttons. I would prefer a flat black or something. Maybe the same trim that’s on the doors that’s a dark gray.

The six speed is a very reliable transmission that is why they don’t use the others you mentioned. Toyota doesn’t change their stuff up and stay with what’s reliable.

There is one thing that prevented me from buying the CX-5: inconvenient driver's position (seat vs wheel vs pedals). I wouldn't pay attention to the five things listed in this video.

@fvvfvbbbb

2 жыл бұрын

Can you provide more details on what you mean by this?

@cruiseadmiral

2 жыл бұрын

@@fvvfvbbbb Sure. 1. Limited legroom. 2. The way the seat height adjustments works: it goes too close to the pedals as you to set it higher.

@fvvfvbbbb

2 жыл бұрын

@@cruiseadmiral thanks for the reply, will keep that in mind if we get around to test driving.

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

@@cruiseadmiral What ???? Goes close to the pedals??? What you talking about ??? Seat goes up and down and back and forth and tilts back and DUUUUUHH!!!! The steering wheel TILTS and telescopes, that is goes in and out !!!! WOW !!!! Pay attention and read the owners manual !!! How to operate your car !!! And I am 6ft 2 and 240 not a small guy and I have plenty of room !!!

@cruiseadmiral

2 жыл бұрын

@@wilburfinnigan2142 Please look at the car and see how it works. Move the seat all the way back and then adjust the height to the max. There is no need to "read manuals".

Really enjoy the format with 5 things you like and 5 things you don’t. It’s nice to have both sides of it in a concise easy to watch format. Keep it up!

My wife and I just made a 1100 mile trip 2 weeks into purchasing a 2022 CX5 premium. Overall impressions are good...we still kept our 2013 Honda CRV with the 5spd AT. Our BSM sensor was "blocked" twice while traveling on the highway. The Owner's manual is rubbish in my opinion...trying to find why this happened. In a few minutes later, the message went away. I rented a Nissan Altima several years ago, travelling the same highway with the BSM system and never had this happen..an omen of bad things to come with this car. I've owned several Mazdas in the past and have always been happy with them...very dependable. Appreciate your honest review...yes, the rear center console is an interesting conundrum..rear seat is rarely used for us. One other observations....US Mazdas have black cladding around the wheel openings where other places, e.g. in Canada, they're painted. Saw this in the brochure..just strange.

@purrfectstormz8225

2 жыл бұрын

The Signature 2022 has painted cladding

I have a 2020 CX-5, which is the last year with a touch screen, and honestly, the screen is too far away from the driver to be reached (and I have long arms). It also doesn't work when the car is in motion, making the feature nearly useless. In two years, I have used the touch screen maybe three times. The dial works great and is much more comfortable and you can use it when the car is moving.

These are the things you nitpick BEFORE you purchase the vehicle. That's why they call them "test drives".

The first thing you should've gone over is how you wasted your money on that atrocious color.

More gears don't mean better driving experience, better fuel economy may be

No luxury/premium automakers really have remote start on their key fobs if you’ve noticed. With the exception of Cadillac and Maserati, having remote start on the key fob screams economy funny enough. If you don’t have it on the fob and you have an app for it, that indicates your car is nicer🤷‍♂️

Just bought a 2022 CX-5 Preferred trim and if you want to start the vehicle remote you do it through the smart phone app among other things. 😊 Edit: IMO it's not that difficult to use the infotainment without the touch screen. I personally don't like smudges on the display screen and having to wipe it down all the time.

@dcjosh93

Жыл бұрын

Do you have to pay for the app?

You know you remote start the car from the app right?

I’m currently looking forward to my new CX5 scheduled for Sept/Oct this year: I’ve loved my Peugeot 3008’s 8 speed auto gearbox immensely, is super smooth and there’s always a suitable gear selected, I wish the Mazda had a similar transmission, but we’ll see.

This was a reach

This guy obviously didn’t do his homework. 6 speeds transmission are the best. Great fuel economy along with a lot less issues. Next the auto start is in the Mazda app you download when you buy the car.

@yournightmare9999

Жыл бұрын

Low IQ people don't know about that

I agree with the touch screen part too.. I've been using voice commands for everything and it's a little bit better

Damn you’re trying to find faults where they don’t exist.

