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Have you seen the 2020 Mazda CX-3 yet? There have been quite a few updates for this model year. Keep reading to learn about all the great updates! Exploration With a feeling of exploration at every turn, the Mazda CX-3 is ready to endeavor into the metropolitan landscape. For 2020, Mazda has outfitted the subcompact crossover SUV with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also features a wide-ranging suite of safety elements and more standard premium amenities. Developed with Mazda’s remarkable design viewpoint, athletic driving dynamics and simple driving position, CX-3 offers an appealing package for metropolitans who don’t settle for the normal. Amazing Standard Features Mazda CX-3 Sport has a contemporary, stylish cabin with well-chosen standard features. Enthusiasts can enjoy features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Active Driving Display and automatic climate control. These features are all new standard features for 2020. The subcompact crossover is helped by a seven-inch, full-color touchscreen display with Mazda Connect. There’s also Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio and a six-speaker audio system. These highlights can be safely accessed through the multi-function commander knob or steering wheel mounted controls. Other top standard features include electronic parking brake with auto-hold feature, push button start, remote keyless illuminated entry system, power windows with one-touch automatic up/down feature for the driver side and cloth seats. Athletic Image Soft, elegant designs help CX-3 highlight an athletic image. This creates a sense of motion. CX-3 Sport now includes all LED exterior lighting as standard, including headlights, taillights and daytime running lights. Rain-sensing windshield wipers are also now standard. To bring the entire suite together, the CX-3 is styled with 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, a roof spoiler and a shark fin antenna. It also offers dual stainless-steel exhaust outlets and an understated black front grille design that conveys superior depth and distinction. Stop by Beach Mazda today and see for yourself how fantastic the 2020 Mazda CX-3 really is!

The capability to present more features while staying lightweight is not always an easy mission. Mazda is devoted to the integrity of the MX-5 Miata. It’s an iconic roadster with over a million units made. It’s also the Guinness World Record holder for the best-selling two-seater sports car. For over 30 years, the front mid-engine, rear-wheel drive layout has developed to fit the ever-changing client needs. Through its many reiterations, the 2020 MX-5 Miata presents more features while retaining the essential qualities of a driver’s car: lightweight, nimble and most significantly, fun-to-drive. Delightful Drive All MX-5s come universal with a Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter engine. It produces 181 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. This powertrain can be combined with a Skyactiv-MT six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The Miata’s engine paired with its lightweight structure and nimble driving dynamics give an exceptional power-to-weight ratio that calls pure delight on just about any road. Humble, but Not Simple The MX-5 Sport might be the humblest fourth-generation soft top Miata, but it is far from simple. This wonderfully engineered roadster is outfitted with numerous lightweight elements that help provide its iconic handling, dynamics and natural driving feel. For 2020, MX-5 Sport includes more i-Activsense safety features that include: Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Smart City Brake Support Lane Departure Warning System Next Step Up Progressing from the MX-5 Sport, drivers have the choice of the tougher-edged MX-5 Club or the opulent MX-5 Grand Touring. Both the MX-5 Club and MX-5 Grand Touring are presented in a soft top as well as in a RF – retractable fastback – design. The MX-5 RF can open or close its roof in a incredible 13 seconds thus providing the look and feel of both a muscular coupe and an iconic convertible. MX-5 Club and MX-5 Grand Touring are now offered in Mazda’s new Polymetal Gray exterior color. Top of the Line The MX-5 Club arrives in 2020 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as a new feature. When stocked with the Skyactiv-MT manual transmission, this trim level contains a limited-slip differential, Bilstein dampers, front shock tower brace and sport-tuned suspension. This trim level also includes all the i-Activsense safety features from the MX-5 Sport and improves the driving experience with a Bose® nine-speaker audio system. This audio system includes passenger headrest speakers, SiriusXM® radio with three-month trial subscription and LED daytime running lights. The MX-5 Club is furnished with heated black cloth-trimmed seats with silver stitching, 17-inch Metallic Black aluminum alloy wheels, front black air dam, black rear lip spoiler and black interior accents and vinyl leather to help inspire a snazzy environment.

