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[@theKing-bw3re]

Mazda are very good looking cars

[@android263]

I really love this channel. But how do you ask Scotty a question? Would like to know what he thinks about honda 1.6 i-dtec engines? Would like to buy a civic with that engine.

[@farzamniabaty4798]

Lovely video scotty. But do you know what is the reliability of the third generation mx5?

Back in the day I admired your no bullcrap attitude in your videos towards certain brands, but lately I am beginning to think you just read whatever someone writes for you. I had Mazda 6 for 5 years now, all ok until last year oil chain snapped out of the blue. I do my own oil changes and all, i serviced many cars throughout the years and I always believed if you take care of your car engines will last. But these Skyactiv-d engines from Mazda are really nightmares to own like you would say. After my oil chain incident I of course did little googling I see they are plagued with issues like bad cams, oil dilutions due to miserable DPF regeneration programs, oil chain snaps are not that uncommon and happen without any warnings, and fuel consumption in reality is somewhere around 7l/100km and not 4,3l/100km (33mpg and not 54mpg). It is beautiful car doe it misses some fine tuning that you get from more mainstream brands, but these diesel engines are just plain junk and Mazda is shooting itself in the foot with them keep selling them without major reengineering. I will probably not buy not just Mazda, but any other alternative to mainstream brands due to these catastrophic design issues, at least with big brands you know what to expect and mechanics know how to fix it before it happens and usually for better price because there are so many instances.

[@aldobiglari4575]

Hi Scotty I love Mazda SUV CX5. But majority of the SUVs do not have enough passenger leg room at the second row - Specially when the driver is tall!! The proper leg room comes in BMW X5 or Toyota Kluger as examples.

[@Sabundy]

Mazda is easily the most underrated car company in the world right now imho.

[@captainLoknar]

dude they're everywhere and cost 12,000$ more than they're worth.

[@lastaccountbannedfortalkin1449]

@@captainLoknar umm they are reliable as it gets so how are they not worth it?

[@hbtm2951]

Always has been. I blame their marketing.

[@McGovern1981]

@@captainLoknar 12k more??? I'm not seeing that.

[@socialjusticewarrior9601]

@@captainLoknar Got a link? No? Then shush. Sounds like you don't know the value differences between new and used.

[@teutonalex]

I bought my 91 miata in 1999 and after a thorough restomod restoration it’s still my daily driver at 250,000 miles.

[@2004cyrus]

Wow a restomod, I’ve heard it all!

[@maisysworld5855]

legend

[@10usausa]

I was a signature away from buying a RAV4, but I’ve told myself let me test the CX -5 then I end up buying it within one road test, I’m glad for that 🙂

[@chicoandthem4n]

I can't decide between Acura RDX, Toyota Highlander, Toyota 4runner, or cx5. What should I pick? Maybe I wait for cx5 redesign?

[@fangyideng3131]

@@chicoandthem4n Really depends on your budget and priorities, your options are not as comparable as you think

[@10usausa]

My best advice to you is to try to rent any vehicle that you would like to buy for a day and see what you think, because a dealership give you a limited time and distance to try out any vehicle, it’s all up to you brother what do you want, your budget, also family needs.

[@xxxpensive1415]

The CX5 sounds and drives like a V6 , much better suv than a rav4 , i just hope they put more horsepower in the 2.5.

[@almondnine]

@@chicoandthem4n 4runner man, no brainer if within budget

[@eamonnmcdermott1939]

Mazda has become a truly outstanding car company since parting with Ford. Seriously, what Mazda is doing now makes Mazda my undisputable number 1 Japanese carmaker, from a very proud Mazda 6 owner. I'm extremely excited for the future of this company!

[@nigelkimberley3974]

I too am a Mazda 6 owner as of April this year. I looked at their history and loved what I saw, including the split from Ford. All their cars are good looking and the standard of finish in my 6 is most impressive. Fyi, I chose the 6 over the Jag XF range with no regrets. I too will be watching the company's future.

[@chente-ov2rn]

Same mazda6 owner and loving it no issues at all . Very fun to drive and always looking sharp and great gas mileage.

[@Evelynh1821]

I’m on my 3rd Mazda 6 and my wife is on her 3rd cx5. We want to more to an EV in 3 years but it will be so hard to leave thus company.

[@BaBaDoo0]

Mazda is not whit Ford they split because Ford sucks Mazda is working whit Toyota now 😉

[@bambam511]

Loving my '20 Mazda 6. Hands down best car I've ever owned. Wife loves her '18 Mazda 3 hatchback.

[@PanditaP]

As a Mazda Technician, this makes me happy. They're great cars now.

[@imchink]

Are the ones made in Mexico Salamanca Plant as good as the ones made in Japan? Because I am having some trust issues about Mazdas that are assembled in Mexico since I just got one.

[@MicroDemi]

Question for you, I went to a mazda dealership to look at my BSM system that didn't get fixed when I had to take it in after a low speed rear end. The dealership quoted me at 2grand which I find quite high. Is that a fair rate? Mazda 3 2014 automatic

[@caleblino8576]

@@MicroDemisucks about those modules, since they sit behind the rear bumper,on both corners, one small bump and it’s done for. not sure how much fee’s go for. but i remember replacing the damaged modules and performing a “relearn”

[@jamesm5192]

Which used years are the best?

