SUV · 2012–2024

MazdaCX-5

The driver’s family SUV — Skyactiv engines, tidy handling and cabin quality that punches above the price. Diesels can be superb on motorways; petrols are the no-drama choice for mixed UK miles.

Best for: Buyers who want an SUV that still feels good to drive.

Indicative running costs ~£2,104–£2,966 / year

Power: 165–194 hp
Economy: 38–50 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 506–1,620 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Often 225/65 R17 – 225/55 R19

Tyre pressure (cold)

Typically ~33–36 PSI cold (door sticker)

Engine oil

Skyactiv-G often 0W-20; Skyactiv-D Low SAPS per handbook

Oil capacity

About 4.2–5.1 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Mazda CX-5 at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,104–£2,966 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1055/yr @ 50 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£220–£380 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

4 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
SE-L / Sport 2.0 petrol Core petrol. 2.0 Skyactiv-G · 40–48 mpg	2.0 Skyactiv-G	165 hp	40–48 mpg	~£195*
2.2 diesel Strong motorway tool. DPF aware. 2.2 Skyactiv-D · 45–55 mpg	2.2 Skyactiv-D	150–175 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
AWD Extra traction. Check driveline services. Petrol / diesel · 38–50 mpg	Petrol / diesel	150–194 hp	38–50 mpg	~£195*
GT Sport / Sport Lux Kit-heavy. Bose and leather age checks. 2.0–2.5 · 38–46 mpg	2.0–2.5	165–194 hp	38–46 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine2.0 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeOften 225/65 R17 – 225/55 R19

Tyre pressureTypically ~33–36 PSI cold (door sticker)

OilSkyactiv-G often 0W-20; Skyactiv-D Low SAPS per handbook

Oil capacityAbout 4.2–5.1 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used CX-5

1Check for DPF on diesels with short trips
2Inspect alloy kerbing — repairs are pricey
3Verify timing chain / service invoices on early cars
4Sport trims: tyre budget

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

DPF issues on urban diesels
Front suspension knock
Infotainment / camera glitches
Water pump / cooling leaks on some engines

Mazda CX-5 FAQs

Is a used Mazda CX-5 expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,104–£2,966 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Mazda CX-5 need?

Typically ~33–36 PSI cold (door sticker). Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Mazda CX-5 take?

Skyactiv-G often 0W-20; Skyactiv-D Low SAPS per handbook. Capacity is About 4.2–5.1 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Mazda CX-5 problems?

Buyers most often watch for: DPF issues on urban diesels; Front suspension knock. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Mazda CX-5 ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Mazda manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN