Mazda

Mazda manages to build vehicles that drive extremely well, look really great, and are still priced reasonably. The Japanese automaker boasts a beautiful lineup that encompasses everything from the fun-loving MX-5 Miata sports car to the family packing CX-9 three-row crossover. While the industry shifts away from sedans, the zoom-zoom brand makes terrific renditions such as the compact Mazda 3, which provides enthusiastic driving characteristics. The company also challenges best-selling compact crossovers from Honda and Toyota with the athletic and upscale CX-5.

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2024 Mazda Mazda 3

/10

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Starting at

$25,355

EPA MPG

26–31 combined

C/D SAYS: The 2024 Mazda 3's premium interior, refined driving persona, and satisfying performance make for a mainstream compact car that feels surprisingly upscale. Learn More

Mazda Mazda 3 Model Years

2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata

/10

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Starting at

$30,170

EPA MPG

29–30 combined

C/D SAYS: To call the MX-5 Miata an icon would be an understatement. It revived the small roadster segment in 1989 and remains one of the most engaging cars sold today. Learn More

Mazda MX-5 Miata Model Years

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Full-size, mid-size, compact, subcompact, and off-roaders

2024 Mazda CX-30

9.5

/10

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Starting at

$26,415

EPA MPG

25–29 combined

C/D SAYS: Handsomely styled and surprisingly fun to drive, the 2024 Mazda CX-30 is one of our favorites and is the small SUV to buy for those with good taste. Learn More

Mazda CX-30 Model Years

2024 Mazda CX-5

/10

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Starting at

$30,675

EPA MPG

N/A

C/D SAYS: The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is a longtime favorite and comes highly recommended, but it might be time to think up a new award-winning formula to keep up with the rest. Learn More

Mazda CX-5 Model Years

2024 Mazda CX-50

9.5

/10

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Starting at

$31,720

EPA MPG

25–27 combined

C/D SAYS: The 2024 CX-50 brings refinement and driving joy to the compact-SUV class in a way that only a Mazda can—and delivers it in a handsomely designed package. Learn More

Mazda CX-50 Model Years

2025 Mazda CX-70

Starting at

$41,900

EPA MPG

N/A

C/D SAYS: While its name suggests a new mid-size SUV that’s smaller than the three-row CX-90, the 2025 CX-70 is in fact just a CX-90 with the third row removed. Learn More

2025 Mazda CX-70 Hybrid

Starting at

$55,855

EPA Est. Range Lightning icon

25 miles

C/D SAYS: Mazda swapped the CX-90's third row of seats for a vast cargo area with underfloor storage, added some subtle styling changes, and the 2025 CX-70 was born. Learn More

2024 Mazda CX-90

9.5

/10

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Starting at

$39,220

EPA MPG

25 combined

C/D SAYS: Mazda has grown its presence in the mid-size SUV market with the 2024 CX-90, which features three rows, more luxury, and six-cylinder power. Learn More

2024 Mazda CX-90 Hybrid

9.5

/10

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Starting at

$51,400

EPA Est. Range Lightning icon

26 miles

C/D SAYS: Mazda's premium 2024 CX-90 Hybrid combines a luxury interior, a plug-in powertrain, and nimble handling in a three-row package. Learn More

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2021 Mazda CX-3

/10

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Starting at

$21,965

EPA MPG

29–31 combined

C/D SAYS: Forget the practical reasons to buy a subcompact crossover and focus on the emotional ones, which will lead you to the 2021 Mazda CX-3. Learn More

Mazda CX-3 Model Years

2012 Mazda CX-7

Starting at

N/A

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19–22 combined

C/D SAYS: A stylish suburban wagon that helped pioneer the recent direction of crossover SUVs, the CX-7 is for small families wanting street handling more than off-road prowess. Learn More

2023 Mazda CX-9

8.5

/10

C/D RATING

Starting at

$40,125

EPA MPG

23 combined

C/D SAYS: Combining a stylish exterior, a premium interior, and a fun-to-drive nature, the 2023 Mazda CX-9 is the three-row SUV for buyers with a Miata mindset. Learn More

Mazda CX-9 Model Years

2014 Mazda Mazda 2

Starting at

N/A

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30–32 combined

C/D SAYS: The Mazda 2 is not quite as spacious inside as the Honda Fit, but it offers a sporty and lightweight feel that we really enjoy. Learn More

2015 Mazda Mazda 5

Starting at

N/A

EPA MPG

24 combined

C/D SAYS: This micro-van packs Japanese-style efficiency into a fun-to-drive package with seats for six; those who find regular minivans too bulky will be especially appreciative. Learn More

2021 Mazda Mazda 6

9.5

/10

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Starting at

$25,470

EPA MPG

26–29 combined

C/D SAYS: More than any other family sedan, the Mazda 6 exudes an upper-class aura that encompasses its elegant styling, library-like cabin, and charming driving manners. Learn More

Mazda Mazda 6 Model Years

2013 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3

Starting at

N/A

EPA MPG

21 combined

C/D SAYS: A Mazda 3 five-door with 263 turbocharged horsepower, a stiffer suspension, stickier tires, and sporty seats, the Mazdaspeed 3 is a central player in the hot-hatch fraternity. Learn More

2023 Mazda MX-30

/10

C/D RATING

Starting at

$35,485

EPA Est. Range Lightning icon

100 miles

C/D SAYS: Mazda's only EV is the 2023 MX-30 SUV, which sports a stylish exterior and a designer cabin, but its 100-mile driving range puts it at a big disadvantage. Learn More

Mazda MX-30 Model Years

2011 Mazda RX-8

Starting at

N/A

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18–19 combined

C/D SAYS: A unique sports car in many ways, the RX-8 is a two-plus-two with half-doors for easier access to the rear seats and a rotary engine underhood. Learn More