Mazda Koeru to Become a New CX-4?

Mazda Koeru Concept

First teased at last year's Frankfurt Auto Show, Mazda appears closer to production on a new crossover.  The name is still a mystery, but it's likely to be CX-4, or possibly CX-6.  At the Frankfurt show, it was referred to as Koeru, but that name is unlikely to stick for the North American market.

The sporty-looking SUV looks to be the crossover version of the Mazda 6 sedan, and is in keeping with Mazda's efforts to provide functional yet fun-to-drive SUV's and crossovers.  It is likely that the Keoru will have, at least available if not standard, Mazda's new turbo-charged 4-cylinder engine.  Be sure to check back at Lujack Mazda for more information on when this concept vehicle may become available. 



 



EPA Names Mazda Most Fuel Efficient

 

 

 

In a year that has seen other manufacturers take a self-inflicted beating for trying to outsmart the Environmental Protection Agency, Mazda has once again been praised by the EPA for fuel economy. 

 

In its most recent Light Duty Fuel Economy Trends report, the EPA named Mazda the most fuel efficient manufacturer in the US. This is the third straight year that Mazda has taken the top spot for fuel efficiency.  Interestingly, Mazda has accomplished this without a hybrid or electric car.  Mazda's SKYACTIV® Technology is credited with advancements that make the difference.  According to Mazda USA, "SKYACTIV is a suite of component and engineering technologies intended to cut vehicle weight and improve engine efficiency for outstanding environmental and safety performance, without sacrificing the brand’s renowned driving pleasure".

According to the EPA, Mazda had the highest fleet-wide adjusted fuel economy performance, at 29.4 miles per gallon, as well as the lowest CO2 emissions, 328. 

Mazda MX-5 Miata Named Japan Car of the Year

The hits just keep coming for Mazda's MX-5 Miata.  Re-designed for 2016, the MX-5 Miata has been nearly universally praised for it's looks and performance alike. 

 

President and CEO of Mazda, Masamichi Kogai said, “this result is thanks to everyone’s enthusiastic support, and we are both grateful and proud that our Roadster has received such a prestigious award.” He continued, “inspired by this win, we will continue building cars that offer driving pleasure, aiming to become a “one-and-only” (brand) for our customers that they will choose again and again.”

 Visit Lujack Mazda to see our selection of the MX-5 Miata as well as other new Mazda models.  Our expert sales staff is here to exceed your expectations.

Mazda "Kodo" Design at big hit at the LA Auto Show

 

 

Mazda took the opportunity of the 2015 LA Auto Show to unveil their 2017 Mazda CX-9.  The Mazda CX-9 is a three row, seven seat CUV, and is the largest vehicle in the Mazda line.

 

What Mazda has accomplished is to create vehicle that is exceptionally stylish, yet with the functionality you would expect from a utility vehicle.  The 2017 CX-9 will feature a long nose, the distinctive Mazda grill, and wheels that sit at the edge. 

 

The 2017 Mazda CX-9 will also be offered with a turbo-charge engine, called the SkyActiv-G 2.5T.  The hope is that this engine will be available across the Mazda line in the near future.  The initial specs boast 250 horsepower with 310 pound/feet of torque. 

 

 

The interior features options like Napa leather upholstery, Rosewood trim, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.  The look is that of a vehicle costing thousands more than the expected price. 

 

The 2017 Mazda CX-9 is expected to go on sale next spring.  Be sure to check back at Lujack Mazda for availability. 

 



Mazda's MX-5 Miata Spyder Oozes Retro Awesomeness

 

 

The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is already being almost universally acclaimed as a great car.  It is a car built with the driver's experience in mind, and an affordable price point.  From all accounts, it is an exceptionally fun car to drive.  Thanks to Mazda's Sky-Active technology, it completely out-performs what you would expect from a 155-horsepower 4-cylinder engine. 

 

At this year's SEMA show in Las Vegas, Mazda has taken things a step further with the Miata Spyder concept car.  Car and Driver says that the "Spyder has a retro vibe with a canvas bikini top and a rich leather interior that would look fantastic in a production Miata."  The color combination of the Mercury Silver body finish with the copper-colored manual top with matching leather interior is both retro and elegant.  The interior also features plenty of old-school analog gauges, along with the functionality of a touch-screen infotaiment system.

 

 

 The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a perfect starting point to create breathtaking concept cars like the Spyder. 

 



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If you have over $800 per month in income, whether through a job, disability, or other monthly documented income, chances are we can get you approved for a loan on a quality used car.  This is truly a great program to help you repair your credit, and get financing on a used car from Quad Cities #1 auto dealership group.

Is this going to be new version of the RX-7? Yes, please!!

So what is this shadowy figure?  Facts first, speculation later.  This is what Mazda teased at the Tokyo Motor Show.  Quite obviously a sports car concept, but many Mazda enthusiasts are hoping that this will be a new incarnation of the RX-7.  Would a rotary engine be too much to wish for?