2017 Mazda3

You know nothing but raw desire... You feel nothing but unbridled hunger.. You have one clear objective. Your back is arched, your eyes are locked, and your chest rises and falls with a subtle breath. You don’t feel your claws scrape the Earth, you simply thrust forward in a blur. You are a predator.  Inspired by the predatory stance of a wild animal stalking its prey, the Mazda 3’s KODO Soul of Motion design captures the essence of poise, energy and power.

The 2017 Mazda 3s power comes from one of two different engines. The first is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 155 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque, with either a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic. Standard on the Touring 2.5 and Grand Touring is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine generating 184 hp and 185 lb-ft of torque, also available with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The Mazda 3 goes 0-60 in an impressive 7.5 seconds, near the top of its class.

The Mazda 3 has made some promising comfort upgrades for the interior this year. The seats are contoured to mold perfectly to the body, as if sitting upon a plush baseball mitt. The seat perforations were custom designed for softness, breath-ability, and noise absorption. The Mazda stepped up once again by offering an interior with premium usability unlike any other in its class; with a color head up display, adaptive LED headlights, and adaptive cruise control.

The base sport model comes with a plethora of active safety and technology features, including Bluetooth connectivity, voice control, USB ports, and auxiliary port, HD radio, smartphone connectivity, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and a blind spot monitoring system.

The new Mazda 3 is going to be very well suited for anyone looking for a luxury class feel with a feasible price and cost to own- so really, one could say that the Mazda 3 would be a favorable vehicle for anyone looking for a compact car for the next few years.

The Mazda MX5 RF

The Mazda MX-5 has been a highly esteemed and much loved sports car since its debut in 1989. They have maintained popularity so well that they’ve earned the Guinness World Record for best-selling sports car in history. Affordable sports cars were basically nonexistent throughout the 80’s, so the Miatas initial arrival was wildly celebrated! The new 2017 MX-5 hasn’t been totally redesigned, as it keeps its predecessors winning features, but there are a few novel additions that really set the new MX5 apart this year.

The new MX5 is available in two trim levels; club and touring. While the club model was designed with more sport oriented hardware, the Touring will offer more convenience, comfort, and amenities. Both trim levels are equipped with a 2.0 L four-cylinder engine and are available in a manual or automatic transmission. The manual-equipped club models have a retuned suspension, Bilstein dampers, limited slip differential and shock tower brace.

Grand touring models will be furnished with heated leather seats, navigation, a cloth-lined top, automatic climate control, adaptive headlights and lane departure warning. The extra comfort and updated technology in the touring will make long drives much more comfortable. The new Miatas will also have improved cabin quality thanks to a more comprehensive noise insulation setup.

The best addition to the MX5 is also the most innovative and iconic- the power retractable hard top. The impeccably sealed hard roof elegantly folds back into the rear- without compromising any trunk space- whilst the buttresses remain in place. The pronounced buttresses and curvy body give the silhouette a more familiar, coupe-like appearance.

As is status quo for Mazda, the MX5 has been priced low- regardless of its new ingenious design. The redesign has been eagerly awaited, and they are expected to sell just as well as the earlier models did. Don't forget to get all of your updates and release information today, from Lujack Mazda!

The 7 Seat CX-5

                SUVs are very popular and are continually on the rise as best selling vehicles. Most car manufacturers have at least SUV in their lineup and many have multiple SUVs, and Mazda is no different with the CX-3, CX-5 and the CX-9. And their lineup of SUVs is constantly evolving.

               

                The Mazda CX-3 is the small compact crossover, while the CX-9 is the big brother doing the heavy lifting out of the bunch. The CX-5 has always been the popular, dependable middle-child of the family, but now Mazda is having the CX-5 step up. They are taking a shot at the mid-size SUV class by joining third-row segment.

               

                Mazda is planning to launch a seven-seat option for the CX-5 in Japan initially, with other market regions set to follow. It’s unknown at this point if it would make it to Australia. The model could do wonders for Mazda, especially in Australia. Last year the CX-5 was easily the best-selling SUV out of all segment sizes. With a seven-seat option, sales could only get bigger.

                Based on the SKYACTIV platform as the standard wheelbase CX-5, the longer version is expected to share the same 160-inch but will boast a longer load bay to accommodate the extra row of seating.  Mazda will launch the new-shape model in February, with an Australian debut confirmed for the first half of this year. Specific details regarding the engine options are yet to be announced for the local market, but the 2.5-liter gas and 2.2-liter turbo-diesel offerings are set to carry over.

                Initially, the seven seat Mazda SUV will go on sale in Japan before global sales begin a few months later. It’s not known when the more family-orientated CX-5 will go on sale in the States, but it could be as soon as later this year. Keep checking out our Inventory and contact us to test drive your next Mazda today!

Mazda Airbag Recall

               

         

          

                Mazda North America Operations announced today that they are recalling 8,018 vehicles with airbag inflator issues. The effected vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger front airbag modules used as original equipment.

                Included are model year 2009 RX-8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B."

