So after nearly a month of owning the car, having clocked around 1.5k km - I would say that I'm enjoying the car. Glad I didn't spring for the latest Harrier or BMW X1 instead. I think the CX5 punches above its weight quite well and matches to those more expensive cars pretty well.

Just wish that the gearbox is a little faster, that's really my only complaint.

2.0GLS.

I had initially wanted to go for the 2.5T, but the added cost is not a mere "20k" difference. The insurance is higher on the 2.5T, higher petrol consumption ESPECIALLY when stuck in traffic, the road tax and tyres (as you noted), plus the cost of replacing parts are more expensive on the 2.5T variant (even if many of those parts are shared with with the 2.0 variants, a common practice by many manufacturers).

At RM180k (with insurance, it'll be around RM185k already), I don't know if the 2.5T is worth that much.

I'm only using the CX5 for daily city to city commuting, for highway runs I have my A35 AMG if I'm traveling outstation. Otherwise I've been happy with the 2.0's performance, it's definitely good enough. Handling is superb for a car this size. 160km/h is not an issue, I've topped 190km/h and I'm sure it can hit at least 200km/h before it starts to max out. Like I said earlier, just wish the gearbox is a little faster.

I'm getting 8.7-9km/L for FC on the 2.0. So much better than my previous guzzler which was the Harrier, damn thing was barely doing 6km/L.

Go for a test drive yourself and judge for yourself. Different people will have different expectations.
It is difficult to based on others expectation.

Hi cfa28,
There is a difference between the various CX5 models. Even for the petrol version alone, there are 3 versions.
Personally I have test driven the 2.0, 2.5 & 2.5T. Wasn't interested in the diesel version. Getting the Euro 5 diesel can be hassle for me.
As for the 2.5 non turbo, the price is slightly lower than the 2.5T. You are looking at a RM14k difference. But for the 2.5T, you get a turbo engine plus other (LDWS, LAS & Active driving display)
After driving the 2.0, I personally find it to be under power especially when there is 4 persons in the car.
End of day, I decided for the 2.5T

Of course the 2.5T will have higher road tax plus costlier tyres.

As mentioned by Ben, either you go for the 2.0 (budget constraint and don't mind the power) or the 2.5T. It's all boil down to personal preference

If you ask me, you either stop at the 2.0 NA or go all out for the 2.5T. The 2.5 NA is not worth it as it's priced so close to the turbo model and the difference is quite noticeable. Alternatively, you may want to look at the 2.2D as well, but too bad it no longer has the AWD.

Overall, the point of the 2.0 is to have sufficient power with good handling yet being a practical car that also provides very decent comfort.

Hey guys need some opinion here.. I test drove the cx30 petrol high spec. It’s pretty good, handling also good, nvh low, but it doesn’t seat high like a proper suv and the space behind is cramp for me if I’m the passenger. Then I tried cx5 2.2d, not sure what’s wrong with it, I felt nervous driving it. Didn’t recall such feeling when driven 2.0 last time. Handling seems sub par, any idea why ? My wife seating behind told me that she felt uneasy, like going to get thrown off

Yea man, I heard a few owner mention this to me as well so I just go for the normal 2.5 instead. Hopefully I could get the car next week.

my one tank can go up to 500+ average driving and 50/50 highway and city. Sometimes fully city can touch close to 500...480... but need to control right foot  quite happy with the FC being 1.5 tonnes car and 2.0 engine and I don't drive slow. im sure can get even more if I drive more economically. mostly using ron95

Which model u looking for? 2.0 will have the best milage . I go for 2.5 cause I wanted abit more power and I got a good deal.

yeah less than full tank. usually pump about 46 lit. pretty good right ? but usually im alone driving, or with just 1 passenger.

2.5 FC 70% highway and 30% local. 1 full tank 600-650Km. Each tyre cost about $150-200 extra depend on brand. 2.5 have a lot power but pay price for higher FC, tyre & road tax. So you just want the look or you also want the power.

I always pump quarter of full thank of 500 Km had been running. Another 1/4 tank will allow me run another 120 - 150 KM before I pump. Usually I pump 42-45 L.

I don't trust Turbo. future maintenance is higher and frequency servicing is needed if you follow CR-V turbo forum. First plan take Diesel but diesel car engine blow cases is too much online, even manufacturer said is fixed. So conservative safe bet is 2.5 NA. That reason why Toyota is the most reliable Engine. Turbo N' Diesel not my type. If i need more power i rather go 3.0 NA

Hi all,

I want to know what's the interval for changing the ATF? I've changed mine at 35,000 km. So what's the mileage for the next change?

Please help. Tq & much appreciated.

150k km all sound coming out. Dunno which part need to change. full set Absorber, engine mounting changed, but still have sound.
what next? lower arm? drive shaft?