You're clearly a glass half empty guy, who puts touch screen 'convenience' above road safety.

I like the plastic buttons, it works great, never fail and you don't need to look to now where they are. I've driven some BMWs and Audis with touch buttons and they are awful. Nice to look, but terrible to use. Sometimes doesn't work, very easy to touch by accident and the ones with piano black are dust and grease magnets.

I Just bought a CPO 2019 CX-5 Grand Touring and I have a TOUCH SCREEN and center console dials as well! Love the looks on the Newer screen and I’m surprised that it’s not a touchscreen! I’ve recently owned a 2019 Avalon XSE, and a 2015 Durango Limited! I put 5k miles monthly on these vehicles! Want to see how reliable it will be on my hands (Good maintenance) etc, and how I’ll love to use 6 speeds transmissions again! The other 2 had 8 speeds! I’ve owned Manual and 5/6 Speed Auto Trans. Vehicles in the past too.

The key fob definitely took some getting used to. Every time I use my wife’s Toyota I notice how much easier it is to use.

I own a mazda, i think the transmission is ok, key is also clever to put the button on the side since it accidentally pushed if it’s on the front. Interior quality is much better than before. It took time but I agree it’s safer to not use touch screen and that’s why to put a lil bit far from the driver, and for me it’s very easy to use.

I bought cx-3for my kid, but biggest complain is size of gas tank, hold less than 10 gallon. Is cx-5 has require less trip to gas station?

I traded in my 2019 for a 2022. Check out the intermittent windshield wiper set up. They work via camera--they aren't on some set timer. And I have to say, the camera on mine isn't too good. It doesn't matter if you put them on slow, medium or fast--the wipers will do what the camera tells it to do. And on mine, if it's not really raining, but retained water is blowing from the hood, the camera doesn't recognize it....so I have to put the wipers on auto to get them to work. Once during a light, but steady drizzle, I drove several blocks just to see how long it would be before the wipers would work....it took several minutes to get one little wipe. I took it in for service--but their tests of it (spraying water on the windshield) said: all ok. It's not. It drives me crazy. I like the car--I agree with the complicated entertainment system comment too. Much preferred my 2019 entertainment system.

In the past several years I have purchased new a Totota RAV4, A new Honda CR-V and currently drive a purchased new Mazda CX-5. Traded the RAV4 in on the CR-V. Had no especial complaints with the RAV4. Traded the CR-V in on the CX-5 for a very specific reason, that of Honda's "oil depletion problem" with the smaller engine coupled with a turbo. This problem was a sword of Damocles for me, driving short distances in cold conditions. That said, I doubt I will buy another CX-5 and may well go back to a CR-V in another year. I liked the CR-V and loved the fact it came with a remote start in the trim level I had. Not sure how Honda is doing with that oil depletion fiasco. I'd have to check to see if that is still a concern. All in all, I'd prefer a larger engine with no turbo than be concerned with turbo reliability issues. Call me old school but turbos used to be problems waiting to happen. But I did prefer the CR-V over the CX-5 for several reasons. 1/ Larger cargo area. 2/ Preferred the control layout. I find the controls on the Mazda to be hard to operate while driving. Selecting the window defroster while in motion is a "stab in the dark" thing and impossible with gloves on. 3/ The CX-5 key fob is a problem. On 3 occasions I have found my hatchback open because I've accidently triggered it from the fob in my pocket. Never had that happen with any other car. Now I'm paranoid about it! LOL! 4/ The CR-V has standard remote start and it works from the fob. I don't "hate" my CX-5. But overall, I preferred the CR-V. Have to see what the RAV4 is offering these days.

I’d gladly get the base model and pay for the turbo if it cost $2k or less extra.

I rented a CX-5 for 5 months and I HATED that key fob! Couldn’t get use to it and had to look at it every time I used it. The buttons on the side are way too small

I have remote start on y 2021 Grand Touring Reserve through the Mazda app. Maybe you do too? I totally agree with you on the point about being able to get the turbo with cloth seats and the lack of touch screen...I don't like the leather but had to get it to get the turbo and trying to change radio stations or input an address in the navigation system is a total nightmare. One last thing, the reason why the Miata still has a touch screen is because it is running an older version of the infotainment system.

