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Mazda CX-80 E-Skyactiv PHEV (2025)
Oct 2024
Mazda stretches the CX-60, adds extra seats and calls it the CX-80. It’s classy and roomy, but is it good to drive?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda stretches the CX-60, adds extra seats and calls it the CX-80. It’s classy and roomy, but is it good to drive?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 2 Hybrid (2024)
Sep 2024
Sure, it’s a rebadged Toyota, but that doesn’t stop the hybrid version of the Mazda2 from being a brilliant small car.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Sure, it’s a rebadged Toyota, but that doesn’t stop the hybrid version of the Mazda2 from being a brilliant small car.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV (2024)
Aug 2024
Can a rotary range-extender spin the quirky Mazda MX-30's fortunes around?
by Neil Briscoe
Can a rotary range-extender spin the quirky Mazda MX-30's fortunes around?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 2.0 e-Skyactiv X saloon (2024)
Jun 2024
Mazda airbrushes its 3 range - we’ve driven the new four-door saloon.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda airbrushes its 3 range - we’ve driven the new four-door saloon.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda 2 1.5 e-Skyactiv (2024)
May 2024
Mazda continues to breathe life into its 2 supermini, here tested as an Exclusive-Line.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda continues to breathe life into its 2 supermini, here tested as an Exclusive-Line.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda MX-5 1.5 (2024)
Apr 2024
Mazda further tweaks the superb fourth-gen MX-5, with predictably likeable results.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda further tweaks the superb fourth-gen MX-5, with predictably likeable results.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda CX-30 e-Skyactiv X (2024)
Apr 2024
Mazda lightly refreshes the CX-30 crossover for the 2024 model year.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda lightly refreshes the CX-30 crossover for the 2024 model year.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda 2 Hybrid (2024)
Mar 2024
The Mazda2 Hybrid gets some enhancements for 2024 and is available in a broader range of model variants.
by Dave Humphreys
The Mazda2 Hybrid gets some enhancements for 2024 and is available in a broader range of model variants.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV (2024)
Oct 2023
Mazda revives the rotary engine to serve as an energy generator in the MX-30 plug-in hybrid.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda revives the rotary engine to serve as an energy generator in the MX-30 plug-in hybrid.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv Diesel (2023)
Mar 2023
The Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv D defies current trends with its large capacity diesel engine.
by Dave Humphreys
The Mazda CX-60 e-Skyactiv D defies current trends with its large capacity diesel engine.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda CX-5 2.2 Skyactiv-D (2022)
Jun 2022
Mazda has updated the CX-5 once again, but can it still compete with younger rivals?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda has updated the CX-5 once again, but can it still compete with younger rivals?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-60 E-Skyactiv PHEV (2022)
Apr 2022
The Mazda CX-60 is a plug-in hybrid taking aim at premium models from Audi and BMW.
by Dave Humphreys
The Mazda CX-60 is a plug-in hybrid taking aim at premium models from Audi and BMW.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda CX-5 2.2 Skyactiv-D (2022)
Feb 2022
The CX-5 updates are minor, but is that enough to keep the driver-orientated SUV at the top of its class?
by James Fossdyke
The CX-5 updates are minor, but is that enough to keep the driver-orientated SUV at the top of its class?
by James Fossdyke
Mazda 6 2.5 SkyActiv-G petrol (2021)
Oct 2021
Mazda's slinky 6 has always been a favourite saloon of ours, but can it still compete?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda's slinky 6 has always been a favourite saloon of ours, but can it still compete?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 2.0 e-Skyactiv X (2021)
Apr 2021
Mazda gives the handsome 3 a high-spec makeover, but is the Skyactiv engine up to snuff now?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda gives the handsome 3 a high-spec makeover, but is the Skyactiv engine up to snuff now?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-5 2.0 SkyActiv-G petrol (2021)
Mar 2021
Mazda's CX-5 crossover gets a small round of updates. Enough to keep it competitive?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda's CX-5 crossover gets a small round of updates. Enough to keep it competitive?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-30 e-Skyactiv X (2021)
Mar 2021
In its white paint and with a decadent red interior, the Mazda CX-30 100th Anniversary Edition sure looks the part.
by Neil Briscoe
In its white paint and with a decadent red interior, the Mazda CX-30 100th Anniversary Edition sure looks the part.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda RX-7 (1994 - FD)
Oct 2020
We fall in love with the FD3 Mazda RX-7 all over again.
by Matt Robinson
We fall in love with the FD3 Mazda RX-7 all over again.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda 323 1300 (1979)
Oct 2020
The Mazda 323 is the forefather of the Mazda3 - what's it like in 2020?
by Matt Robinson
The Mazda 323 is the forefather of the Mazda3 - what's it like in 2020?