[@koukimonzta]

Thank God Mazda severed their way from Ford

[@jerryandnancywertzbaugher7778]

The first generation CX9 was a joint venture with Ford and vertually identicle to the Ford Edge. Except the CX9 had more room (stretched about 6 inches to allow third-row seating), less weight (through the use of high strength steel), better handling (with a sporty suspention tune) and a more reliable (assembled in Hiroshima) V6 3.7L engine. Suposedly identicle twins, but the CX9 is tons better. Dont believe me; chech out the relative depreciation of the 2012 CX9 and Ford Edge on Kelly's Blue Book.

[@ridwanmahmood9711]

@Sblackfll I think he means virtually identical aside from the differences he mentioned before still... i dont know if that is considered virtually identical anymore

[@4-TE]

While I'm glad too, I can't help but thank Ford for their work. Ford basically nursed them back to health after Hiroshima

[@EjinRenos]

While I can agree, Ford greatly helped them. In fact many of the motors in Mazda cars from 2006 to 2011 are all Ford engines, and during this time Mazda managed to become a more reliable brand than even Honda.

[@BeKindToBirds]

Their full size luxury sedan is incredible. A friend of mine bought one and I was absolutely floored by how incredibly nice it was while looking totally normal (but attractive) on the inside.

[@MtryCapt]

I bought a ‘21 CX-5. This vehicle is so much fun to drive. Great gas mileage. I’m glad I got it when I did.

[@adriannalundasan7570]

I’m always excited about Mazda’s hints and news releases. 😆

[@aaronlopez3585]

RX-7 is still my favorite sports car I've ever owned. Twenty five years later I still miss it.

[@oralejesse6735]

Hope u sold for a really good reason

[@aaronlopez3585]

@@oralejesse6735 Newborn baby girl and got a 1995 Chevy Caprice Station Wagon. And you know what it doesn't hurt at all.......😢😥😩 Que dolor!!

[@labornurse]

@@aaronlopez3585 you can buy another, how much for an good-enough example?

[@aaronlopez3585]

@@labornurse Out here in the LA area good to great condition From $26,6 to $35,5.

[@labornurse]

@@aaronlopez3585 maybe one day 😊

[@CT-lp5gf]

These kinds of videos are not only full of awesome info and educational, they are really interesting to watch! Love it!

[@matthewroberts3736]

I am on my second CX-9, and loving every minute of it! I got almost 300k miles on the first one. The second one had 80k miles on it when I bought it, and is currently going strong at 122k. Loving everything about them!

[@rx794]

I have a 2018 CX-5, absolutely love it. I’m considering a CX-9. Are there any major maintenance costs I need to know about? Since you drove yours for 300k, I’m really curious about long term maintenance costs. Thank you!

[@matthewroberts3736]

@@rx794 The only major repair I've had to do so far is have an injector replaced. Other than that, routine maintenance has been the thing!

[@muchatacheppu9481]

@@matthewroberts3736 how much that costed you....is there any rust issue with your mazda

[@matthewroberts3736]

@@muchatacheppu9481 No rust issues thus far

[@e-videomattos9009]

I just got the 2022 CX-9 Carbon Edition. I am blown away.

[@ctsfiddler]

Back around year 2000 i've always owned Toyotas. I went on vacation and rented a Mazda Protege. That changed my driving life. All these years i was driving around in a boring car. I now experience a driver's car. When i got back from vacation I bought a Protege that week. Kept it for 11 years. Sold on Mazda''s. Owned a 3 in later years.

[@bikecommuter24]

I owned a 1991, drove it for many years, I used to commute 120 miles a day for about 18 months it ran great, I had the five speed manual and it was a lot fun in the mountains I lived in Sacramento at time and the Sierra Nevada mountains were just a short drive away.

[@gx4548]

You may change your mind back when trying the new Yaris GR. Toyota is tuning their chassis more driver-oriented recently as well.

[@magicjnkie216]

@@gx4548 Nope...im sold on the company that has always put the driver first....not just getting around to it with a 3 cylinder turbo one off model...the regular Yaris is a yawner...

[@mrRufffnTumble]

@@magicjnkie216 I worked on and drove a few yaris's and they were the chinsiest little toy car's I've ever seen, the control arms and suspension components looked like they came off an RC car. Plastics were awful on the inside and had the strangest gauge cluster I've seen (aside from the mini cooper). Anyways, the plus side was thst it was very lightweight and was one of the easiest cars to work on but only because there was nothing to it. Can't understand why anyone would want one though, nothing about it was appealing. It was an older model aswell so maybe they're better now.

[@mongolhorde]

@@mrRufffnTumble Lol the non GR Yarises are rebadged Mazda2s

[@honorahs.3262]

We are on our third Mazda. My husband became a big Mazda fan after researching them and found they are one of the few vehicles made in Japan which reflects on its superior quality. We started with a Mazda 2010 CX7 and then a 2014 CX5 and now own a 2017 CX5. We intend to keep the CX5 for a few more years. Awesome vehicle...we have the soul red, beautiful! We get a lot of compliments on the car and color. (We did have it repainted but it was still under warranty and the dealer did it at no charge and gave us a rental for two weeks.) Oh and Mazda Canada has a great warranty...5 yr unlimited mileage!

