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New Mazda CX-80 Officially Launched in Malaysia – Prices Start from RM330,000

Bermaz Motor has officially introduced the New Mazda CX-80 to the Malaysian market, marking the arrival of Mazda’s second model from its Large Product Group. Positioned as the brand’s flagship three-row SUV, the CX-80 represents a bold step forward for Mazda in combining luxury, performance and family-friendly versatility.

First revealed in Europe in April 2024 and previewed locally at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show the same year, the CX-80 is built around Mazda’s “Graceful Toughness” design philosophy. It combines Japanese artistry with purposeful engineering, embodying the brand’s Jinba-Ittai ethos – the seamless connection between car and driver – while catering to the modern family with advanced comfort, space and safety.

From the outside, the CX-80 makes a commanding impression. Its elongated proportions, stretched wheelbase and tapered cabin design give it both elegance and presence. A sculpted grille framed by slim adaptive LED headlamps, flowing body lines and carefully placed chrome details highlight Mazda’s mastery of Kodo design, while signature L-shaped lighting at the front and rear reinforces the SUV’s unmistakable identity. Subtle play of light and shadow across its body panels reflects the Takumi craftsmanship that defines Mazda’s premium models.

The cabin extends this sense of refinement, blending minimalism with functionality. Designed with Mazda’s human-centric philosophy, the interior creates a natural sense of connection between driver and machine. Horizontal dashboard lines, intuitively placed controls and premium materials establish an atmosphere of calm sophistication. The six-seat configuration features captain-style chairs in the second row with a full-length centre console, while the third row offers a generous two-seat bench. Ambient lighting, soft-touch finishes and thoughtful conveniences such as wireless charging and discreet storage highlight Mazda’s meticulous approach to interior comfort.

Technology takes centre stage in the CX-80’s cabin. A trio of displays – a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a head-up display – provide clear and intuitive access to vital information. Mazda’s Driver Personalisation System, introduced on its Large Architecture models, recognises individual drivers and automatically adjusts over 250 settings, from seating position to mirrors and head-up display configuration. A 12-speaker Bose audio system adds to the sense of immersion, while smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ensures seamless connectivity.

Powering the CX-80 is Mazda’s advanced 2.5-litre e-Skyactiv PHEV system, pairing a Skyactiv-G four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor for a combined output of 323hp and 500Nm of torque. Energy is stored in a 17.8 kWh lithium-ion battery, offering up to 65km of zero-emission electric driving. The SUV achieves a top speed of 195km/h and returns a WLTP fuel consumption of 1.6 l/100 km, with CO₂ emissions as low as 36 g/km.

The CX-80 sits on Mazda’s front-engine, rear-focused all-wheel-drive Large Architecture Platform, delivering the brand’s hallmark balance of agility, stability and comfort. Double wishbone front suspension, a multi-link rear setup and i-Activ AWD work together to ensure precise handling and confidence in varied conditions, while Kinematic Posture Control enhances cornering stability. The SUV’s Mi-Drive system offers selectable driving modes, tailoring performance to suit different terrains and driving styles.

Safety has also been given equal priority. The CX-80 secured a five-star rating in Euro NCAP’s 2024 crash tests, reflecting Mazda’s commitment to protecting occupants and vulnerable road users alike. Its suite of i-Activsense safety technologies includes Adaptive LED Headlamps, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear and Front Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist, Smart Brake Support, Driver Attention Alert with monitoring, and Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, among others.

For Malaysia, the New Mazda CX-80 will be offered fully imported (CBU) from Japan, with prices starting from RM330,000. It is available in a refined palette of colours, including Melting Copper, Artisan Red, Rhodium White, Jet Black and Platinum Quartz, each designed to highlight the SUV’s sculpted form.

To provide added assurance, Bermaz Motor includes a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty and a 5-year free maintenance programme covering labour, parts and lubricants (excluding the Mazda BT-50). The high-voltage battery is backed by an 8-year or 160,000 km warranty, ensuring peace of mind for customers investing in Mazda’s flagship SUV.

