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Pre-owned vehicles10 Good Used Vehicles From 2016
If your budget is only compatible with five or six year-old vehicles, you obviously won’t be able to take advantage of the initial manufacturer’s warranty (unless, for example, you opt for a Mitsubishi model that has a drivetrain coverage of 10 years or 160,000 km). For that reason, choosing a …
Pre-owned vehiclesUsed Mazda3: What Trim is Best For You?
Many used car buyers are now turning to three to four-year-old models, where the steep initial depreciation is over but the vehicle generally is still in pretty good shape. And the Mazda3 is a perfect example of this, since the actual generation was launched in 2019. Showing a more mature …
Comparative Tests2022 Subaru Outback vs. 2023 Mazda CX-50: The Numbers
The all-new 2023 Mazda CX-50 is arriving at Canadian dealerships in May and a lot of people are buzzing about this latest addition to Mazda’s crossover lineup. It’s a bit larger and more adventure-ready than the popular Mazda CX-5 , making it a direct threat to the Subaru Outback .
First Drives2023 Mazda CX-50: Mazda's Answer to the Outback4.0/5
Mazda has been very successful in Canada for a long time, but the same cannot be said for the U.S. Long considered marginal, the brand's vehicles have not always pleased the average American buyer. In order to fix that, and also to improve its product offer in the compact SUV …
Pre-owned vehiclesGood Pre-Owned Cars For Under $10,000
Finding a good used car that is not expensive is not an easy task these days. New model deliveries are almost at a standstill and used vehicle prices have increased significantly with the skyrocketing demand. Good bargains are pretty rare too. Many buyers on a budget have a limit of …
Test Drives2021.5 Mazda CX-5: Happy Compromises4.0/5
The Mazda CX-5 has always offered drivers a little bit more bang for their buck in terms of driving dynamics and power. The CX-5’s optional turbocharged engine outranks many rivals in the segment - and it is clear that Mazda has made a choice to keep offering powerful gas powertrain …
Test DrivesMazda MX-5 is a Whole Lot of Fun Even in Winter
The Mazda MX-5 is the kind of summer toy we wish other automakers would try to emulate. Unfortunately, Canadian winters can be rough, and most owners choose to keep their little roadster stored until spring returns. That’s not what we did when we were offered the opportunity to test drive …
Test Drives2022 Mazda CX-9: Is the New CX-90 Coming Yet?3.0/5
The original Mazda CX-9 debuted exactly 15 years ago. While a V6 engine used to sit under the hood, a turbocharged four-cylinder mill has powered the second generation of the three-row midsize crossover since 2016. Time has now taken its toll and a serious revamp is in order if Mazda …
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