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Mazda

2021 Mazda CX-3 vs CX…?

31 December 2021 by Hanjo Stier

Mazda is in big trouble. This is merely an assumption on my part because I used to think that the left-field Japanese brand was simply dancing to its own tune. But after testing their small(est) CX crossover, I got the feeling that they are in a spot of bother…

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Categories Comparisons Tags 2021, against, Comparison, crossover, CX-3, CX-30, CX-5, CX3, CX30, CX5, Mazda, New, specs, versus, vs 1 Comment

Vergelyking: Mazda CX-30 vs Mazda CX-5

4 October 2021 by Franco Theron

Mazda het oor die afgelope paar jaar al meer van ‘n goeie indruk begin lewer. Dit gebeur bitter selde dat ons by NamWheels fout vind met ‘n Mazda model, bloot omdat dit goeie waarde vir geld bied.

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Categories Comparisons, Padtoetse Tags CX-3, CX-30, CX-5, CX3, CX30, CX5, Mazda, SNV, SUV Leave a comment

Launched: 2021 Mazda BT-50

3 September 2021 by Hanjo Stier

The Mazda BT-50 was never an obvious choice for bakkie buyers, mostly because the Japanese brand went for bizarre designs to distinguish their product. So, did they learn their lesson with this all-new 2021 model?

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Categories Launch Reports Tags Bakkie, BT 50, BT-50, BT50, double cab, Mazda Leave a comment

Tested: 2021 Mazda CX-30

17 June 2021 by Hanjo Stier

Do you remember that kid in school who happily played by themselves? Maybe later you met a friend or colleague who confidently danced to their own tune? Well, in my humble opinion, that’s what Mazda is doing.



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Categories ENG: Reviews Tags 2.0, 2021, 2L, Active, CX 30, CX-30, CX30, Mazda Leave a comment

Sprint Review: Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition

14 May 2021 by Hanjo Stier

Special Editions. In the world of Japanese pick-ups and that British island in the North Atlantic, a special edition has become its very own antithesis. They’re so common that you’ll be hard pressed to find a standard model… so why did Mazda decide to plaster the word “Carbon” over this CX-5?

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Categories Sprint Reviews Tags Black, Carbon, CX-5, CX5, Edition, Grey, Mazda, special 1 Comment

Sprint Review: Mazda CX-3 2.0 (Automatic)

14 September 2020 by Hanjo Stier

New car with an out-dated drivetrain or reliability in a modern suit? We find out:

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Categories Sprint Reviews Tags crossover, CX-3, CX3, Mazda Leave a comment

Tested: 2019 Mazda3 hatchback 2.0 Astina (Automatic)

28 July 202027 December 2019 by Hanjo Stier

The premium pity

Stuff you wouldn’t find in the sales brochure. That’s what I like to base most of my reviews on because – let’s face it – you probably know all about this car’s airbag count and active driver aids.

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Categories ENG: Reviews Tags 5-door, Astina, hatchback, Mazda, Mazda3 Leave a comment

Sprint Review: Mazda2 1.5 Individual Plus (Auto)

5 November 2019 by Hanjo Stier

While everyone is rushing to market with their twin-scroll compact SUV’s, Mazda appears to be fast asleep. Or are they?

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Categories Sprint Reviews Tags Fiesta, Mazda, Mazda2, Micra, Mini, Polo, Yaris Leave a comment

Sprint Review: Mazda MX-5 2.0 RF Auto

11 October 2019 by Claire Maasch

We simply can’t stop her! Our lady journalist grabs one key after the other and is eager to tell you about her experiences behind the wheel. This time it’s the turn of a sparkly white convertible Mazda.

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Categories Sprint Reviews Tags Coupe, Mazda, Miata, MX-5, MX5, RF Leave a comment

First Drive: 2019 Mazda3

18 July 2019 by Hanjo Stier

Mazda Southern Africa recently invited us to sample their newest and most important vehicle for 2019 – the seventh generation Mazda3. NamWheels brings you all the details of this oven-fresh Japanese hatchback and sedan combo.

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Categories Launch Reports Tags Astina, Bose, KODO, Mazda, Mazda-Care, Mazda3 1 Comment
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