I would like Mazda to not only make a remote start battery key but to have it be a remote shut off as well. I have a 2017 Mazda CX-5 in awesome condition, but I also have my 1996 Mazda Protege still and it got stolen from Motel 6 while I was packing up to leave. I heard my car screech off and saw it go bye-bye. So it would be nice for Mazda to either make their cars unable to drive off unless you are in the car with the entry remote key, or make the entry remote key shut the car off if someone gets in your car and tries to drive away. This is 2022. I don't think it would be hard to do. Other than that, I like Mazda's. By Shiloh Ray

@yournightmare9999

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In my 22 cx9 i can start car by phone but when you open door car automatically turn off

Mazda app to remote start. It has been flawless. Why would you want one on the keyfob? My Hondas, you had to literally be within 20 feet to start. What's the point? My Mazda app starts my car from my office to the parking garage 2 blocks away. Mazda's previous touchscreen was only a touchscreen when parked or going less than 5-10 mph. Once you are use to using it, and know the short cuts, it is great.

how does the paddle shifter work?

delivered a cx5 in late may ,was to be delivered June. Delivery times have changed a few times now September may be ?

Remote start comes through the Mazda connect app which is complimentary for the first 3 years

Can they not offer a closed console area? I can't stand looking at the things I need to keep there for easy grabbing, but don't want to look at it

Man, imagine being so upset over the most childish things... lol

I don't think I'm using it correctly, but the backup camera does not have any audio tones once you get close to another vehicle any suggestions? Thanks

@briansturm6618

2 жыл бұрын

Go to the settings on the screen and scroll to the blind spot/back up warning sounds

@moz2g

2 жыл бұрын

it does, but not accurate

@theartistformerlyknownas7871

2 жыл бұрын

@@briansturm6618 for some reason I don't see those settings in the blind spot warning sounds. I have a mid level model 2022.

6 speed transmission more reliable than 8,10 speed ones and CVT.

I was waiting for a functionality problem. Not personal preferences.

I can understand the infotainment system complaint but I can live with everything else

Lame whinging over not much. No problems with my 6 speed.

one more thing - the Mazda does not load GPS map at factory on a GPS ready system. Customer has to pay big $$$ to get it as an accessory. It is absurd! One goes to a electronic store and buy any brand GPS device, the map it PRE-LOADED!

Those higher gear transmissions hunt for gears.

I have a Mazda 3 2021 i used to have the Mazda 3 2016 and a thing I hate and can't stand is that in the old mazda you would get a message and if you're busy and can't get to it, it'll go away after a few seconds which I liked but now I have to press ignore for it to go away which is annoying and distracting. Another thing is if I have android auto on and I am using maps I can't read my messages because since it is not touch screen, the control button cannot press for it to read so I have no way of reading my messages now while I'm driving. If you have a suggestion please let me know I would really appreciate that. Also I don't like the key it's too big and the buttons too small also another thing I hate is that it doesn't have remote startup in the key and the only way is through the app which it's ok but I have to take out my phone and put my password everytime when I could just use my key if it had the feature.

If you want to know what a complex infotainment system is? Try the one on any Lexus, and you will see what a real nightmare it is. When you are familiar with the Mazda knob, you don't separate your eyes from the road, you don't have to look at the knob.

Keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road! Is it that cool to fiddle around on the screen? .

Key fob is a huge problem. If you carry it in your pocket or purse (ladies) the buttons trigger by touch and the hatch or doors open on their own. I have returned to the parking lot of a golf course in the rain to find my hatch open. Also if you put the fob in your pocket and put your foot on the back bumper to tie your golf shoes the hatch may trigger and come down on your head. It has happened to me several time. For that reason alone (virtually no security) I would not buy another CX 5.

