Mazda Reviews

Mazda3 2022 review: G25 Evolve sedan
By Tom White · 17 Feb 2022
If you can't find stock of a popular SUV or hatch, maybe you'll still be able to find a humble sedan. Is Mazda's attractive new 3 sedan variant worth your consideration?
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Mazda BT-50 2022 review: XS 1.9, plus SP
By David Morley · 11 Feb 2022
Despite being less than 18 months after Mazda unveiled its all-new BT-50 ute range, the brand has just moved to give the line-up a tweak with a new 1.9-litre base XS and top-spec SP 4x4 dual cab at either end of the price ladder.
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Mazda CX-8 2022 review: Touring SP FWD
By Byron Mathioudakis · 09 Feb 2022
The Mazda CX-8 has long lived in its CX-9 big-sister's vast shadow, but some smart additions have turned the Japanese seven-seater SUV's fortunes around. Case in point: the Touring SP. It combines low pricing, generous equipment, ample space and proven engineering with newfound sporty styling and keen driver appeal. The result is an appealing family car that ought to be on most buyers' shortlist.
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Mazda MX-30 Electric 2022 review: long-term
By Tom White · 18 Jan 2022
Mazda's MX-30 is a good looker, but is its limited range really inconvenient? We're living with one to find out.
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Mazda CX-5 2021 review: Akera turbo-petrol AWD long-term
By Tung Nguyen · 12 Jan 2022
Mazda's CX-5 was once the dominant SUV in the Australian market, but in 2021, it has been usurped by the Toyota RAV4. So, should you still consider the Mazda mid-size SUV if you're after a set of wheels for the family?
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4x4 Dual-Cab Ute Comparison: Isuzu D-Max vs Mazda BT-50
By Nedahl Stelio · 03 Oct 2021
Are you planning on buying a ute for your family? Maybe you’ve got double use for it, like you need it for work to transport things around and you’re wondering how good of a family car it can make. We’ve got two utes here, the Mazda BT-50 and the Isuzu D-Max, and I’m going to talk you through which is the best buy for a family.I've already tested both of these utes separately, and we’ve put them together here to give you a really good idea of how they compare, and what they're like to live with.The Mazda is the middle of the range BT-50 XTR which costs around 57 grand, before on-road costs. This Isuzu is the top of the range X-Terrain and costs just under $60 grand drive-away. So, similar pricing, but what do you get for your moolah? Let’s get into it. 
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Hyundai Palisade and Mazda CX-9 models - We review two of Australia's best large family SUVs
By Nedahl Stelio · 22 Aug 2021
A big family means lots of kids, lots of friends, and lots of activity. We've lined up two of the best three-row SUVs on the market to assess their relative merits, and hopefully make your next transport decision easier.
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Mazda MX-30 Electric 2022 review: EV test
By Tom White · 13 Aug 2021
Mazda is no stranger to motoring enigmas, but can the unique appeal of the electrified MX-30 help overcome its drawbacks?
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Mazda CX-5 2022 review: Maxx Sport 2.0
By Nedahl Stelio · 31 Jul 2021
With no recent update to design, the CX-5 is starting to lag behind competitors. Can it still get by on looks alone?
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Mazda CX-9 GT SP AWD vs Toyota Kluger GXL hybrid AWD - Which is the better 7-seat SUV?
By Laura Berry · 28 Jul 2021
The difference in looks between the Toyota Kluger GXL Hybrid and Mazda CX-9 GT SP is like chalk and cheese, day and night, Morrison and Keating... but which is better for your family in terms of practicality, safety, efficiency and daily driving?
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