Just recently, Mazda Motor Corporation marked its 100th anniversary with an employee affair at its head office in Hiroshima, Japan. HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY MAZDA! Centenary official comment by Akira Marumoto, Representative Director, President and CEO: “Mazda originated as a company producing cork and then took the path to manufacturing automobiles. Now, our cars have found friends with many customers from over 130 countries and regions. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the customers, dealers, suppliers, business partners and the local community, who have supported us over the years through good and bad times, to whom we owe our 100 years of existence. As we look ahead to the next 100 years, we will continue to put people first and cherish our ‘uniqueness of co-creating with others.’ As we strengthen co-creation and cooperation with all those connected with the company, we will continue to challenge ourselves to create unique products, technologies, and experiences that our customers love.” Year Long Celebration Mazda intends to prolong commemorations during the course of the year, including at the Geneva International Motor Show in March with anniversary themed exhibitions and during Mazda Open Day 2020 in May an open house event at Mazda’s headquarters. A ceremony to observe the 100th anniversary of its organization took place recently at an auditorium in the company’s headquarters in Hiroshima to convey gratitude to all shareholders who have backed the company and reasserted resolution for the next one hundred years of future. Roughly 500 people including executives, employees and representatives of workers’ union and associated businesses attended the observance.

Many drivers choose the 2020 Mazda CX-9 for its impressive towing capacity and abundance of safety features, however, the real aspect to pay attention to is the Mazda CX-9 interior. There are plenty of stylish designs, quality materials, and high-end technology to make each Myrtle Beach commute entertaining and comfortable for Surfside Beach drivers and beyond. Learn more with Beach Mazda today then schedule a test drive! Interior Quality The Mazda CX-9 interior provides comfortable seating, real wood and aluminum trim, and noise-cancellation technology for a comfortable, quiet ride. Take a closer look at the quality materials used to make the Mazda CX-9 so high-end: Sound-dampening materials for cabin silencing Premium Nappa leather Genuine Santos Rosewood Sculpted aluminum trim Technology In addition to a comfortable and stylish interior, the Mazda CX-9 offers seamless connectivity to allow a safer and easier way to connect with your compatible smartphone. With a touchscreen, multifunction Commander control, and voice commands, you can ensure the safe use of the Mazda Connect™ display and all of your favorite smartphone apps. Some of the other advanced technology of the Mazda CX-9 includes: Apple CarPlay™ Android Auto™ Voice command capabilities Bluetooth Hands-Free technology MAZDA CX-9 Dimensions This Mazda 3-row SUV ensures drivers also have plenty of space for extra cargo and more passengers to ride comfortably. This model provides up to 71.2 cubic feet of cargo space as well as other spacious dimensions of: EPA passenger volume: 135.1 cubic feet EPA cargo volume behind 3rd row: 14.4 cubic feet EPA cargo volume behind 2nd row: 38.2 cubic feet EPA cargo volume behind 1st row: 71.2 cubic feet Headroom (1st/2nd/3rd row): 39.3/38.5/35.4 inches Shoulder room (1st/2nd/3rd row): 57.9/58.1/53.1 inches Hip room (1st/2nd/3rd row): 56.7/57.4/40.1 inches Legroom (1st/2nd/3rd row): 41.0/39.4/29.7 inches Learn More at Beach Mazda Fully experience the new Mazda CX-9 for yourself by taking this model for a test drive at Beach Mazda. Want to check out our new vehicle specials and Mazda lease specials before getting the process started? Our team can help. Simply contact us in the meantime and we can answer any questions you may have about our models, the Mazda CX-9 towing capacity, the i-Activ AWD® system, and more.