[@thomasherrera6587]

I've owned two Mazda Cx-5's, a 2013 and a 2017. Both were great cars with many trouble free miles. I needed a mid-size truck however and traded the last one in on a Toyota Tacoma. I do miss the road hugging quality of the Mazda's.

[@pjw1016]

Wish Mazda would start selling their pickup in the US.

[@byronlp]

A shame Mazda don’t sell the BT-50 in the US

[@DzuhLRenu]

@@byronlp Well it isn't really a "Mazda" the Isuzu doesn't pass U.S. regulations or maybe they just don't try to sell it here not too sure. Great looking truck though!

[@joeylinares2853]

Absolutely love the Mazda3. Zoom Zoom my fellow Zoom Zoomers!

[@blatnick81]

I had a choice between a 2016 Mazda 3. Or nothing when I went to go car shopping in June. No road test.. knew nothing about the car.. fast-forward to october, 7000 some odd miles later and I have just a handful of complaints mostly on small things. I can truthfully say that Mazda has won me over

[@joeylinares2853]

@@blatnick81 that's great! What small things did you not like? I had mine cleaned recently and it looks like the guy may have sprayed my dash display and left some annoying small soapy water marks on the inside. From now on, I just clean the car myself. I also upgraded to JBL speakers to get a nicer fuller sound. Totally worth it.

[@blatnick81]

@@joeylinares2853 most of my gripes are around design.. when I have a back window down.. I have to crack the one in front so it doesn't sound like a helicopter is trying to land on me. And I at times feel every bump in the road... But over all I love my Mazda3 and am looking forward to owning another Mazda in the future

[@joeylinares2853]

@@blatnick81 @A.J Blatnick believe it or not it's actually a good thing. Modern cars and trucks are more subject to air thump because they’re so aerodynamically efficient and well sealed against wind intrusion. Side mirrors usually affect the rear windows but opening both windows should take that away. As far as the bumps, I would recommend looking into different kinds of tires. Not sure if you're familiar with the Michelin Premier A/S grand touring all-season tire. These tend to be quieter than most.

[@blatnick81]

@@joeylinares2853 I am not sure what tires I have I have to check to make sure they are all season before it snows here.. lol but over all I give my Mazda a solid 9 out of 10.

[@gregoryhumphrey2831]

I had an '88 Mazda MX-6 GT Turbo. Loved the car. In the years that I owned it, the only problem I had with it was a broken stud on the exhaust manifold. After the stud was broken, when you started the engine, it would whine until it warmed up and would staop. The dealer said it was the turbo. I purchased a new turbo and was going to install it myself. I removed the turbo and then noticed the broken stud on the lower part of the manifold. I had to remove the whole manifold to get the broken stud out. I went and purchased new studs and gaskets for manifold and turbo. All was good. Returned new turbo (still in unopened box). All was good. The dealer would have taken me to the cleaners. Zoom, zoom zoom.

[@windronner1]

I’ve had both a mx5 I sold w 200k and the skyactive 3. Both incredibly reliable well made machines.

[@windronner1]

@TheTpanative that sucks. Was it stick or auto? All my Mazda are stick with very ‘precise linkage. And do a fully synthetic change every 60k.

[@nf8740]

What do you drive rn?

[@theschiznit8777]

Love that Mazda quality.

[@yeetyeet1783]

Mazda is my favorite and this video really shows why. :)

[@jayespi37]

I own 4 mazdas for that reason 😊

[@morishogo144]

Have new mazda and every time i drive it it gives me so much pleasure to drive it, even look at it and it really put a smile on my face 🙂

[@oswaldoflores9206]

I drive a 2016 Mazda 3, the interior is so nice, the exterior looks like the thing it's alive, no wonder mazda's slogan is feel alive. Mazda is one of the greatest car manufacturers in the world that heavily designs and focuses on high quality vehicles while maintaining such an inspiration in their cars. zoom zoom

[@charlesa1234]

Is it the sedan? Which color did you opt?

[@salshq9726]

Now their bringing A Luxury line within Mazda (I think) the long body RWD inline 6 idea they have is savage! 2 & 4 door coupes 💪🏼

[@xboxndew]

My poor 2016 Mazda 3 isport is now totalled. Those side curtain airbags are no joke. I think the small amount of time I spent in the hospital can only be attributed to Mazda's safety features. I'm giving Toyota a try for the sake of longevity but I feel homesick. I just bought a Corolla today and my fingers are crossed.

[@gmsammyguitar]

I never clicked on a video so quickly! I love Mazda! I used to own a protege! Mazda has always done something different and unique. Thank you Scotty for making this video!

[@2004cyrus]

Same here! I’m on my 5th one! Great cars

[@pughconsulting]

My father still rambles about his old RX2 and how he wishes he still had it.

[@MattKirk007]

I had a Mazdaspeed 3 as the first car I ever bought. It was a great fun car. I got it from a guy who used to use it as an everyday driver and race car. Being driven hard was what it was meant to do and it pushed about 18-21 pounds of boost. It was a great car and fun as hell. I miss it all the time. Finally blew the head gasket after over 140,000 miles. Fixed it and sold it and got a 2009 Ford Escape with 49,000 miles on it for the exact amount I sold it for and I love the escape for what I use it for.

