Does A Mazda CX-5 Have A Timing Belt Or Timing Chain?

Overview

All Mazda CX-5s have a timing chain and interference engine.

Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Model Years	2013 - 2021
Engine Option	all
Timing Belt Or Chain	timing chain
Interference Or Non-Interference	interference

Scroll down for detailed information on your particular Mazda CX-5 model year. Check the belt or chain for other makes and models here.

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

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2021 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2021 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-interference	Replacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl. 187 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 227 hp Turbo (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime

2020 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2020 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-interference	Replacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl. 187 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 227 hp Turbo (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime

2019 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2019 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-interference	Replacement Interval
2.5L 4 Cyl. 187 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 227 hp Turbo (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.2L 4 Cyl. 168 hp Turbo Diesel (SkyActiv-D SH-VPTS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime

2018 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2018 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	2.5L 4 Cyl. 187 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)
Belt Or Chain	timing chain
Interference or Non-interference	interference
Replacement Interval	lifetime

2017 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2017 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	2.5L 4 Cyl. 187 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)
Belt Or Chain	timing chain
Interference or Non-interference	interference
Replacement Interval	lifetime

2016 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2016 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-interference	Replacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. 155 hp (SkyActiv-G PE-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 184 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime

2015 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2015 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-interference	Replacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. 155 hp (SkyActiv-G PE-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 184 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime

2014 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2014 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-interference	Replacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. 155 hp (SkyActiv-G PE-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime
2.5L 4 Cyl. 184 hp (SkyActiv-G PY-VPS)	timing chain	interference	lifetime

2013 Mazda CX-5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Mazda CX-5 models have a timing chain and an interference engine. See the data outlined in the table below.

2013 Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine Option	2.0L 4 Cyl. 155 hp (SkyActiv-G PE-VPS)
Belt Or Chain	timing chain
Interference or Non-interference	interference
Replacement Interval	lifetime