Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain? (2013 - 2021)

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

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

Mazda CX-5 Timing Belt Or Chain Table
Model Years 2013 - 2021
Engine Option all
Timing Belt Or Chain timing chain
Interference Or Non-Interference interference
Mazda CX 5
Mazda CX 5

Scroll down for detailed information on your particular Mazda CX-5 model year.

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Timing Belt Basics

A timing belt on the left versus a timing chain on the right.
A timing belt on the left versus a timing chain on the right.

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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Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

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
2016 Mazda CX 5
2016 Mazda CX 5

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
2015 Mazda CX 5
2015 Mazda CX 5

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

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