With the introduction of the CX-80, Mazda has delivered more than just another premium SUV – it has crafted a vehicle that balances Japanese artistry, advanced technology and electrified performance in a package designed for modern families who refuse to compromise.

Mazda CX-80 Baharu Dilancarkan di Malaysia – Harga Bermula dari RM330,000

Bermaz Motor secara rasmi memperkenalkan Mazda CX-80 Baharu ke pasaran Malaysia, menjadikannya model kedua dalam barisan Large Product Group Mazda. Sebagai SUV tiga baris tempat duduk flagship jenama itu, CX-80 mewakili langkah berani Mazda dalam menggabungkan kemewahan, prestasi dan keselesaan mesra keluarga.

Model ini mula diperkenalkan di Eropah pada April 2024 sebelum dipertontonkan di Malaysia sempena Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show pada tahun yang sama. Dibangunkan berasaskan falsafah reka bentuk “Graceful Toughness”, CX-80 menampilkan seni ketukangan Jepun yang berpadu dengan kejuruteraan moden, sambil mengekalkan falsafah Jinba-Ittai – hubungan erat antara pemandu dan kenderaan – namun kini dengan fokus lebih besar kepada ruang, keselesaan serta keselamatan keluarga moden.

Dari segi penampilan, CX-80 memberikan imej yang garang dan berwibawa. Bentuk badan yang memanjang, jarak roda yang lebih besar serta garisan bumbung yang tirus menyerlahkan gaya elegan sambil mengekalkan karekter sebuah SUV premium. Gril berukir dengan lampu utama LED adaptif yang nipis, garisan badan yang mengalir dan kemasan krom yang halus menonjolkan bahasa reka bentuk Kodo. Lampu berbentuk-L di bahagian hadapan dan belakang pula menjadi identiti visual tersendiri. Permainan cahaya dan bayang pada panel badannya menggambarkan sentuhan Takumi yang menjadi ciri eksklusif model premium Mazda.

Kabinnya pula memadukan minimalisme dengan fungsi. Susunan papan pemuka mendatar, kawalan intuitif dan penggunaan bahan premium menghasilkan suasana tenang dan sofistikated. Konfigurasi enam tempat duduk menampilkan kerusi gaya kapten di barisan kedua dengan konsol tengah penuh, manakala barisan ketiga menyediakan ruang untuk dua penumpang. Pencahayaan ambien, kemasan lembut serta kelengkapan praktikal seperti pengecas tanpa wayar dan ruang simpanan tersembunyi menambah nilai keselesaan harian.

Bahagian teknologi menjadi tumpuan utama. CX-80 dilengkapi tiga paparan digital: kluster instrumen 12.3 inci, skrin infotainmen 12.3 inci serta paparan kepala (head-up display). Sistem Driver Personalisation membolehkan kenderaan mengenal pasti pemandu lalu melaraskan lebih 250 tetapan termasuk kedudukan tempat duduk, cermin sisi dan konfigurasi paparan secara automatik. Sistem audio 12 pembesar suara Bose menambah pengalaman imersif, manakala Apple CarPlay dan Android Auto memastikan sambungan pintar yang lancar.

CX-80 dikuasakan oleh sistem 2.5L e-Skyactiv PHEV, gabungan enjin petrol 4-silinder Skyactiv-G dengan motor elektrik yang menghasilkan kuasa gabungan 323hp dan 500Nm tork. Bateri litium-ion 17.8 kWh membolehkan pemanduan elektrik penuh sejauh 65km. SUV ini mampu mencapai kelajuan maksimum 195km/j dengan penggunaan bahan api serendah 1.6L/100km (kitaran WLTP) dan pelepasan karbon hanya 36g/km.

Dibina di atas platform Large Architecture pacuan semua roda dengan enjin hadapan, CX-80 menawarkan keseimbangan antara kestabilan, keselesaan dan ketangkasan. Suspensi double wishbone di hadapan, multilink di belakang serta sistem i-Activ AWD memastikan kawalan mantap dalam pelbagai keadaan, manakala Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) meningkatkan kestabilan ketika mengambil selekoh. Sistem Mi-Drive pula menawarkan mod pemanduan berbeza mengikut keadaan jalan.

