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title: Meet The New, Larger 2026 Mazda CX-5    
description: The all-new, bigger 2026 Mazda CX-5 will arrive in dealer showrooms in early 2026.
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# [Meet The New, Larger 2026 Mazda CX-5    ](https://www.carpro.com/blog/meet-the-new-larger-2026-mazda-cx-5)

 Written by [CarPro](https://www.carpro.com/blog/author/carpro) | Jul 14, 2025 9:18:49 PM

Mazda is introducing the all-new 2026 CX-5. As we shared in our recent review of the [2025 CX-5, ](https://www.carpro.com/vehicle-reviews/2025-mazda-cx-5-turbo-signature-review)the SUV is the brand's best-selling vehicle in the U.S., so it's an important redesign for the brand. Mazda says since it's sold 1.6 million CX-5 models in the U-S since the crossover's debut in 2012. 

The new 2026 CX-5 is bigger that its predecessor, offers the largest touchscreen ever offered on a Mazda vehicle,  gains more space in the cabin and cargo area, and more.

#### Exterior 

The new CX-5 takes on the brand's latest design and styling cues from the CX-70 and CX-90. The front end is wider and more chiseled, with more angular lighting elements flanking the automaker's Signature Wing grille.

Credit: Mazda. 

 

In back, you'll spot more angular lighting and new "MAZDA" lettering that replaces the traditional Mazda badge. New 19-inch wheels are also available. The design changes aren't just stylistic ones. They also result in an increase in size. The all-new CX-5 is 4.5-inches longer in overall length and in wheelbase. It's also over half an inch wider than the previous model.

#### Interior

Inside, you find an uncluttered, roomy cabin boasting carefully-crafted materials and finishes - something Mazda is noted for in its class. 

New for 2026: much larger door openings so it's easier to get in and out - as well as as making it easier to load in car seats.  Designers also enhanced room in the second row  with increased second-row leg, knee and headroom.  Also new: 7-color ambient lighting on the front door trims.

Credit: Mazda. 

 

The 2026 CX-5 also has a notably larger cargo area, which is now almost two inches longer and over an inch higher all.  It also features a lower lift-in height that drops over half an inch from its predecessor to make it easier to load larger items. 

The lineup also offers an available panoramic sunroof. 

**New Technology**

Technology gets a big boost in the new CX-5. There's a new available 15.6-inch integrated touchscreen display,  the largest ever offered on a Mazda vehicle. But best of all, it gets rid of the center console command dial! That's because the system now runs Google built-in. 

Credit: Mazda. 

 

It integrates key Google apps and services, like Google Play and new Google Gemini, an AI assistant from Google, which is coming soon to cars with Google built-in. It allows owners to take hands-free control of everything that matters on the road. Mazda says owners can speak naturally, ask complex questions, and steer the conversation with follow-ups—no need to memorize commands or phrases.  There are updates to Google Maps as well. 

**Safety**

The all-new Mazda CX-5 will introduce several new Advanced Driver Assistance System features, though its press release doesn't provide specifics.

#### Powertrain

The 2026 CX-5 will launch with a 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G four-cylinder engine which produces 187-horsepower and 185 pound-feet of torque. This engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and standard. i-Activ AWD. For 2026, Mazda says it has recalibrated the popular 2.5 S packege for greater flexibility, a sharper response and more relaxed, quiet demeanor, based on how the vehicle is driven.

A hybrid model will debut in 2027.

#### Availability

No pricing yet.  The new CX-5 will go on sale in early 2026. [Car Pro Show listeners](https://www.carpro.com/carpro-radio-show) and [newsletter subscribers ](https://www.carpro.com/subscribe-to-carpro-newsletter)can learn more about the all-new 2026 Mazda CX-5[ here.](https://news.mazdausa.com/2025-07-10-Mazda-Reveals-All-New-2026-CX-5)

Photo Credit:  Mazda USA.

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