Here’s a great update from Mazda Motorsports! They recently provided the first look at the new Mazda3 TCR race car. The new race car will hit the track as part of the 2020 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge. Keep reading for more information! The first race for the Mazda3 TCR will be the four-hour Endurance Challenge. That race is part of the Rolex 24 at Daytona held in late January. By keeping the design of the 2019 Mazda3 hatchback, the Mazda3 TCR keeps the latest idea of Mazda’s signature Kodo - Soul of Motion design philosophy. The designer spent many hours making sure the aerodynamics of the Mazda3 TCR confirmed to the of the TCR requirements. “TCR represents a great opportunity for us to showcase the new Mazda3 and provide our customers another avenue to race Mazda vehicles,” said Masahiro Moro, Chairman and CEO, Mazda North American Operations. “Some of our most important successes in IMSA and SRO TC Americas have been thanks to dedicated customers who chose to race with Mazda, and we hope the next generation of Mazda racers see the same potential in the Mazda3 TCR.” “The Mazda3 features the outstanding design and engineering that Mazda is known for, and because of that, it is a fantastic foundation for our new Mazda3 TCR,” said John Doonan, Director, Mazda Motorsports. “We have looked forward to returning to the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge for several seasons, and everyone at Mazda is very excited that we will do just that in 2020. We are eagerly anticipating success for the Mazda3 TCR in IMSA, SRO Americas and in TCR championships around the world.” The new Mazda3TCR is powered by a turbocharged, 4-cylinder engine. The engine produces 350 horsepower. It uses a paddle-shifted 6-speed transmission. All of us here at Beach Mazda are looking forward to all the great things possible with the Mazda3TCR.

Amazing driving dynamics and unique styling have both helped to make the Mazda CX-5 Mazda’s best selling vehicle in the United States. The previous model gave us two new upper trim levels that raised the bar with the CX-5. The Higher quality interior and a turbocharged engines created a premium experience. For the new model year, the 2020 Mazda CX-5 has received a number of refinements at leach trim level. Keep reading for the great details! CX-5 Sport Even though the CX-5 Sport is entry-level, it’s far from a basic vehicle. There are quite a few standard features for drivers and passengers to enjoy. For one, there’s a brand new key fob design that opens the doors using a keyless entry system. The CX-5 now offers the full suite of i-Activsense safety features. This includes Mazda Radar Cruise Control, Advanced Smart City Brake Support, Smart Brake Support with Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist and High-Beam Control. CX-5 Touring One step up, the Mazda CX-5 Touring offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. It has an AM/FM 6-speaker audio system with HD Radio. As well as the Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, the 2020 CX-5 also offers the following: Heated front seats Leatherette seating surfaces with suede inserts 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat Rear seat center armrest with 2 USB ports Auto-leveling headlights Dual-zone climate control And rear privacy glass CX-5 Grand Touring If you upgrade to the Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring, you’ll get these awesome features: 19-inch Bright Silver Finish aluminum alloy wheels Rear power liftgate Adaptive Front Lighting System LED daytime running lights Dual heated exterior mirrors Plus so much more! Stop by Beach Mazda today to see for yourself! Give us a call to get your VIP Test Drive Experieince scheduled today!

Did you hear the terrific news? The 2019 Mazda6 and the 2019 Mazda CX-9 have both earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety “Top Safety Pick+” award when equipped with front crash prevention and specific headlights. Keep reading for details! Requirements In order to earn a 2019 Top Safety Pick+ Award, a vehicle must earn good ratings in the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraint tests. It also required a vehicle earn an advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention. It must also be equipped with good headlights. The 2019 Mazda6 and the 2019 Mazda CX-9 both earned good rating for improved headlights. Comment “With the driver in mind, Mazda takes an active approach to safety and gives he driver more peace of mind, which make driving more fun,” said Mazda President Jeff Guyton. “Confident driving is better driving, and the updates to the 2019 Mazda6 and 2019 CX-9 show Mazda’s commitment to providing our customers with advanced safety technologies.” At Beach Mazda We just have to ask, how awesome is this news? Well, all of us here at Beach Mazda think it is absolutely fantastic! Have you stopped by to see these award winning vehicles yet? You don’t want to delay. The 2020 models are already rolling in! Give Beach Mazda a call today and speak with one of our many Mazda experts! We can get your test drive scheduled and have everything ready before you get here. The experts are ready and waiting for your call!

