Zooming in a big way.
Victoria, British Columbia. Mazda is in a very enviable position. The last ten years have seen Canadian sales almost triple, from under 30,000 to over 80,000 units. In 2006, they were the third strongest Japanese manufacturer in sales, had the second best selling car in Canada, the Mazda3 and firmly held the 6th position overall for total sales.
These numbers should be of no surprise to anyone that takes a careful look at Mazda's dynamic line-up. For example, the ever-popular MX-5 had its best year in 2006 since 1992 with over 1,500 takers. Greg Young, Director of corporate and public relations for Mazda Canada, partially attributes this to the arrival of the Pontiac Solstice and the Saturn Sky and the renewed interest they generated for the segment. Mazda's latest addition, the CX-7, has sold extremely well in its first 6 months on the market with 3,300 deliveries.
Many will notice that both Mazda's crossover look very much alike. This was purposely done to identify both vehicles as being from the same Mazda family. Upon closer inspection, the CX-9 distinguishes itself with more chrome accents, the largest Mazda logo ever, smoother lines and, obviously, its larger size. Some of you may have noticed that the MPV is no longer offered. Mazda has consciously decided that the revised Japanese MPV would not suit our North American needs. The gap in the line-up left be the departure of the MPV is being filled by the Mazda5 and CX-9.
The CX-9 is Mazda's flagship vehicle in more ways than one. Not only is it the most expensive but it is the largest ever produced. Like the CX-7, the CX-9 is specifically designed for the North American market. With its 3rd row of seats, Mazda is aiming squarely at the likes of the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.
The three rows of seats are designed for maximum comfort. The second row 60/40 bench has multiple adjustments. Accessing the third row is done through a single handle located on the side of the middle seatback. The rear doors open a wide 72 degrees and the central row moves forward up to 7 inches to ease ingress and egress to the otherwise liveable 50/50 back bench.
Victoria, British Columbia. Mazda is in a very enviable position. The last ten years have seen Canadian sales almost triple, from under 30,000 to over 80,000 units. In 2006, they were the third strongest Japanese manufacturer in sales, had the second best selling car in Canada, the Mazda3 and firmly held the 6th position overall for total sales.
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| The CX-7 family resemblance is evident however the CX-9 is certainly larger. |
These numbers should be of no surprise to anyone that takes a careful look at Mazda's dynamic line-up. For example, the ever-popular MX-5 had its best year in 2006 since 1992 with over 1,500 takers. Greg Young, Director of corporate and public relations for Mazda Canada, partially attributes this to the arrival of the Pontiac Solstice and the Saturn Sky and the renewed interest they generated for the segment. Mazda's latest addition, the CX-7, has sold extremely well in its first 6 months on the market with 3,300 deliveries.
Many will notice that both Mazda's crossover look very much alike. This was purposely done to identify both vehicles as being from the same Mazda family. Upon closer inspection, the CX-9 distinguishes itself with more chrome accents, the largest Mazda logo ever, smoother lines and, obviously, its larger size. Some of you may have noticed that the MPV is no longer offered. Mazda has consciously decided that the revised Japanese MPV would not suit our North American needs. The gap in the line-up left be the departure of the MPV is being filled by the Mazda5 and CX-9.
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| The CX-9 is Mazda's most expensive vehicle ever produced. |
The CX-9 is Mazda's flagship vehicle in more ways than one. Not only is it the most expensive but it is the largest ever produced. Like the CX-7, the CX-9 is specifically designed for the North American market. With its 3rd row of seats, Mazda is aiming squarely at the likes of the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander.
The three rows of seats are designed for maximum comfort. The second row 60/40 bench has multiple adjustments. Accessing the third row is done through a single handle located on the side of the middle seatback. The rear doors open a wide 72 degrees and the central row moves forward up to 7 inches to ease ingress and egress to the otherwise liveable 50/50 back bench.