1. 2019 Product Update
The latest Mazda CX-5 has received interior and exterior specification updates in February this year which is applicable across the entire model line-up. The most significant update is Android AutoTM and Apple CarplayTM now feature standard on all derivatives.
Interior design updates:
- New air-conditioner panel pattern
- Chrome accents introduced to door mirror and window dials
- Redesigned commander and volume controls
Exterior updates:
- Colour change for the 17” alloy wheels available on the Active derivatives
- New wheel design on the 19” alloy wheels from the Dynamic model
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2. 2018 Product Update
The 2018 Mazda CX-5 model line-up update came with an array of enhancement features that include:
- Driver and passenger 8-way power adjustable seats
- 10 BOSE speakers
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Heads-up Display (HUD) that reflects on the windscreen
- Satellite navigation
- Powerlift tail gate
Advanced Safety Features on the Individual and Diesel derivatives include:
- Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
- Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
- Adaptive LED headlamps
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Related: Top 6 safety features on the Mazda CX-5
3. Line-up and Pricing
As of October 2019, prices include VAT and are as follows:
Mazda CX-5 2.0L Active 6MT FWD (MY18.5) R406,300
Mazda CX-5 2.0L Active 6AT FWD (MY18.5) R418,800
Mazda CX-5 2.0L Dynamic 6MT FWD (MY18.5) R432,400
Mazda CX-5 2.0L Dynamic 6AT FWD (MY18.5) R444,900
Mazda CX-5 2.0L Individual 6AT FWD (MY18.5) R503,600
Mazda CX-5 2.2L DE Active 6AT FWD (MY18.5) R492,300
Mazda CX-5 2.5L Individual 6AT AWD (MY18.5) R569,100
Mazda CX-5 2.2L DE Akera 6AT AWD (MY18.5) R597,900
Each model is available with a 3-year unlimited kilometre service plan, a 3-year factory warranty, 3-year roadside assistance and a 5-year Corrosion Warranty is also included.
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