Mazda CX-5 Tire Pressure (Recommended PSI)
TL;DR
34 PSI (17-inch wheels) or 36 PSI (19-inch wheels) is the widely corroborated cold pressure for 2017-2021 CX-5 models; other years vary by source, so check your driver-door placard.
Where the real number lives
The only figure that is guaranteed correct for your specific car is printed on the tire and loading information placard on the driver-side door jamb (open the door to see it), and repeated in the owner's manual. That placard is generated per generation, per trim, and per wheel size - it is not one universal number for every CX-5 ever built.
What multiple sources agree on
For the second-generation CX-5 (2017-2021), several independent dealer service pages and manual excerpts consistently list 34 PSI (front and rear) for cars riding on 17-inch wheels (Sport and Touring trims) and 36 PSI (front and rear) for cars riding on 19-inch wheels (Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, and Carbon Edition trims).
Where sources disagree
For the facelifted 2022-2025 CX-5, sources give a wider and less consistent spread (commonly cited anywhere from 33 to 36 PSI depending on tire size), so we present that generation as a range rather than a single number. For the first-generation CX-5 (2013-2016), aggregator data is inconsistent and sometimes implausible (some listings show rear values in the high 30s that do not match other listings for the same tire size), so we do not state a specific figure for that generation - check your placard instead. The all-new third-generation CX-5 (2026) was only recently launched, and we could not yet corroborate placard figures for it across independent sources.
Recommended cold pressures found in sources
| Generation / years | Trim or tire size | Front (PSI) | Rear (PSI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st gen, 2013-2016 | All trims (17 in. / 19 in.) | Not corroborated - check placard | Not corroborated - check placard |
| 2nd gen, 2017-2021 | Sport, Touring (17-inch wheels) | 34 | 34 |
| 2nd gen, 2017-2021 | Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Carbon Edition (19-inch wheels) | 36 | 36 |
| 2nd gen facelift, 2022-2025 | 17-inch wheel trims | 33-35 (sources vary) | 33-35 (sources vary) |
| 2nd gen facelift, 2022-2025 | 19-inch wheel trims | 35-36 (sources vary) | 35-36 (sources vary) |
| 3rd gen, 2026-present | All trims | Not yet corroborated - check placard | Not yet corroborated - check placard |
Why this matters
- Using the wrong PSI can distort ride comfort, tread wear, fuel economy, and TPMS accuracy.
- Trim and wheel-size changes within the same model year can carry different placard numbers.
- Spare (space-saver) tires almost always need a different, usually higher, pressure - check the spare's own label.
Summary
| 2017-2021, 17-inch wheels | 34 PSI front / 34 PSI rear |
|---|---|
| 2017-2021, 19-inch wheels | 36 PSI front / 36 PSI rear |
| 2022-2025, 17-inch wheels | 33-35 PSI (sources vary) |
| 2022-2025, 19-inch wheels | 35-36 PSI (sources vary) |
| 2013-2016 (1st gen) | Not corroborated - check placard |
| 2026-present (3rd gen) | Not yet corroborated - check placard |
| Authoritative source | Driver-door jamb placard and owner's manual |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Mazda CX-5: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is the Mazda CX-5 tire pressure placard located?
Open the driver's door and look at the door jamb (the vertical edge of the body the door closes against). The sticker there lists the original-equipment tire size and the cold inflation pressure for front and rear tires for your exact trim and wheel size.
Is 34 PSI correct for every Mazda CX-5?
No. 34 PSI is well corroborated for 2017-2021 CX-5 models riding on 17-inch wheels, but 19-inch-wheel trims of the same years call for 36 PSI, and other model years show different or less-consistent figures across sources. Always confirm on your own placard.
Does the Mazda CX-5 use different front and rear tire pressures?
Based on the sources we reviewed, most CX-5 configurations use the same PSI front and rear, unlike some vehicles that specify a higher front or rear pressure. Confirm this on your placard, since load and trim differences can occasionally change that.
What if my CX-5's tire size does not match the table?
If you have replaced the original tires with a different size, or your specific trim is not listed, use the pressure printed on your door placard for the tire size shown there, not a number from a table like this one, since aftermarket tire sizes may require different inflation.