Mazda earns a top Consumer Reports Brand recognition

With the attention to detail Mazda places in every model they make, it’s no surprise that auto consumers find something they enjoy about their driving experience. New Mazda dealerships, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando,Florida, always find a fit for new car customers looking for an auto that meets their needs. Recently, Consumer Reports ran their annual Brand Report Cards and placed Mazda in second place, tying with Subaru, for overall consumer satisfaction for their 2013 line up of vehicles.

Raters noted that models like the 2013 Mazda3 had the fuel economy they were looking for in a vehicle, especially in a time where gas prices rise and fall without notice. Models like the 2013 Mazda5 and CX-9 offered driver’s the practicality and accommodation needed for families while remaining a great handling vehicle. If you are looking for a sporty, practical and economical vehicle, the Mazda Experts at Sport Mazda invite you to come test drive a Mazda for yourself. Visit SportMazdaOrlando.com to take a look at our new Mazda inventory and find out how the Mazda Experts can help find the perfect vehicle for you!

Via: AutoBlog.com

Mazda wins the Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost To Own Award

Chalk up another win for Mazda as they have been named Kelley Blue Book’s 5-Year Cost To Own Award winner for a non-luxury brand. As a new Mazda dealership, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida commonly hears from customers that sticker price is always a concern when purchasing a new vehicle, but long-term costs in fuel, maintenance and insurance greatly determine whether a car is really affordable. Kelley Blue Book examined the full line up of 2013 vehicles released over the past year across all brands and has officially recognized Mazda as the greatest in long-term vehicle value. Thanks to a low depreciating value, fuel costs, and costs for maintenance and repairs, KBB recognized that models such as the 2013 Mazda3 and CX-5 greatly increased Mazda’s rank to the top of the list compared to last year.

Not only did Mazda win for overall brand, but the 2013 Mazda5 won for the lowest 5-year cost in the minivan/van category. Mazda’s commitment to making affordable, efficient and fun to drive vehicles paints a picture of the future ahead full of more awards to solidify the Mazda brand a must-own. For more information about Mazda vehicles including the 2013 Mazda5, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com to learn how the Mazda Experts can help save you money in the long run on your next vehicle purchase.

Via: Kelley Blue Book

Mazda5 Named Among the “Best Family Cars of 2012” By Edmunds

Voted among the top 15 best family vehicles of 2012 by Edmunds, the Mazda5 represents the value, safety, and family accommodations. Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida is a new Mazda dealership in Central Florida that understands the sacred nature of the family budget. When in a position to make a smart budgeted choice for a new auto for your family, Sport Mazda recommends the 2012 Mazda5 due to its family friendly features. Edmunds.com weighed these features, safety, performance, interior and exterior styling, reliability, and price to compile their list of 15 top family cars of the year.

Listed in the Crossover/Compact Minivan category, the Mazda5 is the only Mazda to grace the list this year. The affordable, starting at just over $19,500, Mazda5 can fit 6 passengers comfortably in 3 rows of seats. Getting your family to and from where it needs to go is extremely important and Jim O’Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations says “safety and reliability are top concerns for all car buyers, as passengers are by far the most previous ‘cargo’ that any vehicle will ever carry.” To learn more about the 2012 Mazda5 and how you can schedule a test drive, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com today! The Mazda Experts at Sport Mazda are knowledgeable resources of everything Mazda and can help answer your questions or concerns by contacting them online.