Mazda reduces emissions

Mazda has announced that emission cuts on the Mazda6 and Mazda2 models will benefit fleets and company car drivers, with a reduced benefit-in-kind liability and a reduction in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED). The Mazda6 2.2-litre 5-door Diesel 163ps and 180ps models drop from 142g/km to 140g/km, while the 129ps model drops even further  from 138g/km to 133g/km.

On the Mazda2 1.5-litre manual petrol model, the reduction is 135g/km to 132g/km and in addition on all 1.3-litre models, the reduction is from 119g/km to 115g/km, while the 1.5-litre automatic falls from 146g/km to 145g/km.

Steve Jelliss, Mazda Fleet and Remarketing Director,said,”At a time when corporate and personal budgets are being squeezed, Mazda customers are able to benefit from cash savings through these emission cuts. The Mazda range is already well-known for its style, specification, and reliability, and this development further enhances our value for money credentials”.

Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV

Mazda is unveiling their all-new Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV at the forthcoming 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. This “new generation” Mazda car is built around SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY and has a new chassis, body, engine and transmission and is targeting CO2 emissions from around 120g/km.

The engine line-up for the all-new CX-5 will include Mazda’s SKYACTIV-G 2.0 gasoline engine and SKYACTIV-D 2.2 diesel engine, which will be available in both Standard Power and High Power versions. The new Mazda CX-5 is also the first Mazda car to showcase the new “KODO-Soul of Motion” design theme which includes a new frontal treatment with a bolder Mazda family face.

Mazda will also show the upgraded Mazda3 at the Frankfurt Motor Show as well as the latest models in their car range, namely Mazda2, Mazda5, Mazda6, Mazda MX-5 and Mazda CX-7, all of which are on the site now on Mazda contract hire.

Mazda2 Takuya

Mazda is adding the special edition “Takuya” across their range of Mazda2, Mazda3 and Mazda6 cars. The Takuya 2011 special edition models are highly specified and have now gone on sale, with a total production run of 3,894 units.

Here is a summary of the standard equipment by range:

Mazda2 Takuya

This new model adds front fog lights, black sports trim, rear electric windows, automatic climate-control-air-conditioning, 16-inch alloy wheels, sports headlights, sports styling kit, “Parrot” Bluetooth hands free kit plus a new rear bumper sports trim. This model is powered by a 1.3-litre 84ps engine, accelerating from 0-62mph in 13.6 seconds, returning 55.4 combined mpg and CO2 emissions of 119g/km.

Mazda3 Takuya

This larger hatchback boasts 17-inch alloy wheels, sports styling kit, front fog and LED rear lights, plus automatic dusk sensing lights and rain sensing wipers. Inside you get automatic dual-zone climate control air conditioning, black sports interior trim, heated front sports seats, integrated Bluetooth system, six-disc CD changer and leather covered steering wheel and knob. This models offers you 43.5 combined mpg and CO2 emissions from its 105ps 1.6-litre engine.

Mazda6 Takuya

This fleet favourite comes in three engines and derivatives, a 2.0-litre 155ps five-door, 2.2D 163ps five-door and 2.2D 163ps Estate. All three come with 18-inch alloy wheels, sports grille, front fog lights, privacy glass and dusk sensing headlights. Inside you get an alloy pedal set, half-leather heated seats, auto-dimming rear view mirror, dual-zone automatic climate control air-conditioning, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, integrated Bluetooth system and six-disc CD player. Four metallic, mica or pearlescent paint colours are also offered free of charge.

Mazda contract hire leasing on all the new models will be loaded shortly.

Mazda2

Mazda has announced that they are developing a new electric vehicle (EV) in Japan, with plans to commence leasing the new Mazda cars to customers by the Spring of 2012. The new EV is going to be based on the popular Mazda2 and is expected to have a range of around 125 miles, with the target customer market initially being local government bodies and fleet users.

Mazda will also prioritise the improvement of its core  products by also developing more efficient engines and transmissions plus reducing vehicle weight, in a bid to save fuel and reduce CO2 emissions. In addition they will also be introducing other technology to their car range, including regenerative braking and hybrid powertrain systems.

Minagi Concept

Mazda will be unveiling a new compact crossover SUV at the Geneva Motor Show, called the Mazda Minagi. This new concept car features its all-new SKYACTIV technologies and shows off a new design theme (KODO -Soul of Motion). This exciting new concept now gives another insight to Mazda’s future new products and the evolution of the brand.

