Hello All,

I just cancelled my 2012 Honda Civic booking and place a RM1000 deposit for the new Mazda CX-5. The spec is quite high, and it is CBU, SUV, new tech, 3 years free maintenance. Below is the spec of the CX-5.

Launching Soon in April New Model 2012

******Mazda CX 5******

* NEW Skyactiv Engine
* 2.0cc Petrol with 6 Speed Automatic
* 2x4 n 4x4
* Mini SUV
* Estimated price around RM165,000
* Fully Imported from Japan
* Color: Sky Blue, Zeal Red, Aluminium Metallic, Metropolitan Grey & Crystal White Pearl

Spec:
#6 Airbags
#Full Leather & Power Adjustment Seat
#BOSE Sound System with 9 Speakers & USB
#Bi-Xenon Headlamp with auto light functional system (AFS) & Auto Leveling
#Sunroof
#Bluetooth Handsfree System
#DRL (day running light)
#Auto Cruiser
#Smart Keyless with Push Start Button
#Parking Sensor, Reverse Sensor & Reverse Camera
#Touch Screen with GPS

I ordered the 2wd one. What is your view on this car?

Soft launch will be 15 of May.Launch will be June.Anyway,You may place booking first.So,we can estimate how many units to order and will be register from 15 of may.

Oh yea,I have attached brochure.Anyway,Interested buyer may contact or PM me to order.

Gauge meter photos
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mazdausa/6277977629/

This post has been edited by Mr.Audi: Apr 4 2012, 11:44 PM


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can pakai ron95? performance not affected?

ron86 minimum.

Confirmed equipment list of Mazda CX-5 for M'sia market.

Dual exhaust pipe
Powered sunroof
BOSE 9 speakers system
Leather seat
Dual zone auto climate aircond
Traction control system
Push start system
225/55R19 tyres
Auto headlamps - Bi-xenon with AFS
Bluetooth handsfree and Navigation
Back up monitor
Tyre pressure monitoring system
6 SRS airbags


I got this from someone who work with Bermaz. Noted on 19" wheels. Some owner will be suffer when the time to change tyres.

spec definitely better than the upcoming cr-v. i doubt cr-v will have keyless entry and sunroof.

suffer from changing tires?
i doubt it..other cars with 19 also not much problem..
some even change to 18 or 20 to fit their liking..
it's up to them and there is no restriction..


btw..looking forward to seeing it in person

this is Crossover.. much smaller than an up coming CRV...

first SkyAvtic in Malaysia huh?

how is it much smaller than crv?
i think its quite well specced


btw ts from honda civic to mazda cx-5? really? 50k more, small family vs crossover?

u have any idea how big is the coming CRV before u shaking ur head or ur ball first?

I think it is around Sportage & Tucson size....

Too Bad it is priced too high... If not can be a tough rival....

HONDA CR-V 5sp auto
Curd Weight(AWD): 3,545lbs
Dimensions(m): L/W/H -> 4.53/1.81/1.65
Engine(base) 2.4L 185hp and 163lbft
MPGs with Auto/AWD ->25/30

Mazda CX-5 6sp auto
Curd Weight(AWD): ??
Dimensions(m): L/W/H -> 4.53/1.83/1.66
Engine(base) 2.0L 155hp and 150lbft
MPGs with Auto/AWD ->25/30

If CX-5 will be much smaller than the upcoming new CRV then I am sure CRV will have the size like X5.

Bufung, have you seen the new CRV? How big is it? Do you have any info about the new CRV size?

BIG...

I booked the 2.0 with navi, Honda said around 135K OTR. But it is still using old 2.0, old 5 speed, only new design like the camry, so I take the CX-5, at least it is all new model, SUV, CBU, full spec, 3 years maintenance.

RM135k u mean the Civic ? the up coming civic?

Yes 135k OTR, top of the range civic with navi.

I see.. noted.. thanks..

