Mazda CX-5
The first vehicle designed with the now widespread KODO design philosophy, the Mazda CX-5 is back without major changes for 2017. But its style isn't outdated yet. Its dimensions put it in the compact SUV category. Available with a 2.0-litre or a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, manual or automatic transmissions and front- or all-wheel drivetrains, the CX-5 is very popular in these parts. The current version will be replaced soon.
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Mazda CX-5 Or Kia Sorento: Which One Should You Choose?

Mazda and Kia are two vehicle brands that are much appreciated by Quebecers. Each has a good selection of SUVs, several of which have won awards and praise from journalists like those of The Car Guide. A driver and family man we recently met said he was hesitating between a …
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10 Good Used Vehicles From 2016

If your budget is only compatible with five or six year-old vehicles, you obviously won’t be able to take advantage of the initial manufacturer’s warranty (unless, for example, you opt for a Mitsubishi model that has a drivetrain coverage of 10 years or 160,000 km). For that reason, choosing a …
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2021.5 Mazda CX-5: Happy Compromises

The Mazda CX-5 has always offered drivers a little bit more bang for their buck in terms of driving dynamics and power. The CX-5’s optional turbocharged engine outranks many rivals in the segment - and it is clear that Mazda has made a choice to keep offering powerful gas powertrain …
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Mazda's Crystal Red Paint Under Fire

Mazda has been trying to address its rust problems for over a decade, but the automaker's reputation in this regard has suffered a great deal and many buyers are reluctant to buy Mazda vehicles because of that. If you're concerned about a used Mazda's body health, rest assured that you …
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Most Compact SUVs Blamed for Inadequate Rear Passenger Protection

The U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently updated its moderate overlap front collision test to address a growing gap in the protection provided for front and rear occupants. It found out that only two out of 15 compact SUVs, the Ford Escape and Volvo XC40 , protect the …
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Mazda Vision Study May Hint at Electric MX-5 of the Future

Mazda is going to invest 1.5 trillion yen (approx. $14 billion CAD) in electrification globally by 2030 and possibly start building electric vehicles in the U.S. as early as 2026 or 2027, using a dedicated new architecture developed in-house. More details specific to the Canadian market have also come to …
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Compact SUVs Struggle Mightily in IIHS’ New Side Crash Test

The U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed new, tougher side crash tests to address higher-speed crashes that continue to cause fatalities and found out that 19 out of 20 compact SUVs failed to earn a “Good” overall rating. The lone exception? The 2021 Mazda CX-5 . Nine …
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Mazda Announces 5 New SUVs, 3 Headed to Canada

Mazda has quite a surprise today for the SUV- and crossover-obsessed: between 2022 and 2023 the company will launch five new models including the Mazda CX-50, CX-60, CX-70, CX-80 and CX-90. “We aim to offer customers a diverse choice of SUVs able to provide both the driving pleasure and the …
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2022 Mazda CX-5 Gets Fresh Look, Standard AWD

Mazda has announced that its popular CX-5 compact SUV will now come standard with i-Activ all-wheel drive in Canada. The change is effective with the 2022 model year. In the U.S., the Mazda CX-3 , CX-30 and CX-9 will also get AWD as standard. Remember, Mazda wants to position itself …
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Confirmed: Next Mazda CX-5 to Get Inline Six-cylinder Engine

We’ve known for quite a while that Mazda is working on a new architecture for larger vehicles with RWD and AWD applications, as well as new inline six-cylinder engines. During a recent presentation to journalists in Australia, one of its biggest markets, the Japanese automaker confirmed that both will be …
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Mazda CX-5, CX-9 Get Pleasant Updates for 2021.5 Model Year

Mazda ’s 2022 models will arrive in late summer or in the fall, but before that the company is making some changes to two of its popular products. As part of a mid-year update, the 2021.5 CX-5 and CX-9 both get extra tech starting with a standard 10.25-inch centre display …
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The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Toyota RAV4

Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Compact SUVs are a big deal in Canada. They are the best-selling vehicles as a whole, with available all-wheel drive, a higher driving position and a more spacious interior than …
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Mazda CX-5: 2018 Best Buy in its class by the Car Guide

The Mazda CX-5 won us over with its terrific style and handling. Redesigned for 2018, the CX-5 now features more dynamic styling. Its chassis features additional weld points and uses more solid steel. The windows are also thicker than before and soundproofing has been added to make the vehicle more …
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Review: 2017 Mazda CX-5

You may notice lots of Mazda 3 vehicles on the roads, especially in the province of Quebec, yet it's the CX-5 which is Mazda's sales star, at least in Canada. Yet despite this success story Mazda decided it was time to take the CX-5 uptown. (This segment originally aired on …
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Test Drive: 2016 Mazda CX-5

2015 is "very rapidly turning into the year of the SUV or crossover," says Graeme Fletcher. With so many new models hitting dealer lots this year, it's easy to become numb to what's out there. But then there's this: The 2016 Mazda CX-5, a vehicle that has to be considered …