Keselamatan menjadi keutamaan dengan penarafan lima bintang Euro NCAP 2024. Antara ciri i-Activsense yang ditawarkan termasuk Lampu Utama LED Adaptif, Pemantauan Titik Buta, Amaran Trafik Lintas Depan dan Belakang, Amaran Keluar Lorong dengan Bantuan Kekal Lorong, Sistem Brek Pintar, Pemantauan Tumpuan Pemandu serta Kawalan Jelajah Radar Mazda dengan fungsi Stop & Go.

Untuk pasaran Malaysia, Mazda CX-80 ditawarkan sebagai unit CBU dari Jepun dengan harga bermula RM330,000. Warna pilihan termasuk Melting Copper, Artisan Red, Rhodium White, Jet Black dan Platinum Quartz, setiap satunya direka untuk menonjolkan bentuk badan yang berukir halus.

Bagi memberi jaminan tambahan, Bermaz Motor menyediakan waranti pengeluar 5 tahun serta penyelenggaraan percuma 5 tahun (meliputi buruh, alat ganti dan pelincir – kecuali Mazda BT-50). Bateri voltan tinggi turut dilindungi dengan waranti 8 tahun atau 160,000km.

Dengan pelancaran CX-80, Mazda tidak sekadar memperkenalkan sebuah SUV premium baharu, tetapi menawarkan pakej lengkap yang memadukan seni ketukangan Jepun, teknologi canggih dan prestasi elektrifikasi – sesuai untuk keluarga moden yang mahukan kemewahan tanpa kompromi.

Mazda CX-60 Dilancarkan di Malaysia – Harga Bermula daripada RM198,900

Bermaz Motor secara rasmi memperkenalkan Mazda CX-60 Baharu ke pasaran Malaysia, menandakan kemunculan model pertama daripada kumpulan produk besar (Large Product Group) Mazda. Sebagai crossover SUV flagship terbaharu jenama itu, CX-60 membuka lembaran baharu dalam penawaran Mazda dengan gabungan prestasi dinamik, keselamatan termaju dan komitmen terhadap kelestarian alam sekitar.

CX-60 dibangunkan berasaskan falsafah “Noble Toughness”, yang menyatukan elemen kekuatan dan keanggunan sambil memperhalusi bahasa reka bentuk Kodo. Ia turut diinspirasikan oleh konsep Jepun “Ma”, iaitu keindahan ruang kosong, menghasilkan imbangan antara proporsi berani dan permukaan yang halus.

Reka bentuk gril baharu dengan profil lebih tinggi, dipadankan dengan sayap tanda tangan (signature wing) yang disepadukan bersama lampu isyarat, menampilkan karekter SUV yang lebih tegas. Buat pertama kali pada model Mazda, lampu utama disusun secara menegak dengan tandatangan cahaya berbentuk-L di bahagian depan dan belakang, membentuk identiti moden yang padu.

Kabin yang direka agak ke belakang memberi postur seakan-akan condong ke hadapan, seolah-olah bergerak walaupun dalam keadaan pegun. Garisan cahaya yang mengalir dari hujung kabin ke tanah mengingatkan kepada tenaga seni kaligrafi Jepun, menambahkan sentuhan budaya pada gaya keseluruhannya.

Masuk ke ruang dalaman, CX-60 mengekalkan tradisi Mazda dalam memadukan ketukangan halus dengan fungsi moden. Papan pemuka melintang luas dan konsol tengah yang teguh menekankan susun atur enjin membujur, menyerlahkan kekuatan seni bina SUV ini.

Bahan-bahan dalaman dipilih teliti untuk meraikan seni dan warisan Jepun, menggabungkan ketukangan tradisional dengan teknik moden bagi menghasilkan tekstur yang kaya serta suasana harmoni. Hasilnya ialah sebuah ruang kabin yang memancarkan kemewahan sederhana (understated luxury) sambil mengekalkan falsafah reka bentuk Jepun.

