Mechanicals

2.0 litre SkyActiv-G DOHC engine
1,998 cc, four-cylinder petrol
162 hp at 6,000 rpm, 210 Nm at 4,000 rpm
Mazda i-Stop idling technology
Mazda G-Vectoring Control technology
SkyActiv-Drive six-speed automatic with manual shift mode
Electronic power assisted steering (EPAS)
Five-year/100,000 km warranty
Three-year/60,000 free maintenance package
Exterior

LED headlights with auto levelling and auto on/off function
Bulb-type daytime running lights
LED front fog lamps
Bulb-type rear combination taillights
Automatic wipers
17-inch alloy wheels with 225/65 profile tyres
Black door pillar garnish
Interior

Keyless start
Electronic parking brake
Multi-function leather steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment
Leather gear knob
Gun Metallic dashboard trim
Fabric seats
Manually-adjustable driver and passenger seats
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
4.6-inch TFT LCD standard display
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Rear air-con vents
40:20:40 split-folding rear seats
Front armrest
Rear armrest with integrated cupholders and two USB ports
MZD Connect infotainment system with seven-inch full colour touchscreen display
Six-speaker audio system
Reverse camera
442 litre boot (expandable to 1,342 litres with rear seats down)
Safety

Six airbags (dual front, front sides and curtains)
ABS, EBD, Emergency Brake Assist
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Traction Control System (TCS)
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
Speed-sensing auto lock function
Brake auto hold function
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Two Isofix anchors for rear seats
Four rear parking sensors

Exterior

LED daytime running lights
LED rear combination taillights
Piano black door pillar garnish
Interior

Keyless entry
Metal & Wood dashboard trim
Power-adjustable 10-way driver’s seat
Leather seats
Navigation function for MZD system
Safety

Four front parking sensors
Adaptive Front-Lighting System (AFS)
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) – front

Mechanicals

2.5 litre SkyActiv-G DOHC engine
2,488 cc, four-cylinder petrol
192 hp at 6,000 rpm, 257 Nm at 3,250 rpm
Exterior

19-inch alloy wheels with 225/55 profile tyres

Mechanicals

2.2 litre SkyActiv-D DOHC engine
2,191 cc, four-cylinder diesel
173 hp at 4,500 rpm, 420 Nm at 2,000 rpm
Interior

4.6-inch TFT LCD multi-info display
Safety

Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH)
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Lane Keep Assist System (LAS)
Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
Smart City Brake Support – rear

Mazda i-Activ all-wheel drive system (AWD)

1. Driver dash boad panel lighting out of control
- Possibly need to change battery

2. "Ki kok ki kok" sound from rear side
- Possible lower arm bush and absorber fault. Proceed to consult SC for a fix.

3. Vibrating or sound front engine
- Possible engine mounting. Proceed to consult SC for a fix.

As far as the warranty ensues, any additional modification will actually void the warranty. But then most of the time service center will look away if the modification does not greatly affects the car or wire cutting. Therefore, many opted for those plug and play modifications. Listed below are some of the commons modification. Do TAKE NOTE - modify and add on your own risk. None will bear the responsibilities.
1. Paddle Shifter
2. Sound Proof padding
3. Android Interface module
4. Powerboot
5. Replacing the existing sound system

The Skytint is actually from Konica Minolta. The specs for the skytint are as below:
Front - VLT-85%, Solar Energy Rejection-34%, Infrared-55%,UV-99.9%
Side and rear- VLT-70%, Solar Energy Rejection-50%, Infrared-97%,UV-99.9%

As you can see, Total Solar Energy Rejection (TSER) which is the value we should look at for heat rejection is low for the front windscreen (only 34%). This is due to they opt for the high VLT (85% instead of 70%) for the front windscreen. For the rest, it should be fine.

If you are on budget, you might consider adding on an extra layer of tint for the front windscreen like Canny Cool which costs 300 only. Do take note the total thickness we can have is 6mil only. The Skytint itself is already at 4mil thickness. Therefore if you plan on adding another layer, it has to be the solar film which usually around 2 mil.

Another option is to take off everything and reapply premium tint like 3M, V-Kool, Huper Optik or Raytech. These will cost around 1.5 to 3k depending on the specification of the tint.

Do take note you might accidentally stripped off the heat panel line at the rear windscreen when you replace the tint.

Further window tinting's guide: https://www.facebook.com/notes/mazda-cx-5-c...671777166209111
(You can only check the guide after you joined the Facebook group)

It would depend on the individual. Personally it's still on the acceptable level to me but it's noisier than normal. You could hear the road noise and you could feel what kind of road (uneven, tar, sand) you are driving on.

If you felt that it's not acceptable, you can trade in your new tires to some tire shop and add on a bit to change to better tires.

