2017 Mazda CX-3

The new 2017 Mazda CX-3 is abounding with fun, featuring best-in-class performance and sporty handling that more resembles a car but still offers the desirable height and capability of an SUV. It has a comparatively low base price, yet the interior is marked by impressive materials and a handsome design.

The Mazda CX-3 discerningly embodies Mazdas ‘KODO: Soul of Motion’ design expression- inspired by the power and elegance of a wild animal stalking its prey. It’s been given sleek lines and rich contours that express energy and movement. The shape of the body resembles some of Mazdas other SUVs, but the CX-3 offers more sportiness. Once inside the cabin, you will notice that it’s extremely driver focused. They purposely gave the center console a simple layout to prevent driver distraction. The layout is indeed simple, but it still features pleasing materials and a sharp design. The lower seat bolstering is comfortable and helpful for spirited driving.

The Mazda Connect infotainment system includes a dash-mounted 7-inch monitor with a rearview camera, voice command, and a high-end fashioned multi-function dial control. More standard features on the CX-3 include Bluetooth hands-free phone pairing and audio streaming, push-button start, AM/FM/CD player, USB input, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, air conditioning, power windows and door locks and keyless entry.

Power comes from a dependable 2.0 L 4 cylinder that generates 146 hp and 146 lb-ft of torque. The CX-3's acceleration is superior to its competitors and is aided by a surprisingly responsive and crisp-shifting six-speed automatic. It delivers an exhilarating driving experience with precise steering and quick handling reflexes that gives it top marks for athleticism- and fun! More impressive yet- the CX-3 has magically combined sheer sportiness with indubitable practicality. Rather than simply being coined as practical and advertised as such, this SUV actually delivers with an EPA of 29/35- a seemingly disproportionate efficiency considering how much play power the CX-3 has to offer.

Every CX-3 comes standard with antilock brakes, stability and traction control, front side airbags, side curtain airbags and a rearview camera. The Touring adds blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and the Grand Touring can be equipped with an i-Activsense package that includes advanced technologies such as a forward collision mitigation system with automatic braking.

The Mazda CX-3s second year reprises its valuable combination of sportiness and practicality. Its space and efficiency deem it an apt vehicle for a family lifestyle, and yet it upholds the exciting sportiness that keen drivers often desire. Visit us here to schedule a test drive or receive updates on Mazdas poignant new CX-3.

2017 Mazda6

Mid-sized sedans are typically seen to be boring family cars, but driving the 2017 Mazda6 will quickly convert anyone into a fan. It’s incredibly sharp handling, responsive steering, and comfortable ride deliver one of the most enjoyable driving experiences in the class. The Mazda6 also earns outstanding fuel economy rates and has a comfortable and luxurious interior, which further validate its high ranking in the mid-size market. Although the Mazda6 didn’t need to undergo a total redesign this year, the subtle interior enhancements and the added G-Vectoring Control are improvements definitely worth noting.

Mazda’s new technology, SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS with G-Vectoring Control, helps achieve a smoother, less fatiguing drive for you and your passengers. It’s a highly efficient vehicle movement control system that operates in the background during a spirited drive. This nimble new system works effortlessly by adjusting power delivery, and seamlessly shifting the vehicles weight.

Another great new feature for the Mazda6 is the available i-Activsense batch of intuitive active-safety assists. The setup can now detect pedestrians (in addition to cars and other large objects) moving into the Mazda’s path and it can automatically hit the brakes to avoid or mitigate a pedestrian impact. Mazda has also tuned i-Activsense to recognize traffic signs—including speed-limit, no-entry, and stop signs.

Mazda is known for consistently offering sumptuous luxury for a below average cost. The minute details and unique embellishments make any Mazda stand above its competitors. The Mazda6’s interior sports a new steering wheel with an available heating function; the monochromatic driver-information display has been replaced by a full-color TFT screen; and the pop-up head-up display offers greater adjustability and likewise drops its monochrome scheme for a full-color readout with a more upscale look. Mazda went as far as tying its head-up display’s settings to the driver seat memory function for optimum customization.

Mazda has carved a niche for itself as a manufacturer of cars that are more engaging to drive than your typical family vehicle. The Mazda 6 maintains this reputation with a responsive engine that delivers strong acceleration and power with smooth, effortless control. If you'd like to take one for a test drive, you can find us here. 

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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