CX-60 turut dilengkapi tiga paparan utama: kluster digital 12.3 inci, paparan kepala (head-up display) dan skrin infotainmen 12.3 inci dengan pengecaman suara. Sistem ini bersepadu dengan Driver Personalisation System, yang boleh mengenal pasti pemandu dan melaraskan lebih 250 tetapan secara automatik – termasuk kedudukan tempat duduk, stereng, cermin sisi serta paparan HUD.

Kemudahan lain termasuk 360° View Monitor dengan fungsi See-Through View, kamera undur dengan garisan panduan, pengecas tanpa wayar serta sistem audio premium Bose 12-pembesar suara. Apple CarPlay dan Android Auto turut disokong bagi memastikan sambungan tanpa gangguan.

CX-60 dikuasakan oleh enjin 2.5L 4-silinder aspirasi semula jadi yang menghasilkan 189hp dan 261Nm tork, dipadankan dengan transmisi automatik 8-kelajuan. Dibina di atas platform Skyactiv Multi-Solution Scalable Architecture, SUV ini direka bukan sahaja untuk meningkatkan kecekapan dan dinamik pemanduan, tetapi juga sebagai persediaan ke arah elektrifikasi masa depan.

Mazda mengekalkan falsafah Jinba-Ittai – keserasian antara pemandu dan kenderaan – pada teras kejuruteraan CX-60. Teknologi Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) membantu menstabilkan kenderaan ketika mengambil selekoh dengan mengawal postur badan di bawah daya G tinggi. Penalaan suspensi pula memastikan gabungan keselesaan dan ketepatan kawalan, sesuai untuk pelbagai keadaan jalan.

Keselamatan menjadi aspek utama dalam pembangunan CX-60. SUV ini telah menerima penarafan 5 bintang Euro NCAP (2022), membuktikan tahap perlindungan tinggi kepada penumpang dewasa, kanak-kanak serta pengguna jalan raya yang terdedah.

Ia turut dilengkapi dengan suite i-Activsense yang komprehensif, termasuk Lampu Utama LED Adaptif, Pemantauan Titik Buta, Smart Brake Support hadapan dan belakang, Amaran Keluar Lorong dengan Bantuan Kekal Lorong, Pemantauan Pemandu, Kawalan Jelajah Radar dengan fungsi Stop & Go serta sistem Cruising & Traffic Support.

Mazda CX-60 dibawa masuk sepenuhnya (CBU) dari kilang Hofu, Wilayah Yamaguchi, Jepun, dan kini dibuka untuk tempahan di rangkaian pengedar sah seluruh negara. Harga bermula daripada RM198,900.

Pelanggan turut menikmati waranti pengeluar 5 tahun dan program penyelenggaraan percuma 5 tahun (buruh, alat ganti dan pelincir), sah sehingga 100,000km atau 5 tahun – yang mana dahulu. Bateri voltan tinggi juga diberikan jaminan tambahan, tidak termasuk model Mazda BT-50.

Warna pilihan merangkumi Soul Red Crystal, Rhodium White, Jet Black, Platinum Quartz dan Zircon Sand, setiap satunya dicipta untuk menonjolkan garisan badan CX-60 yang bertenaga.

Dengan kehadiran Mazda CX-60, Mazda bukan sekadar memperkenalkan sebuah SUV baharu. Ia adalah simbol ketukangan Jepun, kejuruteraan moden dan dedikasi Mazda dalam menghasilkan kenderaan yang benar-benar serasi dengan pemandunya.

New Mazda CX-60 Launched in Malaysia – Prices Start from RM198,900

Bermaz Motor has officially introduced the new Mazda CX-60 to Malaysia, marking the debut of the brand’s first model from its Large Product Group. Positioned as Mazda’s latest flagship crossover SUV, the CX-60 ushers in a new chapter for the brand, combining elevated driving pleasure with strong commitments to safety, performance, and environmental responsibility.

The CX-60 represents Mazda’s ambition to move deeper into the premium SUV segment. Conceived under the “Noble Toughness” design concept, the model blends strength and elegance in a way that advances the brand’s distinctive Kodo design philosophy. Drawing inspiration from the Japanese concept of Ma—the beauty of empty space—the CX-60 balances bold proportions with refined surfaces, creating an SUV that is both dynamic and graceful.

