> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.roadblazing.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 2024 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Turbo - New Allotrope Re-Driven Review - URL: https://www.roadblazing.com/2024-mazda-cx-5-carbon-turbo-new-allotrope-re-driven-review/ - Published: 2024-03-25T13:30:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-01-04T23:50:44.000Z - Author: George Straton - Tags: Crossover Utility Vehicles ## *ANOTHER ALLOTROPE OF 6TH ELEMENT* :In nature, the element Carbon, common to all living organisms, manifests itself in a wide array, ranging from jagged dark graphite to the brilliantly transparent diamond. Japanese automaker Mazda attributes a life-like trait of Rider in Unison With Steed ("Jinba Ittai") to its vehicles derived from the heritage [**MX-5 Miata** roadster](https://www.roadblazing.com/2023-mazda-mx-5-miata-rf-club-track-upfit-re-driven-review/). ## Several models have already been infused with a dark graphene appearance "Carbon" package. So this year **Roadblazing.com e**ditors Re-Drive an earth tone interpretation of the planet's Sixth Element, in the **2024 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Turbo** compact sports activity vehicle. ## [2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature - Bottom Line ReviewINDIVIDUALIZATION OF OUR SURROUNDINGS FEELS BETTER: Whether it be in the intricate patterns, the gentler shapes, the earth tones, the subdued sounds, the crisp action, or something as subtle as a monogram. DEFINING FOR DECADES THE INTERSECTION OF BESPOKE AND AUTOMOTIVE: are customizing subsidiaries of luxury marques such as Audi![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w256h256/2024/05/rb-wheel500.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w1200/2024/05/RB-2019-Mazda-CX-5-Signature-AWD-ext-WiStateFr-fr-up-P1510527-abc.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2019-mazda-cx-5-signature-bottom-line-review/) **2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD* DRIVING HITS:* | | **2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD** | | ------------------------------------------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price(including destination) | $39,410 U.S.D.($30,635 M.S.R.P. base 2.5 S Select AWD) | | Curb weight (pounds) | 3867 lbs. | | Powertrain - petrol | 2.5T 16V DOHC gas I-4 | | Drivetrain / Final drive ratio | 6 Speed, torque converter automatic planetary transmission, on-demand viscous clutch differential all-wheel drive / 4.41:1 | | Horsepower petrol / Torque (pound- feet) | 256 hp / 320 lb-ft @ 2500 r.p.m. (227 hp / 310 lb-ft on 87 AKI unleaded fuel) | | Fuel Economy - miles per gallon combined EPA / Range (max.) | 24 m.p.g. (observed), 462 miles | | Performance | 0-60 m.p.h.: 6.1 seconds; Top speed: 130 m.p.h. | Manufacturer Provided Specifications @2024 Roadblazing.com ![2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD: 256 turbo four horses, 6 speed automatic, AWD, 24 MPG](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2024/03/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-engine-P2810042-bc.jpg) ![Mazda Mi-Drive modes](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2022/04/RB-2022-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Turbo-AWD-Mi-Drive-gauges-004c.jpg) ****2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD:** 256 turbo four horses, 6 speed automatic, AWD, 24 MPG, Mi-Drive modes - Premium compact crossover sport activity vehicle - **Mi-Drive** modes x 3: SPORT, NORMAL, OFF-ROAD - All-weather capable all-wheel drive - Not saddled with irritating idle Start / Stop feature - Fully independent front strut, rear multi-link suspension - Disc brakes x 4, vented front - 19" inch gloss black alloy wheels - Taut ride damping, Solid body feel with muted impacts, Minimal body roll, Minimal pitch, Sharp turn-in - Responsive steering, Consistent brake slowing - Darn quiet on the motorway | | **2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD** | | ------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- | | Ground clearance (inches) | 7.9" | | Approach / Departure / Breakover angles (degrees) | 21.0o / 32.1o / 24.0o | | Tires / Wheels | 225/55-V Toyo A36 AS M+S / 19" black alloys / doughnut spare tire | | Off road driving assistance | **Mi-Drive**: Sport, Normal, Off-road | Manufacturer Provided Specifications @2024 Roadblazing.com **2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD* DRIVING MISSES:* - No driver activated center differential lock; No descent control - This turbo is more about smooth torque - Still stuck with 6 transmission gears - Bad pavement impact occasionally jarring - Engine compression dieseling noticeable under throttle [2022 Mazda CX-5 Turbo - Sharper, Smoother Re-Driven ReviewBEST SELLER WITH SOUL: After a long winter which imposed upon Spring, Zoom Zoom driving spirit purists would like to boast of a front longitudinal engine, rear drive MX-5 roadster waiting for sufficient warmth to peak out of the garage. Yet this is a time when charging hard for curved![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w256h256/2024/05/rb-wheel500.