No, there is no reason to upgrade, since you are obviously happy with your current CX-5. But I'd hardly call it an "appliance". I alternate between the CX-5 and A4 and really enjoy it. I would have never gone for it if I felt like it drove like an appliance.
Agreed, but I think Mazda is looking to create a new "premium" niche that shoots above Toyota and Honda and slightly below Lexus and Acura. I would have never considered a Toyota or Honda SUV. I think Mazda is smart creating their own niche because it has been successful in other industries...
I agree. It was the ads for the CX-9 that got me to notice Mazda when I had been looking at Audi, Lexus, Acura, etc. for an SUV. It is one beautiful, well-finished car, and I was just sorry we couldn't use something that big. Every time I see one on the road it stands out.
But it did get us...
Agreed. Same thing happening in the US. SUVs/CUVs are the hot ticket. With that said, if Mazda introduces their 4 door coupe, upgrades it like the CX-5 and puts more HP and torque in it, it might be a contender when my A4 lease is up. I like the direction they are heading. I have seen a few...
You just go into "Settings" and put him on your "Ignore" list. I've done that with him and another member (you listening, Unobtanium?) and it has made these threads a lot shorter and much more interesting.
I'm finding the opposite with my '17. Rain accumulates on the windshield and the wipers don't come on. I have them on Auto, but I actually turned off the rain-sensitive wipers to go manual intermittent. Maybe Mazda went the opposite direction with the new model?
You are not alone. We rode out our last lease for 39 months because I hate buying cars. I don't want to be lied to either, but I'd rather spend time enjoying the car than dickering over price.
I'll just post what I posted in another thread with a few revisions...
I don't think the point is whether the '17 CX-5 is a better driver's car than the previous generation. I don't think Mazda expects any loyalists to run out and trade in their 2016.5 models. The point is that Mazda is trying...
So, it appears the '17 CX-5 is resonating with buyers and potentially bringing in buyers from other brands. No, they don't have the brand awareness of the others, but who knows... maybe the "Kodo ads" are working.
I don't think the point is whether the '17 CX-5 is a better car than the previous generation. I don't think Mazda expects any loyalists to run out and trade in their 2016.5 models. The point is that Mazda is trying to cast a broader net by providing a car that looks and feels more premium and...