There are many exciting, new compact SUVs that are worth a look. But at the same time, you may not want to spend over $20,000 on a new one, and that’s understandable. To help you score a good deal, we’ve gathered a few of the best small SUVs you can buy used for around $17,000. 2017 Toyota RAV4 Critics …
The Ford Escape is a crossover SUV that is undeniably popular. In fact, it has been for a long time. However, there may be alternatives that play out a little better. In fact, Consumer Reports recommends opting out of the Ford Escape to buy the 2020 Mazda CX-5 instead. The 2020 Ford Escape received a …
The three-row midsize SUV realm is full of compelling models. Although, two options that may fly under your radar are the Mazda CX-9 and the Subaru Ascent. Both the CX-9 and Ascent are charming and are already impressing us for the 2021 model year. Are you the type of driver that would be happy with the CX-9 or …
Mazda is renowned for its lineup of dashing vehicles, with one of the most compact options being the Mazda3. The Mazda3 was fully redesigned for 2019. This 2019 model impressed with its sporty handling and upscale cabin. And even though it has its trouble spots, the Mazda3 is still an enticing car to buy used. Driving the Mazda3 …
Based on stellar reviews from critics, it’s easy to consider the 2020 Mazda CX-5 as the best crossover SUV of the year. The CX-5 drives like a luxury model, and it’s pretty stylish too. But even with these charms, the CX-5 is still far behind prominent rivals, especially the 2020 Toyota RAV4. Comparing the 2020 RAV4 and 2020 …
The rumors are true: a rotary engine will once again appear in Mazda’s lineup. That’s great news for the ‘spinning Dorito’ faithful, but for many, it can seem like an odd decision. The rotary engine has been dinged for unreliability, especially the one found in the Mazda RX-8. It’s held in poor regard compared to …
If you’re looking for a lightly used compact SUV, you’ll probably want to shop 2018 models. Two of the highest-rated small SUVs of 2018 are the Subaru Forester and the Mazda CX-5. Both models have charisma, but is the Forester or the CX-5 better for you? Driving the 2018 Mazda CX-5 The 2018 CX-5 has made a lot of people …
The midsize sedan class is certainly heating up as automakers begin rolling out their best efforts for 2021 models. With sharp competition between the Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, and Honda Accord, it’s easy to see that the engineers are spending extra time on stepping up their game in terms of performance and available features. The 2021 …
Small SUV sales have seen some sales declines over this last year – some more than others. The Mazda CX-5 falls in the midrange with its total sales in 2020, which is behind some of its rivals, like the Toyota RAV4, that have higher sales figures. The question is, does it really matter in the …
Shopping for a new teen driver can be stressful. To help ease this stress, IIHS and Consumer Reports have collaborated to put out a list of the best new vehicles for teen drivers in 2020, with a specific focus on safety ratings. If you’re looking for a new small car for your teenager, the IIHS …
The Kia Telluride is a solid choice when it comes to a quality SUV. With so many options in a crowded market segment, it’s often hard to decide which vehicle is right for you. Some of the best SUVs challenge the Telluride in both price and performance. While the family-friendly Kia is among the best-selling vehicles, there are plenty of other …
Buying a brand new SUV can be expensive, and that’s why we spend so much time and energy researching potential options. We travel to dealerships to test drive what we think we might like, but there are so many options that it’s impossible to test drive them all. There are popular options like the Mazda …
The Mazda CX-5 is one of the sportiest SUVs available. The 2020 Mazda CX-30 can’t say the same. Would you still consider this SUV?
The 2020 Mazda CX-9 manages to remain fun to drive, while still being able to haul seven passengers. What else is there to love about the CX-9?
There’s no denying that the 2021 Hyundai Venue makes for an attractive prospect among its segment. But is it the best?
Letting your teen take the wheel can be stressful. Fortunately, behind the wheel of these SUVs, you can hand over the keys with confidence.
The 2020 Mazda6 has sporty handling, but its 0-60 MPH time might surprise you. Is this the energetic car you thought it was?
