See all Motoring NewsMazda has announced that a newly-updated CX-5 will go on sale in Europe early next year. The 2022 Mazda CX-5 introduces Mi-Drive driving modes, enhanced driving dynamics, new styling and stronger grade differentiation, improvements to on-board packaging and practicality and more safety features.
The 2022 CX-5 features Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive), which enables the driver to select the most appropriate drive mode with a touch of a button. Some model grades equipped with i-Activ AWD further benefit from an Off-Road Mode, which makes driving feel more natural on un-made and slippery surfaces.
Mazda’s next generation of Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture has now been applied to the 2022 CX-5, further evolving the bodyshell, suspension and seats to improve comfort and reduce fatigue. Road noise has also been reduced when driving on rough surfaces. The front end of the 2022 CX-5 features a new grille and wing design. Both front and rear lamp clusters have also been restyled, and a new exterior colour, Zircon Sand, has also been added to the range. Three new model grades incorporate subtle differences to define their distinctive characters.
The Newground features silver underguard-style treatment to the front and rear bumpers and door garnishes, black door mirrors, lime green accents to the front grille and 19-inch black machine-cut alloy wheels. The interior combines suede upholstery with lime green stitching and air-conditioning louvres.
The Homura boasts a sporting, gloss black finish to the front grille, signature wing, lower bumper sections, wheel arches, door garnishes and door mirrors, giving the body a taut, athletic look. 19-inch alloy wheels are finished in black metallic paint, and the front grille incorporates red accents. Red stitching trims the black leather seats, steering wheel, gear shift lever and door panels.
The GT LUX combines a unified, one-colour exterior which highlights the beauty of Kodo design’s dynamic forms. The brilliant gloss paint of the bright silver 19” alloy wheels enhances the appearance of the CX-5. The interior features Nappa leather and luxurious textures of woodgrain.
The interior of the 2022 CX-5 now boasts a wireless Qi phone charging tray in the centre console. The two-piece, reversible load-space floorboard and the tailgate sill are on the same level to aid loading. Newground models also feature a floorboard with a water-resistant side for wet or dirty items.
The updated CX-5’s range of i-Activsense safety systems now includes Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS). CTS helps reduce driver fatigue by assisting with accelerator, brake pedal and steering operations when stuck in traffic jams. Finally, the front Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH) have also evolved to give finer control over light distribution