In Malaysia, the gap between the Mazda CX-3 and Mazda CX-5 is filled by the Mazda CX-30. Why isn’t there a Mazda CX-4? There exists a Mazda CX-4, but it’s a China-only model. The Mazda CX-4 was first introduced in 2016 but it was discontinued late last year. The Mazda CX-30 is also sold in China but it’s uncompetitive the salvo of Chinese battery EV (BEV) models coming onto the market. This Mazda Arata concept is developed in partnership with Mazda’s local partner Changan, and if its sloping roo
Hans
25.04.2024
Mazda recently unveiled its fourth and latest model of the Large Product Group, the Mazda CX-80 for the European market. The crossover is essentially the CX-60 with a 3-row seating configuration, the first Mazda of its kind in Europe and will be the flagship model in the continent. “Graceful” seems to be the buzzword surrounding the CX-80’s development as it is described as a “Graceful Driving SUV” and embodies a “Graceful Toughness” design concept. The flagship model for Europe continues to fol
CY Foong
19.04.2024
For some time now, there's been talk of Mazda embracing a more upscale direction, termed as "Mazda Premium." However, Mazda is careful not to align itself directly with the heavyweight players in the premium segment such as BMW, Mercedes, and Audi. Vinesh Bhindi, Mazda Australia’s managing director, clarified the company's stance to the Australian publication Wheels, highlighting their commitment to remain within the mainstream market. He said that while Mazda aims to elevate its offerings in te
Shaun
18.03.2024
Japan's New Year was unfortunately rocked by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which resulted in loss of life, personal artefacts, and means of transportation. Disruptions in transport is an issue that weighs heavy for the residents of Noto Peninsula, given that more than half of them in the hardest-hit parts of the prefecture are over the age of 65. Masaaki Ishida, 88, is one of them. It's comes to little surprise then that he's grown attached to his Mazda CX-5, who he regards as "family and compa
Sanjay
11.03.2024
Here's the world's first look at the upcoming Mazda CX-80, as seen through patent filings on Japan's patent database, J-PlatPlat. Billed as the replacement to the long-standing CX-8 – which has been discontinued in Japan – the CX-80 is part of Mazda's battalion of all-new SUVs that's set for the Japanese and European markets. Also read: Mazda CX-8 to end production in Japan to make way for CX-80, Malaysian CKD production unaffected The North American market, by the way, has their own set of mode
Sanjay
13.02.2024
The new 2024 Mazda CX-5 facelift has just been launched in Malaysia. Five variants of the refreshed SUV are available, with prices ranging from RM 144,469.20 before topping out at RM 192,060.40, and as before remains locally-assembled (CKD) in Kulim, Kedah. As is typical with such mid-life refreshes, there's a whole host of updates to its appearance, comfort features, as well as active safety. Most importantly, here's the price list in full, before we go into what's new. 2024 Mazda CX-5 facelift
Sanjay
29.01.2024