Explore the 2026 Mazda CX-5 Near Portsmouth, NH
A complete redesign of the Mazda CX-5 compact SUV is big news. The CX-5 is Mazda's best-selling model and for very good reason.
The CX-5 suits both urban dwellers and weekend adventurers alike thanks to its unbeatable combination of style, performance, and fun-to-drive persona.
Let's share in detail everything on offer for shoppers as we explore the 2026 Mazda CX-5 near Portsmouth, NH.
Is the new 2026 Mazda CX-5 larger than the previous model?
With the complete redesign, the CX-5 has grown in size to compete in the very crowded American compact SUV market.
The 2026 model is 184.6 inches long, compared to the 2025 model’s 180.1 inches, and is now 1 inch wider at 73.2 inches without the mirrors.
The height of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 without roof rails now measures 66.7 inches, making it slightly taller than the outgoing model’s 65.6 inches height.
Most importantly, more interior space is now available, meaning increased leg and headroom for rear-seat passengers and greater cargo room courtesy of the new model's 110.8-inch wheelbase, which is some 4.6 inches longer than that of the 2025 model.
Has the exterior of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 been redesigned?
The latest Mazda CX-5’s larger exterior is all new, marking significant styling updates to Mazda's popular compact SUV.
For 2026, the model adopts a revised Kodo design that features a new grille, auto-on/off stacked LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, and, at the rear, a new design language that mimics the CX-5’s larger siblings, the CX-70 and CX-90.
Other standout changes are the larger tailgate opening, larger door openings, new wheel designs that include black finish wheels on top trim levels, and buyers can choose an innovative new Navy Blue Mica exterior color from a palette of up to six colors, depending on trim, that also brings back Mazda's stunning Crystal Soul Red Metallic.
Mazda has always endowed the CX-5 with a generous count of exterior features. For 2026, just some of the models' key standard exterior appointments include:
- High Beam Control
- Automatic rain-sensing variable-intermittent windshield wipers
- Intermittent rear wiper/washer
- Black side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Matte Black Lower Bumpers, Rocker Moldings, and Wheel Arches
- Body-colored rear roof spoiler
- AWD badge
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 model range is fitted with aluminum alloy wheels in various designs and diameters, depending on trim level.
New stylish interior
The 2026 Mazda CX5’s roomier interior is both luxurious and feature-rich. The CX-5’s interior design has always been more upscale than what its price tag suggests.
As mentioned, the 2026 CX-5’s larger proportions have released more space for its maximum of five passengers, particularly for those seated in the second row who will now appreciate increased leg, knee, and headroom.
The interior of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 now features a fresher design along with higher-quality materials than before.
Most noticeable in the latest CX-5 is the lack of physical switchgear when compared to the previous CX-5 model. The latest CX-5 now integrates many of its controls, such as climate controls and vehicle settings, into the new Google-based central infotainment touchscreen.
Some of the many key interior features of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 include:
- Ambient temperature & clock display
- 10.25-inch LCD meter display
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Dual-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter
- Power windows with one-touch down/up feature
- Power door locks with speed-sensing auto locking
- Front and rear door courtesy lights
- Remote Keyless Entry System
- Push Button Start
- Tilt & telescopic steering column
- Rear window defogger with timer
- 12-volt power outlet
- Rear window defogger with timer
- 8-way manual driver's seat
- 6-way manual front passenger's seat with seat height adjuster
- Adjustable front and rear headrests
- Carpet floor mats
- Leather-wrapped gear selector
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Cloth-trimmed seats
Making for comfortable travels are the CX-5’s generous lineup of convenient storage spaces that include:
- Glove compartment
- Overhead console with sunglasses holder
- Front center console armrest with storage and two Type-C USB inputs in front
- Driver's and front passenger's seatback pockets
- Front and rear door bottle holders/storage
- Rear seat center armrest with integrated cup holders
Does the 2026 Mazda CX-5 have an updated infotainment system?
As shared above, for 2026, there is a new 12.9-inch standard infotainment touchscreen or a larger 15.6-inch screen on the top Premium Plus trim that offers Google-based features and apps, including Google Assistant with voice control and Google Maps for navigation, plus the new Google software also allows passengers to download apps from the Google Play Store.
