2022 Mazda CX-5 4WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD4-Wheel Drive
City
24
MPG
Highway
30
MPG
Combined
26
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 3 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

28.1MPG average+8.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 26 MPG · Owner reported avg: 28.1 MPG

Range: 26–30 MPG

Driving mix: City 58% / Highway 42%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 28.1 real world MPG based on 3 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 26 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
24
Hwy
30
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $2,600/yr
Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
22
Hwy
27
Comb
24
Fuel cost: $2,800/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,600

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-1,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
337 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
11.4 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,590/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,437/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,243/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,386/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,609/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,602/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,226/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,664/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,506/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,566/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 26 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems60 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 60 owner complaints for the 2022 Mazda CX-5 4WD. Top reported issues include lighting, engine and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Lighting
21
Engine
13
Electrical System
6
Power Train
5
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
5
Fuel System
4
Brakes
4
Structure
3

2022 Mazda CX-5 4WD problems by category: Lighting: 21 complaints, Engine: 13 complaints, Electrical System: 6 complaints, Power Train: 5 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 5 complaints, Fuel System: 4 complaints, Brakes: 4 complaints, Structure: 3 complaints.

9
Crashes Reported
5
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

LightingFiled: 03/09/2026ODI#11722983
Both front headlights are making an abnormal loud whining noise which started intermittently about 6 months ago and became continuous January 2026. Took vehicle to dealership where the dealership repo…
Electrical SystemFiled: 06/24/2025ODI#11669063
While driving down highway the car suddenly will stop accelerating. Once this occurs the check engine light will turn on and shortly after the battery light will turn on. The car will not move and the…
Electrical SystemFiled: 07/26/2022CrashODI#11475980
On July 22, my sister and I were traveling on I-95 going south. We stopped at the Maryland House near Aberdeen, MD. I was looking for a parking place and was driving very slowly. I slowed further to…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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