The exterior is defined by a commanding stance and refined detailing. Its new front grille adopts a taller profile, complemented by a redesigned signature wing with integrated indicators, enhancing the SUV’s assertive character. The headlamp arrangement, a first for Mazda, introduces vertically stacked lighting with distinctive L-shaped signatures at the front and rear, projecting a cohesive, modern identity.

The cabin sits slightly rearward, lending the vehicle a forward-leaning posture that conveys motion even at rest. A streak of light that flows from the cabin’s rear edge towards the ground recalls the artistic energy of Japanese calligraphy, adding a touch of cultural influence to the overall design. With its sculpted surfaces, short rear silhouette, and muscular body frame, the CX-60 embodies both poise and power.

Inside, Mazda continues its tradition of fusing craftsmanship with functionality. The wide dashboard stretches seamlessly across the cabin, while the bold centre console extends from front to back, highlighting the longitudinal engine layout and reinforcing the SUV’s architectural strength.

Materials are carefully selected to celebrate Japanese artistry, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create tactile richness and visual harmony. The result is an interior that reflects understated luxury while remaining deeply rooted in Japanese design philosophy.

Technology plays a central role in the cabin experience. The CX-60 features three main displays—a 12.3-inch digital multi-information cluster, an Active Driving Display (head-up display), and a 12.3-inch infotainment system with voice recognition. These systems integrate with the Driver Personalisation System, which can automatically recognise individual drivers and adjust over 250 settings, including seat position, steering wheel, mirrors, and head-up display preferences. Stored profiles ensure a tailored driving environment every time.

The cabin also incorporates a 360° View Monitor with See-Through View, reverse camera with guidelines, and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A wireless charging pad helps maintain a clutter-free interior, while a 12-speaker Bose premium sound system delivers immersive audio for all occupants.

Under the bonnet, the CX-60 is powered by a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated inline four-cylinder engine producing 189hp and 261Nm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Built on Mazda’s Skyactiv Multi-Solution Scalable Architecture, the SUV is engineered to accommodate future electrification while enhancing driving dynamics and efficiency.

Mazda’s Jinba-Ittai philosophy—the harmony between car and driver – is at the core of the CX-60’s engineering. The SUV is equipped with Kinematic Posture Control (KPC), which stabilises the vehicle during cornering by managing body posture under high G-forces. Suspension tuning further enhances ride comfort and handling precision, ensuring the SUV remains poised across varied driving conditions.

Safety remains central to the CX-60’s identity. The model achieved a 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2022, demonstrating high levels of protection for adults, children, and vulnerable road users.

Mazda’s i-Activsense suite equips the SUV with a comprehensive set of advanced driver assistance systems. Key technologies include Adaptive LED Headlamps, Blind Spot Monitoring, Front and Rear Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Monitoring, Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, and Cruising & Traffic Support. Together, these systems ensure enhanced awareness, confidence, and safety on every journey.

Fully imported as a CBU model from Mazda’s Hofu Plant in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, the new Mazda CX-60 is now open for booking at authorised dealerships nationwide. Prices start from RM198,900.

Customers will enjoy added assurance with a five-year manufacturer’s warranty and a five-year free maintenance programme, covering labour, parts, and lubricants. Both are valid for up to five years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first. The package excludes the Mazda BT-50.

The Mazda CX-60 is available in a selection of colours, including Soul Red Crystal, Rhodium White, Jet Black, Platinum Quartz, and Zircon Sand. Each tone has been carefully developed to accentuate the SUV’s flowing surfaces and strong presence.

With the CX-60, Mazda has created more than just an SUV. It is a statement of Japanese craftsmanship, modern engineering, and the brand’s commitment to delivering vehicles that connect deeply with their drivers.

Toyota dan Mazda Guna Bateri EV Terpakai Sebagai Sumber Tenaga untuk Kilang

Dalam perlumbaan ke arah elektrifikasi, persoalan besar yang sering timbul ialah: apa yang akan berlaku kepada bateri kenderaan elektrik (EV) yang sudah tamat tempoh? Toyota tampil dengan satu penyelesaian menerusi sistem baharu yang dinamakan Sweep Energy Storage System, yang kini sedang diuji di kilang Mazda di Hiroshima.

