The Mazda CX-5 has been awarded top marks in the famous endurance test conducted by leading German Magazine Auto Bild. The Mazda CX-5 passed the 100,000-kilometre real-world reliability test with flying colours.
Mazda’s highly successful SUV not only convinced the jury in terms of day-to-day use. With no notable defects and impeccable workshop performance, the compact SUV also earned one of the best marks ever awarded in an endurance test.
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The editors of “AUTO BILD” had already attested to the excellent long-term qualities of the predecessor model in the 2015 endurance test. But because of a workshop blunder, the car scored an A- at the time. The new CX-5 exhibits no flaws at all, earning it a straight A and fourth place in the all-time rankings – a list that includes 68 vehicles.
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During everyday use, the Mazda CX-5 impressed the editorial team with its spaciousness, offering ample room for the family, as well as a high level of motoring comfort and a refined powertrain. Particularly highly praised was the smooth interaction of the Skyactiv D 184ps diesel engine with the six-speed automatic transmission.
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The Mazda compact SUV also displayed no technological shortcomings during the test period, neither breaking down or displaying any defects or unscheduled workshop visits. And even when the CX-5 was stripped down to its individual parts under expert supervision, the judges did not find any notable defects. Neither the 2.2-litre diesel engine nor the chassis or interior seemed particularly fazed by the 100,000Km – which, in turn, left the trade journal’s experts very impressed.
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This excellent performance in the endurance test is further proof of the Mazda CX-5’s strong reliability and long-term quality.