Mazda vehicles are known for style, performance, and technology - but each Mazda safety rating sets a new standard for the modern vehicle. And if rave reviews from Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach drivers aren’t enough proof, the safety rating showcases the industry acclaim that this brilliant crossover has achieved. Learn More Browse Inventory IIHS Safety Rating The IIHS was blown away by the safety features of the latest model, earning the highest possible rating of “Top Safety Pick+” for 2019. Additionally, the Mazda CX-5 safety performance received the highest possible “Good” rating in the following areas: Small Overlap Front (Driver Side) Small Overlap Front (Passenger Side) Moderate Overlap Front Side Crashworthiness Roof Strength Head Restraints and Seats Crash avoidance & mitigation technology was also assessed and the optional front crash prevention system scored a “Superior” rating. MAZDA CX-5 Overall NHTSA Safety Rating Not only did the Mazda CX-5 safety features impress the IIHS, but the Mazda CX-5 overall NHTSA safety rating was also a huge success for the 2019 model year. The NHTSA conducts thorough crash testing to ensure that the safety features perform just as well in the real world as they do in the brochure, and the Mazda CX-5 passed with flying colors: Overall Front Driver and Passenger Star Rating: 5 Stars Front Driver Side: 5 Stars Front Passenger Side: 5 Stars Overall Side Crash Star Rating: 5 Stars Overall Side Pole Star Rating: 5 Stars Side Barrier Rating: 5 Stars Side Barrier Rear Passenger Rating: 5 Stars Barrier Driver Rating: 5 Stars Rollover Star Rating: 4 Stars MAZDA CX-5 Safety Features You’ve read the ratings, but what sets the Mazda CX-5 safety apart from the competition? Mazda’s signature i-Activsense® system utilizes cutting-edge technology to protect you on the Forestbrook roads with features like: Rear Cross Traffic Alert Smart City Brake Support Advance Blind Spot Monitoring Adaptive Front Lighting High Beam Control Lane Departure Warning Lane Keep Assist And more! Test Drive the 2019 MAZDA CX-5 at Beach Mazda Want to try out the Mazda CX-5 safety features up close or even learn more about the Mazda CX-9 interior? Visit us at Beach Mazda in Myrtle Beach to get behind the wheel with our experts. Preview our new Mazda CX-5 inventory online or check out our new vehicle specials. Want to find out more about the brand? Learn who makes Mazda, learn about the Mazda CX-5 trims, and start planning your visit!

If you’re a Myrtle Beach-area driver looking for an excellent compact SUV that combines efficiency and an energetic driving experience, the 2019 Mazda CX-5 covers all the bases. The CX-5 has an upscale cabin, offering a lot of premium features for the price. If Mazda CX-5 gas mileage is a priority for your drives between Myrtle Beach and Forestbrook, take a moment to explore the benefits of the Mazda Skyactiv®-G engine technology. You can read more about Mazda CX-5 performance specs, including towing capacity, on the Beach Mazda blog. 2019 MAZDA CX-5 Gas Mileage and Engine Options The 2019 Mazda CX-5 comes in five trim levels and offers two engine options — a standard Skyactiv®-G 2.5L four-cylinder for the Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring trims, and a turbocharged Skyactiv®-G 2.5T four-cylinder engine for the premium Grand Touring Reserve and Signature trims. Both engines provide dynamic performance and efficiency: 2019 MAZDA CX-5 Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring 187-hp Skyactiv®-G2 2.5L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with Cylinder Deactivation Skyactiv®-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift and Sport Mode Skyactiv-Vehicle Dynamics with G-Vectoring Control Plus 25/31 city/highway MPG* 2019 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve and Signature 250-hp Skyactiv®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with Dynamic Pressure Turbo Skyactiv®-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift and Sport Mode Skyactiv-Vehicle Dynamics with G-Vectoring Control Plus i-Active AWD® all-wheel drive system 22/27 city/highway MPG* MAZDA SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY All five 2019 Mazda CX-5 trims come equipped with Skyactiv-Vehicle Dynamics with G-Vectoring Control. Without compromising on Mazda gas mileage, the system distributes power to ensure smooth handling and control through corners. If you enjoy dynamic drives on the highways and backroads beyond Forestbrook, you’ll appreciate the handling of a new Mazda CX-5. MAZDA Drive Mode Selection With the flip of a switch, you can change your driving mode as you move from city maneuvering to sporty highway driving outside Surfside Beach. Engage Sport mode for quicker throttle response that helps you merge into traffic, hug corners, or pass another vehicle on the highway. For a smoother ride and more subdued driving experience, simply switch back out of Sport. Explore MAZDA CX-5 Fuel Economy at Beach Mazda Stop by Beach Mazda in Myrtle Beach to learn more about Mazda gas mileage with Skyactiv® Technology and to browse our inventory of Mazda CX-5 specials, learn about the Mazda CX-9 interior, Mazda CX-5 trims, or explore other new vehicle specials in the Mazda lineup. Our team is happy to answer questions and help you find the Mazda CX-5 that best fits your needs. Reach out to schedule a test drive today! *Up to an EPA-estimated 25 city/31 highway MPG for 2019 Mazda CX-5 FWD models. AWD models with Skyactiv®-G 2.5L naturally aspirated engine, 24 city/30 highway MPG. Actual results will vary.

