Mazda CX-5 II
Produced from 2017–present, the Mazda CX-5 II (KF) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 2 petrol, 1 diesel, spanning 165 to 194 hp. The quickest version, the 2.5 SKYACTIV-G AWD, covers 0–100 km/h in 8.6 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD leads the range at 38 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4550 × 1840 × 1675 mm on a 2700 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Mazda CX-5 II (KF) was manufactured from 2017 – present (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a suv. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 165 to 194 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 38.0 MPG combined (2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD).
Power range
165–194 hp
Quickest 0–100
8.6 s
Best combined
38 MPG
Length
4.55 m
01Decision support
Which CX-5 II suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD
38.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 29% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest CX-5 II.
Performance · quickest
2.5 SKYACTIV-G AWD
0–100 km/h in 8.6s · 194 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD
184 hp · 38.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (2 petrol · 1 diesel)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.0 SKYACTIV-GPetrol | 2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWDDiesel | 2.5 SKYACTIV-G AWDPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | PE-VPS | SH-VPTS | PY-VPS |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Diesel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,998 cc) | 2.2L (2,191 cc) | 2.5L (2,488 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 twin-turbo | I4 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 165 hp / 123 kW | 184 hp / 137 kW | 194 hp / 145 kW |
| Torque | 213 Nm / 157 lb-ft | 445 Nm / 328 lb-ft | 257 Nm / 190 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 8.6 s |
| Top speed | 193 km/h (120 mph) | 207 km/h (129 mph) | 201 km/h (125 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) |
| Combined | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) | 38 MPG (6.2 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 148 g/km | 155 g/km | 170 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,505 kg (3,318 lbs) | 1,740 kg (3,836 lbs) | 1,620 kg (3,571 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2017–present | 2017–present | 2017–present |
03Then vs now
KF vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. KE |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +19 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -0.2 s |
| Best combined MPG | -1 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +124 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the KE, the KF is thirstier, noticeably more powerful, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the KE's typically lower asking prices.
View the KE spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,550 mm
179.1 in
Width
1,840 mm
72.4 in
Height
1,675 mm
65.9 in
Wheelbase
2,700 mm
106.3 in
Curb weight spans 1,505–1,740 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
CX-5 II: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Mazda CX-5 II (KF)?
The Mazda CX-5 II (KF) lineup offers 2 petrol · 1 diesel: 2.0 SKYACTIV-G (165 hp), 2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD (184 hp), 2.5 SKYACTIV-G AWD (194 hp).
How quick is the Mazda CX-5 II (KF) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.5 SKYACTIV-G AWD, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.6s, reaching a top speed of 207 km/h (129 mph) with the 2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD.
What is the most fuel-efficient Mazda CX-5 II (KF) trim?
The 2.2D SKYACTIV-D AWD delivers the highest fuel economy at 38.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 27–38 combined MPG.
How does the KF compare to the previous Mazda CX-5?
Against the KE predecessor it replaces, the KF is thirstier, noticeably more powerful, heavier, mostly safety and equipment mass. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Mazda CX-5 II (KF)?
The Mazda CX-5 II (KF) was produced from 2017 – present, spanning the following model years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Mazda CX-5 II (KF)?
4550 mm long, 1840 mm wide, 1675 mm tall on a 2700 mm wheelbase (179.1 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Mazda CX-5Certification data, 2017–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2017 Mazda CX-5, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Mazda official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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