Is the NEW 2022 Mazda CX-5 a BETTER compact SUV than a Toyota RAV4?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ม.ค. 2022
- The NEW CX-5 is here and Mazda has brought some changes for 2022. On the outside you will notice new LED headlights, front fascia, wheels, and rear tail lights. On the inside you will be greeted to a 2-tone interior, 10.25in infotainments system, and sunroof. Under the hood is a 2.5L inline-4 that produces 187HP & is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The biggest news is that EVERY 2022 CX-5 come with standard AWD. Is the NEW 2022 Mazda CX-5 a BETTER compact SUV than a Toyota RAV4?
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The VALUE of what you're getting in a CX-5 vs. a RAV-4 is a no brainer. My wife and I looked at both. We went with a 2021 CX-5 Carbon Edition AWD (we bought it last year). The feel, the build quality, the reliability, the fun factor, the looks, the design thoughtfulness (both interior and exterior), the user friendly touches... when you get a higher trim level CX-5, it feels like you stole someone's Audi. Every single day when we get in our car, my wife can't stop saying "I love this car!!!" If we had gotten the RAV-4, not only would we have paid more money, we would have settled. Plasticky interior, wouldn't have gotten the color or trim level we wanted due to COVID supply chain issues, just no thanks.
Dude I just traded my 22 rav4 limited for the 22 cx5, the rav4 is just wayyy to loud, the cx5 is like 30% quieter, also has better seats.
The RAV4 sounds and feels like a tin can
I just bought a certified used 2019 CX-5 GT in part to all of Joe’s reviews and I love the car, it really does ride like a luxury suv. Everything down to the materials, and performance is pretty great!
I'm so appreciative of reviewers who take the time to get in the back seat and the trunk! Thank you for such a thorough review!
but girls hated this car though
I bought a ‘21 CX-5 touring last February. This vehicle is SO much fun to drive. I test drove a Rav 4 before I took the CX-5. The rav engine to me had a loud whine to it which was noticeable inside. This one, is quiet inside. The CX-5 is so much fun to drive.
how much is the total price of your mazda cx-5? because I want to have it too.
I got a CX-5 Touring 2021 about a weeks ago and I love it so far. It looks and feel like a luxury car for the price. Plus the safety features which is amazing
This design is aging really well!!! Good on Mazda for being a shining star in a sea of crossovers!!! The interior is absolutely stunning and look at those exterior updates!!! Head turner!!! Two thumbs up to you and Lori for bringing us this epic review Joe!!!
I am glad that you are digging this new CX-5 Mario!
@@RaitisRides absolutely!!! They really stand out in a good kind of way!
@@mariowhyte2816 You know it!
your car reviews are always our go-to choice! Would love to see you add suspension testing in your future videos, so people know how it feels on bumpy roads.
you should most def listen to more than one person
I would like to see him do sound decibel readings in the car at highway speeds at 70mph.
Joe, this 4k content looks wicked good!!
Lori with the steady hands of a surgeon
That is so very awesome of you to say! Thanks for letting me share it with you!
I have a ‘17 CX5 Grand Sport with the optional package which included heads up, heated rear seats etc. A great SUV but it could use a little more power. Fun to drive, excellent ergonomics. I also have ‘20 Toyota RAV4 XSE Hybrid. Great on gas, nice room decent acceleration. But no memory seats, uninspiring ride and lots of wind noise. I would buy another CX5, in fact, I’m waiting for the total redo. The ‘22 is nice but basically the same as the 2017. Great videos! Love your content
I'm still driving my Mazda 2012 cx-7 turbo 2.2 diesel revolution Top. yup it's fun to drive, With normal regular maintenance i have 0 problems, yet i don't feel like it's getting old! This is exactly what I love about Mazda👍🏻
One of the best reviews! The camera work was great. Awesome!
Appreciate the shout out to us up here in Michigan! And yes, you are correct! We do have some of the worst roads up here. Ugh! But who knows, I may soon be moving down to your neck of the woods, Joe! Thanks again for another fun review and hey Lori!
