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2026 Mazda CX-5 Touchscreen: Smarter, More Intuitive, and Built Around Your Drive

European model with options shown. Available early 2026. Features may vary. Mazda develops its vehicles to respond like a seamless extension of the driver's movements. This philosophy carries forward in the all-new 2026 Mazda CX-5, which also introduces meaningful updates across design, functionality, and feature set. Most notably, a new center touchscreen display represents a shift in how drivers can interact with their CX-5. While some drivers associate larger touchscreens with distraction, our latest system was engineered with two clear objectives: reduce cognitive load and improve usability. Today, we'll explain how it works, why the 2026 CX-5 now features a larger center touchscreen display, and how it supports our mission to create intuitive and joyful driving experiences. Visit Mazda of Port Charlotte in Port Charlotte, FL to experience it for yourself. Does the 2026 Mazda CX-5 have a touchscreen? Yes. The 2026 Mazda CX-5 features a new touchscreen interface that centralizes infotainment, navigation, climate control, vehicle settings, and more. Enhanced voice recognition and steering wheel-mounted controls complement the display; they are intentionally designed to work together. High-frequency adjustments, such as audio system volume and media selection, remain within thumb's reach on the steering wheel, while broader customization and system controls are organized within the larger, clearer display for intuitive access for both the driver and front passenger. 2026 Mazda CX-5 Screen Size The 2026 Mazda CX-5 comes standard with a 12.9-inch center touchscreen display and a larger 15.6-inch display is available on the CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus. Both display sizes allow for clearer icons, improved contrast, and legible menus. These choices are intended to contribute to faster recognition, simplified navigation inputs, and improved "glanceability" overall. TRIM LEVEL DISPLAY SIZE KEY ADVANTAGE Standard (All Trims) 12.9-inch Clearer icons, improved contrast, legible menus CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 15.6-inch Largest display ever offered on a Mazda vehicle Stay connected and focused with an available 15.6-inch touchscreen center display, the largest ever offered on a Mazda vehicle. What's new with the 2026 CX-5 infotainment screen? Beyond its larger physical size, the center displays incorporate a new interface that gives users an intuitive and familiar smartphone-like experience. Users can engage with the system by using familiar tapping, swiping, and pinching motions on the screen to control content. Google built-in (vehicle connectivity complimentary for 1 year) is also included, allowing users to control both content and vehicle features with voice commands through Google Assistant. 1 Steering wheel-mounted controls also continue to be part of Mazda's multifaceted and cohesive human-machine interface (HMI) philosophy to minimize distractions. And, Apple CarPlay ® integration for your iPhone ® and Android Auto™ for your Android™ phone are still standard for an intuitive smartphone mirroring experience. 2 Every element of the interface was developed to present information clearly, make it more intuitive for passengers to use, and reduce the time drivers spend looking away from the road or taking their hands off the steering wheel. Google Built-In Complimentary for 1 year. Control content and vehicle features with natural Google Assistant voice commands.1 Apple CarPlay ® & Android Auto ™ Seamless smartphone mirroring standard on all 2026 CX-5 trims — choose your preferred device.2 Tap, Swipe & Pinch Controls Intuitive smartphone-like gestures — tap, swipe, and pinch-to-zoom navigation built into the interface. Steering Wheel Controls Volume, media, and Mi-Drive mode remain accessible on the steering wheel — always within thumb's reach. 1 Don't drive while distracted. Some features may require cellular or Wi-Fi service; some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in motion. To use features with Google built-in, a data connection is required via Mazda Connected Services (MCS) or a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. Messages and data rates may apply. Certain Google actions and functionality may require account linking. Google, Google Play, and Google Maps are trademarks of Google LLC. Connected services are subject to change at any time without notice. Mazda Connected Services is provided during a 1-year trial period; monthly subscription fees apply thereafter. Use of MyMazda App and compatible phone are required. Data fees may apply. Never drive while distracted or while using a hand-held device. Please see your Owner's Manual for important feature details and related privacy information. 