                Additionally, unless included in "Zone B,” Mazda is recalling model year 2005-2006 MPV and 2005-2008 RX-8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

                                In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal airbag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

                Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 7, 2017. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0617A.

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Mazda CX-9

For the last decade, Mazda has been producing the Mazda CX-9. Having debuted in 2007, it was established as a fun to drive crossover with a third row. Going through two facelifts during its first generation in 2010 and 2013, the CX-9 went through a complete redesign in 2016. Following Mazda’s split from Ford, Mazda let go of the restraints and developed its own platform and engine for the CX-9.

Things have remained unchanged for the most part with the 2017 CX-9, keeping with the previous year’s feel of a far more upscale crossover than its price tag would suggest. The CX-9 is a beautiful three-row crossover with AWD and an efficient yet turbocharged engine. And the engine powering the CX-9 is Mazda’s new 2.5-liter SkyActiv four-cylinder turbo, which produces less horsepower but more torque than the previous V-6.

First look at this CX-9 and you see the KODO designed grille and fascia and projector beam headlights, with chrome wrapping everything. Chrome accents the lower rocker panels, the side window surrounds and roof racks then moves around to the back to envelop the rear bumper and twin exhaust pipes. The new CX-9 is outfitted with 20-inch, 10 spoke wheels that have a satin chrome finish. The classy looks are juxtaposed by the black plastic cladding along the bottom of the CX-9, and following the rounded wheel well arches. This gives the Mazda a more rugged look, helping it stay true to its SUV heritage.

The interior was given new design theme as well, the dashboard has been given a swooping yet angular instrument panel. The instrument gauge cluster is three pods, two analog gauges and one digital screen give you all the vital information of the CX-9. In front of the gauges is a three-spoked steering wheel wrapped in leather. The infotainment system is a touch screen that sits atop the dashboard, and can either be controlled by your fingers or by the cluster of buttons and knobs on the center console. Storage is abundant in the new CX-9, as deep door pockets, a large center console and an alcove above the shifter give you plenty of places to put your stuff.

The two sets of rear seats fold down to give you an ample amount of space to haul cargo. There’s 71.2 total cubic feet of space behind the front seats for you to utilize. Or lift up the seats and have room for 7 passengers, and still have 14.4 cubic-feet behind the third row, while still being roomy for all your passengers.

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Mazda Recalls

                Mazda has issued recalls on two of their vehicles in the last couple months. The vehicles affected by these recalls are the 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute and the brand new 2017 Mazda6.

                The 2017 Mazda6, is being recalled for a turn signal malfunction. Only models with the optional accessory foglights are included in the recall. Mazda says that it installed the wrong combination switch. The result of this mistake is that the turn signals may not be canceled with a turn of the wheel, and thus, the driver may be going along with a turn signal on unknowingly. Only 180 vehicles are being recalled for this mistake.

               

                The Mazda Tribute has two different recalls for two separate sets of years. First the 2008-2011 models years are being recalled for a failure in the electric power steering assist feature.  Mazda dealers will update the software for the power steering control module and the instrument cluster module. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the power steering control module when the vehicle is brought in for the repair, the affected components will be replaced for free.  33,000 Mazda Tributes are affected in this recall, these Tributes were manufactured October 5, 2006 through September 11, 2010.

                The second Mazda Tribute recall is much more serious. The 2010 and 2011 Mazda Tribute crossover that have the 3.0-liter engine, run the risk that the Fuel Delivery Module may crack and leak gasoline. That could lead to a fire. On the approximately 1,000 vehicles this defect is found on Mazda will replace the part with a redesigned one starting around December 15th.

                All information regarding the recalls can be obtained by contacting Mazda at 1-248-295-7859. Once you have the information you can schedule your serviceappointment with us and check out out inventory of other new Mazda models while you wait.

Mazda3 Redesign

The small sedan market has typically been controlled by two cars, the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla, but now the Mazda3 is push for the front of the pack. With its dynamic styling and reasonable pricing, the Mazda3 is just the car for you.

The 2016 Mazda3 comes with your choice of two 4 cylinder engines a 2.0 or 2.5-litre. This car will not break any speed records, but it has enough pep to scoot around town. The 2.5-litre goes 0-60 in in just about 7 seconds with the 2.0 taking a little longer. The 2.0-litre in an inline- 4 that puts out 155 horsepower with 150 lb-ft torque, the 2.5 by contrast puts out 184 horsepower with 185 lb-ft. The Mazda3 also come in an automatic or manual transmission, with a clutch pedal that is easy to use for someone new to driving a stick.

The Mazda3 boosts one of the best interiors in its class. Soft leather wrap the steering wheel and seats, and the gauges are sensibly laid out. The infotainment center has two sets of controls, the touchscreen LCD that is perched at the atop the dashboard and physical controls next to the shifter. The physical controls are so user friendly that you tend to forget that it has touchscreen controls.

The Mazda3 is very affordable, with prices starting in the low $20,000 range, meaning you get the sporty-ness of the Civic or Corolla at a fraction of the cost.

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