Great car. I bought a 2020 basic model and it comes with a lot of safety features that the CRV and RAV4 did not offered in this price range. And the ride and handling are the best. I wanna see the upcoming CX 50.
Cx50 looks so good I have to wait haha
Has to be one of the most stylish SUV’s in this class…IMO
It really is the best!
I like my new 2021 CX-5
Bought my first CX-5 in 2019 based on your reviews. Just recently bought the new 22 CX-5 in the white :) Keep up the great reviews!
My first Mazda... I have a 2021 CX5 (GTR) for 10 months, and every time I drive it I love it even more. So yes, I would absolutely buy it again.
I have the 2020 CX-5 signature and love driving it. It's so much fun. I do wish the mpg's were better and of course the touch info but you get used to it. Zoom Zoom.
After getting our CX30 Turbo, I can see why Mazda has such a cult following. The execution is just supreme - everything I want, not really anything I don’t, the fit and finish is great and the interior appointments are above the competition. The “older” drivetrain to me just means it’s that much more dialed-in and reliable.
You can almost feel the passion with which these cars are designed and assembled.
I totally agree with you!
I’m on my 5th Mazda and your comments are absolute accurate! Congrats on your new CX! I have a 21’ CX-5 just like this one. It’s really nice.
2021 CX-9 Carbon Edition and totally agree. Every time I go to my garage and see it I’m just mesmerized at its beauty. My wife (jokingly) gets jealous says the car gets more attention than she does. LOL
Amen
totally agreed. I have a CX30 2.5 GTX and it's absolutely amzing in reliability, I tested the new GLA and the plastic in the cabin sounds a lot when you press it (for example the vents) and the central part woobles a lot when you try to move it. At the other side, the X1 feels too basic and cheap. I saved some money in the car and also in the insurance monthly payment and the finish of the car is clearly aiming for luxury models.
Great review Joe this make me go and get this one been waiting on your review.. thank you
Thank you Lori! You brought some beautiful camera work here and you made Joe look like a pro too! Hahaha
Such a beautiful car, love the updates and the best interior. I’d love to a see a review on the turbo signature. I just wish there was a hybrid version!
I like this refresh they did on this one. They went more aggressive and those wheels pretty sporty too even though this isn’t a performance suv. I believe sales will continue to be strong
I think you are right!
Oh yes specially cause it doesn’t have a touchscreen I think everyone is still going for the old buttons
@@meyersmichael975 Not having a touch screen isn't a deal breaker sir, I have gen 3 mazda 3 with touch screen and I hardly use it, I use most the rotary know.
very beautiful SUV
a mazda cx5 turbo is 400lbs lighter and has more hp and torque than a base model porsche macan for 20k less. With a turbo you can easily call this the sportiest compact suv on the market outside an amg/m
I just love your reviews ….specifically
the way ..u do it…keep it up…support from New Zealand
Excellent aesthetic descriptions, I’m leaning towards this and your video helped. Thanks
Absolutely love your reviews, picture quality and your points overall. You always mention stuff other video reviewers don't. 10/10. Also, very interesting that the part on the steering wheel is hollowed in your model. I've seen a lot of CX5 2022 review videos and photos and none of them had it hollowed.
The CX-5 puts the heated steering wheel components in that space. If it has a heated steering wheel, that space is filled in. This one doesn't have a heated wheel.
@@grahammitchell6997 Aha! Mindblowing, thanks for clearing that up for me!
Love the different examples of items or food you come up with for storage spaces 😂 It's important to know how many G.I Joes one can carry in the center console. Keep up the great work!
You better believe it! Thanks for letting me share this Mazda with you and some laughs!
My CX5 GS 2022 snowflake white just arrived at the dealer and will be picking it up this weekend. Test drove the 2021.5 and instantly fell in love with the car. It felt like I have been driving this car for years.
Nobody can do car review like you. You are the best car reviewer ever.
I went with the CX5 and I love it!! The white is gorgeous and I love the design both inside and out.
