Automobile Magazine ranks the 2014 Mazda3 as king of the compacts

“Compact” is not another way of saying “cheap.” At least that is how things are nowadays seeing how every major manufacturer is throwing their hat into the compact ring.

Automobile Magazine recently pitted the top 8 selling compacts in the market against one another to see what stood out as the best over the course of a week.

Day-by-day contenders dropped from the race until the 2014 Mazda3 and 2014 Volkswagen Jetta remained standing.

Automobile Magazine declared the 2014 Mazda3 the champion due to its “Goldilocks” like feel. Not too sporty. Not too small. It’s just right.

Reviewers praised the Mazda3’s ability to channel BMW’s personality by being a luxuriously designed with a smooth sporty feel that makes a $20,000 compact feel like a $200,000 car.

On top of the BMW feel, reviewers noted the diminishing line in tech options that have clearly favored mid-sized sedans in the past are now becoming more common in compacts with the 2014 Mazda3 being the strongest example.

The impressive safety features including blind-spot monitoring, forward obstruction warning, and lane departure warning, to name a few, gives the 2014 Mazda3 more safety options than its competitors.

For more information about the 2014 Mazda3 including tech specs, pictures and videos, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. Home of the Mazda Experts.

Via: Automobile Magazine

First Impression: 2014 Mazda3 s Grand Touring on the road

The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey's Sport Mazda, a new Orlando Mazda dealer in Florida, just finished their test drive of the 2.5 liter SKYACTIV equipped 2014 Mazda3 s Grand Touring. Jay Mealey, general manager and partner, gives his first driving impression as we go along with him on his first test drive. With an overview of the comfort and convenience, performance, and technology, the video below highlights the bar of automotive innovation the Mazda has raised. For more information about the new 3, visit our convenient 2014 Mazda3 research page and for auto shoppers or Mazda enthusiasts in the Central Florida area wanting to test drive it for themselves, visit us on our website at SportMazdaOrlando.com.

First impression and of the 2014 Mazda3 i Touring Hatchback

For the past week the Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, an Orlando Mazda dealer in Florida, have been getting to know the 2014Mazda3 i Touring hatchback up close and on the road. This complete redesign of Mazda’s best-selling compact is easy on the eyes thanks to the KODO Soul of Motion concept styling and a fuel efficient, great performing vehicle thanks to the SKYACTIV technology. General Manager, Jay Mealey, gives his first impressions of the latest model in the video below including a little bit of Mazda insider knowledge.

For more information about the 2014 Mazda3, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com and schedule a test drive.

Up close with the 2014 Mazda3 Touring hatchback

Starting this week, the 2014 Mazda3 will begin to show up on dealership showroom floors across the country. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey's Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealer in Orlando, Florida, already had a chance to get up close with the base Touring version of the 2014 Mazda3 on Friday. It sees major re-imagining from the 2013 Mazda3 which sported a wide smile grille. Mazda Expert, Charles Powery, gives a basic walkaround of the newly redesigned compact sedan in the video below.

Take note that this is only the baseline version of the Touring hatchback that does not come equipped with the technology package which includes the heads up display that pops up behind the steering wheel from the dashboard and the brand new infotainment system. New car shoppers in Orlando can stop by the Don Mealey's Sport Mazda showroom to see the 2014 Mazda3 and get behind the wheel. For more information, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com.

2.5 liters make all the difference in the 2014 Mazda CX-5

When Mazda released the 2013 CX-5 last year, it rocked the industry with it's incredible chassis, stylish design and impressive fuel economy which redefined the crossovers. At Don Mealey's Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, it became one of the most popular cars for auto shoppers to test drive. In January, Mazda updated the popular crossover by making a few alterations including the upgrade from a 2-liter SKYACTIV gasoline engine to a 2.5-liter SKYACTIV engine.


Recently, Car and Driver had the opportunity to test out the 2.5 liter 2014 CX-5 AWD and compare their results with last year's 2.0 liter 2013 CX-5. Performance-wise, the extra half liter boosted the CX-5's horsepower by 35 resulting in a 1.6 second difference over the 2.0 liter engine's 0-to-60 time clocking in a 7.6 seconds. Car and Driver described the 2.5 liter 2014 CX-5 as “a bit of an instigator, cutting and running in traffic situations,” while the 2.0 liter “would best wait for a wider opening.”


For more information regarding the 2014 CX-5, read the Mazda Experts convenient CX-5 research page or visit SportMazdaOrlando.com and ask the Mazda Experts. If you're in the Central Florida area, schedule a test drive of the CX-5 with the Mazda Experts and experience for yourself what makes this a must-drive crossover.

