2021 MAZDA CX-5 Gas Mileage

Rio Rancho and Santa Fe drivers in search of a performance-oriented compact SUV that still delivers fantastic fuel economy end up loving the new Mazda CX-5. What exactly are the 2021 Mazda CX-5 gas mileage ratings? Expect up to 31 mpg on the highway. For more detailed Mazda CX-5 AWD gas mileage ratings vs. FWD gas mileage ratings, as well as mpg specs by engine, read on! Meanwhile, don’t be shy about contacting us with questions. Here at University Mazda in Albuquerque, we want to help you into the perfect SUV for your needs and your budget!

2021 MAZDA CX-5 MPG Ratings by Engine Choice

The new Mazda CX-5 comes standard with a SKYACTIVⓇ-G 2.5L four-cylinder engine that makes 187 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque. The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve, Carbon Edition Turbo, and Mazda CX-5 Signature, on the other hand, boast a SKYACTIVⓇ-G 2.5T four-cylinder engine that produces up to 250 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque with premium fuel. What’s more, the Signature and Grand Touring Reserve trims are only available with i-ACTIV AWDⓇ.Now that you know a bit more about the Mazda CX-5 engines, you’re ready to learn the Mazda CX-5 gas mileage specs for each engine and trim combination. Here’s what you can expect from the entry-level Mazda CX-5 Sport:

• 187-hp SKYACTIVⓇ-G 2.5L four-cylinder with FWD: Up to 25 mpg city and 31 mpg highway
• 187-hp SKYACTIVⓇ-G 2.5L four-cylinder with i-ACTIV AWDⓇ: Up to 24 mpg city and 30 mpg highway

Choose a Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition Turbo, meanwhile, and you’ll still get a fantastic 23 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, even with the larger engine, when equipped with FWD. Choose the same vehicle with AWD, and mileage drops to a still-respectable 22 mpg city and 27 mpg highway — the same mileage you’ll get in a Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve or Signature model, which both boast standard AWD.

SKYACTIV®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS

The 2021 Mazda CX-5 offers standard SKYACTIV®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS with G-Vectoring Control. What does that mean? It means that as you drive the roads of Farmington to your favorite store or off to work in Espanola, your Mazda is continually adjusting power delivery and shifting weight while cornering, delivering a smoother, more composed ride. While the system is designed to work in the background, it provides undeniable agility to the new Mazda CX-5 that can’t be matched by other compact SUVs.

Drive Selection

All new Mazda CX-5 models boast a standard Drive Selection feature to help you set your vehicle’s handling preferences to your current mood. With just the flip of a switch, you can engage Sport mode, which will give you faster throttle response for merging, passing, and accelerating. Disengaging Sport Mode is just as easy, requiring only the flip of a switch once again to turn it off, resulting in sustained Mazda CX-5 mpg results.

Learn More About the 2021 CX-5’s Gas Mileage and Specs

There’s so much more to be discovered about the new 2021 Mazda CX-5! After all, the Mazda CX-5 mpg is just one the many impressive aspects of this new Mazda crossover SUV. The CX-5 also boasts unparalleled handling capability, highbrow style, and tons of available luxury features and safety features. To learn more, just give us a call today, or visit our dealership when safe and convenient. Meanwhile, browse our new Mazda CX-5 inventory to find your next SUV from the comfort of home!