The Mazda CX-5 continues to climb the rating charts in three categories because of its rating in the Compact SUV category, which comes in at 8.6 out of 10, according to U.S. News & World Report.
The publication uses 36 pieces of data and research elements to compile its ratings.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 comes in at number two for three categories: Compact SUVs, Crossover SUVs, and SUVs with 2 rows of seats.
The Pros of the 2021 Model
The 2021 model of the CX-5 has quite a few pros that many other SUVs in its segment are unable to boast, including the following:
- Sporty handling
- Potent turbocharged engine option
- Upscale interior
- Long list of standard features
- Terrific safety score
Brand New Features for the 2021 Model
Mazda has rolled out some brand new features for its 2021 CX-5, including the following:
- 10.25-inch touch screen
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay now standard
- Driver attention monitoring
- Reverse automatic emergency braking
- Diesel engine discontinued
- Carbon Edition trim debuts
Safe and Sound in the Mazda CX-5
The Mazda CX-5 received a five out of five possible stars from the NHTSA for overall safety. The SUV also received five-star ratings for front and side crash tests. The NHTSA rated this SUV four out of five stars in rollover crash tests.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gave this SUV Good ratings in all six of its crash tests, which is the highest rating available.
Safety features that come standard in the 2021 Mazda CX-5 include the following:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Forward collision warning
- Forward automatic emergency braking
- Pedestrian detection
- Lane departure warning
- Lane keep assist
- Blind spot monitoring
- Rear cross traffic alert
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- Rearview camera
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
If you are looking for optional safety features, look at the following:
- Adaptive headlights
- Head-up display
- Reverse automatic emergency braking
- Driver attention monitoring
- Surround-view parking camera system
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Traffic sign recognition
Available in Six Trim Levels
What makes the Mazda CX-5 even more popular is that it is available in six trim levels, giving you more options when determining what to purchase. If you have your mind set on this SUV, you can work on narrowing your search down to the trim level you desire. The 2021 model is available in Sport, Touring, Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, and Signature. Be sure to go for a test drive in one or more of these trim levels before making your final decision.
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