The SUV presented in society the facelift of its second generation.It will be sold in nine versions, priced between $23,990,000 and $33,590,000.Debut in society.Mazda officially unveiled the renewed CX-5, half-life facelift of the second generation that just over a month ago had started its adventure in the country with a pre-sale.Now, the brand's best-selling SUV in the world, the same one that has sold more than 34 thousand units in Chile since its arrival in 2012, showed its updated figure in a regional presentation, an instance in which the improvements in the dynamic behavior, in the design and the greater differentiation between the different trim levels, since three new versions debut (Signature, Sport and Active) which allows it to offer alternatives according to the different tastes and needs of the customers. In the same way, it was possible to appreciate its improved interior functionality, in addition to offering new security elements.The new versions incorporate changes that are transversal to the entire range, such as the new front grille with its renewed signature wings, the three-dimensional design grille, the renewed LED spotlights and the redesigned bumpers and tailgate, to which are added some specific changes in each version.Among the elements specific to each version, the Signature version incorporates moldings in the lower area of ​​the bumper, fenders and side cladding in the same color as the bodywork, and new silver 19-inch wheels.The Sport version, meanwhile, has gloss black lower moldings, new 19″ metallic black alloy wheels and red accents on the grille and more pronounced exhaust pipes.It has a sporty look.The Active variant, in turn, has silver lower trim, lime green accents on the grille and a beefier interior with a much more youthful and adventurous look.In addition, it adds a new Sircon Arena color, a tone created especially for this model and that is exclusive to Mazda.“We are very happy that the specialized press has been able to accompany us to see the New CX-5 in person and what better place to test its attributes than the Aysén Region, with its beautiful roads and landscapes.Those that are ideal to check the optimized dynamic behavior of the CX-5, as well as its greater ride comfort and the new Mi Drive intelligent driving system that includes Normal, Sport and Off Road driving modes”, said Tomás Crisóstomo, manager of Mazda Chile.The new Mazda CX-5 will be marketed in new versions, with prices ranging between $23,990,000 and $33,590,000.In dimensions, it has no variations, so it maintains 4,575 mm in length, 1,845 mm in width and 1,675 or 1,680 mm in height, depending on whether it is a version equipped with 17 or 19 rims.The wheelbase of the renewed SUV is 2,700 mm, while the clearance is 193 mm.The trunk, meanwhile, offers a load capacity of 541 liters, expandable up to 1,303 liters with the rear seats folded down.Among the important variations pointed out by the brand, the best behavior it provides to the driver stands out, with the aim of offering an optimized driving sensation, greater acoustic insulation and high ride comfort.This is achieved thanks to the damper control structure, which reduces vibrations and interior noise while improving handling.It also has greater rigidity in the area where the seat frames are mounted on the vehicle body to limit forces from the outside and changes have been made to the suspension, incorporating new springs and dampers, to offer greater ride comfort.But it is not the only thing.A new intelligent driving format called Mi Drive is also added - only in the AT versions - which includes the Normal, Sport and Off Road driving modes in the variants with AWD traction, the latter being a novelty for the model.In comfort and connectivity, depending on the version, dual-zone climate control, electric, heated and ventilated front seats;heated rear seats, Mazda Connect multimedia system with 8″ TFT screen, wireless charger, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay and backup camera;7″ digital speedometer, electric parking brake, cruise control with steering wheel commands, LED headlights and daytime running lights, automatic leveling headlights;electric sunroof, dual chrome exhaust outlet, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 360 camera.At the engine level, the new Mazda CX-5 will offer four alternatives: three gasoline and one diesel.- SKYACTIV 2.0: generates 154 Hp and 200 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm.It can be mated to a six-speed automatic or manual transmission with sequential mode.- SKYACTIV 2.5: generates 188 Hp and 252 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm.It is linked exclusively to a six-speed automatic gearbox with sequential mode and an AWD drive system.- SKYACTIV 2.5 Turbo: generates 227 Hp and 420 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm.It is also exclusively associated with the six-speed automatic gearbox with sequential mode and the AWD system.- SKYACTIV 2.2d: the only diesel version generates 188 Hp and 450 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm.It is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with sequential mode and the AWD system.The facelift of the Mazda CX-5 also improves the level of safety.As standard it incorporates six airbags, front and rear parking sensors with deactivation button, ABS anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), intelligent anti-skid traction control (TCS) with deactivation button, dynamic stability control (DSC), Hill Start Assist (HLA), emergency braking signal, remote door opening, new 7G key and cruise control.Added to this basic safety equipment, depending on the version, is the emergency city braking system with pedestrian detection (SCBS), adaptive LED headlights (ALH), blind spot monitor (BSM), rear cross traffic alert (RCTA). ), Head Up Display, Lane Keeping Assist (LAS), Lane Departure Warning (LDWS) and Driver Fatigue Warning (DAA).With regard to comfort and connectivity, the New Mazda CX-5 includes -depending on the version- dual-zone climate control, electric, heated and ventilated front seats;heated rear seats, Mazda Connect multimedia system with 8″ TFT screen, wireless charger, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay and backup camera;7″ digital speedometer, audio system with nine speakers and 1 Bose subwoofer, electric parking brake, cruise control with steering wheel commands, LED headlights and daytime running lights, automatic leveling headlights, electric and folding side mirrors from the inside with signaller;electric sunroof, rain sensor, dual chrome exhaust outlet, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 360 camera.Please log in to La Tercera to access the comments.© 2022 La Tercera, digital innovation.All rights reserved.