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We are excited, but not so surprised, to announce that Mazda was ranked first in Consumer Reports “Best Car Brands of 2021”! Consumer Reports ranks vehicles based on a Road-Test Score, Predicted Reliability, Owner Satisfaction, Safety, Green Choices and an Overall Score. Seven out of seven Mazda models tested by Consumer Reports came recommended. Mazda…
American’s love their crossovers, and compact SUVs are now the most popular cars on the road. From staples like the Jeep Cherokee and Mazda CX-5 to newcomers like the Ford Bronco Sport, these compact SUVs offer style, performance and advanced tech. The Mazda CX-5 is a Car and Driver 10Best winner, Editors’ Choice Award, and…
Available in a single Sport trim, the 2021 Mazda CX-3 makes it easy to choose. The well-equipped subcompact crossover boasts a thrilling driving dynamic, perfect for those who love driving a car but are looking for a little more capability. Simply choose from standard front-wheel-drive or Mazda’s predictive i-ACTIV® all-wheel drive and your exterior paint…
The new 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata now has Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ standard, with wireless Apple CarPlay® connectivity also available. An exciting addition to the evergreen Mazda roadster. For the 2021 model year, you can also now choose from a Deep Crystal Blue exterior color and a new White Nappa Leather interior option, which…
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 has joined the long list of Mazda vehicles to earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+ designation for a 4-door SUV. Mazda has six total models with the 2020 Top Safety Pick+ award for vehicles built after September 2020! The 2021 Mazda3 Sedan and Hatchback, 2021 Mazda6,…
The new Mazda CX-9 is not only a three-row SUV that you’ll actually enjoy driving, it now has more premium features and upgraded entertainment. For the 2021 model year, the Mazda CX-9 gets a 10.25-inch touchscreen standard with Mazda’s latest infotainment, the Carbon Edition styling as an option, and brand new benefits for the top-tier…
Ranked number one by Car and Driver in compact crossover SUVs*, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 boasts stylish design, luxurious interior features, and superior drivability. The 2021 model year brings the option of a turbocharged engine that boosts horsepower from the standard 187 up to a powerful 250-hp on premium fuel. This 2021 Mazda adds a…
The new 2021 Mazda6 sedan proves you can have it all: a family-friendly, practical car that is fun to drive and affordable to boot! This new edition of the Mazda6 will get Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto® capabilities standard, plus, you can opt for the sleek, sexy Carbon Edition for those who enjoy turning heads.…
Looking for something a little different? For 2021, Mazda is introducing the once-in-a-lifetime Carbon Edition trim on the new Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-9 and Mazda6 sedan. Stand out from the crowd with a head-turning Polymetal Grey exterior paint, and start a conversation with a red leather interior trimmed in black metallic accents. Move beyond black…
Mazda just unveiled the highly anticipated 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo Hatchback, featuring the SKYACTIV-G® dynamic pressure turbo engine and i-ACTIV® AWD system, giving it a powerful 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque, when paired with 93 octane fuel. The 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo will be available as a sedan or hatchback, with a six-speed…
Let’s make 2021 the year of extra. We’ve earned a little luxury. For 2021, the Mazda CX-30 becomes the Mazda CX-30 2.5 S. And in this case, a longer name means a longer list of standard features. You still get the 2.5L SKYACTIV-G® four-cylinder engine of the Mazda CX-30 with 186 hp and 186 lb.-ft.…
The best-selling Mazda MX-5 Miata just gave you more to love in the same small package. Mazda is still keeping things relatively simple with the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata, but as technology improves, the Mazda Miata is keeping pace. Still lightweight, nimble and fun to drive, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata boasts new upgrades and…
Earlier this year, Mazda Motor Corporation celebrated its centennial and did so with the exciting reveal of their 100th Anniversary Special Edition models. If you haven’t seen this stunning new offering from Mazda, then we encourage you to take a look: Mazda’s 100th Anniversary Special Edition Series. We could all use a little more beauty…
As a Mazda Full Circle Service center, Dublin Mazda’s service department provides Mazda drivers in the East Bay Area and beyond with top-notch service performed by factory trained and certified technicians using Genuine Mazda Parts. Now, that’s a hefty sentence. Let’s break it down. Today let’s review the different features of Mazda Service and the vehicle…
The 2020 Mazda3 is a classy compact car that does not cut corners. Not a one. The Mazda3 delivers on style, performance, and safety to provide drivers a premium drive experience that rivals vehicles even outside its segment. Recently, the Mazda3 earned the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating and the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS award,…
How do you spell Mazda? If you said “S-A-F-E” you are correct! Mazda’s are head-turning, fine-tuned, meticulously crafted vehicles that are also incredibly safe to drive. In fact, Mazda recently earned more safety awards than any other automaker and just last month six Mazda models drove home with the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS)…
In an age of “go, go, go” and heads-down, phones on, we need all the help we can get to make sure that when we’re behind the wheel, we’re safe. Thankfully a lot of brainpower and innovation has gone into creating smarter, safer vehicles that look out for us and for everyone else on the…
When the all-new Mazda CX-30 made its world premiere at the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show, one thing was abundantly clear, Mazda created yet another eye-catching crossover. Recently, the Mazda CX-30 stunned audience members yet again when it made its US debut at the 2019 LA Auto Show. And, this time, it was abundantly clear…
Often when people think about getting a new car, they think, “Should I buy or should I lease?” And then, the spiral of questioning begins. They wonder about the benefits of leasing a vehicle vs buying outright, they wonder which option best suits their lifestyle, and so on. To help anyone weighing the “purchasing vs…
Leasing a vehicle is a great option for a lot of drivers. It’s a great way to drive a new car every few years and pay low monthly payments. Leasing is also a great option for drivers who don’t drive long distances and aren’t interested in vehicle modifications. However, all good things must come to…