A TRD trim for the Camry may seem incongruous, but Toyota’s mid-size sedan makes for a decently sporty car. However, there’s another brand known for affordably-priced sporty cars: Mazda. In the Toyota Camry TRD’s case, it competes with the Mazda6, which has its own reputation as a ‘driver’s sedan.’ But which is the faster front-wheel-drive …
In a class full of predictable handlers, the 2020 Mazda CX-5 stands out with its agility. While the 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan doesn’t rank as high as the CX-5, it still serves up flair. And as you cross-shop between models, you could even say that the Tiguan has one clear advantage over the CX-5. What it’s like to drive the …
The current-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata is one of the most capable affordable sports cars available for sale. However, the small sporty roadster’s story began back in the 1980s. At the time, Mazda’s lineup consisted mostly of family vehicles with nothing positioned below the rotary-engine-powered RX7. Mazda took a gamble by investing in a mass-market sports …
When buying a brand-new car, the question of the engine’s construction hardly comes up, nor is it listed on the manufacturer’s website. While there are different engine sizes, configurations, and even forced induction, they all use cylinders and pistons. However, in the 1950s, a man named Felix Wankel developed an entirely different kind of engine. …
The rotary engine is synonymous with Mazda. It is what sets Mazda apart from every other manufacturer. GM liked it so well it toyed with making a mid-engine Corvette powered by a rotary engine back in the 1970s. But ever-tightening emissions restrictions spelled the end of the rotary in 2012. Until now. Mazda is bringing …
As a new model, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 impressed critics with its superb driving dynamics. This Mazda also delivered with its modern and luxurious cabin. Generally speaking, the CX-5 has an impressive reputation, but the 2018 model, in particular, has made a lot of people happy. What do 2018 Mazda CX-5 owners love most about their SUV? There’s much to enjoy …
Thanks to the rising popularity of SUVs and crossovers, the burgeoning compact crossover segment is one of the toughest to compete in. While stalwarts like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 have been leaders of the pack for years, but other strong rivals like the Mazda CX-5 and Nissan Rogue have improved leaps and bounds …
2020 has been a tough year. An automotive journalist doesn’t need to say it to you, as much as you don’t need to hear it from one. Good news and encouragement are rarities these days, and we must search them out with everything we have. Along with its 100th anniversary, Mazda wants to celebrate people …
Think twice about buying the 2020 Ford Explorer as Consumer Reports suggest avoiding it for other three-row alternatives. Check out why consumer reports lists the Ford Explorer as a popular SUV option to avoid. Consumer Reports suggests avoiding the 2020 Ford Explorer According to Consumer Reports, you can do better than the 2020 Ford Explorer. …
The Mazda MX-5 Miata convertible offers a thrilling ride but seems a bit out of place when you pit the Miata against some of the biggest names in performance vehicles. Ferrari, Corvette, and even the McLaren has some pretty nice-looking convertibles on the market. So, why would the tiny Miata be considered a player in …
Mazda is no stranger when it comes to producing popular Special Edition vehicles. The MX-5 Miata 30th Anniversary Edition models, complete with exclusive orange paint jobs and Mazda racing enhancements, sold out within hours. The 100th Anniversary MX-5 was also released this year to celebrate the first model ever manufactured by the automaker. Mazda just …
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a great compact SUV. It’s fast, luxurious, and includes advanced tech. However, it has one issue that makes it struggle as a family option. Check out what the Mazda CX-5 lacks for families. The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is small According to the AutoBlog, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is small, as …
In a world of humdrum models, the Mazda6 stands out for its lively nature. In many ways, the Mazda6 offers luxury at a bargain. But you might be wondering, is the 6 a good car overall? Driving the 2020 Mazda6 The 6 might be easy to overlook because of competitors like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Still, this Mazda’s …
If you had to think about the perfect car for road trips, you would probably think of something comfortable and fuel-efficient, like a Lexus ES hybrid, for example. Sport car enthusiasts might think of something like a Corvette, considering you can achieve around 30 mpg and travel pretty well with it. But the last car …
The Mazda6 tends to stand out among the critics as an affordable and fun family sedan that thinks it belongs in a luxury class. The critics often discuss how this car merges sporty and fun driving dynamics with high-end, luxurious materials. New for the 2021 Mazda6, the popular four-door sedan, Mazda is surging ahead of …
