The Australian Mazda CX-5 Evolve uses a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated Skyactiv-G petrol engine, a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Mazda quotes 132 kW and 242 Nm.

The Evolve adds heated front seats, auto-folding and heated exterior mirrors, a frameless auto-dimming rear-view mirror, rear air vents, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging and smart keyless entry.

Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on the Evolve, together with a wireless smartphone charger for compatible devices.

Yes. Heated front seats are standard equipment on the Australian CX-5 Evolve.

Standard equipment includes Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, driver attention alert, front and rear parking sensors and Smart Brake Support.

Mazda lists combined fuel consumption of 7.4 litres per 100 kilometres under ADR 81/02 testing. Real-world consumption varies with traffic, road conditions, load and driving style.

The Touring builds on the Evolve with 19-inch alloy wheels, upgraded seat trim, a powered driver’s seat with memory, a heated steering wheel, a power tailgate, an active driving display, roof rails and a heated windscreen.

Mazda Australia lists Navy Blue Mica, Rhodium White Metallic, Aero Grey Metallic, Polymetal Grey Metallic, Machine Grey Metallic, Jet Black Mica and Soul Red Crystal Metallic for the current CX-5 range. Availability and paint pricing should be confirmed when ordering.