Its about the same size as new CRV. The new CRV design make the new CRV looks bigger. Here is the size comparison between CX-5 and CRV 2012:

Length (in) - 179.3 (CX-5) , 178.3 (CRV)
Width (in) - 72.4 (CX-5) , 71.6 (CRV)
Height (in) - 65.7 (CX-5) , 64.7 (CRV)
Wheelbase (in) - 106.3 (CX-5) , 103.1 (CRV)

So, I guess you should shake you head now


SOS:

CX-5 , CRV 2012

This post has been edited by binary: Apr 5 2012, 01:15 PM

CX-5 looks cool and have great spec. Too bad I just book a Prius.

how big ? 1cm longer or 2cm longer ? or 5cm wider?

shaking...



I dont belif!

The White CX-5 looks better with black rims. But we might getting the standard rims.

See my post on the size comparison between CX-5 and new CRV.

Yay, it's SMALLER than CRV

i know, being sarcastic there.. hardly u can find a car significantly bigger than competitors in same segment

This post has been edited by pangning: Apr 5 2012, 01:29 PM

Thats why they being called Compact SUV or CUV. If you want bigger size, go for real SUV but the cost will be much expensive.

I think it is a good buy. But the price has not finalized yet, hopefully it will be not more than 160k OTR with insurance.

By looking at new camry and new civic, I think new CRV will be using old engine, old gear box and old spec, maybe throw in some features like navi and reverse camera and sell for 155k.

CX-5 VS Tiguan




VW Tiguan, Subaru XV, Mazda CX-5, Range Rover Evoque comparision




*Audio is not in English.

good clips... thanks.

i would choose a new tech (mazda cx5) 100 times more over to an old tech with new body (crv)....also crv seems fatter already..
well crv is a reliable car...no doubt about that..

i will look for something more practical. not sure if this adaptive headlight is useful or not. it follows yr steering direction.

that one is just minimal movements but creates a wider frontal view + alerts our eyes slightly earlier if there are people in front at the sides or obstacles

besides that the adaptive headlight can be deactivated right?

u sound like having 2nd thoughts with the prius..

i love this car. New enjin..nice exterior & interior & full of safety spec. But i dont know abt Mazda M'sia' s after sales service & maintenance cost, in term of spare parts cost, isn't similar to T & H?

if AFS button is there...yes u can deactivate it~

from mudah.my:
**FREE 3 YEARS SERVICE N MAINTENANCE (Includes Parts,Oil & Labour)

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Added on April 5, 2012, 5:35 pmanyone from bandar puteri puchong branch?

This post has been edited by mroys@lyn: Apr 5 2012, 05:35 PM

Prefer New Kia Sportage....

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Added on April 5, 2012, 5:37 pmPrefer New Kia Sportage....

This post has been edited by hawkl: Apr 5 2012, 05:37 PM

sportage is not as roomy as this cx5.
spec wise, cx5 is better.
price, kia win.

how cx-5 win in terms of specs?

in terms of new technology

thats mean we do not need to spend any single cents for the 1st 3 yrs/ 100k km when servicing & change spare parts

what diff compare to T 3 years warranty as well as vw 5 yrs warranty & Kia 5 yrs?

This post has been edited by pana001: Apr 5 2012, 06:48 PM

Hahaha...it has been the toughest decision to make when buying the Prius. Hybrid seems to scare a lot of people off due to the high cost of the battery and some more most mechanic might not know how to repair it. The other thing is that there are a lot of bigger car for the same money.

aiyoh, you should have chose your original choice . prius C lor

oh.. and dont ever forget, T&H and most other japs make service interval is 5k km and you must follow in order not to void warranty. Mazda service interval is 10k km which is a very good buying point. Of course you can always service your mazda earlier if you have extra $$ to spend.

toyota is 10k km service interval too

TaiTai29-Have you consider Tucson 2.0 before you place the deposit ?

well i think CX5 is still worth to buy if it around 150K. I like the blue % red color

Yalor hoh. How the hell did I get sucked into the Prius Luxury instead

Not interested in Korea cars, I know they have improved a lot but I still prefer Japan car and CBU. I ordered a grey one, 2WD.

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Added on April 6, 2012, 5:05 pmPrice has not finalised yet, but definitely won't be more than 165k OTR with insurance, that's what they said. Hope they can make it 158k OTR with insurance.