by Matt Robinson
Mazda MX-30 (2021 pre-production)
Oct 2020
Mazda enters the electric car fray for its centenary with the MX-30 crossover.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda enters the electric car fray for its centenary with the MX-30 crossover.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda CX-30 SkyActiv-X (2020)
Jul 2020
Mazda’s CX-30 crossover sure is handsome, and it’s packed with tech, but how does it stack up on Irish roads?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda’s CX-30 crossover sure is handsome, and it’s packed with tech, but how does it stack up on Irish roads?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda Cosmo 110S (1968)
May 2020
Mazda's Cosmo coupe was a departure in 1967 and not only in styling terms - this one kicked off its rotary revolution.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda's Cosmo coupe was a departure in 1967 and not only in styling terms - this one kicked off its rotary revolution.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 2.0 SkyActiv-G M-Hybrid (2020)
Apr 2020
This is the Mazda3 hatchback with the simpler mild-hybrid petrol engine. Better bet than the SkyActiv-X?
by Neil Briscoe
This is the Mazda3 hatchback with the simpler mild-hybrid petrol engine. Better bet than the SkyActiv-X?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 SkyActiv-X Saloon (2020)
Mar 2020
Mazda’s new SkyActiv-X engine tech promises better economy with smooth performance. How does it fare in the handsome Mazda3 saloon?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda’s new SkyActiv-X engine tech promises better economy with smooth performance. How does it fare in the handsome Mazda3 saloon?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 2 1.5 SkyActiv-G M Hybrid (2020)
Feb 2020
Small, but almost perfectly formed, the Mazda2 is a small car that thinks it’s a bigger one.
by Dave Humphreys
Small, but almost perfectly formed, the Mazda2 is a small car that thinks it’s a bigger one.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda CX-30 SkyActiv-D diesel (2020)
Sep 2019
Is diesel dead? Not if you ask Mazda, and its new 1.8-litre diesel works rather beautifully in the new CX-30.
by Neil Briscoe
Is diesel dead? Not if you ask Mazda, and its new 1.8-litre diesel works rather beautifully in the new CX-30.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-30 SkyActiv-X (2020 pre-production)
Sep 2019
Mazda’s high-tech SkyActiv-X engine lands in the handsome new CX-30 crossover, so is it a match made in heaven?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda’s high-tech SkyActiv-X engine lands in the handsome new CX-30 crossover, so is it a match made in heaven?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda electric SUV (2020 prototype)
Sep 2019
The first Mazda EV will launch in 2020; we've been for a drive in a prototype.
by Dave Humphreys
The first Mazda EV will launch in 2020; we've been for a drive in a prototype.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda MX-5 30th Anniversary Edition (2019)
Jul 2019
Mazda’s MX-5 celebrates its 30th birthday this year by getting a spray tan.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda’s MX-5 celebrates its 30th birthday this year by getting a spray tan.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda 3 SkyActiv-X (2020 pre-production)
Jul 2019
The new SkyActiv-X petrol engine ignites more interest in the Mazda3.
by Dave Humphreys
The new SkyActiv-X petrol engine ignites more interest in the Mazda3.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda CX-30 (2020 pre-production)
Jul 2019
The new Mazda CX-30 SUV is good enough to worry the premium establishment.
by Dave Humphreys
The new Mazda CX-30 SUV is good enough to worry the premium establishment.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda MX-5 2.0
Mar 2019
How does a low-slung, two-seat sports car such as the updated Mazda MX-5, cope with Arctic conditions? Surprisingly well...
by Neil Briscoe
How does a low-slung, two-seat sports car such as the updated Mazda MX-5, cope with Arctic conditions? Surprisingly well...
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 2.0 SkyActiv-G M-Hybrid (2019)
Feb 2019
Mazda doesn’t yet have a full hybrid with which to take on the Toyota Corolla, but it does have a mild hybrid. Is the new 3 up to the task?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda doesn’t yet have a full hybrid with which to take on the Toyota Corolla, but it does have a mild hybrid. Is the new 3 up to the task?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 1.8 SkyActiv-D diesel (2019)
Feb 2019
Mazda's new 3 is wonderfully handsome, but can it take on the likes of the Golf, Focus and the impressive new Toyota Corolla?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda's new 3 is wonderfully handsome, but can it take on the likes of the Golf, Focus and the impressive new Toyota Corolla?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 6 2.2 diesel saloon (2018)
Nov 2018
Nobody buys ‘conventional’ four-door saloons anymore, but the updated Mazda6 proves we really should.
by Neil Briscoe
Nobody buys ‘conventional’ four-door saloons anymore, but the updated Mazda6 proves we really should.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda MX-5 2.0
Aug 2018
Mazda has given its MX-5 the mildest of updates, including more power for the Ireland-bound 2.0-litre model.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda has given its MX-5 the mildest of updates, including more power for the Ireland-bound 2.0-litre model.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda 6 Tourer
Jul 2018
Small updates to Mazda’s family wagon keep it feeling fresh.
