Compact enough for St. Louis, Missouri streets, showing off signature style inside and out, and boasting strong safety credentials, the 2026 Mazda CX-5 is one of the most well-rounded compact SUVs on the market. The premium cabin and expansive cargo space make it both a luxurious commuter and family vehicle, and practical for everything from everyday errands to toting sports and camping gear. From its potent performance to a design that exudes sophistication, the 2026 Mazda CX-5 is built for anyone who wants more from their daily drive. What Makes the 2026 Mazda CX-5 Worth Considering It's easy to see why the CX-5 keeps earning loyal fans—starting with its performance. The CX-5 is powered by a 2.5L engine that delivers a spirited 187 hp and 186 lbs.-ft. of torque. Paired with standard all-wheel drive, you’ve got claw-like grip for any weather conditions or trailblazing adventures—and still get an impressive 26 MPG combined. Mi-Drive allows you to choose from Normal, Sport, or Off-Road modes to tailor performance to the adventure before you. The interior is where the CX-5 truly sets itself apart. Mazda designs with a driver-first philosophy in mind, so the cabin feels intentional rather than cluttered. Sumptuous materials including standard leather gear shifters and leather seats in the 2.5 S Premium trim, a clean layout, and ergonomic, supportive seating give every drive a more elevated feel than you might expect at this pricepoint. Available features like a power panoramic moonroof and a hands-free power liftgate add that final touch. Safety You Can Count On One of the most compelling reasons to look closely at the 2026 Mazda CX-5 is the brand’s track record on safety. Mazda was named the Safest New-Car Brand by Consumer Reports magazine, and that reputation carries directly into this model. The CX-5 is part of a lineup where multiple models earned 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards—the highest safety recognition the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety offers. Mazda achieves this by building advanced safety technologies directly into the vehicle's design rather than treating them as afterthoughts. Every CX-5 is equipped with the i-Activsense® suite of driver-assistance features such as Blind Spot Monitoring, parking sensors, and Traffic Sign Recognition, which displays speed and traffic sings on your dash or windshield-projected Head-Up Display. Pre-Collision systems like Head-On Traffic Avoidance, Emergency Lane Keeping, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, and Forward Turn-Across Traffic Braking, which can stop in the face of oncoming vehicles when you’re turning across an intersection, anticipate dangers and can steer or brake to help you avoid them. Additionally, a long list of available driver-assistance systems are available to give you extra protection and peace of mind—just what families and daily commuters deserve. Interior Technology and Connectivity Beyond safety technology, Mazda’s human-centric design really comes to life when it comes to connectivity in the cabin. How you interact with your vehicle is up to you, whether that’s with the touchscreen, using voice commands, or steering wheel controls. Up to a 15.6” center touchscreen—the largest ever offered in a Mazda—gives you crystal-clear graphics, and is the first Mazda to come with Google Built-in. This is a game-changer in connectivity, allowing you to use voice commands to access Google Maps for real-time navigation, Google Play for apps and music, and Google Assistant to do everything from making hands-free calls to managing your calendar. This is all in one place, and doesn’t require your phone at all—though wireless smartphone compatibility comes standard as well. With the available Bose® premium sound system, your music and podcasts take on vivid quality, letting you immerse yourself no matter how far you’re driving. Visit Bommarito Mazda South County It’s one thing to read about it—it’s another to get behind the wheel. Our team at Bommarito Mazda South County is here to help drivers throughout St. Louis, Missouri, from walking you through available inventory to explaining current offers, and scheduling a test drive. Stop by our dealership to get started today.