The new infotainment screen sits horizontally in the center of the dashboard and replaces the former Mazda infotainment system and the previous model’s rotary control dial.
Standout features of the new infotainment system are:
- 8-speaker audio system with automatic level control
- Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration and Wireless Android Auto™compatibility
- Steering-wheel-mounted audio, phone, and cruise controls
- HD Radio™
- SMS text message audio delivery and reply
- E911 automatic emergency notification
- Mazda Connected Services with a one-year trial
Mazda CX-5 Cargo Dimensions
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 cargo area, with a lower load floor, has grown in size and now holds up to 33.7 cubic feet of cargo behind the 40/20/40 split one-touch fold-down and reclining rear seatback.
With the rear seat down, cargo volume measures a generous 66.5 cubic feet.
How powerful is the new 2026 Mazda CX-5, and what drivetrain does it have?
Mazda has seen fit to offer only the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine from the last model.
This SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder makes 187 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 186 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm.
The CX-5’s engine is paired with a SKYACTIV®-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, and power is sent to all four wheels via Mazda's i-Activ AWD drivetrain, which features a center limited-slip differential.
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is fitted with Mazda Intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive), which offers drivers enhanced driving confidence in Sport and Off-road modes.
What are the trim levels for the new 2026 Mazda CX-5?
Buyers of the new 2026 Mazda CX-5 can match their budgets and desires from a five-strong trim lineup.
2.5 S
Starting at an $29,990 MSRP, buyers get all the aforementioned features plus trim-exclusive items such as:
- 17 x 7-inch aluminum alloy wheels with Gray Metallic finish
- P225/65 R17 all-season tires
- Black cloth seats
2.5 S Select
The 2.5 S Select starts at $31,900 MSRP and adds further features to the entry-level 2.5 S models' specs list, which includes:
- Heated side mirrors
- Automatic power folding side mirrors
- Rear privacy glass
- Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors with extension
- Rear seat air vents
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Black or Pure White leatherette-trimmed seats with embossed microsuede inserts
- Wireless Phone Charger
2.5 S Preferred
Buyers will need to part with $34,250 to enjoy the additional features of the middle-tier Preferred trim that include:
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Rear Power Liftgate with programmable height adjustment
- Aluminum roof rails in Black finish
- 19 x 7-inch aluminum alloy wheels with Machine Cut and Black Metallic finish
- P225/55 R19 all-season tires
- 10-way power driver's seat with 2-position memory
- Heated front seats with 3-level adjustment
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated rear seats
- Windshield-projected Active Driving Display
2.5 S Premium
At a starting $36,900 MSRP, buyers will appreciate further features of the Premium trim, such as:
- Front and Rear Signature Illumination
- Piano Black Lower Bumpers, Rocker Moldings, & Wheel Arches
- Power sliding-glass panoramic moonroof with tilt feature
- 19 x 7-inch aluminum alloy wheels with Black Metallic finish
- Black or Sport Tan leather-trimmed seats
- Ventilated front seats with 3-level adjustment
- Bose® 12-speaker surround sound system with Centerpoint® and AudioPilot®
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription
2.5 S Premium Plus
The range-topping Premium Plus at $38,990 adds further luxury items to the Premium trim’s features list that include:
- Adaptive Front-lighting System
- Mazda Driver Personalization System
- 15.6-inch touchscreen center display
How safe is the 2026 Mazda CX-5?
Drivers will appreciate the CX-5’s robust suite of standard and i-Activsense® driver assistance technologies that enhance protection and driver confidence.
The latest CX-5 is fitted with ten advanced airbags offering knee, front, and side-impact coverage plus enhanced seat belt pretensioners and load limiters at all outboard seats.
Further key safety items are:
- Anti-lock Brake System featuring Electronic Brakeforce Distribution & Brake Assist
- Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control System
- Hill Launch Assist
The CX-5 features, as standard, Mazda's advanced i-Activsense safety technology, including blind-spot warnings, lane departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, advanced smart city brake support with daytime and nighttime pedestrian detection, and much more.
Find Your Mazda CX-5 at Seacoast Mazda
Buyers near Portsmouth, NH, interested in the 2026 Mazda CX-5 can contact our dedicated sales team at Seacoast Mazda to learn more and test-drive the all-new CX-5.
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