Mazda CX-5 specs: horsepower, fuel consumption & ground clearance
The Mazda CX-5 in Kenya: 2 versions from 2015–2020, 153–187 hp, 14–15.5 km/L, 210 mm ground clearance. Read the Mazda CX-5 buyer’s guide for prices and what to check.
All versions at a glance
| Version | Power | Torque | Clearance | Economy | Fuel / month* | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mazda CX-5 2.0 petrol 2.0L SkyActiv-G inline-4 · Automatic · FWD · 2015–2019 | 153 hp | 199 Nm | 210 mm | 14 km/L | KES 24,300 | KES 2.3M–3.6M |
Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel (2017+) 2.2L SkyActiv-D twin-turbo inline-4 diesel · Automatic · AWD · 2017–2020 | 187 hp | 450 Nm | 210 mm | 15.5 km/L | KES 22,000 | KES 3M–4.3M |
*1,500 km a month at KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) (diesel: KES 227.76/L). Typical factory figures — individual cars vary.
Mazda CX-5 2.0L 4-cyl (2015–2019)
2015–2019 · typical price KES 2.3M–3.6M · source: GariSpec model library
- Power
- 153 hp
- Torque
- 199 Nm
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-cyl (2.0L SkyActiv-G inline-4)
- Engine size
- 1,998 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Ground clearance
- 210 mm
- Fuel economy
- 14 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 56 litres
- Seats
- 5
- 0–100 km/h
- 10.4 s
- Top speed
- 197 km/h
Kenya Fit
- Murram-ready210 mm of ground clearance handles murram, potholes and tall estate bumps.
- Parts easy to findMazda spares are easy to find in Nairobi and major towns, and most mechanics know them.
What it means in plain English
Power — 153 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
Torque — 199 Nm, “Moderate”. Pulls a family car well. You will hear the engine work up the Kikuyu–Limuru escarpment.
Ground clearance — 210 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
Fuel economy — 14 km/L, “Economical”. Easy on the wallet for daily driving. At KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 16,200, 1,500 km about KES 24,300 and 2,500 km about KES 40,500.
Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Mazda CX-5 2.2L 4-cyl turbo diesel (2017–2020)
2017–2020 · typical price KES 3M–4.3M · source: GariSpec model library
- Power
- 187 hp
- Torque
- 450 Nm
- Engine
- 2.2L 4-cyl turbo diesel (2.2L SkyActiv-D twin-turbo inline-4 diesel)
- Engine size
- 2,188 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Ground clearance
- 210 mm
- Fuel economy
- 15.5 km/L
- Fuel tank
- 58 litres
- Seats
- 5
- 0–100 km/h
- 9 s
- Top speed
- 205 km/h
Kenya Fit
- Murram-ready210 mm of ground clearance handles murram, potholes and tall estate bumps.
- Hill & load ready450 Nm of torque climbs Mai Mahiu with a full load without strain.
- Parts easy to findMazda spares are easy to find in Nairobi and major towns, and most mechanics know them.
- Easy overtaking187 hp makes overtaking lorries on the Nairobi–Nakuru highway quick and safe.
What it means in plain English
Power — 187 hp, “Confident”. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
Torque — 450 Nm, “Very strong”. Climbs Mai Mahiu fully loaded, tows a trailer and pulls through mud without fuss.
Ground clearance — 210 mm, “SUV”. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
Fuel economy — 15.5 km/L, “Economical”. Easy on the wallet for daily driving. At KES 227.76 per litre of diesel (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026), 1,000 km costs about KES 14,700, 1,500 km about KES 22,000 and 2,500 km about KES 36,700.
Engine — 4 cylinders, “Kenya’s workhorse”. Smooth enough, economical, and strong when turbocharged — especially as a diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
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Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Mazda CX-5 have?
Depending on the version, the Mazda CX-5 makes 153–187 hp — 2.0L 4-cyl (2015–2019): 153 hp and 199 Nm; 2.2L 4-cyl turbo diesel (2017–2020): 187 hp and 450 Nm. The Kenyan sweet spot: safe, quick overtakes on Nairobi–Nakuru with room to spare when fully loaded.
What is the fuel consumption of the Mazda CX-5?
2.0L 4-cyl: about 14 km/L (≈ KES 24,300 a month for 1,500 km); 2.2L 4-cyl turbo diesel: about 15.5 km/L (≈ KES 22,000 a month for 1,500 km). Costs use KES 226.96 per litre of petrol (EPRA Nairobi, 15 Oct – 14 Nov 2026) and diesel at KES 227.76/L. Factory figures — Nairobi traffic uses more.
What is the ground clearance of the Mazda CX-5?
About 210 mm. Comfortable on murram, rough estate roads and through rainy-season puddles.
What engine does the Mazda CX-5 use?
The Mazda CX-5 in Kenya comes with: 2.0L SkyActiv-G inline-4; 2.2L SkyActiv-D twin-turbo inline-4 diesel. Parts on every street in Kirinyaga Road, and every mechanic knows them. The safest first-car choice.
Is the Mazda CX-5 2WD, AWD or 4WD?
Versions sold in Kenya are FWD, AWD. AWD adds grip in the rains and on murram, but there is no low range for serious off-roading.
How many seats does the Mazda CX-5 have?
5 seats.
How much is a Mazda CX-5 in Kenya?
Typical Kenyan asking prices for imports in good condition are about KES 2.3M–4.3M, depending on year, mileage, grade and whether duty is paid.
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Typical factory figures for each version. Individual cars vary with trim, market and condition — confirm against the car’s documents and auction sheet. Spot a mistake? Tell us.