Nov 27, 2017
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2018 Mazda CX-5 release date 

Although the 2017 Mazda CX-5 has only been on sale at dealerships around the country for nine months, you can never have too much of a good thing. The automaker recently announced that the 2018 CX-5 would be gracing dealership showrooms in the very near future, adding in a variety of new features for the new model year. But when will the crossover arrive, and more importantly, what updates and upgrades will it offer? Read on and we’ll fill you in! 

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Updates and upgrades for 2018 Mazda CX-5 

The 2018 Mazda CX-5’s release date is right around the corner, with the crossover expected to arrive at dealerships nationwide in early December. The automaker has announced that the 2018 CX-5 will feature a variety of upgrades and updates, giving drivers even more for their money. The base trim in the lineup, Sport, is more well-equipped than past model years, adding on a leather steering wheel and shift knob in addition to the trim’s newly standard advanced safety features. Both Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert will come standard for all trim levels, as will a new cylinder-deactivation technology for the crossover’s SKYACTIV®-G engine, which is designed to increase fuel efficiency. The upper trims also tack on new standard features, with Mazda’s entire suite of advanced safety features now coming standard for both the Touring and Grand Touring trims. 

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Have additional questions about the 2018 CX-5 or the features and specifications it comes equipped with? If so, don’t hesitate to contact a member of our team here at Seacoast Mazda or drop us a line in the comments below. Drivers interested in getting behind the wheel of the impressive crossover are encouraged to schedule an obligation-free test drive online today!