With its premium design, efficient performance, great handling, and fun tech features, the Mazda CX-5 is a top choice for anyone looking for a compact SUV. With various trim levels, you can find the Mazda CX-5 with the exact design and features you want.
Here to help make your choice easier, our Mazda of Gastonia team compared the Mazda CX-5 Sport vs. Touring below. Keep reading to see which trim level you’d like to cruise around Gastonia, Charlotte, and Lincolnton in!

The Mazda CX-5 Sport is the base trim level of this crossover model, and it comes with a great deal of features.
The exterior has a stylish, athletic design featuring a rear roof spoiler, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, and dual exhaust outlets. The lighting consists of LED headlights that will automatically turn on and off along with daytime running lights.
Inside the Mazda CX-5 Sport, the advanced Mazda Connect™ infotainment system gives you plenty of options when choosing how you want to stay entertained during your ride. On its 10.25-inch touchscreen display, you can access all the infotainment system settings—as well as view a live picture of your path when backing up—thanks to the Rearview Camera.
Other technology is in place to also help make your ride safe. The Mazda CX-5 Sport has a long list of driver-assistive features, including Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Pedestrian Detection, and Lane Departure Warning System with Lane-keep Assist, which will keep you alert and help you avoid any potential collisions.
With the Touring trim level, you gain a lot of the same premium features and modern technology that the Mazda CX-5 Sport has. The main difference is that the Touring comes with a few changes to the overall design and adds additional features.
The seats change from cloth to leatherette, and can also be heated up front. The Mazda CX-5 Touring also comes with a 6-way power driver’s seat that lets you reposition your seat with the simple push of a button.
More control over your personal comfort is given with the dual-zone automatic climate control system. This allows you to set one temperature, while your front passenger sets their side to a different temperature.
With a lot of the same features—and both powered by the fuel-efficient, 187 horsepower, 2.5L 4-cylinder engine—you’ll do well with either the Sport or Touring trim level.
Your decision will personally come down to what design and amenities you prefer to have in your car while driving around the areas of Gastonia, Charlotte, and Lincolnton. Either way, you can get a closer look inside the Mazda CX-5 Sport or Touring trim here at Mazda of Gastonia.
Contact our dealership today and learn more about each of these 2021 Mazda CX-5 trim levels!