G25 Pure AWD
$39,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.4 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Mazda
2026 Mazda CX-5
Medium SUV
On sale nowPetrol
From $39,990 plus on-road costs
The third-generation CX-5 is more restructure than refresh.
From$39,990+ORC
Engine2.5L petrol
Power132 kW
Fuel use7.4 L/100 km
Towing1,800 kgbraked
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the CX-5 yet. On paper, ANCAP rating against the 2026 protocol has not yet been published. The previous generation carried 5 stars from 2017.
Why consider it
- AWD now standard from $39,990 plus on-roads.
- Cabin material quality on Akera punches well above the price tag, and the steering and ride balance remain the segment's most enthusiast-friendly.
What to know
- No hybrid at launch and the turbo G35 has been dropped.
- The 5-year warranty is segment standard but trails Korean and Chinese rivals at 7 years and up.
Who it suits
Medium SUV buyers who value cabin materials, steering feel and AWD as standard. The Akera at $54,990 plus on-roads is unusually good for the money.
City drivers
Easy to live with and park
Small families
Practical everyday space
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.2.5L petrol
Powertrain
132 kW, 242 Nm
7.4 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Capped-price servicing on a 12 month or 15,000 km interval
Servicing
Grades and pricing
5 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G25 Pure AWD | $39,990 +ORC | 2.5L petrol | 132 kW | 7.4 L/100 km | AWD | |
| G25 Evolve AWD | $42,990 +ORC | 2.5L petrol | 132 kW | 7.4 L/100 km | AWD | |
| G25 Touring AWD | $47,490 +ORC | 2.5L petrol | 132 kW | 7.4 L/100 km | AWD | |
| G25 GT SP AWD | $51,990 +ORC | 2.5L petrol | 132 kW | 7.4 L/100 km | AWD | |
| G25 Akera AWD | $54,990 +ORC | 2.5L petrol | 132 kW | 7.4 L/100 km | AWD |
G25 Evolve AWD
$42,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.4 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
G25 Touring AWD
$47,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.4 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
G25 GT SP AWD
$51,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.4 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
G25 Akera AWD
$54,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 2.5L petrol
- Power
- 132 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.4 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a hybrid (Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson HEV), you want a longer factory warranty (Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson at 7 years), or you wanted the dropped turbo G35.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $39,990 plus on-roads for the G25 Pure AWD and tops out at $54,990 plus on-roads for the G25 Akera AWD, across 5 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
Is the new Mazda CX-5 all-wheel drive?
Yes. AWD is standard across the entire range from Pure up. The previous-generation Maxx FWD entry has been retired.
Does the Mazda CX-5 come as a hybrid?
Not at launch. The 2026 line-up is petrol only. The turbocharged G35 has also been dropped from this generation.
How much can the Mazda CX-5 tow?
2,000 kg braked across the range.
The Mazda CX-5 in full
The third-generation CX-5 is more restructure than refresh. Mazda has retired the FWD Maxx entry point and rebuilt the range around AWD as standard on every grade. The 2.5L NA petrol carries over at 132 kW and 242 Nm, paired to a six-speed automatic.
From$39,990+ORC
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