Mazda CX-5 News | CarExpert
Mazda's CX-5 is losing its sportiest engine in its next generation, but the brand promises a hybrid with equal or greater performance.
www.carexpert.com.auHere are the latest notable updates on the Mazda CX-5:
- Global reveal of the all-new CX-5 (2026 model) signals a third generation with bolder styling, larger rear cargo area, and updated technology, including Mazda’s largest touchscreen and enhanced ADAS; launch was scheduled for 2026 in markets like Australia [source: Mazda global reveal press materials] [cite ].
- In the U.S. lineup, the 2026 CX-5 continues with Mazda’s i-Activsense safety suite, expanding standard features such as rear automatic braking, blind-spot monitoring, and radar-based cruise control; the model emphasizes improved interior space and tech usability [cite ].
- Industry outlets note Mazda is pursuing a hybrid strategy for the CX-5 in the near term, with reports of further powertrain diversification (including SkyActiv-Z concepts) and a pivot toward electrified options in future CX-5 iterations; detailed confirmations vary by region [cite ].
If you’d like, I can pull the most current regional press releases (USA, Europe, Australia) and summarize model specs, timelines, and pricing for your area. Would you like a quick side-by-side table for the 2025/2026 CX-5 variants available in Los Angeles?