by Neil Briscoe
Small updates to Mazda’s family wagon keep it feeling fresh.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 3 SkyActiv-X prototype
Feb 2018
We've driven Mazda's revolutionary new SkyActiv-X petrol engine in a Mazda3 prototype.
by Matt Robinson
We've driven Mazda's revolutionary new SkyActiv-X petrol engine in a Mazda3 prototype.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel AWD
Dec 2017
The new Mazda CX-5 ups its game to snap at the heels of its competitors at the premium end of the medium-sized crossover class.
by Maurice Malone
The new Mazda CX-5 ups its game to snap at the heels of its competitors at the premium end of the medium-sized crossover class.
by Maurice Malone
Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel AWD
May 2017
New Mazda CX-5 sticks closely to the template of the old SUV, but it's a worthy update.
by Neil Briscoe
New Mazda CX-5 sticks closely to the template of the old SUV, but it's a worthy update.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 6
May 2017
Having recently updated the styling, Mazda has now given the 6 some mechanical updates with tweaks to the suspension and steering. It remains one of our favourite saloons.
by Neil Briscoe
Having recently updated the styling, Mazda has now given the 6 some mechanical updates with tweaks to the suspension and steering. It remains one of our favourite saloons.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-3 2.0 petrol
Feb 2017
A petrol-powered CX-3 SUV without a turbo in sight? Has Mazda gone mad?
by Neil Briscoe
A petrol-powered CX-3 SUV without a turbo in sight? Has Mazda gone mad?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda MX-5 RF
Jan 2017
The MX-5 RF brings new appeal to Mazda's evergreen sports car.
by Dave Humphreys
The MX-5 RF brings new appeal to Mazda's evergreen sports car.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda 3 1.5 SkyActiv-D
Oct 2016
Refreshed looks inside and out and more tech for the 2017MY Mazda3.
by Matt Robinson
Refreshed looks inside and out and more tech for the 2017MY Mazda3.
by Matt Robinson
Mazda 6
Sep 2016
The 2017 Mazda6 gets greater engine refinement - we've tested it.
by Dave Humphreys
The 2017 Mazda6 gets greater engine refinement - we've tested it.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda MX-5
Jul 2016
Summer is here (no really), so what better car to blow away the cobwebs than Mazda's latest MX-5 roadster?
by Shane O' Donoghue
Summer is here (no really), so what better car to blow away the cobwebs than Mazda's latest MX-5 roadster?
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda 3
Apr 2016
New 1.5 Mazda3 is much better choice than the existing 2.2 diesel - far more frugal yet still really enjoyable to drive.
by Neil Briscoe
New 1.5 Mazda3 is much better choice than the existing 2.2 diesel - far more frugal yet still really enjoyable to drive.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-5
Dec 2015
Only the smallest of changes for 2015, but they do add up to a sharper, better CX-5.
by Neil Briscoe
Only the smallest of changes for 2015, but they do add up to a sharper, better CX-5.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda MX-5 2.0
Aug 2015
We get behind the wheel of the Mazda MX-5 2.0 to see what we might be missing out on.
by Paul Healy
We get behind the wheel of the Mazda MX-5 2.0 to see what we might be missing out on.
by Paul Healy
Mazda CX-3
Aug 2015
The compact crossover class is getting crowded, but can the Mazda CX-3 do enough to stand out?
by Neil Briscoe
The compact crossover class is getting crowded, but can the Mazda CX-3 do enough to stand out?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 6
Aug 2015
Only the top Mazda6 gets the full facelift, but all versions are desirable.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Only the top Mazda6 gets the full facelift, but all versions are desirable.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda MX-5
Jun 2015
As it enters its fourth generation, the Mazda MX-5 returns to its roots.
by Dave Humphreys
As it enters its fourth generation, the Mazda MX-5 returns to its roots.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda 2
May 2015
If you have a bit of budget for your small car then the new Mazda2 should be on your shopping list.
by Shane O' Donoghue
If you have a bit of budget for your small car then the new Mazda2 should be on your shopping list.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda CX-3
Mar 2015
Mazda's low-key approach may just have delivered the best small SUV yet.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda's low-key approach may just have delivered the best small SUV yet.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 6
Mar 2015
Mazda's flagship gets a new interior and a host of tech.
by Paul Healy
Mazda's flagship gets a new interior and a host of tech.
by Paul Healy
Mazda CX-5
Feb 2015
Mazda updates the popular CX-5 crossover. No really it does!
by Paul Healy
Mazda updates the popular CX-5 crossover. No really it does!
by Paul Healy
Mazda 6
Jan 2015
Seriously good looking and deeply good to drive, the 6 is only held back by a high-ish price and fuel consumption.
by Neil Briscoe
Seriously good looking and deeply good to drive, the 6 is only held back by a high-ish price and fuel consumption.
