--- title: "2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 Specs: Weight, Fuel Tank, MPG" description: "Fuel tank 14.8 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5, by engine and drivetrain." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/specs" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 Specifications Fuel tank 14.8 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5, by engine and drivetrain. **Quick answer**: The 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 holds 14.8 gallons of fuel and is rated 26 city / 32 hwy (2.0L FWD auto); 24/30 (2.5L FWD), 23/29 (2.5L AWD). ## 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 key specs | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Fuel tank | 14.8 gallons | | Fuel economy | 26 city / 32 hwy (2.0L FWD auto); 24/30 (2.5L FWD), 23/29 (2.5L AWD) | | Curb weight | 3,179 lbs | | Key fob battery | CR2032 | ## 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 engines | Engine | Trims | Power | Fuel | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2.0L SkyActiv-G (PE-VPS) | Sport (FWD, 6-speed manual only) | 155 hp | Regular 87 octane | | 2.5L SkyActiv-G (PE-VPS) | Touring, Grand Touring (2014+); optional on Sport | 184 hp | Regular 87 octane | ## Which Mazda CX-5 model years does this cover? These specs specifications apply to every Mazda CX-5 built from 2013 through 2016, the KE (1st generation), compact suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2013 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013) - [2014 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2014) - [2015 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2015) - [2016 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2016) ## What changed during the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2013 | US launch; 2.0L only at first, 6-speed manual or automatic, FWD or AWD | | 2014 | 2.5L SkyActiv-G added on Touring/Grand Touring; 2.0L remains standard on Sport | | 2016 | Facelift (styling, chassis stiffening, updated i-Activsense safety suite); mechanical specs (oil, filters, wipers) carry over unchanged | ## 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 specs: common questions ### How big is the fuel tank on a 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5? 14.8 gallons. ### What does a 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 weigh? About 3,179 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo. ### What gas mileage does a 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 get? 26 city / 32 hwy (2.0L FWD auto); 24/30 (2.5L FWD), 23/29 (2.5L AWD) on the EPA cycle. ## Sources - [Mazda global owner's manual, CX-5 KE lubricant quality and capacities](https://owners-manual.mazda.com/gen/en/cx-5/cx-5_8ft1ee17b/contents/10020102.html) - [NHTSA recall 16V-644, liftgate support struts](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2014) - [NHTSA recall 16V-203, steering knuckle bolts](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2015) - [NHTSA recall 16V-064, fuel filler pipe](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2015) - [NHTSA recall 20V-063, LED daytime running lights](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2016) - [Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement, official settlement site (class definition, covered years)](https://www.mazdainfotainmentsettlement.com/) - [Mazda parts catalog, PE01-14-302 oil filter cartridge](https://parts.mazdausa.com/p/Mazda__CX-5/CARTRIDGE--OIL-FILTER/105508476/PE01-14-302.html) - [Wikipedia, Mazda CX-5 first generation engine/trim history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_CX-5) - [Edmunds, 2016 Mazda CX-5 review and specs](https://www.edmunds.com/mazda/cx-5/2016/review/) ## Other Mazda CX-5 generations - [2017-2025 Mazda CX-5 specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/specs) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/specs). ## More for the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/key-fob-battery) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.