New Mazda CX-5 launched in Thailand, but it's not what you think
Arvind · Oct 11, 2021 02:41 PM
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Mazda Thailand just announced the new 2021 Mazda CX-5 - but at the outset, it must be clarified that this imported from Malaysia model is not the new 2022 Mazda CX-5 facelift.
As it turns out, this 'new' CX-5 receives updates that basically puts the Thai-spec model somewhat on par (there are still differences) with what's offered in Malaysia.
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 facelift features styling updates, a new grille and revised suspension for better handling.
Unfortunately, the timing of this launch coincides with the new 2022 CX-5 facelift model that had just made its debut in Japan, so this may cause a bit of confusion.
And since, Thailand quite commonly receives many models, especially from Japanese manufacturers, prior to Malaysia, some may assume it to be the facelift model.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Thailand model brings equipment and features up to par with our Malaysia model.
In any case, the Thai 2021 CX-5 now gets an 8-inch infotainment screen (optional in Malaysia for RM 1k) with Andriod Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity, GVC Plus as standard, and a range of new wheel rim choices ranging from 17 to 19 inches.
Powertrains remain unchanged with the 165 PS / 210 Nm Skyactiv-G 2.0-litre, 190 PS / 450 Nm 2.2-litre Skyactiv-D four-cylinder turbodiesel, and range-topping 231 PS and 420 Nm 2.5-litre Skyactiv-G turbo.
Four variants are powered, priced as follows:
Thailand-market 2021 Mazda CX-5 prices
Variant
Price (THB)
Price (RM)
CX-5 2.0S
1.32 million
163k
2.0 SP
1.47 million
181k
2.2 XDL
1.77 million
218k
2.5 Turbo SP
1.83 million
226k
In addition to GVC Plus, other standard features of the Thai-market CX-5 include a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, and six airbags across the range.
Arvind can't remember a time when he didn't wheel around a HotWheels car. This love evolved into an interest in Tamiya and RC cars and finally the real deal 1:1 scale stuff. Passion finally lead to formal training in Mechanical Engineering. Instead of the bigger picture, he obsesses with the final drive ratio and spring rates of cars and spends the weekends wondering why a Perodua Myvi is so fast.