2 Requires compatible phone and standard text and data rates apply. Third-party interface providers are solely responsible for their product functionality, and third-party terms and privacy statements apply. Don't drive while distracted or while using a hand-held device. Google and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC. Apple CarPlay, iPhone, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc. Why did Mazda remove physical buttons and controls? Modern drivers expect intuitive smartphone-style layouts, with customizable home screens, widgets, and features like pinch-to-zoom navigation. Many are already familiar with touch-first interfaces, so aligning the vehicle experience with this logic reduces the learning curve without sacrificing functionality. At the same time, the CX-5 is not a "touch-only" vehicle. Core functions remain accessible through tactile steering wheel controls, while enhanced voice functionality with Google Assistant 2 — with the option to upgrade to Google Gemini 3 coming in a future update — enables a broader range of natural language conversation. This balanced approach maintains physical feedback where it matters most while streamlining broader controls into a streamlined digital interface. What drivers are saying about the touchscreen While some drivers have expressed nostalgia for the tactile feel of the Commander knob and other physical controls, feedback has been largely positive. Industry journalists have also seen the new infotainment system and screen as a step forward: "The interface is snappy and responsive, and the user interface is super easy to use." — Industry Press Review, 2026 Mazda CX-5 Infotainment System We recognize that introducing a digital interface represents a significant change. To ease this transition, our updated system was carefully designed with interfaces, integrations, and alternative control methods crafted to minimize the learning curve and make the adjustment as seamless as possible. Infotainment modernization plays an essential role in continuously advancing the quality of our vehicles. The new system also elevates the advanced technology of the Mazda CX-5 with Google built-in, 4 seamless Apple CarPlay ® integration for your iPhone ® and Android Auto ™ compatibility, 1 a larger display, refined voice controls, and integrated climate and camera controls. Check out available 2026 CX-5 inventory at Mazda of Port Charlotte View Inventory 2 Don't drive while distracted. Some features may require cellular or Wi-Fi service; some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in motion. To use features with Google built-in, a data connection is required via Mazda Connected Services (MCS) or a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. Messages and data rates may apply. Certain Google actions and functionality may require account linking. Google, Google Play, Google Maps, and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC. Connected services are subject to change at any time without notice. Mazda Connected Services is provided during a 1-year trial period; monthly subscription fees apply thereafter. Use of MyMazda App and compatible phone are required. Connected services require cellular or Wi-Fi service. Data fees may apply. Never drive while distracted or while using a hand-held device. Please see your Owner's Manual for important feature details and related privacy information. 3 Google Gemini will be available in a future update. Features may differ depending on subscription, and results may vary. Some connected apps require setup. Compatibility and availability varies. 18+. 4 Don't drive while distracted. Some features may require cellular or Wi-Fi service; some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in motion. To use features with Google built-in, a data connection is required via Mazda Connected Services (MCS) or a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. Messages and data rates may apply. Certain Google actions and functionality may require account linking. Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Connected services are subject to change at any time without notice. Mazda Connected Services is provided during a 1-year trial period; monthly subscription fees apply thereafter. Use of MyMazda App and compatible phone are required. Connected services require cellular or Wi-Fi service. Data fees may apply. Never drive while distracted or while using a hand-held device. Please see your Owner's Manual for important feature details and related privacy information. How the new CX-5 touchscreen enhances driver awareness, convenience, and more Safety is not defined by whether controls are physical or digital. Rather, it depends on clarity, responsiveness, menu structure, redundancy, and thoughtful interaction design. With that in mind, the CX-5 interface incorporates larger touch targets, simplified menu pathways, fast system response times, and alternative control options through voice and steering wheel-mounted controls. Clearer screen for faster recognition Our engineering team has worked to design this interface in a way that reduces driver distractions, not amplify them. The new display is larger, dramatically improving visibility of navigation instructions, the backup camera, driver-assistance alerts, and system notifications. And certain controls, like the HVAC are docked to the bottom of the display to improve at-a-glance readability. Clearer information directly supports quicker comprehension and better decision-making. Certain controls, like HVAC, are permanently docked to the bottom of the display — always accessible without navigating menus, designed for at-a-glance usability while in motion. Voice + touch provides more flexibility Our HMI doesn't rely on touch alone to adjust settings. You can continue to use voice commands and/or steering wheel-mounted controls to supplement the native touchscreen interface. The result is that drivers can choose the most appropriate and natural method for a situation, such as voice control via Google Assistant on the highway. 