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w1200/2024/05/RB-2022-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Turbo-AWD-ext-fr-IMG-20220315-154149-gbc.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2022-mazda-cx-5-turbo-sharper-smoother-re-driven-review/) *WHAT the *2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD* HAS GOT:* - **Pricing:** *from* **$31,675** (incl. destination) for a ***2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select AWD*** 6-speed automatic all-wheel drive. As tested **2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo**\* all-wheel drive = **$39,410**. (\*Least expensive Turbo powered trim.) - **Warranty:** 3 year / 36k miles bumper to bumper, 5 yrs. / 60k mi. powertrain ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-ext-fr-IMG20240313093122-abc.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-ext-rr-IMG20240313093811-abc.jpg) ![2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD: Mako shark nose + parabolic butt + MX-5 rear directionals](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2024/03/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-ext-fr-rr-007c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-night-ext-fr-rr-006c.jpg) ****2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD:** Mako shark nose + parabolic butt + MX-5 rear directionals, in exclusive Zircon Sand Metallic - STYLE: A Mako shark nose, diamond shaped lattice grille, high beltline + greenhouse smooth slab fuselage, w/ powerful "D" pillar kink plus bulbous parabolic Kammback strikes an elegantly powerful fastback pose. Lateral segmented LED head and taillamps lighting arrays impart a winged theme and rear directionals borrow the MX-5 Miata sports roadster's powerful small round amber directionals ensuring this 7 year old design still turn heads. - **NEW FOR '24**: **Carbon Turbo** trim exclusively in Zircon Sand or Rhodium White colors, with contrasting darkened grille, wing mirror caps, lower body cladding, including front lower splitter and rear lower diffuser, and wheels. - CABIN SPACE: A compact crossover sport activity vehicle suitable for small families of four + the occasional neighbor's kid. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2024/03/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-seats-driver-Row-2-004c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-seats-Row-2-004c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-seats-Row-2-007c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-entry-driver-004c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-entry-Row-2-L-006c.jpg) ****2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD:** exclusive Terracotta leather + black microsuede seating - UTILITY: **√** 40:20:40% split 2nd Row folding seat backs w/ cargo bay wall release handles; **√** Variable height power liftgate;(available per trim) **√** Large lower center stack wireless device tray; **√** Left side dashboard mousefur-lined storage drawer. - **\-1** Short door pockets; Small center console sub-armrest bin; Lower center stack wireless device tray too canted to hold device; Available Qi inductive charging tray overheats wireless devices; Narrow load aperture.(most issues rectified in [Mazda CX-50](https://www.roadblazing.com/2023-mazda-cx-50-2-5t-awd-bottom-line-review/)) Manufacturer Provided Specifications @2024 Roadblazing.com ![2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD: cargo capacity expands from 30 to 60 cubic feet](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2024/03/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-cargo-009c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-cargo-007c.jpg) ****2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD:** Cargo capacity expands from 30 to 60 cubic feet, includes premium carpeted cargo bay walls & 40:20:40 split folding 2nd Row seatback pass trough - Fit & Finish: Available color contrast and scent of a fine Italian footwear, with contrast stitched folded leather, leatherette and soft material seams; **√** Fully padded dashboard + center console saddle; **√** Mouse fur lined glovebox; **√** Tight webbed cloth headliner + pillar covers; **√** Half height carpeted cargo bay walls; **√** Refined machined knurled rotary knobs including remote