The 2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD featuring the Skyactiv-D 2.2-litre diesel engine comes to Canada.

Mazda Canada announced that the new diesel Mazda CX-5 would be available for purchase in Canada beginning in the second half of 2019 at the New York International Auto Show.

The 2019 Mazda CX-5 AWD featuring the Skyactiv-D 2.2 is estimated to deliver 168 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 290 lb-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm with NRCAN-estimated 8.9 litres per 100 km (L/km) in the city, 7.9 L/100 km on the highway and 8.5 L/100km overall. A twin turbocharger delivers smooth response from low to high engine speeds and subsequently increase low- and high-end torque (up to the 5,500-rpm rev limit).

Mazda has worked with federal and state agencies like EPA and CARB to ensure that the Skyactive-D 2.2 litre engine adopts special combustion control software and exhaust treatment to meet all emissions regulations in the U.S.

The engine expands the lineup for the 2019 CX-5, which already includes the Skyactiv-G 2.5 turbo and Skyactiv-G 2.5 with Cylinder Deactivation. The engine also addresses the strong demand for the diesel engine in North America that offers a premium driving experience.

The 2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature Diesel will be on sale at dealers in Canada at the beginning second half of 2019 as a 2019 model year. Pricing and detailed specifications will be released closer to the start of sales.