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Awards and Accolades

2010 MAZDA3 4 Door

Top Safety Rating
-Recieved the highest rating for frontal crash performance from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Rivaling the Sports Cars from Many Manufacturers
- "With Steering response and feedback rivaling the sports cars from many manufacturers, the 2010 Mazda3 clearly retains the dynamic credentials it has inherited from the current car."
? Edmunds.com
EDMUNDS

Tuned by Someone Who Knows and Cares About Driving-
"Every control - steering, throttle response and brakes - feels as if it has been tuned by someone who knows and care about driving.
? Edmunds.com

EDMUNDS

Clean & Fuel Efficient
- The all-new 2010 Mazda3 is a Smart Way certification mark, identifying the MAZDA3 as among the cleanest and most fuel-efficient vehicles available.
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Fully Loaded
- "And when we say fully loaded, we mean fully loaded - this little charmer was equipped with luxury features you'd never expect to find in an economy sedan."
- AUTOMOBILE Magazine

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Top of Its Class
- "...Mazda started with a car that was still at the top of its class after more than fice years and made it even more appealing to buyers."
- AUTOMOBILE Magazine

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2009 Mazdaspeed3

"Mazda's DISI 2.3L turbocharged DOHC I-4 is a whole lotta power, a whole lotta technology and a whole lotta fun at a fantastic price ? a formula for success that makes Mazda one of the best little powertrain developers in the world."
? WardsAuto.com (2008 Ward's 10 Best Engines)

"The MAZDASPEED3 is old-school hot-rodding at its finest: big speed, rock-bottom cash, and arrogant rawness. We love it."
? AUTOMOBILE Magazine 08.2008

"What's that you say? You have a serious need for speed but shortage on cash? The MAZDASPEED3 will leave the Volkswagen R32 in the dust ? and $10,540 for gas money in your pocket."
? AUTOMOBILE Magazine 08.2008

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1st Place MAZDASPEED3

"Simply the best muscle, poise, practicality and price in the segment."
? Edmunds? Inside Line (2008-'09 Sport Compact Comparison Test: 2008 MAZDASPEED3 vs. 2008 Subaru Imprezza WRX vs. Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart) 08.2008


"Clearly the MAZDASPEED3 has little to fear from the SRT4 Caliber."
Comparison: ?Dodge Caliber SRT4 Vs. Mazda MAZDASPEED3. SRT4, where?s the bite??
? Road & Track 02.2008

"Possessing impressive performance capabilities as well as plenty of daily-use utility, the 2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 is our favorite sport compact."
? Edmunds.com

EDMUNDS
2009 MAZDA6

"The Engineers working on the second-generation Mazda6 had a clear goal: keep the sporty handling, but give the new sedan a big dose of power, room, and quality. And, boy, did they ever."
-AUTOMOBILE Magazine

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"The MAZDA6 combines both sense and sensibility, and it does so with a style that inspires comparision to cars furthur up the evolutionary scale like the Acura TSX or Nissan Maxima."
-Edmunds? Inside Line


"The all-new 2009 MAZDA6 is a smartway certified car that has recieved the U.S. EPA's SmartWay certificationmark, identifying the MAZDA6 as among the cleanest and most fuel-efficient vehicles available."
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"Growing Gains: Not only is the 20009 MAZDA6 bigger, it's quicker, quieter, sleeker, and smarter as well."

"Combine the back road prowess, however with gorgeous styling, high quality materials, and loads of interior and trunk space, and suddenly you have a zaoom-zoom winner.
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"There's plenty of midrange torque and a smooth, refined feel near the 6,200-rpm redline. For anyone but the truly power-hungry, the 2.5 is plenty of motor for day-to-day driving."
-Edmunds? Inside Line
2009 MX-5 Miata

"This little guy is a hoot whether you're winding through hills, buzzing along the freeway, or evading the cloggers in city traffic."
? MotorTrend (Long Term Test: MX-5, 15K Mile Update)

"Managing weight, improving antidive and antisquat, stiffening steering, and improving brake response and rigidity are among the most important factors in making the new Miata feel as sensational to drive as it ever did, with everything operating in perfect harmony at a higher level."
? AUTOMOBILE Magazine
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"Throw in the fact that the Miata's engine sounds better, is smoother and out-sprints the Solstice through a lighter clutch, and it's clear which car's drivetrain we prefer."
? Edmunds.com
EDMUNDS


Most Fun for $25,000

?The MX-5 Miata, on the other hand, exists purely for the joy of driving. Sure, it has a reasonable trunk?and pricier models can be had with a folding hardtop?but at its core, the Miata is a driver?s car. It?s wonderfully balanced, with an engine that?s willing but not overpowering, a gearbox that?s one of the best in the business, and handling that makes running an errand an enjoyable experience. There are certainly faster cars, but few are as satisfying.?
? CarandDriver


"Even though it has grown in size, gotten more muscular in the performance department, and now sports an optional power retractable hardtop, the MX-5 Miata remains true to its mission of delivering great performance without putting a major dent in your wallet when it comes time to pull up to the pump."
? Road & Track 08.2008 (Tested: The Fast & The Frugal)

"To genuine sports car fans, this was a recipe too impeccable to be believed. A reliable sports car that's pretty cheap and also a joy to drive? Sensational!"
? Forbes.com
2009 MAZDA RX-8

"In the purest sense of a sports car, the rear-drive RX-8 is the most satisfying through corners. I felt like it was a glove on my hand. I could put it right where I wanted. Extremely well balanced, easy to drift, unfettered by weight.?
? MotorTrend 09.2008
(America's Best Handling Car: Track Testing)

