2026 Mazda CX‑5: Australian Pricing Revealed Ahead of Mid‑Year Launch

Mazda Australia has confirmed pricing for the all‑new 2026 CX‑5, with the updated SUV set to arrive mid‑year and launching from under $40,000. The brand says the 2026 Mazda CX-5 delivers “significant value” over the outgoing model, signalling meaningful upgrades across the range.

How much will the CX-5 cost and what equipment does it come with?

Mazda’s confirmed starting point places the new CX‑5 right in the heart of the fiercely competitive mid‑size SUV segment. The sub‑$40K entry price positions it closely against key rivals from Toyota, Hyundai, and Nissan.

2026 Mazda CX-5 Pure equipment highlights:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• LED headlights with auto on/off
• High Beam Control – auto high-beam
• 10.25-inch TFT LCD instrument cluster
• 12.9-inch central infotainment system
• Apple CarPlay, Android Auto – wired
• Black cloth trim
• 8-sway manual driver’s seat adjustment
• Parking sensors – front, rear

CX-5 Evolve adds:

• Frameless, auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Side mirrors – auto-folding, heated
• Heated front seats
• Apple CarPlay, Android Auto – wireless
• Wireless smartphone charger
• Smart keyless entry
• Rear air vents

CX-5 Touring adds:

• 19-inch machined alloy wheels
• Black Maztex leatherette upholstery
  • incl. synthetic suede inserts
• 10-way power driver seat incl. memory function
• Heated steering wheel
• Remote power tailgate – open, close
• Active driving display – HUD
• Roof rails
• Heated windscreen
• Exterior mirrors incl. memory function

CX-5 GT SP adds:

• 19-inch black alloy wheels
• Adaptive LED headlights
• Gloss Black wheel arch mouldings
• Gloss Black front, rear bumper finish
• 12-speaker Bose premium audio
• Signature LED illumination – headlights, tail-lights
• Ambient interior lighting
• 8-way power passenger seat
• Black leather upholstery
• Heated outer rear seats
• USB-C ports – rear
• 360-degree cameras incl. see-through view

CX-5 Akera adds:

• Front seat ventilation
• 15.6-inch central touchscreen
• Panoramic sunroof
• Hands-free tailgate function
• Steering wheel paddle shifters
• Personalise system incl. Easy Entry, driving position guide

Standard safety features across the range include:

• Adaptive cruise control incl. stop/go
• Smart City Brake Support – AEB
  • Forward, Reverse
• Blind-spot monitoring with Turn Warning
• Lane departure warning
• Lane-keep assist

All new CX-5 vehicles will also come fitted with Mazda Connected Services as standard, though Australians will miss out on the Google Built-in features offered abroad.

Integrating with the MyMazda app available for compatible smartphones, CX-5 customers will be able to use a range of net-based remote services.

Mazda Connected Services features include:

• Vehicle Status and Health
• Stolen Vehicle Assistance
• Remote Lock
• Flash Lights function
• Vehicle Locator services
• Curfew Notification
• Geofencing capability
• Emergency SOS services

Colours

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is available with seven exterior paint colours, including a new Navy Blue Mica which debuts on the new CX-5.

What else is new or not-so new?

The next-generation CX-5 remains petrol-powered across the entire range, with just one engine on offer: Mazda’s G25 2.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder. It produces 132kW and 242Nm, slightly reduced from the previous model due to Euro 6 emissions requirements. It runs on regular 91 RON fuel and has a claimed combined consumption of 7.4L/100km. Expect a hybrid in the coming few years.

The 2.5-litre engine is paired with Mazda’s six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive as standard. Equipment levels are generous, and all variants come with key safety technology including autonomous emergency braking for both forward and reverse, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control with stop and go functionality.

Mazda has also increased the size of the new CX-5. Overall length grows by 115mm to 4690mm, width increases by 15mm to 1860mm and the wheelbase stretches by another 115mm to 2815mm. Boot space is improved too, up by 28 litres to 466 litres with the rear seats upright and rising to 1594 litres, an increase of 254 litres, with the seats folded. Expect this to liberate more interior space, which has long been something a little lacking in the outgoing model. This extra space should also bode well with the svelte interior design, adding the CX-5’s upmarket feel inside.

When can I buy one?

Local buyers can expect the 2026 Mazda CX‑5 to arrive mid‑2026, with Mazda forecasting solid supply. Stay tuned to DiscoverAuto for our first steer of the 2026 Mazda CX‑5.