The Mazda Minagi is fitted with a SKYACTIV engine, transmission and chassis, all of which have been designed to offer driving pleasure with outstanding environmental and safety performance.

Minagi Concept

In addition to the Minagi Concept, Mazda will also be showing off the Mazda SHINARI, plus the latest Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5, Mazda6, Mazda MX-5 and Mazda CX-7 models.

Mazda5 diesel

The Mazda5 is now available in a five-model range and includes two turbo diesel options which will obviously attract fleet buyers. The new car goes on sale in the UK in January 2011 and there is the option of a 1.8-litre 115ps TS, 2.0-litre 150ps TS2, 2.0-litre 150ps Sport, 1.6-litre 115ps 1.6D TS2 and the 1.6D 115ps Sport.

Mazda5 is now available in a 1.6-litre turbo diesel unit

The 1.6-litre turbo diesel unit emits just 138g/km and according to Mazda, this model is likely to attract most fleet buyers.

Peter Allibon, Mazda Fleet and Remarketing Director, explains,”With the arrival of the Mazda5 diesel we will be offering fleets a complete five-model range – Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5, Mazda6 and CX-7 topped by the iconic MX-5. Now, rather than a single car, Mazda is able to offer businesses a complete fleet solution from an urban super mini through to load-carriers required by high mileage reps and on to lifestyle vehicles for user-choosers”. The current Mazda car range is on the site now on Mazda contract hire and the new Mazda5 diesel will be available in the New Year.

Mazda Car Configurator

Mazda has just launched a new Mazda Car Configurator to help its customers work out the exact appearance and specification of their next Mazda car, or merely passing the time working out what your Mazda dream car might be.

You can compare and save up to three cars at a time, from the newly upgraded Mazda2, the new Mazda5 or perhaps the MX-5 Roadster. The image of the vehicle can be viewed as a 180 degrees rotation or in two different outdoor locations. You can also see interior images and change the series and trim to see what the differences are.

Mark Cameron, Sales Director for Mazda UK said,”I’m delighted that we have been able to introduce the Car Configurator to the website, especially when it looks so impressive. The realistic visuals really set off the designs for our cars, and I particularly like the animated roof opening and closing on the MX-5 Roadster Coupe”. Mazda contract hire prices can also be compared here on every model once you have chosen your final car.

Mazda

The Northern Ireland Mazda dealers are outperforming UK mainland Mazda dealers, with March year on year sales growing by a record 81%. Motorists in Northern Ireland are switching to Mazda which is outperforming other manufacturers like Audi, Citroen, Honda and Fiat. Mazda is now the third best selling Japanese brand in Northern Ireland after Toyota and Nissan.

The popularity of the Mazda2 and Mazda3 has helped the growth in Northern Ireland, with fewer than one in four car sales being accounted for by the car scrappage scheme. Mark Cameron, sales director for Mazda UK said,”Customers know that we represent really good value for money and as our brand awareness grows in Northern Ireland, more and more customers are switching to us”. Mazda contract hire prices on the whole Mazda range is available now.

Autotrader.co.uk, the site to sell new and used cars, vans, caravans, motorhomes and motorbikes, has named their top ten Superminis as follows.

1. Ford Fiesta
2. Volkswagen Polo
3. Mini Cooper
4. Mazda2
5. Fiat 500
6. Toyota iQ
7. Vauxhall Corsa
8. Suzuki Swift
9. Nissan Micra
10. Renault Clio

Before you buy your next car it might be worth considering car leasing however, rather than face losing money over time as the car depreciates. Depreciation is the biggest cost in car ownership.

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If economy is high on your shopping list then you must have a look at this diesel Mazda. Our Mazda car leasing offer is based on the Mazda Mazda2 1.4D TS 5-door diesel hatchback and starts from £177+VAT per month. This Mazda car offers you a staggering 68.9 mpg on the combined fuel cycle and CO2 emissions of only 107g/km.

The Mazda car leasing terms are based on the following;

- Non-maintained business contract hire over a three year term at 10,000 miles per annum.

- 3 rentals in advance followed by thirty-five subsequent rentals (38 payments in total)

- “With maintenance”, metallic paint and other vehicle options can be added at an extra cost.

- The image shown may not represent the exact model.