Vehicle Details: Mazda Safety

Mazda builds cars that are sporty, dynamic and fun to drive. While it is true that all Mazdas are created to excite the driver, Mazda pursues safety over everything else. Thanks to the new SKYACTIV® technologies and other advancements, Mazda has been able to make their cars safer than ever while still enhancing their performance and unique style.

The new suite of SKYACTIV® technologies illustrates how Mazda has engineered performance and safety at the same time. For example, 61 percent of the SKYACTIV-Body of the all-new CX-5 crossover is made of high-tensile-strength steel. This steel not only greatly decreases weight, for improved performance and handling, it also increases the strength of the outer shell for greater collision protection. The story is the same with the SKYACTIV-Chassis; the increased strength enhances handling while providing a rigid backbone for the entire structure of the vehicle.

In addition to cutting-edge construction materials and techniques, Mazda also makes use of many more traditional safety features. Every Mazda comes loaded with advanced airbags. Other standard features across the entire lineup include Antilock Brakes, Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control.

The brand’s mission to make some of the best-handling cars on the market also makes them safer. When an emergency situation arises, you need a vehicle that will react quickly, confidently and predictably. The “Zoom-Zoom” character of Mazda cars also enhances your ability to make it through an emergency situation unscathed.

For even greater levels of comfort and security, Mazda offers some of the latest and greatest in the world of safety technology and driver aids. Features like Forward Obstruction Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Blind Spot Monitoring are just the tip of the iceberg. Hill Launch Assist, Smart City Brake Support and Rear Cross Traffic Alert System are also on the menu of electronic protection.

Smart City Brake Support is one of the newest additions to the Mazda line. This advanced system uses a laser sensor to detect when there is a car in front of the vehicle. The system pre-loads the brake pressure to make for quicker stops, and if the system feels that you will not stop in time, it will automatically apply the brakes for you. This can greatly reduce the forces and damage sustained from a collision.

Mazda safety extends beyond when the car is in motion. LATCH child-seat anchors are present to make sure your bundle of joy is safely secured, and child-safety door locks are also standard on all models with more than two doors to prevent the kids from accidentally opening the door when they shouldn't.

Thanks to its endless pursuit of new technology and lightweight, strong materials, Mazda has succeeded in creating a family of vehicles that possess some of the most comprehensive safety features on the market. If you want a car that takes the protection of your family as seriously as you do, come in and experience the safety of a Mazda.

This article has been presented to you by Antelope Valley Ford Lincoln Mazda in Lancaster, California.

Vehicle Profile: 2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring

The 2013 Mazda CX-5 changed the compact crossover segment, proving you can have power, utility and efficiency in an attractive package that is still fun to drive. For 2014, the CX-5 offers the new equipment and better highway mileage than any SUV in America, including hybrids. When you select the CX-5 Grand Touring trim, on sale now here at Antelope Valley Ford Lincoln Mazda in Lancaster, California, you get a ground-breaking small utility that thinks it’s a luxury car.

The five-passenger 2014 Mazda CX-5 (MSRP starting at $21,195) is available in Sport, Touring and, the focus of this article, Grand Touring trims. The CX-5 was ranked second the U.S. News Ranking and Review’s “Affordable Compact SUVs” category, ahead of stiff competition that included the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Chevy Equinox, Subaru Forester and Kia Sportage.

The 2014 Grand Touring features a SKYACTIV-G (“G” for “gasoline”) 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with Variable Valve Timing (a SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder powers the Sport trim). Power numbers have increased, from 155 hp to 184 hp, and from 155 lb/ft of torque to 185 lb/ft. The Grand Touring channels that power through a SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode. CX-5 Grand Touring drivers can expect up to 25 mpg city and 32 mpg highway with front-wheel drive; with the available Active Torque-Split All-Wheel Drive system, which maximizes driving performance in all conditions, drivers can still expect up to 24 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. Even when equipped with the AWD system, CX-5 Grand Touring mileage still beats some of the competition in their front-wheel drive setups. The right-sized CX-5 can tow up to 2,000 pounds when properly equipped and can swallow up to 65.4 cubic feet of cargo with the second-row seats folded.

The “Soul of Motion,” or “KODO,” design provides a unique look that stands out from the rest of the boring, small SUV crowd. Standard exterior features include standard auto on/off headlights (High-Intensity-Discharge (HID) Bi-Xenon headlights with auto leveling are available), a power moonroof, heated side mirrors and 19-inch wheels. Four-wheel independent suspension helps the CX-5 drive far more like a sports sedan than a practical utility vehicle. A MacPherson strut suspension setup in front, multilink rear and stabilizer bars at both ends join the Electronic Power Assist steering system for an effortless drive.

Inside, the Grand Touring model really sets itself apart from its Sport and Touring siblings with a bevy of standards. That list includes dual-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter; an eight-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar adjustments and three level heating; leather-trimmed sport seats; a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift-knob; and push-button start. Audio is provided by a nine-speaker Bose® Centerpoint® surround-sound system with Bluetooth, HD Radio™ and Pandora Internet radio capability. A 5.8-inch full-color touch-screen display is also standard. For true technophiles, the available Grand Touring Technology Package bundles a TomTom® navigation system, auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal remote control, Mazda advanced keyless entry system, High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, and safety equipment that includes a Smart City Brake Support system (SCBS). The SCBS system can automatically intervene when you are traveling between three and 19 mph if it senses a collision is imminent. The CX-5 also has a large list of accessories to make your CX-5 as unique as you are.

