Bermaz Motor Unveils 2024 Mazda CX-5; 5 Variants From RM144k

Bermaz Motor has introduced the latest iteration of the Mazda CX-5, Mazda’s global best-seller since its introduction in 2012. A year later, 2013, the Mazda CX-5 was locally assembled in Malaysia. Since then, it has played a pivotal role in contributing to the Mazda brand’s success in Malaysia, earning acclaim for its versatile performance, high-quality design, and exceptional driving dynamics.

The Mazda CX-5 is updated for 2024, with enhancements to features, styling, and technologies to further improve driving performance, comfort and safety. Also locally assembled in Kulim, Kedah, there are 5 variants available, namely:

• MAZDA CX-5 2.0L 2WD MID : RM144,469.20
• MAZDA CX-5 2.0L 2WD HIGH : RM161,469.20
• MAZDA CX-5 2.5L 2WD HIGH : RM174,960.40
• MAZDA CX-5 2.2D 2WD HIGH : RM180,322.80
• MAZDA CX-5 2.5T AWD HIGH : RM188,760.40

• Prices quoted are on-the-road without insurance for private registration in Pen. Malaysia, for Metallic variants.
• For CX-5 2.0 High and above, add RM3,300 for the Premium variants.
  

The most obvious change is on the outside. The 2024 Mazda CX-5 gets a refreshed design that still captures the essence of Mazda’s KODO – Soul of Motion design philosophy, and looking refined and sophisticated. The exterior showcases crafted surfaces that take advantage of light and shadows to emphasise a robust shape especially in the front and rear.

The restyled fascia features 3-dimensional elements, and redesigned LED signature headlamps for a bold and assertive impression to highlight its width. The front grille is positioned above a subtly redesigned lower bumper with a smaller centre intake to creates a sense of depth. Further, the signature wing that extends outwards from the grille has been restyled with surface forms rather than lines. Likewise, the rear also features redesigned oblong LED tail lights to emphasise a planted stance. Additionally, the 17″ and 19″ alloy wheels (depending variant) have also been updated with new styling.

Underneath these visual enhancements is Mazda’s Skyactiv Vehicle Architecture technologies, polished further to provide a more natural and comfortable driving experience through improvements in the body, suspension, and seats.

The updated chassis has increased rigidity of the lateral frame near its body centre, with damping wellbond structure for vibration suppression and better manoeuvrability. The improved springs and dampers further contribute to better ride comfort, driving quality, and reduced NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness). They help to reduce the occupants’ heads from pitching forward when going over bumps.

Complementing this is the redesigned seats which reduce the occupants’ body sway In pursuit of a natural driving experience, Mazda has redesigned the CX-5 seats, aiming to reduce body sway through the optimising of the seat structure and how the entire seat cushion surface flexes when sat in. Moreover, the seat holds the occupants’ spine in an S-shaped curve, allowing the spine to flex in response to vibration transmitted from the pelvis in order to stabilise the occupants’ heads. These advancements are part of Mazda’s Human Centric Development to deliver a smoother, quieter, and more comfortable experience for both driver and occupants.

Besides driving comfort, there are also creature comfort features in the new Mazda CX-5, including Qi wireless charger, wireless Apple CarPlay via the 8″ infotainment display, LED interior lighting, and auto-folding side mirrors, which are standard across all models.

Additionally, variant-specific enhancements include Mazda’s Advanced Keyless Entry for the 2.0L Mid variant, paddle shifters and redesigned LED signature headlamps for the 2.0L High variants and above, and driver and front passenger ventilated seats for extra comfort in the 2.5L variant and above.

Furthermore, the Mazda CX-5 2.5T AWD variant features Mi-Drive, offering 3 driving modes (Normal, Sport, and Off-Road) to optimise driving capability based on varying conditions. The Off-Road mode optimises system control characteristics for high traction performance, smooth traction control, automatic transmission control for smooth and continuous torque, and engine idling speed to maximise climbing ability.

In terms of safety, the Mazda CX-5 earned the IIHS 2023 TOP SAFETY PICK. The CX-5 2.0L High variants and above are now equipped with i-Activsense Advanced Driver Assist Safety features which includes Smart Brake Support (SBS), Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC, with Stop & Go), and Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS).

The exterior colour line-up includes Jet Black, Snowflake White Pearl, Machine Gray, Deep Crystal Blue, Soul Red Crystal, and the newly added Polymetal Gray and Platinum Quartz.

All registered Mazda vehicles benefit from a 5-year Manufacturer Warranty + 5-Years Free Maintenance (excluding Mazda BT-50), covering labor, parts, and lubricants with a mileage limit of 100,000 km or 5 years, whichever comes first.