Sistem ini menggunakan semula bateri daripada kenderaan hibrid dan EV yang lama, lalu mengubahnya menjadi unit penyimpanan tenaga berskala besar untuk kegunaan industri. Keistimewaan Sweep ialah keupayaannya mengendalikan bateri dengan pelbagai jenis kimia dan tahap kesihatan berbeza. Dengan perisian pintar Toyota, prestasi setiap sel bateri dipantau secara berterusan, memastikan tenaga hanya disalurkan melalui sel yang paling kuat sambil mengelakkan penggunaan sel yang lemah secara masa nyata.

Bagi mengurangkan kos, sistem ini turut menggunakan semula inverter daripada kenderaan asal, sekali gus menghapuskan keperluan membeli peralatan penukar kuasa baharu yang mahal. Pendekatan ini menjadikan sistem lebih murah, praktikal dan berpotensi untuk diperluas penggunaannya.

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Toyota Pioneers Battery Recycling with Sweep Energy Storage System at Mazda Plant

As the global shift towards electrification accelerates, one of the most pressing challenges for the automotive industry is deciding what to do with retired electric vehicle batteries. With no single definitive solution, various start-ups and carmakers are developing their own approaches. Toyota’s answer is the Sweep Energy Storage System, a project that has now entered field testing at Mazda’s Hiroshima facility.

The Sweep system takes high-voltage batteries salvaged from electrified vehicles, whether hybrids or fully electric, and integrates them into a large-scale factory energy storage solution. What sets the system apart is its ability to work with batteries of varying chemistries and levels of degradation. An advanced energy management logic developed by Toyota continuously monitors performance, directing power through the strongest units while bypassing weaker ones in real time.

Adding to its cost efficiency, the system also reuses inverters from the donor vehicles, removing the need for expensive power conditioners. Horizon, a science and technology publication, highlights this as a key factor in lowering operational costs and making the system more scalable for wider adoption.

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Mazda Kekal Komited Terhadap Kereta Sport Walaupun Fokus SUV Semakin Dominan

Ketika Mazda CX-5 2026 melakar kemunculan sulung globalnya, tumpuan bukan sekadar terarah kepada kejayaan berterusan crossover paling laris syarikat itu. Sebaliknya, perhatian turut beralih kepada masa depan barisan kereta sport Mazda, satu aspek yang masih membangkitkan minat mendalam dalam kalangan peminat dan pencinta prestasi tulen jenama Jepun itu.

Dalam satu temu bual eksklusif bersama The Drive, Naib Presiden Perancangan Strategik Mazda Amerika Utara, Stefan Meisterfeld, menegaskan bahawa kereta sport masih menjadi komponen penting dalam identiti dan strategi Mazda. Beliau menyifatkan model-model berorientasikan prestasi sebagai “kritikal” dalam hala tuju keseluruhan jenama, sambil mengakui bahawa pelanggan Mazda datang daripada pelbagai latar belakang—dengan keperluan emosi dan praktikal yang berbeza-beza. Menurutnya, Mazda masih kekal komited untuk memenuhi keperluan pelanggan yang menghargai hubungan dinamik antara pemandu dan kenderaan.

Model MX-5 Miata terus menjadi ikon utama dalam rangkaian Mazda. Namun, kenyataan Meisterfeld turut mencadangkan kemungkinan syarikat sedang mempertimbangkan untuk melangkaui sekadar mengekalkan roadster ikonik itu. Beliau secara khusus membezakan antara “MX-5” dan “kereta sport secara umum,” satu petunjuk halus bahawa pengembangan barisan kereta sport masih dalam radar Mazda.

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Mazda Reaffirms Commitment to Sports Cars Amidst SUV Expansion

As the 2026 Mazda CX-5 makes its global debut, attention has quickly turned from the brand’s best-selling crossover to what lies ahead for its sports car lineup. While the launch of the new-generation CX-5 will likely continue Mazda’s strong commercial performance in the SUV market, the marque’s sporting future remains a key point of interest for enthusiasts and brand loyalists alike.