A typical Millennial that talks very quickly a typical Millennial that complains about a minor issue with a six-speed transmission absolutely ridiculous

I have a 2022 Mazda CX-5 with the Premium Plus package. I came out of a 2010 Nissan Altima SL. One thing I hate about my Mazda is that I can’t get out and lock the doors while the car is running, even when the fob is with me outside of the car. The doors simply won’t lock. I was able to do it with my Nissan and found it convenient when stopping by the mailboxes to grab my mail. The Mazda does have remote start through the app, it was one of the reasons I decided to purchase this car. My hope was that I could have the car running with the AC going so when I got inside, the car would be cool. I live in Vegas and getting in your car in the summer is miserable. What sucks is the AC only starts to cool when the car is actually moving. My Nissan didn’t have remote start so I would have to turn the car on, then the AC , and leave it running with the doors locked while I went back inside. The AC would cool without the car actually moving. Those are my two biggest gripes.

I agree on a stripped down version with a turbo. Also they have the 6 cylinder coming so that should help horsepower and performance. The only thing I don’t like is the front end on turns but I can step up in price point for another car . Anyway good video .

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

David Most manufactures do not put the top engine choice in a stripped down cheap body !!!

I hate it doesn’t tell you which tire is low. They’re 10 plus years behind on that.

I agree with #5, the other four things don't bother me.

Five comments. I have a 2021. (1) Agree about the key fob. Not my favorite. Remote start is on the Mazda app and is totally useless. (2) Do people really listen to the radio? I haven’t listened in over 20 years so using the tuner is no problem and I don’t even know, or want to know, where it is. Might be just me. (3) Not having a touch screen sucks. But I have about 1800 albums on Apple Music and use Car Play. I select albums, shuffle play and I’m good to go😃 (4). Turbo?! It’s an SUV. If I want to go fast, I’ll buy a muscle car. I absolutely don’t see the need for fast SUVs, IMO. In fact, the reason why I didn’t purchase one of the the higher trims is because they have the turbo. (5) The 6 speed auto is tried and true. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it……….Excellent vid 👍🏻 The Boomer has spoken😂😂😂😂😂.

@wilburfinnigan2142

2 жыл бұрын

jerry and I agree !!! We have only a couple of stations we can get out in the boonies and I have them set no problem !!!

it was funny about the “much needed” touchscreen and the “old” 6-speed gearbox )))

The 6AT transmission is Mazda's own independent research and development and complete manufacturing, with excellent response and durability, the actual performance does not even belong to many other 8AT transmissions, I think Mazda should not replace the third-party transmission

I have a 2021 and love it! Previous vehicle an Acura… and I have to say, I love this more.

I own a ‘22 CX-5 Preferred trim…am very happy with it. Just a couple of minor stuff I wish Mazda have on this model(s): a lockable glove compartment for valuables when using valet service; and better protection padding (like rubber) on the left footrest than normal carpeting.

The remote start is built into the my mazda app

Does anyone have issues with Android auto crashing frequently? I am not sure how to fix this.

6 speeds, doesnt hunt for gears. Why not go to CVT, then its ultimate speeds? Key fob? I couldn't make it past a quarter way through.

Some luxury cars have more plastics in the interior than the CX5

Appreciate the video thanks. Yes, he is nit-picking but at least that means there's not much to dislike about the car.

For me, I can't stand the collision avoidance as several times the car locked the brakes thinking a collision was immediate when i was going around a car turning right - horrible system so i disable this as soon as I get into the car. I HATE how i use manual tuning on the radio (cause so easy to spin the dial to switch around the channels) and it won't keep the setting, if i switch to something else, i have to crawl back into the menu to setup manual tuning feature - it doesn't save settings (like disabling collision avoidance or manual setup). I also hate when i am making a left turn in a left turn double lane with my blinker on, it makes all types of noises and beeps and steering jerks thinking you are going to crash when you are not. This automatic car warning systems are not great and wish i could disable all of it (and it would save my settings where i only have to do it once).

good review, i own the mazda 3 now, and the CX-5 should be delivered soon. I got to say, i don't agree your take on the infotainment.. The radio is DAB+ so you can just select the channel you want. Also, i've never used the touchscreen in my mazda 3, always used the knob. works very intuitive.

Lack of digital speedo as the speed limit tolerance is only 3kmh in australia.

complaining about the 6 speed as "the norm is now 8" means that you've no idea of what you're talking about.