This post has been edited by taitai29: Apr 6 2012, 05:05 PM

nice car...

do u think the 2.0 2WD will be underpower? coz i drive CRV 2.0, it was underpower.

The new crv is coming? My mum just book crv last week

Cx5 gadget really tempting, but not sure how the maintenance cost going to be.

maintenance isn't an issue for new vehicles...u want it, u get it
keke

yay, since it gives 3 yrs free SERVICE & maintenance. After 3 yrs then sell lar..

wow this spec is really tempting leh...
not only nice inside out but spec also very promising

You from Ipoh? You buying too? In Ipoh, Chin 3S service so so only

irfan, when the new crv is coming to malaysia?
im still looking for a "luxury suv" price about 150k...

thus, saw this thread.
now i have this in my mind
"new 2.0crv(im sure malaysia donot have 2.4 right) , recon harrier, cx-5 nw"

Hyundai and Kia is out of the league as do not want korean car...

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Added on April 7, 2012, 9:31 ami wonder the
acceleration or torque compared to CRV..

heard CRV is underpowered and poor torque

This post has been edited by curaptz: Apr 7 2012, 09:31 AM

may be honda will bring 2.4l engine this time.
for this price range, this year launch wil be cx5, crv, juke, xv & may be new escape.

FORD new escape not bad too...
Btw, wat would be the new crv price range??

still CRV vs CX-5 currently...

Maximum power (hp) / rpm
crv - 150 / 6,200

cx5 - 152 / 6,000

Maximim torque (Nm) / rpm
crv - 190 / 4,200

cx5 - 200 / 4,000

got any different here?

honda crv is using the old engine to carry the heavy "big" body
mazda cx5 has been balanced out on every aspect and provides ample "space"

choose ur pick..
if want to continue honda then feel free to do so crv do not have frequent nor many problematic issues, thus being reliable in and out, just not that powerful but it is sufficient enough....u're not racing or anything anyway...just ferrying family around or luggages..
as for mazda, around 8k+ has been sold in japan as soon as it was launched, shocking numbers very fuel safe and balanced power
vw tiguan wins a lil though compared to mazda cx5 but tiguan is much smaller

i hate the feeling of underpowered when wanna overtake car in highway..
i read alot saying crv hardly overtake vehicle in front after being slow.. due to its 2.0L.... then cx5 also 2.0L.. wonder wud be the same issue here.

vw tiguan over budget RM240k
a fren of mine suggest sportage...

so many suv to choose

black color is not available in malaysia for cx5?

This post has been edited by curaptz: Apr 7 2012, 12:02 PM

the 165k is for the 4x2 or 4x4 model?

indicative price RM175k for AWD

mazda cx5 CBU japan~
4x2 is more or less RM165k
4x4 is more or less RM175k

kia sportage requires 6 months or less waiting period for now, when they launch it, they brought a few stock only, takes some time to balance out the stock to go smoothly, it's a sleek looking suv anyway lolx..kudos to the design, not sure about the driving, seems okay but i can't comment about it

honda crv is well known for it's not very powerful so n so but people still prefer it because of the size/space and price..not much bad stuff about it, it's reliable enough haha...

mazda cx5 only got 5 colours for now..
blue, red, white, aluminium, metrogrey

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Added on April 7, 2012, 1:02 pmi'm aiming for a different model...
just giving my opinions here only lol..
yea chin3s service is so so but most people from kia/hyundai/peugeot/ssangyong/inokom/ford go there for help compared to going to their own service centre...