[@jakewellman2755]

After a costly relationship with large Buick SUV, my wife came home with a 2017 Mazda6. I was skeptical but...it's her car. Four and half years and 85000 miles later, I am impressed. Sporty, efficient, and dead-nuts reliable. Just as tight today as the day it came home. She loves this car! We took it to the Great Smoky Mountains and had a blast. As much fun on Tail of the Dragon as my Mustang. My only wish would be to have the turbo version. The car is excellent, but the extra power would put it over the top!

[@victor-fowler]

The new one's being built on the same assembly line as Toyota will be interesting to see if both cars adopt the best aspects of each other

[@katherynscleaning5807]

Scotty when you narrate something like this video you are a pro. These are some of my most liked videos you do, you are a pro and I know it is fun to joke around. So keep it up but I will always share these videos more in the long run. Great job.

[@janjohnny4945]

Nope, better Scotty's videos are those where he shouts and waives his hands. 😀

[@mdnowshad]

Just love my 2021 Mazda 3. Great fuel economy and great handling. Elegant interior design.

[@steventidwell3302]

Proud owner of a 2015 mazda 6 with 200k miles on it. Still drives like a dream and all the electrical has held up. The only non maintenance suprises was a high pressure fuel pump failing and the hydraulic belt tensioner leaking. Besides that it has been smooth sailing.

[@anonimo9500]

Hi Scotty!! I bought a Mazda Cx-5 brand new back in 2015 as a 2016 model and have been enjoying that car since day 1! I normally change my vehicles every 6 to 10 years depending on how it goes with maintenance, and so far I haven't had any issues with my Mazda, I love it! It's excellent with fuel efficiency and has a nice throttle response! I'm already in the 6 years mark but my car is still strong, great maintenance prices and excellent fuel efficiency. I definitely recommend the CX-5 and I've already convinced other friends and family in purchasing it due to excellent price for car ratio! It's amazing all the cool features and quirks this car has for the price, specially compared to other Japanese cars that are more expensive. My Mazda already has 98 k miles almost reaching 100 k.

[@wurdofwizdumb1928]

I don’t have a lot of money. I bought a Mazda cx-3 that has that nice red interior feature. I can’t believe I have an AWD, good gas mileage, fun, sporty looking luxury car for such little money. It’s one of the best valued things I ever purchased in my life, I know it’s not a super car or hot rod but I’m so proud of my Mazda and it feels absolutely incredible

[@grantbean2631]

My wife's 2004 Tribute (Escape's better-built cousin) is still going strong - almost no issues. The clock screen quit working.

[@dannyv2230]

The RX-8 is still one of the nicest looking cars ever designed it’s a shame the engine couldn’t be more reliable for such a beautiful car

[@chestrockwell8328]

That's why I got rid of the R and now it's just an X8, which uses a 400hp v8. R=Rotary, X=experimental, 8= number series of RX cars produced.

[@lastaccountbannedfortalkin1449]

@@chestrockwell8328 X8 are more unreliable than any Mazda car mate. Rx8 only issue was oil lines and the renesis, was £1000 to rebuilt the lot yourself. They get the odd power steering issue but it's usually the connectors under the overflow. The X8 is just unreliable full stop, everything breaks on them.

[@scottcolumbo4379]

Loved my RX8 handling, but the rotary had to be wound up to get it going leaving me in the dust against civics lol. The constant ignition coil issues was a drag. Still a fun car just too quirky with its mechanics.

[@ronshauling2000]

80's model RX 7 was badass. Almost ahead of the times.

[@jeffrobertson6019]

My dad had one.

[@zinc9166]

Bought a CX-5 a few months ago after my KIA crapped out on me at 102,000 miles. (right past the warranty) my first car was a Protegé and lasted 200,000+ miles.

[@Scuba_steve0487]

bought an 2021 Mazda3 sedan Turbo PP a few months back and I'm loving it so far. not really much to complain about it. regular automatic transmission, AWD, turbo engine, & all the safety features it provides can't get any better than that IMO.

[@vsrap71]

Same here, the car really loves to get up and go 🏎 💨 🔥 easily the best in its class as far as quality and driving dynamics

[@Scuba_steve0487]

@@vsrap71 u bought the same trim and everything??? Wat color u get???

[@vsrap71]

@@Scuba_steve0487 yeah! I got the machine metallic grey with white interior although I wish they had blue available

[@Scuba_steve0487]

@@vsrap71 yea i really wanted the black on white but they sold it a day before I went to the dealership and they only had a white on black. Can’t complain tho I’m liking the white on black more and more as the days go by lol

[@coloradoboo1071]

My only experience with a Mazda was last year when my daughter's Odyssey got t-boned and needed replacing. She loved the Roque but research showed their transmissions are garbage and used vans (like the Sienna) are very expensive, even used. Ended up finding a very nice 2016 Mazda CX-5 with only 50K miles and she's very nice!