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda 2 (pre-production)
Nov 2014
The new Mazda2 looks set to raise the already rising standard in the busy B-segment.
by Dave Humphreys
The new Mazda2 looks set to raise the already rising standard in the busy B-segment.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda 3
May 2014
Mazda's new 3 looks impressively handsome, but is its reputation as a 'game changer' deserved?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda's new 3 looks impressively handsome, but is its reputation as a 'game changer' deserved?
by Neil Briscoe
Mazda CX-5 auto
Sep 2013
Mazda's lack of haste to launch a crossover SUV seems to have paid off. Here's the great auto version.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda's lack of haste to launch a crossover SUV seems to have paid off. Here's the great auto version.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda MX-5
Aug 2013
The planets align as we test the Mazda MX-5 during a heat wave. Can it still hold its own?
by Paul Healy
The planets align as we test the Mazda MX-5 during a heat wave. Can it still hold its own?
by Paul Healy
Mazda 3 saloon (pre-production)
Jul 2013
The new Mazda3 saloon cuts a stylish swathe through the mostly dull four-door compact saloon market.
by Shane O' Donoghue
The new Mazda3 saloon cuts a stylish swathe through the mostly dull four-door compact saloon market.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda 3 hatchback (pre-production)
Jul 2013
We drive the entry-level Mazda3 hatchback that will arrive in November.
by Paul Healy
We drive the entry-level Mazda3 hatchback that will arrive in November.
by Paul Healy
Mazda 6 Tourer
Jun 2013
Proving that the CX-5 wasn't a one-hit-wonder, the Mazda6 impresses in Tourer estate guise.
by Dave Humphreys
Proving that the CX-5 wasn't a one-hit-wonder, the Mazda6 impresses in Tourer estate guise.
by Dave Humphreys
Mazda 6
Oct 2012
We drive the stunning looking Mazda6 in both saloon and estate guises.
by Paul Healy
We drive the stunning looking Mazda6 in both saloon and estate guises.
by Paul Healy
Mazda MX-5 GT4 race car
Aug 2012
We drive the ultimate Mazda MX-5 - bar none.
by Shane O' Donoghue
We drive the ultimate Mazda MX-5 - bar none.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda MX-5 GT concept
Aug 2012
Fancy a 200hp Mazda MX-5? We've driven such a thing and it could be made.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Fancy a 200hp Mazda MX-5? We've driven such a thing and it could be made.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda CX-5
Jun 2012
Mazda aims to put the 'sport' back in SUV with its new Qashqai-rivalling CX-5.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda aims to put the 'sport' back in SUV with its new Qashqai-rivalling CX-5.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda CX-5
Apr 2012
The Mazda CX-5 is a bit late to the crossover party. Can its host of clever technologies help it gate-crash?
by Paul Healy
The Mazda CX-5 is a bit late to the crossover party. Can its host of clever technologies help it gate-crash?
by Paul Healy
Mazda 3
Feb 2012
Mazda has given its best-selling 3 saloon a facelift for 2012 - and it looks better than ever.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda has given its best-selling 3 saloon a facelift for 2012 - and it looks better than ever.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda 2 EV
Dec 2011
We drive Mazda's first ever electric car, the Mazda2 EV.
by Alisdair Suttie
We drive Mazda's first ever electric car, the Mazda2 EV.
by Alisdair Suttie
Mazda 2
Feb 2011
The Mazda2 is an underrated car and now with a cleaner 1.3-litre petrol engine it's a bargain too.
by Paddy Comyn
The Mazda2 is an underrated car and now with a cleaner 1.3-litre petrol engine it's a bargain too.
by Paddy Comyn
Mazda 3
Nov 2010
Don't look too hard for differences in this latest Mazda3. All the changes are under the bonnet.
by Paddy Comyn
Don't look too hard for differences in this latest Mazda3. All the changes are under the bonnet.
by Paddy Comyn
Mazda 5
Jun 2010
Will Mazda gain more fans with its new Mazda5? The new MPV arrives in January: CompleteCar.ie has had a sneak preview.
by Paddy Comyn
Will Mazda gain more fans with its new Mazda5? The new MPV arrives in January: CompleteCar.ie has had a sneak preview.
by Paddy Comyn
Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe
Jun 2010
It's the Mazda MX-5's 20th anniversary; we took a trip down memory lane in the latest folding hardtop version.
by Shane O' Donoghue
It's the Mazda MX-5's 20th anniversary; we took a trip down memory lane in the latest folding hardtop version.
by Shane O' Donoghue
Mazda 6
May 2010
Mazda is back with a new version of the Mazda6. Is it enough to worry the top-sellers?
by Paddy Comyn
Mazda is back with a new version of the Mazda6. Is it enough to worry the top-sellers?
by Paddy Comyn