So glad i got a 2021 cx5 carbon edition turbo. Instead of waiting for a 2022. 2021 carbon edition looks so much more aggressive, not only does it look more aggressive it is since Mazda decided to take out the turbo engine. Another knock is they took out the BOSE sound system. What they should of done is kept it the way it was and added the adaptive LED headlights and LED taillights. That would of been a for sure home run
I watch car videos all the time on here and you’re, by far, my fav. Love how you included snacks because that’s definitely where they would be for me 🤣
Great effort!! Amazing review as usual!! Thank you!!
I love the design of the Cx-5, the only two gripes about it is that it's somewhat small and two it needs a significant improvement with MPG. I know that's what the CX-50 is for but it'd be nice if CX5 could still offer that too.
Thanks for that great input. Remember it is a compact SUV.
But, it's best in class MPG as it is.... how can you say it needs "significant improvement"??
Better MPG? Near tops in its class,...Plus CX50 is higher horsepower turbo with less mileage...Have to consider AWD as well
Drive normally and it gets good mpg
Cx50 isn't really bigger inside. Much less headroom and smaller window, the Pano roof doesn't overcome. Hard Plastic on center console and surprisingly wooden unsupportive seats all around. Cx50 much nice inside. Cx30 base much nicer than sister Cx50. Cx50 is loud wait, LOUD inside. Cx30, Cx5 is luxury car quiet compared. Best ride shouldn't be the Cx30, but it is. Cx30 is @ 2 seater for avg NA human. Cx50 should of had much better rear seat comfort, it doesn't, and same quality interior bas Cx30, it doesn't. Wait for the new Honda CRV. Honda is gleeming Mazda's timeless Award winning designs.
I bought a 2018 CX-5 GT with the package for my first car. So happy I did. It’s aging well and is so reliable. Although its a few yrs old, I feel like I’m driving a newer car and it has a luxury feel. I’m loving it! Mazda did a great job with the CX-5s!
Just ordered my 2022 CX-30 this week. Can't wait until your review on that comes out.
Always a thumbs up even before I watch I know what the quality of the review is going to be.
The cx5 turbo has the fun driving I did not find in the Rav4. Definitely the best in its class
CX5 has better build quality , in comparison to the Rav4
Thanks so much for this awesome review! I decided to go for this exact model and trim with the exception of colors. I got the silver with black interior. Love the wheels and tires! Much better than the alloys, but nonetheless, really looking forward to new adventures with this vehicle! Love all your reviews and videos!
Hi. How much did you get it for? I’m trying to figure out a fair price with the insane market rate adjustments.
but girls dont really like this car though
Finally someone did a 2022 Mazda CX-5 video , if you ever get a chance please do the 2022 Mazda CX-5 Signature model I have been dying to see that trim .
I'm imagining it in matte black and all the chrome in gold, gold rims and door handles gold, now that would be something
I was going to get a 4runner, then I drove one of these. Really fun to drive by comparison. MUCH SMALLER, but also much better gas mileage. Still thinking it through, but I was impressed with this little SUV.
I would love a 4runner but dang they are horrible for gas mileage. My cx5 does basically everything I want and is quiet and easy to drive and park in small places
I love my 2020 CX-5. I think it’s the sexiest car in its price point. This specific design started in 2017, that’s when they elongated the hood to go over the grill so it looks way sportier than the 2016 and previous CX-5 models. Mazda does the best job in balancing safety and aesthetics. I sure wish I could have updated lights and shiny black rims instead of my gray ones, but I can see myself driving this car for a long time and still being happy.
Also the fingerprints on the glossy trim on the inside issue is so real so I hope they change that in the future or at least throw in free towels standard 😅
Ah yes, the catfish look. Just like the ford mustang.
Great review! Thanks Lori
Great review. Helpful examples scenarios
Me and my family own a Mazda 6 and we genuinely love it! Hope to see the upcoming Mazda models and wish the best for them (ps great review!)
Great refresh on the CX-5, really the only hold up for me is wanting to see what the new CX-50 is going to be like, early images of the CX-50 look fantastic!
I have been interested in the CX-50 too but I keep coming back to the CX-5 because it looks so much better to me. The CX-50 has too much plastic trim all around the outside and I don't like the big emblem on the hood. I'm afraid it's going to be a be price jump too. My son is fine with the CX-5 size so I think this will be it for him.
