Australian prices and initial specifications for the new generation 2026 Mazda CX-5 have been announced and the all-new mid-size SUV range is now available to order ahead of its launch in mid-2026.
Since the CX-5’s debut over a decade ago, more than 325,000 examples of the CX-5 have been sold in Australia – more than five million have been sold worldwide – and the model has been the Japanese brand’s best seller for the past seven years running. So it’s obviously a very, very important product for Mazda.
For 2026, the new CX-5 range wants to pay particular attention to value. While prices have technically increased, equipment levels have also risen across the range, with petrol engine and all-wheel drive standard across the range from launch.
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The naming of the third-generation CX-5 variants has been brought in line with the rest of the Mazda range and five trim levels are offered – as with the previous range.
Prices start at $39,990 plus on-road costs for the entry-level CX-5 Pure, a few thousand more than the $37,990 drive-away price of its predecessor CX-5 G20 Maxx, while the flagship Akera costs from $54,990 plus ORCs.
As previously confirmed, the 2026 Mazda CX-5 will launch with one powertrain – the 2.5-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine ‘G25’, producing 132kW of power and 242Nm of torque and driving all four wheels via a six-speed automatic as standard.
Despite increasing pressure from the Federal Government’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) to reduce CO2 emissions, the CX-5 G25 AWD claims fuel consumption of 7.4L/100km on the combined cycle, with CO2 emissions estimated at 173g/km. For reference, the upper limit for Type 1 passenger cars in 2026 under the NVES is approximately 110g/km.
Mazda Australia has confirmed the launch of a new CX-5 Hybrid for sometime in 2027, which will introduce the brand’s new ‘Skyactiv-Z’ petrol engine, which features a range of new technologies to optimize performance And Efficiency.
Standard equipment
Equipment highlights of the Mazda CX-5 Pure 2026:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights with automatic on/off switching
- High beam control – automatic high beam
- 10.25-inch TFT LCD instrument cluster
- 12.9-inch central infotainment system
- Apple CarPlay, Android Auto – wired
- Black fabric trim
- 8-stage manual driver’s seat adjustment
- Parking sensors – front, rear
CX-5 Evolve adds:
- Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Side mirrors – automatically foldable, heated
- Heated front seats
- Apple CarPlay, Android Auto – wireless
- Wireless smartphone charger
- Smart keyless entry
- Rear vents
CX-5 Touring adds:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Black Maztex faux leather upholstery
- Includes synthetic suede inserts
- 10-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat including memory function
- Heated steering wheel
- Electric tailgate with remote control – open, close
- Active Driving Display – HUD
- Roof rails
- Heated windshield
- Exterior mirror including memory function
CX-5 GT SP adds:
- 19-inch black alloy wheels
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Wheel arch moldings in glossy black
- Glossy black front and rear bumper paint
- Bose premium audio with 12 speakers
- Signature LED lighting – headlights, taillights
- Ambient interior lighting
- 8-way electrically adjustable passenger seat
- Black leather upholstery
- Heated outboard rear seats
- USB-C ports – rear
- 360 degree cameras including transparent view
CX-5 Akera adds:
- Front seat ventilation
- Central 15.6-inch touchscreen
- Panoramic sunroof
- Hands-free tailgate function
- Shift paddles on the steering wheel
- Personalize system including easy entry, driver position display
Standard safety features across the range include:
- Adaptive cruise control including stop/go
- Smart City Brake Support – AEB
- Blind spot monitoring with turn warning
- Lane departure warning
- Lane keeping assistant
All new CX-5 vehicles will also come with Mazda Connected Services as standard – although Australians will miss out on the Google Built-in features offered overseas.
By integrating with the MyMazda app, available for compatible smartphones, CX-5 customers can enjoy a range of network-based remote services.
Mazda Connected Services features include:
- Vehicle status and condition
- Help with stolen vehicles
- Remote locking
- Flash light function
- Vehicle location services
- Curfew notification
- Geofencing capability
- Emergency SOS services
Colors
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is available with seven exterior paint finishes, including a new Navy Blue Mica, debuting on the new CX-5.
Colors available include:
- Rhodium white metallic
- Aero gray metallic
- Polymetal gray metallic
- Machine gray metallic
- Deep black MIca
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
Available interior trim options include:
- Black and White Matex: $1000 – Touring
- Tan Leather: $1000 – Akera
Prices
While prices have risen across the board, Mazda Australia says each variant offers thousands of dollars of “significant value” compared to the equivalent version of the outgoing CX-5.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 G25 Pure AWD | $39,990 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 G25 Evolve AWD | $42,990 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 G25 Touring AWD | $47,490 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 G25 GT SP AWD | $51,990 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 AWD | $54,990 |
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