[@rhythm7426]

😂😂😂

[@lackofmemes240]

😂😂😂

[@ridwanmahmood9711]

😂😂😂

[@owllamas2880]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@OrangeUp]

😂🤣😂😅

[@tonysaluta9142]

I love Mazda 👌 When I was looking for my first new car back in 2015, I came across the Mazda 2016 6 and loved as soon as I test drove it. 170k km and 6 years later I still love it. Looking forward to seeing what’s next for Mazda. I’m planning on getting a CX-9 soon

[@abdirisaqabdi4040]

I bought 2020 CX-9 July 2020 for my wife, She love it

[@Jonabaldi]

I enjoy watching this series related by Scotty! I own three different Mazda vehicles. 2003 Mazda Protege, 2007 Mazda 3 and 2017 Mazda CX-9.

[@weberaudio]

Unfortunately, I can not say the same for Mazda reliability. Based on all the information that I could find at the time, the 2015 Mazda CX-5 seems like a winner in the area of performance, style and dependability, so I purchased one. Outside of a stiff ride, blind spots, and the uncomfortable seats, I was good with the car (until I hit the 74k mark). For those who don’t know, there is a service bulletin on 2014-2016 CX-5 regarding defective transaxle units. In a certain serial number range (most of them) the casing of the trans was improperly machined which leaves a critical bearing misaligned. This misalignment causes the bearing to prematurely wear and fail in approximately 70-90k miles. Mine was one of those affected by this issue. Luckily, I still had 3 months left to the power train warranty otherwise I would be paying for the manufacturers incompetence (approx $5k). I am still waiting on the back ordered new unit, but will probably sell it the vehicle the moment the repair is complete. Not impressed!

[@Etruscan70]

Bought my wife a cx5, I test drive many other offerings , but nothing handled like the Mazda. The acceleration they can get out of a NA 2.5L engine is astounding to say the least. It’s a great vehicle.

[@charlesg7937]

Original RX-7. Great fun, affordable, perfect body style, silkey smooth rotary, has my vote. Had 2 and loved them.

[@edwardshupe7420]

2015 Mazda3 owner. Bought it new and I currently have had 194,500 trouble free miles!! 🤘 Excellent purchase

[@soulcollector6664]

You go Scotty, that was very informative... The world definitely needs more Scotty's

[@anitahamlin2411]

I had a Protege and loved it until I totaled it! I always enjoy keeping an eye on their cars. Someday I may need another.

[@noway57]

Hey how are you?😘

[@garyreed2206]

I've had a 626 and now a CX-5. Looking forward to the new, Rear Wheel Drive, CX-5.

[@byronhk4197]

The first car I got to work on was a 1976 Mazda 808 Miser. This was the first piston engine in a RX-4 body. The regular 808 was a 1600 cc engine and the Miser was 1300 cc. The first thing to go was the water pump. No previous experience. Remove belts. Remove long bolts that run thru the fan and spacer. Remove fan, spacer and bolts. Remove water pump, assemble everything back in reverse order. I'm glad my 1st DIY was so easy

[@patrickwalker6698]

I'm proud to work for Mazda Toyota Manufacturing in Huntsville, Alabama

[@philliptoone]

I'm shocked that Scottie would say anything positive about the RX8. It is extremely unreliable because of the rotary engine.

[@EjinRenos]

The rotory is actually just as reliable as Chevy's most common engine, the LS. The problem with rotory engines that people don't understand is it is an enthusiast engine and requires more frequent tear downs than most automotive engines do. It is supposed to follow a schedule like that of a supersport motorcycle. Around 26k to 40k miles a thorough inspecting internally and replacement of worn parts must be done.

[@jameskuntz9053]

Had an RX3 back in the day. Great little car. Smooth engine and would take off even at highway speed.

[@Leana4R]

I have been looking to buy an AWD SUV for the Michigan winters and camping. Test drove the Forester, RAV4 and the Huyndai Santa Fe. The CX-5 was the last on my list and I am glad I had waited. Immediately fell in love with how the vehicle handled on the road and how solid the interior was. No other SUVs compared. Purchased the 2016 CX-5 immediately and never looked back. This SUV is truly an amazing vehicle. With over 80,000 miles I have never had an issue, just regular car maintenance. I love this car and hoping to keep it for many years to come!

[@papatorr3669]

Bless you Scotty for including the RX8. I own several cars that I don't want to part with (though thinning the heard is inevitable). Some include: MX5, Z3, Boxster, E46 in convertible and sedan. But the one I feel like "rider and horse as one" is my RX8. I so wish they had held on and kept perfecting the RX8 the way Porsche has the 911, although they blew it with the 944!

[@Sabundy]

Mazda can definitely transform itself into an upmarket premium brand with the great cars and beautiful designs they are coming up with.

[@Sabundy]

@SnowBoarder&Skier that's my thinking

[@Machenziethemodel]

I’ve always wanted a CX-5 but now that have more information on the MX-30. I’m looking more into that.

[@KuldeepSingh-qs6sf]

Thank for for yet another quality content video. I own a Mazda MX-5 and now getting a CX5 as a family car (2022) cannot wait.