In an exclusive discussion with The Drive, Stefan Meisterfeld, Vice President of Strategic Planning for Mazda North America, offered insight into the company’s stance on performance-oriented models. Meisterfeld emphasised that sports cars remain integral to Mazda’s identity, describing them as “critical” to the brand’s overall strategy. He acknowledged the diversity of Mazda’s customer base, stating that the company aims to meet varying emotional and functional needs, which includes retaining a strong connection to its sporty roots.

While the MX-5 Miata continues to hold a special place in Mazda’s portfolio, Meisterfeld’s comments suggest that the company’s future plans could go beyond the iconic roadster. Notably, he made a distinction between “the MX-5 and sports cars in general,” potentially signalling openness to expanding the sports car range.

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Mazda CX-5 Serba Baharu Diperkenalkan untuk Pasaran Eropah

Mazda Motor Corporation secara rasmi telah memperkenalkan Mazda CX-5 generasi ketiga menerusi cabang Eropahnya, Mazda Motor Europe. Pendedahan ini menandakan permulaan era baharu bagi SUV crossover paling laris jenama itu. Berpegang kepada tema “Keselesaan Harian Emosi Generasi Baharu,” model terbaharu ini dijangka memasuki pasaran Eropah menjelang akhir tahun 2025, diikuti pelancaran global sepanjang tahun 2026.

Sejak diperkenalkan pada tahun 2012, Mazda CX-5 telah memainkan peranan penting dalam menentukan identiti reka bentuk dan kejuruteraan Mazda secara keseluruhan. Ia merupakan model pertama yang mempamerkan falsafah reka bentuk “KODO – Soul of Motion” serta dilengkapi teknologi SKYACTIV, gabungan yang memperkenalkan pengalaman pemanduan yang menyeronokkan dan cekap. Dalam tempoh lebih sedekad, CX-5 telah mencatat jualan melebihi 4.5 juta unit di lebih 100 negara, menjadikannya salah satu tunjang kejayaan global Mazda.

Generasi terbaharu CX-5 dibina berasaskan kekuatan model terdahulu dengan membawa pelbagai pembaharuan bagi memperkukuh hubungan emosi antara pemandu dan kenderaan. Mazda sekali lagi menegaskan komitmennya terhadap falsafah Jinba-Ittai—konsep kesatuan harmoni antara manusia dan jentera—dengan memperhalusi lagi aspek kawalan yang intuitif dan kepekaan terhadap respons pemanduan. CX-5 baharu mengekalkan pengendalian sporty yang menjadi kebanggaan Mazda, sambil menjadikannya lebih lancar dan menyenangkan.

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Mazda Unveils Third-Generation CX-5 in Europe – e-SKYACTIV G 2.5 Engine with M Hybrid Technology

Mazda Motor Corporation has officially revealed the third-generation Mazda CX-5 through its European subsidiary, Mazda Motor Europe, setting the stage for the next evolution of the brand’s most popular crossover SUV. The new model, which embodies Mazda’s vision of “New Generation Emotional Daily Comfort,” is expected to reach European showrooms by the end of 2025, with global rollouts planned throughout 2026.

Since its original debut in 2012, the CX-5 has played a pivotal role in defining Mazda’s design and engineering direction. It was the first vehicle to fully embrace the company’s now-signature “KODO – Soul of Motion” design language, paired with the innovative SKYACTIV technology platform. This combination offered drivers an engaging, efficient driving experience with a distinctive aesthetic that quickly won international acclaim. Over the years, the CX-5 has achieved global sales surpassing 4.5 million units, becoming a cornerstone of Mazda’s international success across more than 100 countries and regions.

The all-new CX-5 builds upon the legacy of its predecessors while introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at deepening the emotional connection between vehicle and driver. Mazda has refined its Jinba-Ittai driving philosophy—an ethos of seamless unity between car and driver—by offering a more intuitive, responsive ride. This principle is at the heart of the new CX-5, ensuring it continues to deliver the signature sporty handling that customers have come to expect.

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