The car has been in production in Japan since January, and the new one will feature a quieter, more comfortable and more ergonomic interior with, among other things, a windshield projected head-up display.
The company says there are better seats and cabin insulation, powertrain and suspension tweaks, and an innovative software-based system that controls body roll for better handling, ride comfort and safety.
To date, Mazda has sold more than 1.5 million CX-5s. The model currently accounts for some 25pc of global sales and has won well over 90 awards so far around the world.
More details closer to Irish launch.