[@tomwatkins4730]

The 626 two-door hardtop (2.0L, 5-speed manual, 1982, IIRC.) I bought new was an impressive car. I drove it for four years before selling it. Total maintenance cost? $11.35, as I changed the oil & fluids myself. When after two y I decided to coat the engine with teflon, the average hiway mileage rose 10%, from 36 to 40 mpg (Tested NYC to Memphis & then Memphis to NYC.) Later, I bought a Ford Probe (ca 1988, 2.3L, three-valve; thinking that it had Mazda genes). It was of similar quality. What a pleasure to own & drive for nearly 200,000 miles. Thank you for your history & diagnostic lessons, Scotty.

[@brucekastel707]

We are very happy with the handling and safety features on our 2019 CX5. On a recent 50 mile drive from our house in Little Rock to Bath House row in Hot Springs - half on Interstate and half over a winding hilly road - we averaged 38 MPG.

[@pingpongballz5998]

Ha I've vacationed in Arkansas before. Pretty cool. I went to Hot Springs as well

[@aubiegirlrn]

My favorite has to be the 2021 MX-5 Miata RF grand touring. It has the body color retractable roof and also has all of the features. And such a thrilling sports car for less than 40,000 is amazing.

[@bondgabebond4907]

Unlike my 1969 Datsun 2000, the MX-5 has air conditioning, right?

[@aubiegirlrn]

@@bondgabebond4907 yes it does

[@Retired-jr3qs]

Last year I purchase a 2020 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve as my retirement gift. I've already taken a cross country road trip traveling 9,000 miles covering 14 states. I love my Mazda CX-5.

[@Catman195567]

I bought a 2013 Mazda 5 new and still drive it every day. I have 117,460 miles and have loved this car from the first test drive. It's my first Mazda and I have yet to find anything comparable since they stopped making this mini minivan. I may never buy another car, unless this MX30 with range extender is as easy to get in and out of.

[@johnmehaffey9953]

Mazda,s greatest achievement was getting alongside Toyota on certain enterprises

[@lastaccountbannedfortalkin1449]

100% NO. The greatest achievement was mastering rotary when nobody else could. That's a fact, not an opinion. They even say it themselves

[@thunderjenkins920]

I bought a CX 5 2013 used and it's so good on gas . It's really a great small SUV.

[@michaelparsons2290]

I really like how you presented this Scotty. Thank you sir!

[@dannycruz9046]

I have an Rx-8 and i love it. Bought it with 80k miles and the engine went out at around 100k. Slapped a new engine (Not rebuild) and so far its an amazing car. Its my first sports car. Yea its quirky and i have to be more attentive to maintenance but im excited to see how long it lasts with all the reliability mods and knowledge i now have to apply to a new engine. Sometimes i don’t want to get in a car, crank it up and go. Sitting in it while it warms up makes you appreciate the details and inner working of the unique design of its Engine. Smiles Per Gallon

[@JC-zj2is]

Everyone is always “changing the game”, everyone is always “doomed”

[@supahdupahplayahmacknumbah7791]

I know I love it

[@icost4671]

And let us not forget... *"BYE"*

[@animaljere]

i am thinking scotty did say that the rx series would not be a good purchase even less than 100k miles this video does not mention longevity, i dont know what the expeced mileage of a sports car might be i have a friend who drove an rx 7 into the ground and snow, with regular maintenance, it did not last over 100k miles, but it got close, that is purely anecdotal on only one experience! when one says 'good' it is helpful for me to know if the focus is on performance and/or longevity

[@bshingledecker]

I'm done here.

[@animaljere]

@@odanksta1108 what do you mean?

[@lspivey1207]

Older Mazdas are reliable too. My 05 3 has been great.

[@kkarllwt]

Did you replace most of the suspension and wheel bearings at 75 k miles?

[@chente-ov2rn]

Owner of a 2014 mazda6 with 129k miles and it still runs like new no issues at all. Only thing I had to change on it was the battery and brakes. Plus the maintenance of the oil changes 😊 loving this mazda6 especially the interior 😍 it so luxurious for its year built and the awesome gas mileage. The transmission smooth like butter when it shifts.

[@teslarocks7345]

I bought a 16 Mazda 3 two years ago with 13k on it and love the 41 to 42 mpg I get on 72 mile drive for work. Took my wife to test a 21 CX5 Touring preferred and drove off the lot in a 21 CX5 Carbon Edition Turbo. I'm not a fan of Turbo's but the wife wins. Just hope it's as reliable as the 3. Now I want a 21 M3 in a couple years.

[@raidersnation3832]

I have a Mazda 6i 2003 until this day still running strong 💪🏼 very economical car and easy to work on.

[@lee383C]

I got the same just 2005, only thing I don't like about the Mazda is the factory paint... Mazda paint jobs always tend to orange peel...

[@javigar133]

@@lee383C mine is peeled like crazy lol, I dont mind it

[@wussmode]

I have a 10 yr old Mazda3 Sport and a 5 yr old CX-5. Love these cars and never had issues with them. Fun to drive too. I love that Scotty has started to warm up to Mazda since he wasn't a fan in his earlier videos.

[@jayespi37]

Cuz TOYOTA has a marriage to mazda now, like ford did

[@danamcqueen6982]

I had a 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 that was outstanding once I got used to the torque steer in 2nd and 3rd gear. Definitely an eye opening experience.

[@TheRealMrRoyal]

I'm a 20+ year honda owner and this year upgraded to a 2010 mazdaspeed 3 and have loved every minute of. Look forward to getting into it every time!!

