EPA declares Mazda as 2013 most fuel-efficient automaker in the US

With a 27.5 mpg average across all models, Mazda has been declared the most fuel-efficient automaker in the United States by the Environmental Protection Agency.

The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda Orlando are used to educating curious car shoppers about the economical fuel saving advantages that Mazda’s proprietary SKYACTIV technology platform offers Mazda drivers.

This is the second year in a row that Mazda has been declared the most fuel-efficient automaker in the US by the EPA which noted a half mile increase in overall fuel efficiency over the vehicles produced in 2012.

Not only is Mazda the most-fuel efficient, but they also have the lowest carbon emission rate out of all automakers for two years in a row as well.

2013 was the year Mazda unveiled two game changers to their lineup. The launch of the 2014 Mazda6 in January, which was the first Mazda completely built around SKYACTIV technology, was the beginning of something great.

In September, Mazda launched the 2014 Mazda3 which was also completely built around the SKYACTIV technology platform and based on the Kodo “soul of motion” design language that the Mazda6 was adapted from.

Next year Mazda will be introducing a newer more fuel efficient MX-5 Miata which will contribute to the annual trend of Mazda’s shrinking carbon emissions and growing fuel economy.

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Via: AutoBlog.com

Official: 2014 Mazda3 gets 41 mpg starting at $16,495

With gas prices soaring by the end of summer, drivers are left wanting to find something more by spending less. It’s no surprise that Mazda has been scratching the surface on affordable fuel efficient vehicles since the introduction of their SKYACTIV technologies beginning with the 2012 Mazda3. This summer, the Japanese automaker unveiled its latest redesign with the all-new fully SKYACTIV 2014 Mazda3 set to launch in September 2013.

This week, Mazda finally revealed the fuel specs and pricing details on the all new compact sedan. Starting at $16,945 (pricing does not account for the $795 destination fee) for the baseline i SV manual transmission model, there will be two engines to choose from when making your selection. Trims that begin with “i” will come equipped with the SKYACTIV 2.0 liter gasoline engine which offers 30 city and 41 highway mpg, while the trims beginning with “s” will give drivers the 2.5 liter SKYACTIV gasoline engine delivering more power and 28 city / 38 highway mpg. Those that purchase any of the “s” trim Mazda3’s will be able to opt in for the i-ELOOP regenerative breaking system which helps deliver even stronger fuel economy.

Dealerships like Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, a new and pre-owned Mazda dealer in Orlando, Florida, are gearing up for the 2014 Mazda3 this September by offering excellent deals on remaining 2013 Mazda3s. If you would like to learn more about the 2013 Mazda3 or the SKYACTIV technologies that help power the latest redesign, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

MotorTrend Names Skyactiv Mazda3 The Best 40 MPG Compact Sedan

With plenty of choices in the compact sedan market touting 40 mpg, MotorTrend pitted six big name automakers against each other to find which makes the best fuel efficient sedan. The test compared the Chevy Cruze Eco, Ford Focus SFE, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic HF, Mazda3, and Volkswagen Jetta TDI in a battle of drivability, handling, fuel economy, engine performance, and ingenuity. When the test was over, MotorTrend named the Mazda3 the best compact sedan with 40 mpg mileage.

The automotive publication praised the performance and efficiency that Skyactiv technology has come to represent. When it came to the experience behind the wheel, the article reported one test driver saying “Great-handling car, very tossable with quick steering and very good feedback. The Mazda3 is easily the most fun vehicle to drive at the Proving Ground.” You can read MotorTrend’s article on their website. For more information about the Mazda3 and Skyactiv technology, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com and see how you can take a test drive with a Mazda Expert today!

Edmunds Evaluates the New 2014 Mazda6

More 2014 Mazda6 impressions are hitting the internet after last month’s demonstration in France. As a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, the Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda are already receiving many inquiries into the latest Mazda6. Equipped with a full suite of Skyactiv innovations, Edmunds’ Inside Line publication gives further insight into how Mazda’s branded technologies impact the driving experience and performance of the vehicle in their first behind the wheel experience with the new fuel efficient sedan.

One of the Skyactiv features that stand out is the new i-ELOOP regenerative braking system. Edmunds reports “Mazda says that a full capacitor can run the entire car, including air-conditioning, for a full minute.” The performance of the capacitor in the 2014 Mazda6 i-ELOOP helps relieve the engine powered alternator by taking the energy produced by braking to charge and distribute the power to run electronic components during a stop. For more information on the new 2014 Mazda6 and future Skyactiv vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

MotorTrend’s 2014 Mazda6 First Test Drive

Mazda is prepping for the US launch of the 2014 Mazda6 in January 2013 and gave automotive publications a hands on experience recently in France. Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida and many more new Mazda dealerships are anticipating a high volume of demand for the Japanese automaker’s new mid-sized sedan and wagon. Helping fuel the demand are the first hands on impressions of the newest completely redesigned from the wheels up Mazda and Motor Trend has the experience summed up nicely from their recent test drive.