I owned a 2019 Mazda CX-5 and loved it. Thank you for sharing your videos.
I have the CX3 2017 model and this is just SUCH a beautiful updrage keeping the gorgeous shape and design!
i love how mazda don't use cvt and even their manuals are soo well built with short throw especially in mazda 3 and the mx5
I like the look of the CX-5 better than the RAV4.
Me too! So much more style!
@@RaitisRides definitely! This is what I will be getting for my next ride.
@@RaitisRides In recent years, the Cx-5 has ranked higher than Rav 4 in terms of reliability per CR right?
The CX-50 looks like a RAV4 for those more into the rugged look.
@@albieoval1657 too much plastic around the tires on the CX-50 for my taste.
Is the upcoming Sportage the same size (or bigger) as this Mazda? Hard to tell from the videos, and debating if I need to wait and see it before making a decision!
Love the content, just came from your cx30 awd review. I have watched many of your reviews and after finally swapping my 2016 mazda6 for a new (to me) low mileage 2018 mazda6 signature.. now I'm looking to possibly replace the Wife's rav4.
I actually love the infotainment system as is, being touch-less. No unsightly buttons everywhere and no fingerprints. I think it adds to it's elegance. It took me just a few days to get used to the wheel. Not a zonk for me.
A lot of reviewers ding the “tablet stuck on the dash” look, but they don’t look like tablets, they look like something you use to enter your order at the Olive Garden. This actually looks like an iPad with no extra bulk or weird gimmicks to try to make it look integrated.
Huge zonk…. Give the option as wel as the wheel you love. Doesn’t make sense to give the choice. You’re choosing to like it because you have no choice let’s be serious lol.
That's true not as ugly rav4 or corolla
I love the dial instead of the touch screen. I wasn't sure I would. I can sit back in my seat (instead of leaning forward for a touchscreen) and cruise through all my app choices while in Apple CarPlay. It's much easier to keep an eye on the road too. On a bumpy road I don't end up hitting the wrong button on the touch screen (like happens in my wife's CRV). The volume dial is right there too so everything is very handy.
Just found out the screen is touchscreen compatible with Apple and Android.
I love my 2017 cx-5. They made it even better. 65,000 trouble free service, comfort and fun to drive. Waiting for the CX-90. Affordable luxury. I've driven all the competition, no comparison!! :-) thanks for the review joe.. me and my girls love your reviews.
Would you say it’s reliable? I’m looking to buy a Mazda for the first time
@@alisoncasper9167 Hi sorry for late reply. Yes, I would say it's reliable. I've done only scheduled maintenance, all oil changes and tire rotations at the 5,000 interval, sometimes a little before and sometimes after. I replaced the brakes and tires at around 37,000 miles, nyc roads are pretty harsh. So far, so good.
Great review as always ✅ keep it up 👍🏻
I love it my boy Joe and Lori and keep up the work and I love the video lot real true 💯 👍
I’m looking forward to the cx5 and cx50 hybrids power great gas mileage, great interior and driving dynamics
Moving to the US soon from India. I follow your channel from long time. Our first car in USA would be the CX5. Not decided if we would buy turbo or non-turbo. Great review as always!
You will end up a Honda, no Indians drive a Mazda here.
I went non turbo, better mpg and the hp was fine for my style of driving
I agree with you Joe.I live in Michigan and yes we do have some of the worst roads. Great review as always.
Awesome review like always 🙂
The daytime running lamps remind me of Infiniti’s Q50 taillights, which I love.
Good eyes!
Hey Joe, great review! I've been waiting to see this new Mazda CX-5 for awhile and really glad they are starting to pop up. Just to note, I believe those front turn signals are new and LED as well, not the standard incandescent bulb it used to be, albeit its a little small though and maybe could've been integrated better but just thought I would point it out. Always appreciate a full led setup, can't stand the combination lighting on some of these cars it's just takes a lot away from the look and perceived quality and style IMO. Keep up the awesome work, thanks again for the videos!
You're correct! Also, on higher trims the black cladding around the wheel wells are painted too, which is a really nice touch.
