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Combined, there are only about 10,000 idiot customers for the X4 and X6 in the US each year, which makes me wonder: a) why do they bother? and b) why would others copy it?

Why the obsession with 300 HP? That's an arbitrary objective and you absolutely don't need 300+ HP for a sporty two-row SUV. Especially Mazda, who's secret sauce is their ability to make fun cars that use boring power plants on paper. Besides, isn't there a good chance all new cars in that...

My theory: Mazda designed the LED rings with low output as a low-cost way of adding a luxury touch. On their own, the rings aren't bright enough to serve the purpose of DRLs. So they were designed from the start to merely accent the round headlight. Although the headlight washes out the ring...

Bingo. It’ll be RWD-based AWD, like the X5, etc. A distinction that few buyers will notice but auto enthusiasts and reviewers will talk about to death.

Spot on. When anyone questions the quality of outsourced production it seems to always generate an idealogical debate, but there is no questioning the fact that experience and training are king. It has nothing to do with work ethic. Plus, as you mentioned, the source materials might differ...

Yep, it’s so bad it’s not even funny. If this luxury push stands any chance, Mazda definitely needs a major shakeup in the marketing department.

Haven’t had it done on a CX-5, but I highly recommend PDR after having it done on other cars. If all you have is a ding, that’s bread and butter for them. If you live in Northern VA, I can refer you to the guy I found. Last time I paid $125 to have 3 door dings taken out. Some dealers...

In my experience, the interiors compare well with the BMW and Audi of the same size class, except for obviously the infotainment screens. What a lot of people don’t realize is that the Q3/5 and X1/3 aren’t that fancy in the inside...especially their base or second tier trims. They’re nice, but...

I bought a BMW SUV two years ago but soon afterwards saw the 2nd gen CX-5 and have regretted it ever since. The only reason I didn’t seriously cross shop the CX-5 earlier was because I was coming from a CX-7 and wanted to try another brand. I also disliked the 1st gen and didn’t realize that...

Have you browsed eBay to see if anyone has photos of OEM badges that they’re selling??

I’m on a couple dealer’s finder lists. Been shopping for a 17 GT-PP in the colors and condition I want for quite some time and am hoping those leases start getting returned soon. :) To my surprise, they actually follow up regularly.

For the love of Zeus, can we PLEASE stop turning every thread into an off-topic CD debate thread? You guys are like the friend you no longer hang with because he all he does is talk about his ex-girlfriend. Don’t be that guy!

Not a fan of the first one (Signature Style), or any second-gen CX-5 that tries for the “rugged” look. The other looks interesting though. I’ll take those tailpipes!

What a mess they have compared to the CX-5: An engine block recall A gas tank defect affecting 75% of owners, according to a poll on RAV4World. Privacy concerns regarding their Safety Connect feature Charging people a monthly subscription for a remote start app that doesn't work Various...

Huh? I’ve owned plenty of SUVs and trucks with leather. No issues at all.

I wish I could stomach Toyota and Lexus styling. I considered a used RX, but the nickel colored interior trim is so 1998. One thing that bugs me about these CR ratings is when there’s variability year-to-year for no true reason. For example, the brakes on the 17 and 18 CX-5 are certainly the...

BTW this isn’t a Mazda issue, this is a widespread auto glass industry issue. CR has a write up on it. https://www.consumerreports.org/car-safety/exploding-sunroofs-danger-overhead/

Most companies won’t hike your rates for a non-collision claim.

Yep, just another bogus review. Remember *gas smell* guy a little while back? Lol

LOL you all are taking this post way too seriously.