2022 MAZDA CX-5 Review

July 8th, 2022 by

2022 Mazda CX-5 with the trunk open

 

The Mazda CX-5 is a popular pick here at Tulley Mazda, but it’s not just Hudson and Merrimack drivers who love this stellar SUV. Industry experts have performed their own Mazda CX-5 review, and the results are glowing. See what the biggest names in the industry have to say in this Mazda CX-5 review.

The MAZDA CX-5 Tops the Segment

The 2022 Mazda CX-5 is listed by Car and Driver in its annual list of the top “Compact SUVs.” It outshined even its toughest competitors such as:

  • Volkswagen Tiguan
  • Hyundai Tucson
  • Honda CR-V
  • Ford Bronco Sport
  • Toyota RAV4

Why is the Mazda CX-5 at the top of the pack? Check out the Mazda CX-5 review from Car and Driver, Edmunds, and TrueCar below.

MAZDA CX-5 Review – Car and Driver

Car and Driver has chosen the Mazda CX-5 as the top vehicle in the compact SUV class. According to the editors, “No competitors can match the Mazda’s elegantly styled and richly appointed interior. The 2022 CX-5’s transcendent traits simply outpace all of its classmates, so we put it on our 2022 Editors’ Choice list.” Editors were impressed by its robust engine performance, noting,“The CX-5’s standard 187-hp four-cylinder engine has great throttle response when pulling away from stoplights or hustling around town, so it feels quicker than it actually is.”

MAZDA CX-5 Review – Edmunds

The team at Edmunds also performed a Mazda CX-5 review, stating, “The CX-5 is unmatched when it comes to combining performance and refinement in such an affordable package.”Other noteworthy highlights include:

  • “Keen handling and steering make the CX-5 enjoyable to drive”
  • “Attractive and upscale cabin for a premium experience”
  • “Optional turbocharged engine provides plenty of power”
  • “Quiet at highway speeds”

MAZDA CX-5 Review – TrueCar

TrueCar is another fan of the Mazda CX-5. It’s Mazda CX-5 review stated, “The handling is both sporty and refined, and the optional turbocharged engine packs impressive muscle.” What was the TrueCar verdict? “The Mazda CX-5 has a ritzy cabin, and it’s easily one of the most fun-to-drive picks in its class.”

Create Your Own 2022 MAZDA CX-5 Review

While what the experts have to say is important, the most important Mazda CX-5 review is yours. Visit Tulley Mazda today to take the Mazda CX-5 for a spin and experience all of the highlights listed above. You can also explore the Mazda lineup more in-depth or check out the available Mazda CX-5 trim levels to find your match.

 

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