4 Steering wheel still controls core functions While some of the broader customizations that aren't adjusted every day are now accessible through the new touchscreen display, frequently changed settings remain available on your steering wheel. Media selection, volume adjustments, Mi-Drive (drive mode selection), and other common features are all still managed by buttons and controls on the steering wheel. Seamless smartphone integration The 2026 Mazda CX-5 continues to offer flexible smartphone integration, letting drivers choose Apple CarPlay ® integration for your iPhone ® and Android Auto ™ compatibility 1 to mirror their preferred device. Unlike some built-in systems that drop these familiar interfaces, Mazda keeps both options available alongside Google built-in and complimentary for 1 year. 4 Designed for touch interaction, the display makes using Apple CarPlay ® integration for your iPhone ® and Android Auto ™ compatibility intuitive, reflecting the same touch-first experience drivers already know from their phones. Responsive interface The processing speeds of our HMI minimize input lag and confirmation delays. To put it another way, drivers don't have to wait to watch and check whether a button they've pressed registered their click. So whether you're inputting a new destination before you leave, changing climate control settings at a red light, or using the backup camera to exit a parking space, you can navigate our system confidently, promptly, and predictably. Check out the new 2026 Mazda CX-5 at Mazda of Port Charlotte View Inventory 1 Requires compatible phone and standard text and data rates apply. Third-party interface providers are solely responsible for their product functionality, and third-party terms and privacy statements apply. Don't drive while distracted or while using a hand-held device. Google and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC. Apple CarPlay, iPhone, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc. 4 Don't drive while distracted. Some features may require cellular or Wi-Fi service; some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in motion. To use features with Google built-in, a data connection is required via Mazda Connected Services (MCS) or a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. Messages and data rates may apply. Certain Google actions and functionality may require account linking. Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Connected services are subject to change at any time without notice. Mazda Connected Services is provided during a 1-year trial period; monthly subscription fees apply thereafter. Use of MyMazda App and compatible phone are required. Connected services require cellular or Wi-Fi service. Data fees may apply. Never drive while distracted or while using a hand-held device. Please see your Owner's Manual for important feature details and related privacy information. Experience our new HMI: Shaped by direct customer feedback We understand and recognize the sentiment around the value of tactile and physical controls in cars. As vehicles incorporate more advanced safety, connectivity, and comfort features, interface design must also evolve accordingly. The new human-machine interface in the 2026 CX-5 was developed to meet real customer needs in an intuitive, intentional, driver-focused manner, rather than simply and thoughtlessly transferring every function into a single screen. The 2026 Mazda CX-5 touchscreen interface is more than just an aesthetic change; it's a driver-focused evolution that blends the intuitive usability and design that benefits CX-5 customers. Once you experience the legibility, speed, and flexibility of the new system, its advantages become clear. The new Mazda CX-5 touchscreen display delivers intuitive connectivity, fast performance, and thoughtful design to make your driving experience as practical and seamless as possible. Schedule a 2026 CX-5 Test Drive at Mazda of Port Charlotte in Port Charlotte, FL Schedule Test Drive Article Disclaimer - This article is intended for general informational purposes only and is based on the latest competitive information available at the time of posting. Information herein is subject to change without notice and without Mazda incurring any obligations. Please review a variety of resources prior to making a purchasing decision.

2026 MAZDA3 Hatchback

2026 MAZDA3 Hatchback for Sale near North Port, FL

The Mazda3 Hatchback has transcended time, and the 2026 iteration carries the compact hatchback’s legacy into the modern era. Efficiency is prioritized with this car, and advanced connectivity features are added advantages on your travels through North Port. Kickstart the buying process by visiting our friendly Finance Department! Performance If a hatchback is on your radar, you likely rank gas savings high. You’ll be properly equipped for your excursions through South Florida, as this model delivers a 26/34/29 MPG city/hwy/combined 1 efficiency rating with the standard FWD system. Upgrading to i-ACTIV AWD® won’t severely impact your wallet either, because it puts a 25/34/28 MPG city/hwy/combined 1 fuel economy at your fingertips. Regardless of which drivetrain you choose, a standard SKYACTIV®-G 2 2.5L 4-cylinder engine will thrust the hatchback toward your destination with 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft. of torque. To kick things into high gear, upgrade to the SKYACTIV®-G 2 2.5L dynamic pressure turbo 4-cylinder system to enjoy 250 horsepower and 320 lb.