Recently, we’ve been noticing more Mazda CX-5 models on the road. They seem to be popping up everywhere. But what is so great about the 2021 Mazda CX-5? Why are drivers flocking to this compact SUV? Why is the 2021 Mazda CX-5 so popular? According to a 2021 Mazda CX-5 review by AutoBlog, it’s a …
While crossovers and SUVs aren’t the same things, the terms are practically synonymous these days. And both are extremely popular, especially in the US. That’s why Volkswagen, while it’s best-known internationally for hatches like the GTI, offers two SUVs/crossovers here: the Tiguan and the Atlas. But it doesn’t have a subcompact crossover to take on …
Whether in your home or in your car, air conditioners don’t last forever. As your car gets older, it might develop a problem with the blower motor or the condenser, or the refrigerant might start to leak. Having air conditioning does a lot to improve your comfort when driving around in hot weather, so it’s …
Choosing the right vehicle is a tough job. You do all the research, check out all the ratings, and still, you can’t decide. Many times, you’ll narrow it down to two choices that are fairly similar. The 2020 Mazda CX-9 and the 2020 Toyota Highlander are two excellent SUVs that received similarly high marks across …
In the past five years, the SUV market has exploded worldwide. Even supercar manufacturers like Lamborghini and Aston Martin produced SUVs to meet demand. With so many segments and so many SUVs available, it can be challenging to find which one best fits your needs. To help, we’re listing off the best midsize, compact, and …
The Mazda MX-5 has always been known for its performance in the corners more than its straight-line speed. After all, just one look at this tiny two-seater and you’ll be hard-pressed to mistake it for a muscle car, but it’s still fun to toss around nonetheless. And while it feels more at home lapping cones …
The 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF is easily one of the most engaging and fun cars in the market today and its definitely one of the best cars that we have driven to date. It currently stands alone in its segment as being the most venerable two-seat convertible, unless you count the Fiat 124, but that’s …
The 2020 Mazda CX-5 and 2020 GMC Terrain deliver fun in different ways. Which one would you like to get behind the wheel of?
Consumer Reports gives the 2020 Mazda CX-5 stellar ratings in almost every category. Is the SUV’s one flaw a dealbreaker for you?
The CX-3 is the smallest and most affordable crossover in the current Mazda lineup. A brand new CX-3 carries a starting price of $20,640. Unfortunately for Mazda, the tiny crossover is not a big seller. And the introduction of the high-tech CX-30 almost certainly means that the CX-3 is in trouble. According to Consumer Reports, …
You don’t have to settle for the Jeep Compass. If you want a compact SUV with a little off-roading capability, there are other options to consider. See what vehicles people are choosing over the Jeep Compass for a better ride. Is the 2020 Jeep Compass a good SUV? Yes, the Jeep Compass is a perfectly …
The Honda S2000 was one of the most revered sports cars during its time and has developed quite the cult following since it was discontinued in 2009. However, the Mazda MX-5 has soldiered on and was even redesigned for the 2016 model year, picking up a hardtop along the way in the form of the …
There is this phenomenon where builders go to great lengths to make their cars look like a different car. They usually strive for making their freak shows look like Ferraris or 1957 Chevys. Whether starting with a Corvette or Miata the results are mostly horrific. That makes them Freak Show Friday winners. So this week …
If you check out the landing page for the 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF on Mazda USA’s website, you’ll be met with a short video of a man in a suit getting in one and slowly driving down the road. There are no pictures of the MX-5 on the race track or any heart-pumping graphics or …
Many kids grow up with posters on their walls and watching endless YouTube clips of their dream cars. Getting a driver’s license is one of the most exciting days of a teenager’s life. On the other hand, turning over the car keys to a freshly licensed teenager is a stressful day for parents. The tightrope …
Not many people know that the Toyota Yaris is actually made by Mazda. However, unlike most of Mazda’s lineup, the Yaris isn’t particularly sporty or popular. According to its review on Cars.com, there’s actually plenty to dislike about this small car. Despite its flaws, the Toyota Yaris isn’t exactly a complete waste of money. In …
The Mazda CX-5 is consistently one of the top-rated small SUVs. The CX-5 has a sleek, sporty look and often receives high safety ratings. In fact, in 2018, the CX-5 was the only SUV in its class to receive the IIHS’s top safety honor. The IIHS awards Top Safety Pick designations to vehicles that perform …
For this Freak Show Friday we present 10 very special stretch jobs. These are not limousines so much as they’re hideous mistakes. In very few cases will there be any good or logical reason why the builder did what he or she did. And don’t forget; these stretches entail more than just lengthening a body. …