Via:  Car and Driver

“Never feels flustered” AutoWeek’s take on the Mazda6

The 2014 model year for the full size sedan class has been stirred up by the latest offerings from automakers worldwide. At Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, auto enthusiasts have been stopping by at a record pace to get a glimpse and a chance behind the wheel of a top contender in the class, the 2014 Mazda6. AutoWeek has recently taken on the 2014 Mazda6 i Touring to see what the appeal behind Mazda’s latest overhaul brings to the full sized sedan class.

AutoWeek praised the chassis of the 2014 Mazda6 by testifying to the handling of corners and detail that Mazda engineers put into their design. “The Mazda6 rotates nicely through corners and never feels flustered,” according to AutoWeek. Those interested in learning more about the power, performance and comfort of the 2014 Mazda6 can visit the informational research page by the Mazda Experts at Sport Mazda in Orlando. For more information about scheduling a test drive or explore more about Mazda’s in general, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. The Mazda Experts are here to help!

Source: AutoWeek

Mazda MX-5 Miata: A road-tripping kind of roadster

The Mazda MX-5 Miata can largely be considered the world’s most popular roadster that has a legacy spanning over 30 years. The Mazda Experts at Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, Florida, love to see it when auto shoppers get that smile on their face that only a sporty roadster can deliver. Yahoo! Autos recently took the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata on a road-trip to the famous Natchez Trace Parkway that cuts through Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee for a test drive unlike any other.

Anyone that drives a Miata can tell you how easily you can grow attached to it after taking it for a cruise on twisty winding roads. According to Yahoo! Auto’s test driver, “you ditch the descriptive “it," and start using “she” or “her." It becomes less mechanical and more emotional.” If you are in the market for a sporty new car, the 2013 MX-5 Miata can spice up your driveway and make the neighbors jealous. For more information about the 2013 MX-5 Miata, check out our convenient research page on our website at SportMazdaOrlando.com. Schedule a test drive today with the Mazda Experts and they will contact you as soon as possible!

Source: Yahoo! Autos

“Personality” separates the 2014 Mazda6 from the rest

Car shoppers have never had better choices of midsize sedans as they do now. Safety, style, and performance standards are at an all-time high giving shoppers looking for their next new auto quite the extensive list to choose from. At Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealer in Orlando, the Mazda Experts have heard the desires first-hand that people in the market for midsize sedans are looking for. While safety, performance and style lead the top of the list, most drivers want something that screams personality. Edmunds.com recently had the opportunity to take the 2014 Mazda6 for a full test run and they could not have been clearer that this midsize sedan has a personality that separates it from the rest.

Their full test run of the 2014 Mazda6 paints a picture of athletic appeal with the fast action responsive six-speed automatic transmission that will leave car enthusiasts and shoppers wanting to try it themselves. While their test drive with the Mazda6 was the fully loaded Grand Touring trim, they explained that even the base model, which starts just under $22,000, still gets the same great performance and drivability that gives motorists an exhilarating driving experience. Check out the article for yourself or visit SportMazdaOrlando.com to read more about the 2014 Mazda6. If you are interested in trying out this sporty sedan yourself, schedule a test drive with one of our Mazda Experts and learn why the Mazda6 is earning the praise it has received.

Source: Edmunds.com

Newsday proves you don’t need the Grand Touring to have fun with the Mazda6

It takes the right car to bring back that youthful spirit of speeding down a hill on your bike, kicking your feet out as if you are flying down the road. At Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealer in Orlando, the Mazda Experts aim at making sure you can relive those days with every car you see until you find the perfect memory machine. Among these choices have been the ever increasingly popular 2014 Mazda6 which has reignited a flame in auto enthusiasts’ spirit without breaking the bank. 

Recently, Newsday took a base Sport model (starting price just over $21,000) 2014 Mazda6 that was equipped with the bare essentials for comfort, style, performance, and entertainment. While most reviewers will take the Grand Touring (starting price just over $30,000), the review gave an excellent inside scoop in how sacrificing the upgrades and technology packages does not take away from the performance.

Check out the Newsday review and read their take on the Sport model to see if that changes your mind on whether you need to have a Grand Touring or the more budget friendly Sport 2014 Mazda6. For more information about the differences between the three trims of the Mazda6, take a look at our convenient information research page provided by the Mazda Experts at SportMazdaOrlando.com. Review the different options available and sign up for a test-drive with one of our Mazda Experts. 

