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When the 2020 CX-5 is released for sale, I would like to order one with Port-Installed Options. That's because I intend to lease the vehicle and as long as the options are included on the widow sticker, they can be included as part of the lease (residualized, as the dealer calls it). Another...

I usually lease my cars as there are several advantages, including only paying sales tax on the monthly payment (works this way in AZ). You have the option to purchase the vehicle at lease termination at the pre-determined residual value. You can also sell the vehicle privately if you wish...

Good article here about port installed options: http://www.autotrader.com/research/article/car-shopping/215790/dealer-installed-options-explained.jsp Most cars that "come off the boat" go through a port of entry. They're checked for damage and pass through Customs as well. The employees are...

Thanks, that's what I wanted to know. We're still a little undecided as to the CX-5 vs the Ford Escape Titanium. The issue is the lack of seat memory on the Mazda (the Escape has that feature). Wonder why Mazda doesn't include seat memory as it does on the 6 Grand Touring? Thanks again for...

Hi Everyone, We're new to Mazda (and this forum) and thinking about a 2016 CX-5. We like the Grand Touring trim but would like to order the car with several options and have them all installed as Port Installed Options. This would include the tow hitch and other items. We'd like all the...