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Buying a Mazda CX-5 - which model would you go for?

After many years with Skoda (and 4+ with Yeti), I'm thinking of changing this week for a Mazda CX-5. I have narrowed the choice to two cars locally (both from franchised dealers). Both are SE-L Nav spec.

I do around 15-17k p.a. One is a 2014 car with a 2.0 petrol engine with 18k miles on the clock at £15990, the other is a 2015 model 2.2 diesel auto with 34k miles at £16495. My wife thinks the 34k on the newer car (ex-rental) is too much. Which would you buy?

Asked on 25 October 2016 by PWT1958

Answered by Honest John

Despite the worry of what will happen to diesels in a few years time, the CX-5 2.2 Skyactiv D 150 6-speed auto is an excellent combination and I'd go for that. The bit I don't like is ex-rental. Make sure it has been serviced properly and on time.

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