In the summer of 2020, my family rented a silver Toyota RAV4 LE from an Ontario car rental company, the seat is very tight.
I just love you're Videos on you're reviews on vehicles thank you
Wow this new Mazda cx5 look greats thankyou for the video Raiti!!
You are so very welcome!
What a fabulous looking car. Inside and out it’s a real winner. Great review as always.
They did such a great job with it Mark! Thanks for letting me share it with you!
I have a 2021 in this color combination and I have fog lights on mine. I am on my 5th Mazda. All have been fun, reliable, affordable, and a pleasure to drive for the price.
Awesome review Joe !!! Loving this refresh of 22' CX-5. LED lights look great. Mazda is doing the business right !!! I just hope that more people support them cause they're an awesome car company ❤👍🏼🔥
I am in my second Mazda.
@@luchin777 My first "Mazda" was the Scion iA, which was built on a Mazda platform. It was so much fun to drive. I wanted a CX-5, but it was out of my price range. Maybe one day!!!!
just ordered mine..Good job with your videos !!( From Canada)
That is so wonderful! Congrats!
Great review! Will you be covering the slightly refreshed Mazda 3 soon? The new platinum quartz color looks sharp.
Joe you mentioned the turbo is available on higher trims, I believe Mazda up'd the HP to 256 on premium for 2022.
Having owned the 2019 Rav4, I can say that the Rav4 interior just feels cheap and plasticky. Also, it's not the most soundproof car, the wind noise are loud when you're driving on the freeway. Mazda on the other hand, you can really tell the effort their design team put into the design, from exterior to interior. I was able to test drive the 2022 CX5 last week and I was stunned by the quality and driving experience. The one thing Rav4 beat CX5 is the gas mileage.
Excellent points Eric! Well done and thank you for sharing!
Toyota build quality is sub-par forsure.
@@djncrti2860 Rav4
I achieved 35mph on my 63 mile highway trip last night. I set cruise to 63mph
@@2004cyrus 35 mph on the highway? Might wanna step on the gas pedal a little harder, buddy.
Just washing my dishes while watching Rati’s Rides 👌🏻
That is so awesome! I am glad that I can help make the work a little better.
Thank you for this wonderful review! Looking to test drive this weekend!
I think you are going to be surprised Homer.
@@RaitisRides now the question is which trim to get?
Wow literally for the price point I am very pleased with the quality you are getting. Cars with all these amenities would be like 46k and up
Im buying this one. looks soo much better than the competition in that price range!
Love your videos Joe! I am Currently looking for a compact suv for a family, as it is my husband & 2 kids along with myself of course.
My very first Mazda SUV!! Nice video Joe.
Hey great review like always. Just wanted to let you know this Cx 5 is actually the s premium edition. The s preferred doesn't come with some of the goodies like the 19 inch wheels and bose system. Cx5 wasn't even on my radar until I seen them on your channel. Love my new car Thank you for that 👍
Thank you for pointing this out!
The front turn signal is LED. It’s just a bulb type rather than an the fancy strip type.
Thanks for that great info!
I m really happy with my decision of getting This car! It will be delivered to me in two days ! Watching your video confirmed my choice over a few other options!! Thank you deeply for such a nice presentation ! Can’t wait to start driving it!! 👏👏
Great video. Would you go CX-5 or Sportage AWD? Honda and Toyota are not in my consideration set.
I have 2021 CX5 and it’s just class ❤️
Awesome review of the new CX5 👏
I really appreciate you saying that Tiffany!
Your commentary is hilarious lol I have to watch car videos to buy my next car so thank you for making it not only bearable but entertaining
HEY LORI!!!! Thanks for filming that beautiful man!!!!!
it's weird that they didn't put touch screens in the refresh CX-5.. the 2022 MX-5s come w/ touch and the wheel.
Tell me about it! Very confusing!
Aside from they stylish look and design. The CX5s and CX9s are very reliable. I have a 2016 CX9, 70k miles. I only paid for the maintenance like oil change, my wife's 2018, 41K miles CX5 same thing. We have a 2019 BMW X5 for special purposes, they say its fun to drive and I would say Mazda's are in the same level.