This post has been edited by Jinster: Apr 7 2012, 01:02 PM

any news for diesel model? will prefer diesel more than petrol...

if 4x4 is 175k is too exp la~crv is also 4x4 but only 150k

diesel model won't be brought into malaysia..
malaysia diesel quality will kill the engine, if not kill then will deteriorate the engine..
see all the rexton and other diesel cars..in very bad shape

@jamesngui
if something which is 100% all new which cost 175k below aint good enough for you...feel free to choose the old tech with new body crv or perhaps wait until honda incorporate a new engine in the car which i believe will be done after the first few batches is bought by people

This post has been edited by Jinster: Apr 7 2012, 04:07 PM

that too bad without diesel variant... even BMW model or Santa Fe have diesel to choose .. ==

hahahaha..true
what to do, mazda japan don't want to let their precious mazda cx5 to suffer drinking malaysia diesel lol

Juz went to showrooms hopping this afternoon...
Checkout
peugeot 3008, mitsubishi ASX, CX5, CX7 and current CRV... KOREAN CAR is big NO NO to me.

CX-7 just wash eye only(very nice!!!!), too expensive.. me poor...
3008, 1560cc only...no navigator and rear camera
ASX, macam very small...
sadly, cx-5 no black mica colour...WAI WAI WAI!
current crv overall dimension indead seems bigger than cx-5 but fabric seats and no navigator and rear camera... aiyo doesnt look cool inside tho due to the fabric seats..

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Added on April 7, 2012, 9:25 pmbtw,...
the SA told me...
the batch that came in port klang (still in port klang)..is 18inch rims not 19inch.

This post has been edited by curaptz: Apr 7 2012, 09:25 PM

You are not in malaysia aren't you?

shah alam..
btw, didnt see cx5 la... coz cx5 still in custom port klang....

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Added on April 7, 2012, 9:33 pmMr Audi...
any benefits if book the car with u?

This post has been edited by curaptz: Apr 7 2012, 09:33 PM

free tinted voucher kua...
it's confirmed 19" wheel with 17" spare.
not mentioned i-stop in the spec list.

Nope, our unit will not having i-stop, lane depature features. Quite sad but overall the specs that we are getting her is consider worth the money and much better compare to other maker.

well...i went to SA in glenmarie, the guy told me that the unit came into port klang are all 18"wheel...

so really wondering...
but 19" cost a bomb if were to change tyre in future....

Is either 19" or 17" and we are getting 19" for our market.

Cheers!

Seems nice ya, compare cx5 with prius which one is better? Its for my mom which she originally wanna buy camry, but becoz of higher price with old engine she ask me other car to choose then...

CX-5 is a CUV and Prius is hybrid sedan. I guess Prius is more suitable to your mum as hybrid car can give better mileage and easy to drive.

of course cx5 is better...
skyactiv and hybrid goes hand in hand under EEV
however skyactiv does not have does additional stuff like a motor and a large battery which is considered as addons...
skyactiv improved the current combustion engine even more than it was without any addons..

This post has been edited by Jinster: Apr 9 2012, 10:30 AM

Hermm.. Tq binary
Easy to drive means? Like parking n smaller turning radius u mean?

if let's say, just within city driving, fetch kids to school and back home, shopping, then prius/prius c would be ideal~

if want to be more lively, in style, fun fun zooming if need to, mazda cx5 would be ideal~

=D most importantly is let ur mom sit and feel the car first, driver n passenger comfort and so on..

Ok thanks.. My mom dont have small kids anymore bro.. Haha.. Will suggest her to test drive both car.. Anyway tq for ur answer bro, really appreciate it...

SA told me that the ones in port klang are for media testing.
first batch will be delivered in middle may.

This post has been edited by mroys@lyn: Apr 9 2012, 12:32 PM

If 18inch,can save cost mntnce.. If 19inch,looks relly cool! But burning pocket if to change tyres..haha

There are 2 people PM me and ask me to buy sportage,better price and better spec, better car, better looking etc, and ask me to call some number to find out more.

I wish it could be cheaper... anyway CX-5 gonna be better than sportage IMO

Why by pm? Dealer?
Sportage tucson n other korean brands are not in my list...
1.cx5
2.crv
3.asx
Currently looking for SA or dealer for their best offer....

most likely SA lol...

If CX-5 or ASX look for me bro won't let you down

You take booking for CX-5 as well? Can guarantee getting the car during first batch?

First batch delivery in May?

Should be after launch which is mid June.

any news on other skyactiv models.. e.g. Mazda 3 facelift?

i was told 1st batch customers will get the car b4 launching ie mid May.