Source: Newsday

Does the 2014 Mazda6 match up against the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry?

The midsize sedan market is definitely filled with a wide range of choices to fit all lifestyles. At Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda, a new Mazda dealership in Orlando, auto shoppers have been flooding into our showroom to check out Mazda’s latest offering in the midsize sedan market, the 2014 Mazda6. The Mazda Experts at Sport Mazda know exactly what car shoppers are looking for when it comes to sedans, and the latest Mazda6 meets and exceeds these needs. Recently earning a Top Safety Pick Plus award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, it seems pretty obvious that the Mazda6 is a front runner when looking at safety, but where does it stack up against the rest in style, comfort, and performance?

MotorTrend recently compared the 2014 Mazda6 Grand Touring with the 2013 Honda Accord Sport and 2013 Toyota Camry SE to see which of these top contending vehicles had a clearer edge over the competition. As a top source of automotive news, MotorTrend ranked the 2014 Mazda6 as the best choice out of the three labeling it “graceful and athletic” which help describe the sporty vibe the latest offering by Mazda emits when on the road. For more information about the 2014 Mazda6, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. Schedule a test drive with a Mazda Expert today to see for yourself what makes this sporty sedan a must drive vehicle to put on your bucket list!

Source: MotorTrend

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

Does 2.5 liters make a difference with the 2014 Mazda CX-5?

Continuing the momentum that the 2013 debut of the CX-5 brought to Mazda’s line up, the 2014 keeps delivering an automotive experience that has drivers wondering what Mazda will think of next. As a new Mazda dealership in Central Florida, Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda understands what auto shoppers are looking for in a crossover and are proud to meet these expectations with the 2014 Mazda CX-5. Last year’s model carried over a 2.0 liter engine capable of delivering 155 horsepower across all available trims. This year, Mazda has introduced a brand new 2.5 liter engine, alongside with the 2014 Mazda6, to up the ante on horsepower by 19% allowing drivers to attack hills and accelerate faster with ease.

Safety is always on Mazda’s mind with every new iteration of their vehicles and this remains the same with the 2014 CX-5. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the 2013 CX-5 a Top Safety Pick thanks to the safety conscious efforts of Mazda’s engineers. The 2014 continues to improve upon safety by introducing a new Smart City Brake Support system allowing drivers on dense urban roads to avoid low speed collisions by applying the brakes if the driver does not. For more information about the 2014 Mazda CX-5 and how you can get the opportunity to test drive one, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com where the Mazda Experts are ready to help you with your automotive needs.

What makes the Mazda3 a must-drive vehicle for auto shoppers?

The Mazda3 has been one of the most important vehicles to hit the road in the past decade thanks to solid engineering and design that has revolutionized the way people think of cars. Undecided new car shoppers looking for the right compact sedan that visit Don Mealey’s Sport Mazda in Orlando, Florida are never disappointed with the performance and style of the Mazda3 when a Mazda Expert lets them take a spin behind the wheel. The Globe and Mail recently published an article explaining what exactly makes the Mazda3 such a special car that stands out from other cars in its class.

It’s no surprise that a major standout point from other similarly priced and classed vehicles was the suite of Skyactiv technologies that make the Mazda3 unique from the others. The chassis, engine and transmission does not give up performance for fuel economy and as mentioned in the article “it deliciously churns up power and delivers it to the front wheels in an unhurried way.” We can only expect great things for the Mazda3 in the future with the upcoming 2014 iteration expected to release this summer along with the new Skyactiv Diesel engine. Find out for yourself what makes the 2013 Mazda3 a contender for best compact on the road by scheduling a test drive with a Mazda Expert today at SportMazdaOrlando.com.

Via: The Globe and Mail

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!

Ford Escape vs Honda CR-V vs Mazda CX-5: An Automobile Mag Comparison

Automobile Mag earlier this year stacked up the 2013 Ford Escape, 2012 Honda CR-V and the 2013 Mazda CX-5 in a comparison of similarly classed vehicles. Out of the three vehicles, the 2013 Mazda CX-5 was the least expensive but that didn't stop Automobile Mag from gushing about it saying...

"somehow this porridge comes across as more substantial, more expensive, and more elegant. Or as Goldilocks might say, it's just right."

Read the entire article on AutomobileMag.com to find out what makes the 2013 Mazda CX-5 a standout vehicle. To test drive a 2013 Mazda CX-5 or learn more about Mazdas, visit SportMazdaOrlando.com. To speak to a Mazda Expert in person, please stop by Don Mealey's Sport Mazda in Orlando, FL today!