[@austinburley888]

Mazda has definitely made some great cars over the years. I’ve never owned one but I did consider the Mazda 3 4 years ago when I bought my Golf. I’d say the Mazda 3 is my favorite Mazda.

[@twobeagles1365]

2016 and up Mazda 3, CX-9, Cx-5, Miata MX-5, Our 2021 Miata getting 32 to 38 mpg in City !!

[@leomartinez8161]

Great video and great information as always Scotty.👍

[@jerryandnancywertzbaugher7778]

All time favorite is our 2006 generation III Miata MX5.😎 A lot of reviewers seem to agree that the Gen 3 was a high point. Highest horsepower to weight of any Miata. Also love our 2012 CX9. Much like a Toyota Highlander, but with less weight, more power, sharper handling and more room.🥳

[@aaronmason7153]

I owned a 2012 Mazda 3 that was super reliable. Now I own a CX-5 GT AWD, which is amazing in snowy weather, and super reliable as well👍👍👌 If you're in the market for buying a new vehicle, choose the mazda you like and don't look back. It will spoil you with reliability.....

[@benwest3223]

A rotary range extended hybrid would blow my mind. I’m almost religiously opposed to financing a car, but I might just make an exception for that.

[@pwells10]

Rotary engines death cracks. Google it. Hybrids aren't good either. You will be better off going full electric or full gas

[@vincedibona4687]

The rotary engine used for electrical energy generation won’t be used like a car engine. It will run at is most efficient speed constantly, and since it won’t be used continuously, it should last far longer than any of the cars they made powered exclusively by the rotary engine.

[@pwells10]

@@vincedibona4687I'll take the Tesla 4680 million mile batteries next year or two and leave my house with a 90% charge everyday.

[@matriximaster]

Why would you be against financing a car when interest rates are at record lows??? Paying cash these days is a poor financial decision.

[@HeavyRollin]

Bought my Mazda3 back in 2010. The only things that have been changed are the tires, one rim (horrible Midwest roads) , MAP and MAS sensors. Plus, it has had routine maintenance for oil changes. After 12+ years and 90+k miles, it's still kickin' asphalt.

[@mcgreen6882]

I had a 2004 RX-8 6-speed. Driven daily for 10 years to 110K miles. Smooth, high revving, nimble and always so fun to drive. City mileage sucked at 16-18 mpg. Helpful to have some rotary maintenance knowledge. Diagnostics at 105K found engine needed be replaced. I like the idea of the MX-30 with rotary range extender engine. The MX-30 rotary engine shouldn't ever have any major issues if you use the car as electric always first for 120 miles and the rotary engine as needed to extend. The 36-minute 80% charging is also fast. The previous small rotary's required lots of over priced premium fuel. Either way regular recharging of the MX-30 could save greatly at the pump.

[@427cidpower]

The Miata I my favorite, followed closely by the RX7.

[@raymondreiff8170]

It looks like it's going to take the Japanese again to produce practical tech for a Vehicle 😎👍.

[@kasken719]

Full circle...

[@lastaccountbannedfortalkin1449]

Yip, german stuff is annoying junk these days.

[@davidbutterfield5549]

I love that you made this, despite being a Honda/Toyota guy. My favorite Mazda is definitely the 3; my first car was an old Protege, my fifth was an 02 Protege ES, sixth was a 15 Mazda3 iSport, and I'm on my seventh now which is a 16 Mazda3 iGT. So much bang for the buck, including the beautiful styling inside and out, and all of these cars have handled like a dream.

[@bill7481]

My favorite Mazda was our 2005 Mazda 3 S hatchback. That car, at least in the U.S., arguably changed the compact car market to what it is today in terms of design, features, and performance. Ours, for example, had HID headlights, a sequential auto gear box, 17in alloy wheels, etc. I loved that car! After 13 years and over 213k miles on the odometer, we gifted it to a friend.

[@wondrouslandocrossiants5858]

Hi, will a honda crv hold up longer than the mazda cx-5? Also, which has a more reliable trabsmission, and which has better awd?

[@Adr1anR0d]

Honda- mazda is great too though! Go with whichever one you like more 😊

[@akgonen60]

okay so the crv it depends mosrt of hondas line up are CVT TRANSMISSION WICH MEANS (continouse variable transmission) .. in the most simple terms it means u have a GEARLESS transmission... it has a life expectancy of about 80,000 or 5 years .. all of hondas line up cars have this transmission except the CIVIC SI and the honda pilot and the accord sport every other model has cvt =garbage hondas transmission and engine will ware out way before ur warrantee is even over i had a brand new civic brand new 10 miles only in 5 years not only did the battery die but so did my transmission and it costs more then 2 grand to fix honda will give u financial burden and headaches...i let my garbage civic go and got a mazda 3 hatchback and love it mazda is the only dealer at this point that does not use CVT transmission THEY USE 6 SPEED old sckool trnasmission wich is fast and a skyactive engine for the best fuel economy and effiecency i had a mazda 20+ years and it still running so when it comes to sheer reliability and comfort you just cant go wrong with MAZDA

[@seanthompson8071]

Both are excellent, high quality vehicles!