media display commander exhibit precise action; **√** Concise TFT analog instrumentation; **√** Uncluttered, intuitively clustered switchgear; **√** Smooth panel edges. - STANDARD FEATURE SET: - Keyless entry, **√** Push button & Mazda connected app remote ignition start; - 2-zone automatic climate control w/ pre-conditioning; **√** Rain sensing windshield wipers - LED headlights, DRLs & sequential taillights - Full express power windows x 4 - Leatherette + cloth bucket front seats, manual adjust; **√** Tilt + telescoping steering wheel w/ horizontal spoke integrated controls - INFOTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY: - **√** 7.1" TFT dial speedometer center multifunction driving display, flanked by tachometer + swing needle engine temp / fuel level instrument cluster - **√** MazdaConnect 3.0 Touch 10.25" inch landscape middle dashtop LCD split infotainment display w/ center console rotary knob Commander controller w/ voice commands (+ dealer installed HDD GPS navigation; **√** Mazda Connected smart phone App; - By Subscription: Wi-Fi for MazdaConnected suite (3 years trial); **√** SiriusXM satellite radio ( 90 days incl.) - **√** USB-C x 4; **√** Bluetooth and smart phone SMS messaging; **√** 12 V power ports x 2 (1 x cargo bay) - **√** 6-speaker, 240 W streaming audio with HD-radio - **√** Android Auto + Apple CarPlay phone app projection ![2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD: masterful blend of analog, remote landscape screen & precision movement controls](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/wordpress/2024/03/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-cockpit-Android-nav-Amazon-Mason-D-P2800916-bc.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-center-console-R-aft-006c.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-cockpit-Android-nav-Amazon-Mason-D-P2800966-bc.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/2026/01/RB-2024-Mazda-CX-5-2.5T-Carbon-Turbo-AWD-night-cockpit-Android-P2810196-bc.jpg) ****2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD:** masterful blend of analog, remote landscape screen & precision movement controls - SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE: earns **2024 IIHS Top Safety Pick**; 8 airbags; **√** Backup camera w/ predictive grid lines + front & rear warning park assist; **√** Large door mount wing mirrors; **\-1** Narrow view out backlight - **Standard:** i-ActiveSense 1.5 = **√** Smart City collision avoidance braking w/ pedestrian detection; **√** Blind spot, rear cross traffic warning; **√** Rear side traffic braking, **√** Lane departure warning with selectable vibration/ chime;**√** Lane keep assist; **√** Adaptive cruise control - full; **√** e-parking brake auto hold; **√** Auto high beam headlamps *WHAT the *2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD* HAS NOT (or NOT PREFERRED):* - Infotainment touch screen only operates Android Auto / Apple CarPlay projected phone apps - Steering wheel limited telescoping range - **2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo** trim LACKS: heated Row 2 seats, reverse tilting wing mirrors, surround camera - Steering wheel spoke control button have possess "add on" appearance *STANDOUT FEATURES on *2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5T Carbon Turbo AWD**: - Power moonroof; ♦ Power liftgate - Premium 11 speaker(including spare tire mounted subwoofer), 365 Watt Bose CenterpointTM audio system - Terracotta leather seating + dark simulated suede inserts - Heated front seats, 8-way driver's + 6-way front passenger power adjusting; ♦ Heated steering wheel - HUD Active Driving Display; ♦ Steering adaptive LED headlamps - Qi inductive charging pad(**\-1** too sharply declined to hold device + overheats phones); ♦ USB-C x 2(replace 1st Row USB-A) - Wireless Android Auto + Apple CarPlay phone app projection 💡 ****Roadblazing.com** Says: **An earthy new carbonized allotrope of Zoom Zoom premium Compact Sport Ute.* [2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5T AWD - Bottom Line ReviewAESTHETICS FOR THE DISCERNING MANY: Few in the volume automotive segment do intricate patterns, the gentler shapes, the earth tones, the subdued sounds, the crisp action, or something as subtle as a monogram quite the way as Mazda does. In the evolution towards near prestige status the Zoom Zoom carmaker![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w256h256/2024/05/rb-wheel500.png)RoadBlazingGeorge Straton![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/42/d1/42d1f09d-2bf9-43a2-b325-08ba7efa19c5/content/images/size/w1200/2024/05/RB-2023-Mazda-CX-50-2.5T-AWD-ext-fr-P2330069-abc.jpg)](https://www.roadblazing.com/2023-mazda-cx-50-2-5t-awd-bottom-line-review/)