Suv Petrol Automatic FWD 5-seat

Mazda CX-5

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Second-generation KF-series Mazda CX-5, current outgoing South African range Current version 2017 Body style SUV
CX-5 is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 688,400
On-road in
ZAR 705,922
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 688,400
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,050
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,100
Insurance
ZAR 7,572
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 688,400
Finance estimate from ZAR 10,007/month Based on 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1998cc (2.0L) Torque:213Nm (157 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:200mm (7.9″) Power:121kW (162 bhp) Boot438L (15.5 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.7 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.1 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Mazda CX-5 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 10,007
Total Interest
ZAR 145,398
Total Payable
ZAR 600,398
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Mazda CX-5

CX-5 is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The Mazda CX-5 fills a specific place in the South African market: a mature five-seat family SUV for buyers who prefer a proven naturally aspirated drivetrain and established ownership package, while accepting that a replacement is imminent. It is a mid-size family suv with petrol power. The current South African range is 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Dynamic Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD. Active focuses on price access, Dynamic adds commonly used convenience, and Carbon provides the strongest visual and cabin treatment. Timing is unusually important because Mazda has confirmed the third-generation model for August 2026. The current range uses a naturally aspirated 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engine producing 121 kW and 213 Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox and front-wheel drive. Five seats, a 438-litre luggage area and a 40:20:40 folding rear backrest support family use. The natural buyer is someone seeking a mature five-seat family SUV for buyers who prefer a proven naturally aspirated drivetrain and established ownership package, while accepting that a replacement is imminent. Buyers should test parking visibility and compare the current range's transaction value with the incoming model rather than looking only at monthly payment. The long-established chassis, 438-litre boot and five-seat layout fit family touring. The 121 kW engine is adequate rather than performance-focused, so a fully loaded overtaking test is important for households that regularly travel at altitude. On faster roads in the CX-5, the useful questions are stability in wind, passing response at altitude, braking with a full passenger load and how often its drivetrain changes gear or calls on a range extender. The CX-5 is comfortable on maintained gravel and damaged roads, but it does not offer the low-range hardware expected for technical trails. The Mazda CX-5 deserves consideration for its clearly defined role as a mature five-seat family SUV for buyers who prefer a proven naturally aspirated drivetrain and established ownership package, while accepting that a replacement is imminent. The CX-5 has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a 6-Speed Auto transmission and a front-wheel drive drivetrain; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size

Mazda CX-5 — Quick Facts

Mazda CX-5 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD Base Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 570,500
2.0 Dynamic Edition Auto FWD Mid Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 617,900
2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD Top Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 688,400
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD Base Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 570,500
2.0 Dynamic Edition Auto FWD Mid Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 617,900
2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD Top Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l Automatic ZAR 688,400
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Mazda CX-5 Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the Mazda CX-5 Fits Best

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Who buys this

CX-5 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a front-wheel drive drivetrain. A shopper researching CX-5 should separate need from showroom appeal. If engine of 2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration for CX-5. If it appears only on an occasional trip, a less expensive derivative may leave more room for running costs for CX-5. Test the space with the actual child seats, bags, tools or stock, and confirm the equipment that belongs to the exact South African version for CX-5

City
Drive the CX-5 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A South African price reference of R617,900 matters when the cabin or load is full, and a South African price reference of R688,400 can change the cost of repeated short trips. Around town, CX-5 should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. Try the exact derivative with its normal occupants or equipment for CX-5. Look for easy entry, usable storage, predictable braking and a calm response at walking pace for CX-5. The relevance of a front-wheel drive drivetrain becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading for CX-5
Highway
Run CX-5 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a South African price reference of R617,900 and a South African price reference of R688,400 is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
Ground clearance varies slightly by current edition and the drivetrain is front-wheel drive. For CX-5, the sensible check is the exact fwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the CX-5 will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for CX-5. Check a front-wheel drive drivetrain against the stated drivetrain for CX-5. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for CX-5

Mazda CX-5 — Should You Buy It?

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CX-5 deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Buyers comparing the CX-5 should request a written quotation for the exact derivative, ask whether paint or dealer accessories change the financed amount and check that warranty and service-plan start dates are recorded correctly. The buying case for CX-5 is specific. A 6-Speed Auto transmission gives it a reason to be considered, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain set the boundaries. CX-5 is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in engine of 2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and accept the limitation represented by a 6-Speed Auto transmission. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for CX-5. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for CX-5

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R570,500
  • ✓Engine: 2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 121 kW @ 6000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed Auto
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for CX-5 can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for CX-5 depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written CX-5 quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate CX-5 budget.
  • ✕A short CX-5 test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕CX-5 capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent CX-5 grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published CX-5 figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm CX-5 stock and support terms.

Mazda CX-5 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Mazda CX-5 run from R570,500 to R688,400, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Dynamic Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

Ground clearance differs across the Mazda CX-5 range: 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD: 193 mm; 2.0 Dynamic Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD: 200 mm. Compare the exact derivative for steep driveways, gravel roads and uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Mazda CX-5 is 1998 cc, with output shown as 121 kW (162 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Mazda CX-5 is around 14.5 km/l.

CX-5 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a front-wheel drive drivetrain. A shopper researching CX-5 should separate need from showroom appeal.

Drive the CX-5 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A South African price reference of R617,900 matters when the cabin or load is full, and a South African price reference of R688,400 can change the cost of repeated short trips.

Run CX-5 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a South African price reference of R617,900 and a South African price reference of R688,400 is more...

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