-ft. of torque with 93 octane gas. Lastly, FWD comes standard, but you can equip the optional i-ACTIV AWD® system to brandish impressive traction. Exterior You’ll notice heads turning in the direction of the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback upon arriving at Blue Ridge Park. A standard set of LED bulbs includes headlights, daytime running lamps, and taillights to make your presence known from all angles. When precipitation, sleet, dirt, or mud is detected on the front glass, the optional rain-sensing wipers will engage to clear your view. After the clouds dissipate, you can open the available power moonroof to enjoy natural light and a breath of fresh air. Down below, all-season tires wrap around the standard 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, but these can be swapped for the available 18-inch upgrades to create a bold stance. This presence is amplified by the optional black aero rear roof spoiler and front air guides, which reduce wind drag to enhance aerodynamic efficiency. Technology When you approach the Mazda3 Hatchback, the available Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry system will provide immediate access to the cockpit. Climb in and use the standard push button start to activate the standard 8.8-inch touchscreen that crowns the dashboard. This display provides crystal clarity, but you can boost your view by springing for the optional 10.25-inch full-color interface. To play songs and place calls, sync your smartphone with the hatchback via the standard Bluetooth® 3 technology and use voice commands. Then, you can place your device on the available wireless charger 4 to maintain its battery levels. While the vehicle is in motion, the standard 7-inch instrument cluster will show turn-by-turn directions, driver-assist warnings, and average fuel consumption in real time. Before you stop by for a test drive, take a look at our 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback! 2026 MAZDA3 Hatchback MPG Ratings Standard FWD - 26/34/29 MPG city/hwy/combined* Available i-ACTIV® AWD - 25/34/28 MPG city/hwy/combined* *EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results will vary. SKYACTIV is a registered trademark of Mazda Motor Corporation. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Requires Qi-enabled smartphone. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details.

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2026 MAZDA CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid for Sale near Punta Gorda, FL

For a plug-in hybrid midsize crossover SUV that pushes boundaries, visit Mazda of Port Charlotte to test drive the 2026 MAZDA CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid. With advanced technology systems and eco-friendly performance, you’ll have a newfound sense of confidence while hitting the streets of Punta Gorda to accomplish your daily tasks! Technology You’ll have the world in the palm of your hand when you activate the standard 12.3-inch touchscreen in the Mazda CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid. This display comes with the Multifunction Commander control, but you can use the standard voice command software to keep your hands at ten and two. You won’t have to lift your hands from the steering wheel while setting future plans at Laishley Park either, because SMS text message audio delivery and reply comes standard. To place calls and listen to your favorite soundtracks, sync your smartphone with the vehicle via the standard Bluetooth® 1 wireless technology. Once you pick your playlist, you’ll be able to enjoy vibrant treble and booming bass via the standard 8-speaker sound system. Performance The standard e-SKYACTIV-G® 2 2.5L 4-cylinder engine in 2026 MAZDA CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid breeds confidence on your daily commutes. This powertrain works in tandem with a 68-kW e-SKYACTIV® 2 PHEV motor to accelerate with 323 net horsepower and 359 lb.-ft. of combined torque with premium unleaded fuel. To prioritize efficiency, the SUV delivers a 61 MPGe combined 3 fuel economy rating for your treks along the coats of Peace River. This car runs on gas and electricity, and if it runs out of the former, a 32-mile EV range 4 will give you the extra boost you need to get to your destination. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to charge from home, because the SUV is compatible with Level 1 and Level 2 charging. With at-home or public Level 2 charging, the battery can reach full capacity in approximately 2.5 hours 5. Exterior LED headlights come standard in the 2026 Mazda CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid to pierce through darkness with effortless clarity. You’ll also have access to High Beam Control, which automatically dims the bulbs when oncoming traffic is detected to prevent blinding fellow motorists. To make sure your presence is accounted for during the morning, LED daytime running lights come standard on all trim levels. This model doesn’t suffer from lackluster traction either, because the standard all-season tires are wrapped around 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. If you’d like to lay the foundation for your purchase ahead of your visit, fill out our website’s secure online Finance Application! How Far Can the 2026 MAZDA CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid Travel on Electricity? The 2026 MAZDA CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid has a 32-mile all-electric range*. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. e-SKYACTIV® is a registered trademark of Mazda Motor Corporation. MPGe is the EPA-equivalent of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric vehicles. EPA-estimated range includes both city and highway driving. EV Range is based on a full charge with electric-only driving. Total Driving Range is based on a full charge and full tank with operation on both electricity and gasoline. Range will vary based on vehicle and battery condition, temperature, driving habits and other factors. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual results will vary. *Level 2 AC 240V at 30 amps charger. General conditions: State of charge (SOC) in the meter from 0% to 100%, battery temperature at 75˚ F. Charging times will vary based on charger type, vehicle and battery condition, temperature, and other factors. Actual results will vary. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details.