---
title: "2017-2025 Mazda CX-5 Brake Pads and Rotor Sizes"
description: "Brake pad references and rotor diameters for the 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5, front and rear. Front rotors measure 297 mm. Includes electronic parking brake service notes where they apply."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/brakes"
updated: "2026-08-21"
---

# 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5 Brake Pad and Rotor Specifications

Brake pad references and rotor diameters for the 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5, front and rear. Front rotors measure 297 mm. Includes electronic parking brake service notes where they apply.

## 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5 brake specifications (Check your manual)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Front rotor diameter | 297 mm |
| Rear rotor diameter | 303 mm |

Note: Naturally aspirated 2.5L uses 297mm vented front rotors; the 2.5L Turbo steps up to 320mm vented front rotors for its extra power/weight. Rear rotors are 303mm solid across the lineup. Turbo-specific rear rotor size is not independently confirmed and is assumed unchanged from the non-turbo car.

## Which Mazda CX-5 model years does this cover?

These brakes specifications apply to every Mazda CX-5 built from 2017 through 2025, the KF (2nd generation), compact suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2017 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017)
- [2018 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2018)
- [2019 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2019)
- [2020 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2020)
- [2021 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2021)
- [2022 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2022)
- [2023 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2023)
- [2024 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2024)
- [2025 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2025)

## What changed during the 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2017 | All-new KF generation on a stiffer platform; 2.0L dropped from the US lineup, 2.5L becomes the sole gas engine |
| 2018 | Cylinder deactivation added to the 2.5L; g-Vectoring Control standard |
| 2019 | 2.5L Turbo and 2.2L SkyActiv-D diesel both introduced (diesel on Signature trim only) |
| 2020 | Diesel discontinued after this model year due to low take rate |
| 2022 | Mid-cycle refresh: revised front/rear styling, wheel designs, and more standard driver-assist tech; mechanical specs carry over |
| 2024 | Trim names simplified (2.5 S, 2.5 S Select, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 Turbo, etc.); final CX-5 model year before the 2026 all-new third generation |

## 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5 brakes: common questions

### What size are the brake rotors on a 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5?

297 mm front and 303 mm rear. Measure before ordering if the vehicle may have a towing or performance brake package.

### Anything special about servicing the brakes on a 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5?

Naturally aspirated 2.5L uses 297mm vented front rotors; the 2.5L Turbo steps up to 320mm vented front rotors for its extra power/weight. Rear rotors are 303mm solid across the lineup. Turbo-specific rear rotor size is not independently confirmed and is assumed unchanged from the non-turbo car..

## Sources

- [Mazda USA official 2019 CX-5 owner's manual, engine/electrical specifications (battery Ah, spark plug part numbers)](https://www.mazdausa.com/static/manuals/2019/cx5/contents/10020101.html)
- [Mazda USA official 2019 CX-5 owner's manual, coolant/lubricant classifications](https://www.mazdausa.com/static/manuals/2019/cx5/contents/10020100.html)
- [Mazda USA official 2025 CX-5 owner's manual, scheduled maintenance intervals](https://www.mazdausa.com/static/manuals/2025/cx-5/contents/07020201.html)
- [NHTSA recall 18V-426, side curtain air bags](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2018)
- [NHTSA recall 19V-497, PCM software stall](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2018)
- [NHTSA recall 21V-875, low-pressure fuel pump](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2019)
- [NHTSA TSB library, Service Alert SA-041/18 rocker arm inspection (cylinder deactivation)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10159203-0001.pdf)
- [Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement, official settlement site (class definition: CX-5 2016-2020)](https://www.mazdainfotainmentsettlement.com/)
- [ClassAction.org, 2021 Mazda valve stem seal oil consumption proposed class action](https://www.classaction.org/news/five-2021-mazda-vehicle-models-burn-excessive-oil-due-to-defect-class-action-says)
- [CarCostCanada, 2019 CX-5 Signature Diesel road test (168 hp / 290 lb-ft)](https://carcostcanada.com/blog/2019-mazda-cx-5-signature-diesel-road-test/)
- [Wikipedia, Mazda CX-5 second generation engine history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_CX-5)
- [Mazda parts forum, PY8W-14-302 turbo oil filter and 5.1 qt fill confirmation](https://mazdas247.com/forum/threads/oil-filter-2-5l-turbo.123872068/)

## Other Mazda CX-5 generations

- [2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/brakes)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/brakes).

## More for the 2017-2025 Mazda CX-5

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/bulbs)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.