CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria - Does the 2025 Mazda CX-5 Have Remote Start with the MyMazda App in Peoria, AZ?
If you are shopping for a 2025 Mazda CX-5 around Peoria, AZ, one of the most common questions we hear is simple and practical: does it have remote start you can control from your phone. The answer is yes. Every new 2025 Mazda CX-5 includes a one-year trial of Mazda Connected Services, which enables Remote Engine Start through the MyMazda App. At CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria, we demonstrate this feature every day because it fits life here—pre-cooling the cabin before you hop in after a summer practice at Pioneer Park or warming things up for an early morning commute along the Loop 101.
Here is how it works. Remote Engine Start is cloud-connected via Mazda Connected Services, so you can start the engine, lock or unlock the doors, and check key vehicle status from virtually anywhere with cellular service. For peace of mind, the doors remain locked during a remote start, and the vehicle cannot be driven until a valid key is present and the brake is pressed. It is also worth noting the difference between in-vehicle Mazda Connect™—the intuitive 10.25-inch center display system with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration—and Mazda Connected Services, which powers the MyMazda App features on your smartphone. The two systems work together so your CX-5 stays seamless, in the car and on your phone.
Getting set up is quick. Our delivery specialists can walk you through these steps at pickup, but you can also do it at home in a few minutes.
- Download the MyMazda App from your mobile app store.
- Create or sign in to your MyMazda account.
- Add your 2025 Mazda CX-5 by VIN and verify ownership.
- Activate Mazda Connected Services to enable Remote Engine Start.
- Explore remote features like start, stop, lock, and vehicle status.
- Set notifications so you receive alerts and confirmations on your phone.
Once activated, the system helps precondition your cabin. The climate control typically targets the last settings you used, so if you park with cool air selected, Remote Engine Start can begin bringing the cabin toward that temperature before you arrive. That is a real advantage in Peoria heat. On upper trims with available features like ventilated front seats, setting your preferences before you exit can further enhance comfort when you remotely start your CX-5.
Remote Engine Start also complements the CX-5’s breadth of thoughtful technology and safety. Standard i-Activ AWD® boosts confidence in changing conditions, while i-Activsense® features such as Smart Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Keep Assist, and available technologies like the 360° View Monitor and Traffic Jam Assist support your daily driving. And when you are in the driver’s seat, Mazda Connect™ keeps your world close with turn-by-turn directions, playlists, and calls right at your fingertips.
For shoppers comparing trims, know that Remote Engine Start is part of Mazda Connected Services availability rather than a specific trim package. Whether you prefer the refined feel of leather-trimmed seats or the dynamic punch of the available SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Dynamic Pressure Turbo engine, you can enjoy the same app-based convenience after you register your vehicle in the MyMazda App. If you would like hands-on help, our team will pair your phone, activate Mazda Connected Services, and demonstrate a remote start on the spot.
Finally, consider the broader ownership benefits. The MyMazda App provides a convenient place to view a service schedule and history, receive helpful notifications, and locate your vehicle—tools that pair perfectly with service at CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria. From quick oil changes to Genuine Mazda Parts and Full Circle Service inspections, our Mazda-trained technicians help keep your CX-5 ready for every drive.
Have follow-up questions about how remote start behaves day-to-day or after the initial trial. We have answers below.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does the 2025 Mazda CX-5 have Remote Engine Start from my phone?
Yes. Remote Engine Start is enabled through Mazda Connected Services using the MyMazda App, and a one-year trial is included with every new 2025 Mazda CX-5. After you register your vehicle in the app, you can start or stop the engine remotely, lock or unlock doors, and view select vehicle information.
What is the range for Remote Engine Start on the CX-5?
Because it uses Mazda Connected Services, Remote Engine Start works from virtually anywhere with cellular data coverage. You are not limited by the range of a traditional key fob, which makes it ideal for preconditioning your CX-5 when you are walking to the lot or wrapping up an errand across town.
Can someone drive away in my CX-5 after a remote start?
No. During a remote start, the doors remain locked, and the vehicle cannot be driven until a valid key is present in the cabin and the brake pedal is pressed. Remote Engine Start is designed to enhance convenience without compromising security or control.
Will Remote Engine Start run the A/C or heat automatically?
The system generally targets the last climate settings you used before shutting off the vehicle, helping bring the cabin toward that temperature during the remote start window. For best results in summer, set your preferred cool settings before you park. Feature availability and behavior can vary by trim and settings, so our team is happy to demonstrate on a vehicle.
CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria invites you to experience the 2025 Mazda CX-5 in person. Visit us at 8424 W Bell Rd, Peoria, AZ, and our team will set up the MyMazda App, walk you through Mazda Connected Services, and take you on a test drive so you can feel the CX-5’s refined ride, intuitive Mazda Connect™, and the confidence of i-Activ AWD®. Remote comfort, local expertise—let us help you make the most of your next drive.