Visit MotorTrend's gallery of the brand new 2014 Mazda6.

Armed with a suite of Skyactiv technologies, the 2014 Mazda6 will be paving the way for Mazda domination in the North American market this coming year. With more details developing on the options and specifications for the United States version, expect a new big player on the block in fuel economy, style, handling, and performance. For more information on Skyactiv technologies and Mazda vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts at Sport Mazda can help you with any questions or concerns you may have, simply fill out a contact form on our website and we will contact you shortly.

Hyundai, Kia Face Lawsuit in Wake of Mileage Misrepresentations

On November 2, the Environmental Protection Agency released the results of an investigation that conflicted with the advertised mileage on Hyundai and Kia cars in the United States. Auto News reports that plaintiffs are seeking “$775 million in compensation for owners who say resale values have been damaged by the companies’ inflated fuel-economy figures.” With the gas mileage of vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra under scrutiny, auto shoppers looking for honest fuel economy in the Skyactiv line of Mazda vehicles.

We posted an article on October 30^th that compared the Hyundai Elantra with the Mazda3 Hatchback carried out by AutoGuide.com. Taking into account the recent news coming out of Hyundai, the Mazda3 has gained traction in the fuel efficient market by being able to achieve an official gas mileage reaching 40 mpg with the Skyactiv-G 2.0 liter gasoline engine. Hyundai and Kia will be forced to change their reported gas mileage to reflect what the EPA has concluded on their fuel efficiency. For more information about the fuel efficient line of Skyactiv Mazda vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com to learn how a Mazda Expert can demonstrate, in person, the fuel saving power of Skyactiv.

The Mazda RX-7: Returning To A Dealership Near You In 2017

Making a comeback in 2017, Mazda has announced that the beloved RX-7 will be returning to dealerships just in time for the 50^th anniversary of the Mazda Cosmo, the original Wankel-powered rotary sports car. As a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda is excited for the return of this legacy setting coupe especially after Mazda retired their most recent sports car, the RX-8, in 2011. Where the RX-8 failed in fuel economy, the Japanese automaker is aiming to make a turn around and when taking Skyactiv into consideration, they are better equipped with environmentally friendly technologies that can make the new RX-7 a force to be reckoned with.

The 2001 Mazda RX-7 (the last of the RX-7's) was only available in Japan leaving North American auto consumers without the opportunity to easily purchase without the hassle of international importing.

Although little is known about the newest iteration in the lineage of Mazda’s greatest consumer sports car, some details have trickled out from the company’s sports car chief, Nobuhiro Yamamoto. Expect a lighter vehicle similar in weight to the Scion FR-S and closely priced to the Nissan 370Z, which is priced around $33,000 for the base model. More details will emerge as the time gets closer, but expect high demand leading up to its launch. For more information on Mazda vehicles, parts, and accessories, visit the Mazda Experts at SportMazdaOrlando.com. For those located in the Greater Central Florida area, you can contact Sport Mazda to schedule a one-on-one with a Mazda Expert to help answer your questions and fulfill your requests!

2012 Custom Car Show Gives a Glimpse of Mazda Creativity

Mazda’s showing at the 2012 SEMA Show this year brought on the eye candy with three customized concept CX-5s that brought out the best of this beautiful compact crossover. The bloggers at AutoBlog.com went to the show in Las Vegas and captured plenty of pictures and details of these special concepts. Taking a look at the future of Skyactiv, the CX-5 Dempsey concept was stocked with a 2.2-liter Skyactiv-D diesel engine, the first seen in a North American spec CX-5.

Check out their article and photo gallery of all three concepts that any Mazda aficionado will appreciate. For more information about the Mazda CX-5 and Skyactiv, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, FL are knowledgeable resources of information and can help anyone in person that is interested in a Mazda in the Central Florida area.

AutoGuide Face Off: 2013 Mazda3 Hatchback vs 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida has seen the demand for the 2013 Mazda3 firsthand. As a Mazda dealership, the look on the face of someone that has just finished their test drive of the Mazda3 makes us happy to know that the engineering and design is being appreciated and regarded as an excellent driving experience. The fine folks at AutoGuide.com know the feeling and reflected it in their newest article that pitted the 2013 Mazda3 Hatchback against the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT.

