Cheap Mazda CX-5 CV Joints
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A buyer's guide to used Mazda CX-5 cv joints
No two cv jointss are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
- State whether it's left or right, inner or outer
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Fitment questions
Do Mazda CX-5 CV joints exist on all versions, or only certain drivetrain types?
All Mazda CX-5 variants have CV joints on the front axle, as the front wheels are always driven regardless of whether the car is front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. AWD versions also have rear CV joints as part of the rear driveshaft setup. If you are unsure whether you need a front or rear CV joint, confirm with your breaker which side and axle you need before ordering.
Will a CV joint from a first-generation CX-5 fit a second-generation model?
The CX-5 runs in two distinct generations — the first generation covered 2012 to 2017, and the second generation ran from 2017 onwards — and these are built on different platforms with different driveshaft geometry. A CV joint from a Mk1 is very unlikely to interchange with a Mk2, and you should not assume cross-generation compatibility. Always confirm the part against your registration with the breaker before buying.
Does the trim level affect which CV joint I need — for example, does a Sport Chrome need a different joint to a SE-L?
Trim level does not affect CV joint fitment on the CX-5 — trims like SE, SE-L, Sport, Sport Chrome, and GT Sport share the same running gear within a generation. What does matter is whether your car is front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, and which side (NS or OS) the joint is on. Your breaker will need your registration to confirm the correct part.
Does the engine size affect which CV joint fits my CX-5?
Engine size can influence driveshaft and CV joint sizing where power outputs differ significantly, and the CX-5 was offered with 2.0-litre petrol, 2.5-litre petrol, and 2.2-litre diesel engines across its life. It is worth checking whether the joint from a 2.0 will cross over to a 2.5 rather than assuming they are identical. Confirm the engine code and registration with your breaker to be sure you get the correct joint for your specific variant.
Can I use a CV joint from a 2016 CX-5 on a 2018 model?
A 2016 car falls within the first generation (2012–2017) and a 2018 car sits in the second generation (2017 onwards), so these are different platforms and the joints are unlikely to be interchangeable. Even where parts look similar, driveshaft spline counts and joint dimensions can differ across a generation boundary. Route this question directly to your breaker, quoting both registrations, so they can check the parts against the correct vehicle.
Does it matter whether my CX-5 is front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive when sourcing a CV joint?
Yes, it matters significantly — AWD models have additional rear CV joints that FWD models simply do not have, so a rear CV joint sourced from a FWD car does not exist at all. Even at the front axle, there can be differences in joint sizing between FWD and AWD variants due to the different torque loads involved. Always tell your breaker whether your car is FWD or AWD, which generation it is, and which side (NS or OS) you need.