2022 Mazda CX-5 — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2022 Mazda CX-5

Owners praise the 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine paired with the six-speed automatic—it delivers predictable power without the turbo lag some competitors have, and the CX-5's steering feels connected on backroads. The infotainment system got a major overhaul in 2022, ditching the older touch-sensitive controls for a real knob and 10.25-inch screen that actually responds the first time you touch it. People keep these cars to 150k miles because the transmission doesn't hunt for gears like rivals do.

Common complaints and known issues

The 2022 model year had paint adhesion complaints, especially on the hood and roof, with bubbling showing up around 40k–70k miles in humid climates. Some owners reported the backup camera failing between 50k–90k miles; Mazda issued recalls but replacements sometimes fail again. Infotainment system lag and occasional Bluetooth disconnects appeared in early production units; most were fixed by mid-year 2022 builds. Premature brake wear (rotors worn by 60k miles) shows up more on CX-5s driven in stop-and-go traffic than highway miles.

Typical asking price

Under 60k miles: $24,500–$28,900. 60k–110k miles: $20,500–$25,200. Over 110k miles: $16,800–$21,500. Clean title, one accident history, and original owner status add $2,000–$3,500; regional demand favors coasts and upper Midwest where CX-5 inventory turns faster. Preferred trim (Preferred Plus or Carbon) commands $1,500–$2,200 over base Preferred.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.