These are two cars in the same class and both tout excellent fuel economy, however, as Auto Guide puts it, “While nearly identical in functionality, a week spent testing both cars showed the Mazda to have superior real world fuel economy while also being more fun to drive.” Read the full article on AutoGuide.com to see what they loved and loathed about the Mazda3 and Elantra GT. For more information on Mazda vehicles, service, and parts, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. You can even speak to a Mazda Expert on our website to see if they can help you with your automotive needs today!

2013 Mazda Skyactiv CX-5 Finalist For 2013 Green Car of the Year!

Green Car Journal has announced their 5 finalists for 2013 Green Car of the Year and showing up on the list is the 2013 Mazda Skyactiv CX-5. As a Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda has seen the demand first hand for the fuel efficient environmentally improved Skyactiv CX-5. Normally, people do not associate “green” and “sport utility vehicle” together, but Green Car Journal has recognized the engineering feat that Mazda has achieved with their crossover SUV which is the only type of car in its class that is nominated.

The Skyacitv CX-5 is the most efficient SUV available in the US with an EPA rating of 35 miles per gallon and has a shot at the title when you look at past winners like the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid SUV which won the title in 2008 even with only a gas mileage of 22 mpg which clearly gives hope for a Mazda win this year. We’ll find out who wins the title when the winner is announced next month at the LA Auto Show. For more information about the Mazda CX-5 or Skyactiv vehicles, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

Straight From Moscow: The 2014 Mazda6 Makes Its Global Debut

Back in August, Mazda unveiled the new 2014 Mazda6 at the 2012 Moscow Motor Show bringing new life to the Mazda6 model. Although not much is widely known about the North American specifications of the 2014 Mazda 6, but if we look at the announced Russian specifications, we can get a hint at what is in store or until Mazda announces them. Established technologies like the SKYACTIV-G, SKYACTIV-Drive and SKYACTIV-MT are making a return in the Russian-specified 2014 Mazda6 with more exciting technologies making a debut.

Gone! The "Mazda Smile" seen on previous Mazda grills have been redesigned for sleek simplicity that catches the eye and won't let go!

The 2014 Mazda6 is going to continue offering fuel efficient transportation through several new systems designed to help deter unneeded fuel consumption. The new i-ELOOP will be making its debut in the 2014 Mazda6. It is the world’s-first capacitor-based regenerative braking system that helps use the energy from frequent acceleration and braking to improve fuel efficiency by 10%. Another system making its first appearance is the “i-stop” which is an idling stop system that offers a class-leading restart time of 0.35 seconds and significantly reduces stop-and-go fuel consumption. Mazda is due to make a full announcement for the North American specifications of the 2014 Mazda6.

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Engineered For Safety: Skyactiv Gets The Grade

The 2013 Mazda Skyactiv CX-5 is the epitome of safety for the future of Mazda vehicles. Traditional unibody vehicles focus on displacing crash energy primarily through the floor pan. The 2013 Skyactiv CX-5 was designed using the Skyactiv-Body which, as blogged about earlier, is engineered to handle the energy from a collision. Energy gets distributed through the floor, door beams, and over the roof reducing the physical jolt in the passenger compartment giving it an edge in safety over other similarly classed competitors.

Mazda engineers started by taking the top federal and independent crash-test criteria and took a reverse engineering approach to achieve their desired results. Not only will the rigidity and structure of the body will keep you safe in the event of a dramatic collision, but it also increases the Skyactic CX-5’s handling, ride quality, and interior quietness. With these safety and performance features, it’s easy to see why the 2013 Mazda Skyactiv CX-5 is a must own!

For more about the Skyactiv line by Mazda, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, FL are a wealth knowledge relating to Mazda’s and will be happy to help today!

Skyactiv-Chassis: Suspending Disbelief With Innovative Suspension

The 2013 Mazda Skyactiv CX-5 is the only model in the Skyactiv line of Mazda’s that is equipped with the innovative Skyactv-Chassis. Combining new suspension geometry, electric power steering with a quicker steering ratio, greater component rigidity and 14% less weight, it is easy to see why the Skyactiv-Chassis is living up to the Skyactiv name by setting new standards and raising the technological bar. Along with the Skyactiv-Body, the main structure of the 2013 Mazda Skyactiv CX-5 is an overall safe, lightweight experience that will save you money at the pump.

For more about the Skyactiv line by Mazda, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, FL are conveniently able to assist Mazda owners from Kissimmee, Casselberry, Altamonte, Sanford, Winter Park, Davenport, and Greater Central Florida.