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The 2026 Mazda CX-5, driven: It got bigger; plus, radical tech upgrade
- The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is bigger than the previous model, with a longer wheelbase improving interior space.
- Mazda introduces a new Google-based infotainment system, ditching the traditional rotary controller in favor of a large touchscreen and touch-sensitive controls.
- The infotainment system uses Android Automotive OS with built-in Google services and requires a subscription after the first year.
- Power is provided by Mazda’s Skyactiv-G four-cylinder engine, delivering 187 hp to all wheels with a six-speed automatic.
- Fuel economy remains a weak point, with real-world tests lower than EPA estimates.
- Mazda positions the CX-5 as a global model with multiple trims and a focus on interior quality.
- Mazda confirms a hybrid CX-5 arriving next year as part of a broader tech and powertrain strategy.
- Price starts at $29,990, with higher trims up to $38,990 for the CX-5.
- Mazda claims the CX-5 offers improved interior quality and an updated design language.
- The 2026 CX-5 is positioned as a practical, comfortable option rather than a performance-focused model.
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