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2024 Mazda CX-5 G35 Akera review
The CX-5 remains an old faithful for Aussie buyers, and the G35 Akera is a punchy and luxurious flagship – if a little dated and thirsty now.
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James Wong
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The 2023 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:
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James Wong
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Type | ||
DIRECT FUEL INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWIN TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1997 - 2488 | 1991 - 3982 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.5L, 2.0L, 2.2L | 2.0L, 4.0L, 3.0L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 4, TWIN TURBO V8, TWIN TURBO V6 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 - 32 | |
Power | ||
115kW - 170kW | 287kW - 375kW | |
Power RPM | ||
4500 - 6000 | 5500 - 6750 | |
Torque | ||
200Nm - 420Nm | 500Nm - 700Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
2000 - 4000 | 1750 - 2500 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10.5 - 14.4 | 10 - 10.5 |