What’s All Included in the New 2024 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Turbo Trim Level?
Mazda gave the popular CX-5 minor updates across the lineup for the 2024 model year. The most significant is the new limited-edition Carbon Turbo package. As with any CX-5 model, shoppers can customize their ride from the factory by choosing various accessories. So, let’s look at the 2024 Mazda CX-5 trims, where the new Carbon Turbo fits in, and what makes it unique.
2024 Mazda CX-5 trim levels and pricing
Mazda offers the CX-5 compact SUV in eight trims. Five pack a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, while the top three tout turbocharged powerplants. Mazda’s starting MSRPs for the eight trim levels are as follows:
- 2.5 S Select – $29,300
- 2.5 S Preferred – $30,650
- 2.5 S Carbon Edition – $31,950
- 2.5 S Premium – $33,900
- 2.5 S Premium Plus – $36,500
- 2.5 Carbon Turbo – $37,000
- 2.5 Turbo Premium – $37,800
- 2.5 Turbo Signature – $40,600
All five non-turbo 2.5 S models have the same 2.5-liter four-cylinder, making 187 hp and 185 lb-ft of torque using 87-octane unleaded gasoline. The 2.5 Turbo allows a choice between 87- and 93-octane fuel, delivering 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque using the standard unleaded and 256 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque using premium.
In addition, Mazda features all-wheel drive and six-speed automatic transmissions across the CX-5 lineup. Fuel economy estimates range from 26 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway for the naturally aspirated models to 22 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway for the turbocharged versions. Also, all trims have the following:
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration
- Mazda radar cruise control with stop-and-go
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
- Smart brake support
- Advanced smart city brake support
- Lane departure warning
- Lane-keeping assistance
What do you get with the new 2024 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Turbo?
The new Carbon Turbo is the CX-5’s entry-level turbocharged trim, starting at $37,000. Ranked by price, it sits three levels above the returning Carbon Edition, between the top-tier 2.5 S Premium Plus and 2.5 Turbo Premium.
If you want a CX-5 that stands out, the Carbon Turbo features an exclusive Zircon Sand Metallic exterior paint color. If you’d rather blend in, you can choose Rhodium White for an additional $145. Either choice comes with contrasting black finishes on the lower fascia, rocker moldings, wheel arches, mirror caps, and rear wing. A set of 19-inch black metallic aluminum alloy wheels completes the sporty Carbon Turbo appearance.
Inside the Carbon Turbo edition, you’ll find heated and ventilated front seats with black synthetic suede inserts trimmed in terracotta-toned leather. The Bose 10-speaker audio system provides premium sound, and the head-up display, which Mazda calls the “windshield-projected Active Driving Display,” keeps you up-to-date.
What else is new for the 2024 CX-5?
In addition to the Carbon Turbo’s two front USB-C inputs, Mazda gave all 2024 CX-5 models with naturally aspirated engines i-Stop technology. It boosts the CX-5’s EPA-estimated fuel economy to 28 mpg combined, a 2-mpg improvement. Also new for 2024 is the available Traffic Jam Assist in the Active Driving Display.