Safety is a Mazda staple, so the CX-5 Grand Touring comes standard with six airbags; Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control; Roll Stability Control; four-wheel, four-channel antilock disc brakes with Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution; a Tire Pressure Monitoring System and E911 automatic emergency notification. A Blind Spot Monitoring System is also featured in the Grand Touring trim. These features and others earned the 2013 CX-5 a “Top Safety Pick” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and a “5-Star” Overall crash test score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Consumer Guide added, “The CX-5 feels a bit sportier than its main rivals, with little penalty in ride quality or overall practicality. We also like the tastefully finished interior and promising EPA fuel economy estimates.”

The 2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring has an MSRP of $27,620 and is available now, so stop by today to see and drive it for yourself.

Vehicle Details: MAZDA6 Advantages

Arriving to early critical acclaim, the 2014 MAZDA6 Sport Sedan, now available here at Antelope Valley Ford Lincoln Mazda in Lancaster, California, is already emerging as the most compelling driver’s car in its class. Engaging performance and arresting KODO “Soul of Motion” design make the MAZDA6 stand out in a crowded field.

Meanwhile, its starting MSRP of $20,880 – among the lowest in the segment – kicks off a long list of benefits. Many know the Mazda brand for its focus on driving enjoyment and its rich sports car history. The 2014 MAZDA6 Sport Sedan brings spirit to a segment in which many competitors lack an engaging driving personality. Mazda has infused the five-passenger MAZDA6 with a solid dose of sportiness while also delivering the qualities midsize customers seek, including roominess, fuel economy and value.

The 2014 MAZDA6 has already won accolades, including a 2013 “Top Safety Pick+” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). It also won Motor Trend magazine’s comparison test with a Toyota Camry SE and Honda Accord Sport. Motor Trend preferred the overall driving experience in the Mazda, reporting, “Everything about this car is smooth and fluid.”

The MAZDA6 design, first seen on the TAKERI concept car, is striking. With a coefficient of drag as low as 0.26 (Grand Touring), the design is the most aerodynamic in the segment. That pays off in low wind noise and outstanding highway fuel economy.

The 2014 MAZDA6 does not compromise practicality for style. The new sedan offers one of the roomiest cabins in the class, including 37.1 inches of headroom and 38.7 inches of legroom for rear-seat passengers. The latter, at 2.6 inches greater than for a Nissan Altima, is among the segment’s best.

You’ll find a key to the advantages the MAZDA6 offers in one word: SKYACTIV^®. That’s the umbrella Mazda uses to cover a suite of engine, transmission, body and chassis technologies that optimize its latest models for performance, efficiency and safety. The new SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine produces 184 hp and 185 lb/ft of torque, more than what you’ll find in a Nissan Altima, Toyota Camry or Volkswagen Passat. Brisk acceleration makes for a sporty drive, yet, with either the standard SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual transmission or the SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic, the 2014 MAZDA6 returns stellar fuel economy.

The manual returns an EPA-estimated 25 mpg city, 37 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined. The advanced automatic, which is available in the MAZDA6 Sport trim and standard in the Touring and Grand Touring trims, does even better with an EPA-estimated 26 mpg city, 38 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined.

Cabin styling reflects the exterior’s boldness and focuses on passenger comfort and ease of use in the controls. The leather-covered sport-styled steering wheel features tilt-and-telescopic adjustment, along with convenient audio and cruise controls. In competitive models, a leather-covered wheel comes only on the high-end versions.

The contoured dash and wide use of soft-touch surfaces throughout the interior create the ambience of a luxury-brand model costing thousands of dollars more. Mazda value is apparent in the entry MAZDA6Sport, which comes standard with 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels; push-button start; a six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with auxiliary and USB connections; 60/40-split fold-down rear seats; power exterior mirrors; and automatic-off headlamps. The standard sport-bolstered front bucket seats include six-way adjustment for the driver, including lumbar adjustment, something you won’t find on the entry level Honda Accord, Nissan Altima or Toyota Camry.

As in other Mazda models, the 2014 MAZDA6 offers you choices for customization and personalization. Adding the automatic transmission to the Sport also nets a slew of technology upgrades, including Bluetooth^® phone/audio connectivity, a 5.8-inch color touch-screen display, a rearview camera, audio menu voice command, HD Radio^™, Pandora^® Internet Radio, SMS text message capability and E911 automatic emergency notification.

The mid-level Touring and high-end Grand Touring offer even more, including standard 19-inch wheels, Blind Spot Monitoring system and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Some of the standard luxuries in the Grand Touring, including an 11-speaker Bose^® Centerpoint^® Surround Sound System and navigation, can be added to the Touring with the Technology Package option.

Also standard in Grand Touring and optional for Touring, the all-new Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) system, technology more often seen in luxury-brand cars, can help prevent low-speed (under 19 mph) collisions. The Grand Touring offers even more driver-assist technologies.

Come in to road-test the 2014 MAZDA6 and discover, as Motor Trend did, how its advantages make it a winner.

The New 2013 Mazda CX-5 Is Finally Here!

"It was time to take a stand. Time to challenge the convention that says efficiency must come at the sacrifice of driving excitement. The CX-5 is our declaration that incredible fuel economy and uncompromised driving performance can coexist, that bold can also be sleek and aerodynamic. It is the first vehicle to embody the entire philosophy of SKYACTIV^® TECHNOLOGY, which reimagines every component from the ground up to work together in unprecedented harmony. More than a Compact Crossover SUV, the CX-5 is a call to drivers to experience the power of an entirely new way of thinking." - Mazdausa.com

• Full suite of SKYACTIV^® TECHNOLOGY
• 2.0L SKYACTIV^®-G engine
• New KODO-inspired design

 

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