2021 Mazda CX-5 maintenance schedule
Every service on the 2021 CX-5, with its interval and an estimated cost.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 oil change interval is every 7,500 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $35–$75). Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance (the U.S. default): replace the oil and filter when the wrench indicator light comes on, and at least once every 12 months or 7,500 miles since the last change. Reset the oil data after every change. Severe: with extended idling or low-speed operation (police car, taxi, driving school car) or dusty conditions, use fixed maintenance and replace every 5,000 miles or 6 months.
- Brake Inspection
- 7,500mi
- ≈ 12,000km
- 12 mo
- Tire Rotation
- 7,500mi
- ≈ 12,000km
- Cabin Air Filter
- 15,000mi
- ≈ 24,000km
- 24 mo
- Engine Coolant
- 120,000mi
- ≈ 193,000km
- 120 mo
Service intervals
From the 2021 Mazda CX-5 schedule.
| Service | Every | Est. Cost | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil & FilterSafety itemEngine Oil Flexible Maintenance (the U.S. default): replace the oil and filter when the wrench indicator light comes on, and at least once every 12 months or 7,500 miles since the last change. Reset the oil data after every change. Severe: with extended idling or low-speed operation (police car, taxi, driving school car) or dusty conditions, use fixed maintenance and replace every 5,000 miles or 6 months.Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 7,500 mi / 12 mo≈ 12,000 km / 12 mo | $35–$75 | |
| Tire RotationSevere (Schedule 2): rotate every 5,000 miles.Guide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 7,500 mi≈ 12,000 km | $25–$50 | |
| Engine Air FilterSevere (Schedule 2): replace every 30,000 miles or 36 months; in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary replace it more often.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 22,500 mi / 36 mo≈ 36,000 km / 36 mo | $40–$80 | |
| Cabin Air FilterSevere (Schedule 2): replace every 30,000 miles or 2 years.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 15,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 24,000 km / 24 mo | $30–$60 | |
| Spark PlugsSame interval under severe conditions.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 75,000 mi≈ 121,000 km | $100–$200 | |
| Spark Plugs (2.5 Turbo)Same interval under severe conditions.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 40,000 mi≈ 64,000 km | $100–$200 | |
| Engine CoolantFirst replacement at 120,000 miles or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles or 5 years. Mazda recommends FL-22 coolant; other coolant may seriously damage the engine and cooling system. Same interval under severe conditions.Guide How to Flush Your Coolant System | 120,000 mi / 120 mo≈ 193,000 km / 120 mo | $100–$200 | |
| Drive Belt InspectionSevere (Schedule 2): inspect every 20,000 miles or 24 months.Guide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 22,500 mi / 36 mo≈ 36,000 km / 36 mo | — | |
| Brake InspectionSafety itemInspect the disc brakes every 7,500 miles or 12 months, and the brake lines, hoses and connections every 15,000 miles or 24 months. Severe (Schedule 2): disc brakes every 5,000 miles or 6 months, plus the brake fluid level.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 7,500 mi / 12 mo≈ 12,000 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Steering & Suspension InspectionInspect steering operation and linkages, front and rear suspension, ball joints, wheel bearing axial play and driveshaft dust boots every 15,000 miles or 24 months (same under severe conditions).Guide Suspension and Steering Inspection Guide | 15,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 24,000 km / 24 mo | — |
≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.
Est. costs are US-typical, in USD.
Common questions about the 2021 Mazda CX-5
How often does a 2021 Mazda CX-5 need an oil change?
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 oil change interval is every 7,500 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $35–$75). Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance (the U.S. default): replace the oil and filter when the wrench indicator light comes on, and at least once every 12 months or 7,500 miles since the last change. Reset the oil data after every change. Severe: with extended idling or low-speed operation (police car, taxi, driving school car) or dusty conditions, use fixed maintenance and replace every 5,000 miles or 6 months.
What maintenance does a 2021 Mazda CX-5 need?
The services not to skip on a 2021 Mazda CX-5: engine oil & filter every 7,500 mi / 12 mo; brake inspection every 7,500 mi / 12 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.