2026 Mazda CX-5 Receives 5-Star ANCAP Safety Rating

The Next-Gen Mazda CX-5 has achieved a 5-star ANCAP safety rating across all grades, with outstanding protection for occupants and vulnerable road users.

MazdaPublished 2 July 2026

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Mazda NewsPOSTED ON 3/7/2026Next-Gen Mazda CX-5 Receives 5-Star ANCAP Safety Rating

Impeccable protection for occupants and vulnerable road users

The Next-Gen Mazda CX-5 arrives on Australian shores with record-breaking safety credentials, demonstrating high-performing collision avoidance aids and a front-end design exceptional at mitigating risk of injury to vulnerable road users.

Applicable to all model grades, the Mazda CX-5 has received a full five-star ANCAP rating, with a Vulnerable Road User Protection score of 93% - the highest ANCAP has awarded under the 2025 testing criteria.

Commenting on the Mazda CX-5’s stellar results, ANCAP Chief Executive Officer, Carla Hoorweg, said: “The CX-5 has long been a popular model for families, and buyers of this latest model can be assured that Mazda has considered the safety and protection of occupants and those outside the car.”

Mazda Australia Managing Director, Vinesh Bhindi, added: “Safety has always been paramount for our brand – and this is undoubtedly the case for the latest CX-5. Customers have the reassurance that our most popular Mazda model has achieved impressive ANCAP scores across the board, with particularly notable rankings in vehicle occupant safety, and a record-breaking result for vulnerable road users.”

To view the full ANCAP safety report, please visit ancap.com.au.

Drive with Confidence

Designed with safety at its core, the Next-Gen 2026 Mazda CX-5 features advanced driver assistance systems that continuously support the driver, helping make every trip from the daily commute to weekend adventures safer and more confident.

360° Camera with see-through view

Navigate tight spaces with complete visibility. At low speeds, the 360° monitor provides a range of camera views of areas around and underneath the vehicle. When stationary, a 3D graphic shows a complete overview that can be adjusted with the touchscreen, even with the mirrors folded in, the display gives you a complete view of your surroundings.

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Smart Brake Support (SBS)

Enjoy confidence in every drive with Smart Brake Support (SBS) that detects potential hazards and provides early braking assistance when needed. Whether you’re approaching a traffic jam or manoeuvring a parking space, the system helps you avoid collisions with objects when you get too close.

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

Stay safe whilst changing lines with Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM). It detects the presence of vehicles approaching from up to 50m behind, in adjacent lanes, and activates a warning sound and indicator light to draw attention to hazards during lane changes.

Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Jam Assistance (MRCC)

Make longer journeys effortless with Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Jam Assist (MRCC). Maintain a set speed and safe distance to the vehicle ahead, smoothly adjusting to the flow of traffic, even using map data to smoothly reduce speed into curves, for more relaxed distance driving.

Advanced Steering Support (CTS)

Enhanced Steering Assist (CTS) provides seamless support by implementing gentle steering assistance to help keep you centred in your lane, whilst Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) alerts you to approaching hazards in your blind spots when you move out of your lane.

The Mazda CX-5 is available to test drive and order now at Mazda dealerships nationwide.

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