[@Adr1anR0d]

@@akgonen60 yup! I have a 21 Mazda 3 & the 6-speed makes it so much more fun to drive than the CVT in my Civic

[@jeremiahlyleseditor437]

I've never owned a Mazda but the Miata looked best to me

[@kasken719]

It's a blast to drive. Something about it makes it "fun". Could be the roadster style with a smooth power curve or it could be the reliability and modern comforts. Overall, it's my favorite vehicle I've ever owned.

[@jeremiahlyleseditor437]

@@kasken719 I was amazed when Scotty mentioned that it outsold every other car in its class. It does not look like it would. Is there a souped up Porsche style engine in the car?

[@kasken719]

@@jeremiahlyleseditor437 The new MX-5s have 181hp vs 150 in the 2016-18 models. The CX-5 crossovers are the most popular (and reliable) vehicle on the road today.

[@waltergonzalez3820]

Very impressed. Thank you, Scotty!

[@johnbartolome6585]

I used to own a 2003.5 laserblue mazdaspeed protege. I loved that car so much. I also owned and converted a 97' protege to a JDM mazdaspeed version. Owned a 98 MPV es and a 93' mazda Familia jdm version with blazered color.

[@jeffreydevoti7000]

I think the 91 Escort was based on a Mazda. It would have been the perfect design if it had a chain driven cam. Had timing belt break for no reason.

[@crazeyjoe]

At least they weren't the interference type that destroys the pistons.

[@jeffreydevoti7000]

@@crazeyjoe My Mom bought a 1982 Escort new, changed timing belts on schedule and one still broke for no reason. It only bent one valve, cylinders & pistons were not damaged at all. Got head redone, gasket set and new belt & tensioner run like a sewing machine. The 91 blew a head gasket and broke belt, no valve damage but overhauled head, gasket set, head bolts, water pump and belt. I never want to see a belt driven cam again.

[@crazeyjoe]

@@jeffreydevoti7000 I agree. It seems as though the customers has spoken as timing chains are the norm except for a small handul of cars. Almost all are subcompacts.

[@crazeyjoe]

@Sblackfll Which model(s) Ford 4 cylinder vehicles produced today still use timing belts?

[@crazeyjoe]

@Sblackfll Those engines were in vehicles such as the Focus and C Max. In North America, other than the Mustang, Ford only produces crossovers, SUVs and trucks. None of which uses any engines smaller than a 2.3 liter engine. Therefore (here in North America), Ford no longer produces engines with timing belts.

[@crownhic6827]

I believe Mercedes does the same thing in their formula 1 cars. “Sky active”

[@ivanjovanovic362]

Where did you read that?

[@lastaccountbannedfortalkin1449]

No they don't. It's a mazda design and nobody other than yamaha know how it's done or are allowed to use it.

[@kishankantelia9423]

I’ve got a 2010 Mazda 6 estate (wagon) here in the UK with a 2.2 Diesel engine super reliable if looked after and powerful with a good fuel efficiency. So nice to drive!

[@dimitarkostov8301]

Do you edit the videos yourself? The quality of production is praiseworthy. You have won a subscriber.

[@marlonkelch9050]

Loved the 1979 GLC. Ran for ever

[@ginog5037]

Absolutely Great Little Car, but just rusted out...

[@md2k8]

I am totally a fan of newer Mazda's, especially the CX-5 crossover. I am only a fan of the older Mazda's, the Protege sedan and the MPV minivan.

[@codybrandoncargle3129]

The Mazda MPv I heard is just as crappy as the Honda Odyssey that’s something Toyota has edge over both Honda or Mazda still. 🤔

[@md2k8]

@@codybrandoncargle3129 Agreed

[@codybrandoncargle3129]

@@md2k8 I am glad you do agree. 👍🏻

[@michaelswick4251]

Love the 626 and the Mazda 6. Sad to see them go. I had a 626 with a swing vent that oscillated the center vent. Had a standard that I drove to work and back 100 miles a day. Loved it. Have owned a few 6s. Loved zoom zoom. Hate to see it go. Lost my 2019 to a deer. Found a AWD Camry SE. miss my 6. They started putting low profile tires on the 6. No good in the snow in western PA.

[@michaelmorales9453]

I have a 2021 Mazda CX-5 Carbon edition, I love it. Zoom Zoom definitely! 31 to the gallon on the highway. Its also very luxurious without the huge price tag of a Mercedes or something else along those lines.

[@unstablebobgable]

I like to puff on the Cannabis Cigars and get all schmoked up while watching the Scotty Kilmers videos

[@paulmartin3987]

Im waiting for the 6cylinder rear wheel drive coming in 2022.

[@magicjnkie216]

The all new '6'...yes...can't wait..

[@PeteyDoe]

what is it?

[@paulmartin3987]

@@PeteyDoe Mazda 3

[@lightsfansofthewest481]

It's not coming...

[@gmjsimmons]

My wife loved her 2 MX5's--20 years of driving. Depressed? Put the top down. Need more space to haul yard sale finds? Put the top down. Had to replace the top on the first one; otherwise, no repairs. Friend who bought our first one, loves it; still no repairs--what gives? I'm old enough to remember the MG's and Triumph's were a FAR different repair experience. Great video, Scotty.