A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Mazda All-New CX-5 vs Volkswagen Crafter: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Recorded price context
All-New CX-5:
announced from
ZAR 570,000
·
Crafter:
current from
ZAR 861,200
Five key differences
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Specification
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Maximum Power
All-New CX-5132 kW @ 6000 rpm
Crafter103 kW
Maximum Torque
All-New CX-5240 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Crafter340 Nm
Engine Size
All-New CX-52488 cc
Crafter1968 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
All-New CX-513.2 km/l
Crafter16.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
All-New CX-5205 mm
Crafter195 mm
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Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Third-generation Mazda CX-5 for South Africa
Current South African Crafter listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
All-new third-generation model; no facelift applies
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Van
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
upcoming
published
Segment
Medium SUV
Van
Vehicle Type
Passenger Vehicle
Van
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
4x2 configuration for the local line-up
Tare Mass Kg
-
GVM class 5000 kg
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Length
4690 mm
7391 mm
Width
1860 mm
2040 mm
Height
1695 mm
2590 mm
Wheelbase
2815 mm
4490 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
205 mm
195 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
200 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
56 l
75 l
Boot/Cargo Space
466 l
-
Kerb Weight
1629 kg
-
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2190 kg
6000 kg
Payload Capacity
561 kg
-
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.0 m
-
Front Headroom
1007 mm
-
Rear Headroom
1020 mm
-
Front Legroom
1058 mm
-
Rear Legroom
1012 mm
-
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Engine
2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2488 cc
1968 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
89 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
100 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
132 kW @ 6000 rpm
103 kW
Maximum Torque
240 Nm @ 4000 rpm
340 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
187 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
10.4 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Normal, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
81.0 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
147.3 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
4x2
LSD Available
Not Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.624
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
4x2
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Torque Converter Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
8
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
16.7 km/l
City Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
13.6 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
19.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
56 l
75 l
Emission Standard
Euro VI
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
16.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
56
75
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Airbags
7
Driver and front passenger airbags
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front and Rear
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Front and Rear
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Seat Material
Black Cloth
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Multi-colour
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
40:20:40
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual (Driver & Passenger)
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Black Cloth
Cloth
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
-
Standard
Interior Colour Options
-
Black
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Crafter grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black
Interior Colours
-
Black
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Climate Control
Dual-Zone Automatic
Not Available
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Smart Keyless Entry
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Manual
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
AC Type
Dual-Zone Automatic
Not Available
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
12V Accessory Socket
-
Standard
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Front Power Outlet
-
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
6-8
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
Standard
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Power Socket 12v
-
Standard
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
crafter
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Infotainment System
Mazda Connect
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Not Applicable
USB Ports
2 USB-C
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
12.9-inch
SYNC
Touchscreen
12.9-inch
SYNC
FM Radio
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
12.9-inch
SYNC
Audio
-
AM/FM stereo
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Radio
-
AM/FM
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Aero Grey, Arctic White, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Navy Blue Mica, Polymetal Grey, Rhodium White, Soul Red Crystal
3
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Body Type
-
Van
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Approach Angle
17.9 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
23.3 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Normal, Sport
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
16.8 deg
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
195 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
195 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Tyre Size
225/65 R17
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary 155/80 R17
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
17x7J
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic Parking Brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
CO2 Emissions
174 g/km
193238 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Idle CO2 Output
-
193238
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
193238
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Service Plan
5 Years/Unlimited km
Not Available
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Ownership Role
Upcoming exact South African retail grade with confirmed launch price
South Africa market model
Price Zar
570000 ZAR
1406000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Announced launch price
Active local lineup
Starting Price
570000
1406000
Starting Price Zar
570000
1406000
Spec
All-New CX-5
Crafter
Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
3 years / 120 000 km
Basic Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
3 years / 120 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This All-New CX-5 and Crafter comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
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What the evidence means
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Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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