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Mazda CX-5

KE2FWStock varies — page stays live

The KE2FW represents the front-wheel-drive configuration paired with the 2.2-liter SkyActiv-D twin-turbocharged common-rail diesel engine. Offering substantial low-end torque and exceptional highway fuel efficiency, it became a highly sought-after variant in Japan and Europe.

Engine
SH-VPTS SkyActiv-D 2.2
Displacement
2,188 cc
Drive
2WD (FF)
Gearbox
6AT / 6MT
Fuel
Diesel
Body
SUV
Mazda CX-5 KE2FWMazda CX-5 — representative 1st Gen (KE) image

Chassis variants of the CX-5

KEEFWPE-VPS SkyActiv-G 2.01,997 ccFF6AT
KE2FWSH-VPTS SkyActiv-D 2.22,188 ccFF6AT / 6MT
KE2AWSH-VPTS SkyActiv-D 2.22,188 cc4WD6AT / 6MT

Dimensions & shipping volume

Length
4,540 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Weight
1,510 kg
Shipping volume
14.24 M³

Manufacture year vs. registration year

Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:

Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
KE2FW-100001XXXXXXFeb 2012 – Dec 2014Pre-facelift (Zenki)
KE2FW-200001XXXXXXJan 2015 – Jan 2017Facelift (Kouki)

Import eligibility by country (2012–2017)

KenyaNot eligible
8-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.
UgandaEligible
Within the 15-year limit from manufacture.
TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.
ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.
MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.

Common questions about the KE2FW

What should buyers look out for on a used KE2FW SkyActiv-D?
Early iterations of the SH-VPTS engine (pre-2014) are known for potential camshaft wear and soot/carbon accumulation within the intake manifold and EGR valve. Regular oil changes with Mazda-approved DL-1 diesel oil are critical.
Is the manual transmission version of the KE2FW common?
No, while Mazda did offer a 6-speed manual transmission option for the KE2FW in Japan and European markets, the 6-speed automatic remains far more common.