Recommended tire list and price: https://www.facebook.com/notes/mazda-cx-5-c...671777036209124
(You can only check the guide after you joined the Facebook group)

Ceramic coatings are the next step in the evolution of paint protection. They bond to the surface of the paint, creating a permanent layer of protection. Ceramic coatings offer substantially more scratch resistance, chemical resistance, UV protection and heat tolerance than wax or polymer sealants. Environmental damage and scratches are unable to penetrate the coating, leaving the paint in pristine condition. A professional ceramic coating typically only needs to be installed once during the average lifetime of vehicle ownership, making it a cost-effective option that offers supreme protection.

Paint protection film (PPF) is a clear film that was originally developed to protect military vehicles. Eventually, the high-end performance car industry began using PPF and now it’s used in the consumer market to protect cars from rock chips, scratches, and contaminants. The self-healing properties of some PPF products make them an attractive option since some scratches will dissipate over time or with heat. Surface defects should be removed prior to application of the film.

Paint Protection Film
PROS
Better resistance to rock chip damage.
Some have limited self-healing properties (since it is essentially TPU ((thermoplastic polyurethane)), or similar film).
Prevents most scratches from reaching the paint (though the film will get scratched).

CONS
Slightly minimizes shine.
Is not very hydrophobic, so little water beading and sheeting.
Can discolor over time and turn a yellowish hue.
Major damage cannot be repaired, so the film would need to be removed and replaced.
Will need to be replaced eventually.
Can damage paint underneath if removed
Difficult to install properly.
More expensive than ceramic coatings.

Ceramic Coatings
PROS
9H hardness, so better resistance to minor scratches.
Greatly enhanced chemical resistance (professional coatings).
Super hydrophobic, excellent water beading/sheeting.
Easier cleaning.
Increased shine/luster.
Greater repairability (can be polished to fix minor damage).
Permanent, no need to remove and reinstall (pro coatings only).

CONS
Will not stop rock chips.
Can look bad if installed improperly.
Expensive, though less expensive than PPF.

PPF and Ceramic Coatings Work Together
PPF and ceramic coatings work together for optimal protection. Ideally, you will install PPF on the areas prone to rock chip damage and then install a ceramic coating over the top of the PPF and on the rest of the vehicle. This may seem extreme, but if your average daily drive includes navigating terrain that is going to assault your car with rocks, you will be glad you have the added protection.

We also recommend that if you install PPF on the entire vehicle it would be advantageous to install a ceramic coating over top for the slickness, hydrophobicity, and ease of cleaning.

Details Matter is Melbourne, Florida’s complete automotive protection center. As a certified Ceramic Pro and Opti-Coat Pro installer, we provide experienced, professional exterior and interior coating installation. Contact us with any questions you have about paint protection for your car.
[Source info comes from http://www.detailsmatterllc.com/comparison...ramic-coatings/]

1. Ceramic Pro
2. Sierra Glow
3. G Guard

This was shared by the members in the Facebook Group. I can't confirm the accuracy as I am still under the 3 years free services.

Mazda CX5 Petrol and Diesel Service Cost

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My 2 cents here is that if you want the raw power go for 2.2D. If you drive in city most of the time and don't mind the power, go for 2.0 GLS.

Why not go for 2.5 GLS?
1. You gotta pay more road tax than 2.0 GLS.
2. You get less power and FC compared to 2.2D
3. You don't get full safety tech like 2.2D - lane departure assist (LAS), lane departure warning system (LDWS), driver attention alert (DAA) and adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
4. The price difference between 2.5 and 2.2D is very small, yet you are missing out everything
5. FC for 2.5 is not as good as 2.0 if you are driving in city most of the time due to higher cc but stuck in traffic
6. The only good thing is the maintenance and repairing cost is lower than 2.2D but like chinese saying, if you are already paying for the chicken might as well pay for the kicap

However, if Euro 5 diesel is hardly available or accessible in your area, then you might consider going for 2.5.

This is a survey done by the members in the Facebook group.

Survey

West Malaysia Euro 5 station

Recommend to access via mobile Google Map app.

Andriod
https://support.google.com/maps/answer/3045...3DAndroid&oco=1

IOS
https://support.google.com/maps/answer/3045...orm%3DiOS&oco=1

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I'm getting my date from below source:

SHELL
https://www.shell.com.my/motorists/shell-fu...ed-may-2018.pdf

BHP
http://www.bhpetrol.com.my/products-servic...ocator?diesel=1

PETRONAS
https://www.mymesra.com.my/PETRONAS_Fuels-@..._Pro-Drive.aspx

PETRON
https://www.petronmiles.com.my/UploadedFile..._Jan'18.pdf

CALTEX
https://www.caltex.com/content/dam/caltex/m...ions_June18.pdf

If you are on older firmware, then you can install Android Auto or Apple Carplay via USB port to use Waze and Google Map.

If you are newer firmware, which is the case for all 2018 models then installation via USB port is disabled. You'll need to take off the front panels and do the serial hack. It requires some hardware work.

Instructions can be found here: https://mazdatweaks.com/

If you do not have the confidence, you can find others to do it for it for 400 bucks.

Official Android Auto and Apple Car Play will be coming to CX-5 soon, no confirmation yet but could be end of this year.