What is the best year for a Mazda CX-5?

From available data, 2024 (38 complaints, 10/10 safety, 4 severe) and 2025 (22 complaints, 10/10 safety, 5 severe) are the cleanest years on record. Complaint data for 2015-2022 isn't available in our dataset, so those years can't be assessed directly. Early years 2013-2014 had higher complaint counts and are best avoided.

How much does Mazda CX-5 insurance cost?

CX-5 insurance averages about $1,947/year — roughly $162/month — the most affordable among compact SUVs with full data.

Is the Mazda CX-5 or Toyota RAV4 cheaper to maintain?

The RAV4 is $18/year cheaper — $429 versus $447 for the CX-5. The CX-5 has higher reliability (9 vs. 8) and a lower major repair probability (8% vs. 10%). The RAV4 costs slightly less per year; the CX-5 carries a better long-term reliability profile.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Mazda CX-5?

Major repair probability of 8% — well below the class average of 11% — and a 9/10 reliability score make extended warranty unnecessary for most buyers. Self-insuring is the better financial decision.

Mazda CX-5 Maintenance Cost

Mazda CX-5 maintenance costs. Full year-by-year breakdown, common problems, and which years to buy or avoid.

$447

Annual maint.

9/10

Reliability

Major repair risk (5yr)

$1,947

Avg. insurance / yr

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Which year CX-5 should you buy?

Tap any year to see what to expect. Green is safe, red means known issues.

2012 Mazda CX-5

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Vehicle Speed Control complaints most reported in 2012.

No recalls on record

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