"With the unique hum of the rotary engine, 50:50 even weight distribution and adequate seating for four adults, Mazda's RX-8 combines the fun of driving a true sports car and the practicality needed to travel with more than one passenger."
? Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com)

"Regardless of how many doors the RX-8 has, it is ultimately a sport coupe that offers sensational handling without the stiffness typically associated with cars of this type."
? Edmunds.com
EDMUNDS

"No matter what you call the RX-8, it?s a great car with an innovative approach and admirable engineering."
? NewCarTestDrive.com

"The engine will spin to 9,000 rpm faster than you can say 'rev limiter' and feels more willing at high rpm than even Honda's S2000 because of the rotary's phenomenal smoothness."
? Edmunds.com
EDMUNDS

"...it earns coolness points for the innovation of an unconventional design and the daring to bring back an underappreciated powerplant."
? TheCarConnection.com

"One of the 10 Best Road Trip Vehicles"
? Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com)

"The idea of a four-door sports car has been bandied about for decades, but Mazda's efforts are likely to set a new benchmark in this area."
? Edmunds.com
EDMUNDS
2009 MAZDA CX-7

"Mazda's DISI 2.3L turbocharged DOHC I-4 is a whole lotta power, a whole lotta technology and a whole lotta fun at a fantastic price ? a formula for success that makes Mazda one of the best little powertrain developers in the world."
? WardsAuto.com (2008 Ward's 10 Best Engines)

"Mazda takes a third Ward's 10 Best Engines award for its power-packed, direct-injected 4-cyl."
? WardsAuto.com (2008 Ward's 10 Best Engines)

?Mazda?s five-place crossover surprises us with nimble rally-car impersonation.? ?Indeed, the CX-7 is a sweet driving SUV that proves reliable and inexpensive to own.?
? Car and Driver (CX-7 Long-Term Test) 04.2008

"Its most immediately endearing quality is the steering response, which is direct, linear, and nicely weighted."
? AUTOMOBILE
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"The 2.3-liter, direct-injection, turbocharged, four-cylinder, 244-horsepower engine in the CX-7 was kicking tailpipe and taking names. Zoom-zoom! Hot dog! Zoom-zoom all the way!"
? WASHINGTON POST

"This Mazda channels the spirit of the Porsche Cayenne and Range Rover Sport better than most anything else in the $30K and under class. Maybe we really didn't see this SUV coming."
? MOTOR TREND

"The brakes are freaking awesome. Unlike most competitors, all four of the CX-7's rotors are ventilated, not just the fronts. And the front calipers are two-piston units, not single pistons as is the usual custom."
? EDMUNDS' INSIDE LINE

"If BMW's excellent X5 or Land Rover's muscular Range Rover Sport lie beyond your budget, the CX-7 can undoubtedly serve as an affordable alternative for you."
? BUSINESSWEEK.COM

"This is a car that feels as if you'd put it on rather than gotten into it."
? CarandDriver
2009 MAZDA CX-9

"The CX-9 superbly balances roominess and utility with rewarding performance and handling. It's a lot of fun to drive, and the ride is compliant without being overly cushy."
? MotorTrend (Long-term test, 20K miles)

"Unlike a lot of seven-seaters, it doesn't make you want to take a nap behind the wheel."
? AUTOMOBILE Magazine 06.2008 (Test: Four Seasons)
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"THREE ROWS: THAT'S ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM"
"This could be the best mid sized crossover SUV for the sporty driver needing room for seven passengers."
? MotorTrend


"A CROSSOVER THAT'S JUST ABOUT PERFECT"
"As good a blend of tight precision and comfortable compliance as exists in the SUV world, mainstream or luxury"
? USA TODAY (Test Drive: CX-9)


"Mazda CX-9 is a winner, offering up a degree of style and spirited performance in a category of vehicle not known for it."
? Road & Track

"The CX-9 is a great people package." "Best of all, the CX-9 drives like a Mazda, not some soggy station wagon."
? Automobilemag.com
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2009 MAZDA Tribute

It's a joy to drive and is at the top of its class."
? New Car Test Drive.com

"The Tribute is an agile and powerful little SUV. It handles better than other sport-utilities. Its sharp steering allows the driver to guide it precisely. At high speeds, the Tribute is supremely stable. Handling response is relatively taut without that mushiness that characterizes SUVs with big off-road tires and long-travel suspensions."
? New Car Test Drive.com

"Mazda Tribute is among the sportiest of the small utilities. Sporty handling and brisk V6 performance place the Tribute among the best of the small sport-utility vehicles sold today."
? New Car Test Drive.com

"Put all this good stuff on the road and you get a surprising package that impressed even those on staff who are less than thrilled with SUV's in general."
? Edmunds.com
EDMUNDS

"Keeping up with average sedans on the same stretch of road was easy and the Miata-inspired steering was another plus that we enjoyed. The Tribute is clearly a front-runner in the hotly contested mini-SUV market segment."
? Edmunds.com

EDMUNDS

"...gets a more polished look, as well. A new front fascia and other styling revisions add zest to what was already one of the better looking contenders in the class. The suspension has been revised for improved handling. Available side-impact airbags and curtain airbags enhance safety."
? Automotive.com

"The Mazda Tribute delivers an excellent value for people who want the image and versatility of a sport-utility coupled with refinement and better on-road handling than truck-based utilities."
? New Car Test Drive.com