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What’s the Skyactiv-X mpg?
Tuesday, November 5th, 2019
The New SKYACTIV-X Engine is Crazy Efficient
Unfortunately for the US, we still don’t know when we’ll be getting the SKYACTIV-X engine, except that it’ll be available on select 2020 models (so within the next calendar year). However, the 2020 Mazda3 with SKYACTIV-X motor is already available in Europe. That means two things: 1. A US release probably isn’t all that far behind. 2. We have definitive performance specs in real world conditions. Spoiler alert: the SKYACTIV-X engine is ridiculously efficient.
So, what’s the SKTACTIV-X mpg? (more…)
What engine options are available for the 2019 Mazda CX-5?
Monday, July 22nd, 2019
2019 Mazda CX-5 Engine Options
There’s a lot to love about the 2019 Mazda CX-5, not the least of which being its two delectable engine choices. The standard offering is wondrous in its own right, while the available turbocharged iteration takes things to an even greater level. Read on to learn the nitty gritty details on these two beastly powerplants. (more…)
What’s New in the 2019 Mazda CX-3?
Thursday, August 9th, 2018
2019 Mazda CX-3 Changes and New Features
Although the 2018 Mazda6 was the first new Mazda model to release in 2018, the first 2019 Mazda model is the 2019 Mazda CX-3. A compact SUV with the practical size of sedan mixed with a spacious cargo area, the 2019 Mazda CX-3 is a unique innovation that has paid off with its rapid popularity. So, what’s new in the 2019 Mazda CX-3? How has the 2019 model of the Mazda CX-3 changed and improved since its 2018 model?
2017 Wards 10 Best Engines Award
Tuesday, December 13th, 2016
Mazda’s Turbocharged SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T Engine
Mazda announced that its turbocharged SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T engine, which made its debut in the 2016 Mazda CX-9, has received a 2017 Wards 10 Best Engines award. Mazda’s SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T engine offers many Mazda and industry first including its innovative Dynamic Pressure Turbo. This system uses a butterfly valve in the engine’s exhaust to create more pressure through a smaller chamber which results in the turbocharged being able to spool up almost instantaneously, providing up to 310 pound-feet of torque for ample flexibility and performance in any situation.  (more…)
EPA Names Mazda as Most Fuel-Efficient Auto Manufacturer in the U.S.
Thursday, November 3rd, 2016
Mazda’s Most Fuel-Efficient Models
For the fourth consecutive year, Mazda has achieved the highest fuel-efficiency of any automotive manufacturer in the U.S., without offering a hybrid or electric model. With the highest fleet-wide adjusted fuel economy performance of 29.6 miles per gallon, Mazda led the chart for the model year. Mazda has found a way to stay true to their core mission that driving matters while still providing customers with stylish and fuel-efficient vehicles.  (more…)
What 2017 CX-3 Trim Has AWD?
Friday, October 21st, 2016
2017 Mazda CX-3 with All-Wheel Drive
The CX-3 is Mazda’s smallest crossover in their lineup of three SUVs. The CX-5 and CX-9 are the CX-3’s big brothers and size is the main difference between these three models. The 2017 Mazda CX-3 serves as a subcompact crossover in the lineup but it is just as well equipped as the other models, offering customers an economical choice for those who want a crossover. (more…)
What is Mazda SKYACTIV®-Vehicle Dynamics Technologies?
Friday, July 15th, 2016
Mazda’s New G-Vectoring Control Technology
Mazda recently announced SKYACTIV®-Vehicle Dynamics. What is Mazda SKYACTIV®-Vehicle Dynamics technologies? It is a series of new-generation vehicle motion control technologies. The first in the series will be G-Vectoring Control which will be introduced across the Mazda lineup. The first Mazda to have G-Vectoring Control is the updated Mazda Axela, which is known as the Mazda3 outside Japan. The first North American application will come later this year in the 2017 Mazda6.  (more…)