You are so very right about that!
Going cx5! Have a 15 now definitely upgrading, but doing the Signature trim! Great review!
Hey y’all! I plan on buying this car this month. Does this car have interior ambient lighting?
Mazda is the only company which makes you feel the touchscreen is not necessary at all. The options laid out in the menu are so easily navigable through the dial, that you will simply forget that there exists a touchscreen infotainment in cars.
That is a great point!
What's funny is if the CX-5 had a touch screen I find it would be difficult to reach it while driving.
My wife have CX5 for 7 years it’s been very nice car no problems at all.
I got 2022 mazda cx 5 and have a question.
When pressing accelerator I can hear high frequncy like wind sound.
It gets louder when I press accelerator harder is it normal?
Great video, I have a Mazda 3 Sport 2009 with 569,500 kilomtres, my wife tonight bought a 2022 CX 5 (red) Kuro edition. Thanks for the video it helped. Also the 2.5 litre has cylinder deactivation . I avoid turbo's as they aren't really needed for everyday driving. I won't buy a a CVT equipped vehicle under any circumstance. Keep up the great videos.
Nice review as always. You didn't mention if the driver's seat is any more comfortable than before. What is your take? One of the reasons I didn't pull the trigger on it in the past is that I thought that thigh support and comfort was lacking in the driver's seat. Is Mazda's claim of improved seat comfort in the '22 marketing shtick or did you think there was real improvement. I await your kind reply. THANKS!
The seats felt good to me, but they always have so I am not sure that I am the best judge for you on that. I think body type will also play a huge roll.
This was my exact issue! I almost bought one but couldn’t find a comfortable position with the drivers seat. I feel like it was either a lack of thigh support or range in the tilt. I can’t get an answer on if the seat was changed so I guess I’ll wait till my local dealer gets one that I can sit in,
Mazda mentioned modifying the comfort of the seating in their press release. Users on Reddit have reported them being 15-20% softer but good to check it out yourself. I always found the ones in our 2021 Turbo too firm for my preference but found the lower trims to be more acceptable.
@@andrewharris-schulz356 Thank you. I will be sure to check it out when they hit the lot.
On my 2021 CX-5 leather seats the seats/sides were really stiff…thankfully they have softened up and are much more comfortable now. Just takes time to break in.
Waiting for my 2022 CX 5 to be delivered to Iowa! Excited to see some changes. Mine is a 2019.
You will love it Sheila!
Is the screen easy to navigate when driving for example getting navigation, looks like it might be difficult trying to steer and having your hand far from the screen, or will it be something you have to pull over for?
I just bought the 2022 cx5 carbon edition in February. I love it. Only negative that really discourage me is the the body roll. You take a turn in this car and it feels like it's gonna flip over. I wish I had test driven it before I bought it.
You didn't drive the car before you bought it? Uhhh who does that? U I guess.
Love my 2020 CX-5. I would definitely consider upgrading to a 2022 CX-5 or the new CX-50. Test drove a Rav 4 and there was no comparison. Couldn’t wait to get back to my Mazda. The Rav 4 seemed very stiff to me and not comfortable to drive. Will stick to Mazda.
I agree I drove a Rav several times and came back to Mazda.
Just imagine the Toyota is not very engaging and the personality of a door stop.
@@allnfun6315 you are right
Toyota / Honda design and quality has slipped the past decade most practical solution is Mazda.
apo Unfortunately, Mazda and Toyota are now teaming up.
Love the CX5. Soul Red and turbo for me. Thanks Joe and Lori. Awesome job!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I like the way that you think Larry!
Be careful with that paint it was prone to chipping.I ended up going with Machine Metal Gray with my 2018 CX-5GT. I've since gotten rid of it for being too old. This car is in desperate need of a redesign. It's going for Dodge Challenger/Charger old. Nissan GTR old.
Great video!! I was looking at this mazda and the Rav4 as my next vehicle.. Still clueless on which to get lol
Great review! It looks like the rear seats fold pretty flat, do they sit totally flat? Or just somewhat flat?
They don't fold completely flat, but very close to flat. Good enough for me, but check it for yourself to see how you like it.