Holiday greetings from Beach Mazda during this wonderful Thanksgiving season… At this time of Thanksgiving we pause to count our blessings and the freedoms of this great country in which we live. It's opportunity for achievement and the friendship and confidence you have shown in us. For all of these things we are deeply thankful. Our best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving! More Than A Day As Thanksgiving Day rolls around, It brings up some facts, quite profound. We may think that we're poor, Feel like bums, insecure, But in truth, our riches astound. We have friends and family we love; We have guidance from heaven above. We have so much more Than they sell in a store, We're wealthy, when push comes to shove. So add up your blessings, I say; Make Thanksgiving last more than a day. Enjoy what you've got; Realize it's a lot, And you'll make all your cares go away. By Karl Fuchs At this time, The management and staff of Beach Automotive Group and Beach Mazda want to take a few moments to let all of our clients and friends know just how thankful we are for you! We could not be successful without your help. We value your patronage and appreciate your confidence in us. Counting you among our customers is something for which we are especially grateful. Happy Thanksgiving everybody!

The Mazda6 is Mazda’s flagship midsize sedan. It’s athletic and impressive. Here are some stats for the 2020 model year. Keep reading for details! Mazda6 Sport Mazda6 Sport comes standard with: The full suite of i-Activsense safety features, which includes: Mazda Radar Cruise Control with stop and go function Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Pedestrian Detection Smart Brake Support with Collision Warning Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist and Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Inside standard features are: Mazda Connect infotainment system with: Eight-inch full color, touch screen display Six-speaker audio system Bluetooth phone and audio pairing Two USB ports Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob Dual-zone climate control Push-button start Remote keyless entry Electronic parking brake. More standard premium features that provide convenience and style for owners include automatic on/off headlights, High Beam Control, rain sensing windshield wipers, rearview camera, seat belt reminder indicator for all passengers, LED headlight with auto-leveling, LED taillights, 17-inch alloy wheels and dual exhaust outlets. Mazda6 Touring Next up, the Mazda6 Touring offers all of the same features found in the Mazda6 Sport, but also offers: Upgrades to integrate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities Leatherette-trimmed seats Heated front seats Six-way power driver’s seat with manual lumbar support Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry System Power moonroof with interior sunshade 19-inch alloy wheels Two rear seat USB charging ports. Mazda6 Grand Touring The Mazda6 Grand Touring offers: A turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5T engine 310 lb-ft of torque from just 2,000 RPM Up to 250 horsepower with 93 octane gasoline (227 horsepower with 87 octane gasoline). Larger front ventilated brake discs. BOSE® 11-speaker premium audio system SiriusXM satellite radio with three-month trial subscription Auto-diming interior mirror and driver-side mirror Heated side mirrors Paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel. Mazda6 Grand Touring Next up is the Mazda6 Grand Touring Reserve offers many premium features found in more expensive luxury sedans. These features include: Windshield-projected, full-color Active Driving Display head-up unit Adaptive Front-lighting system Black or Parchment leather-trimmed seats Ventilated front seats Heated rear seats Heated steering wheel Automatic power folding side mirrors Windshield wiper de-icer Eight-way power and memory driver’s seat with power lumbar support Six-way power passenger’s seat. Sporty bright silver finish 19-inch alloy wheels LED signature lighting headlights Rear lip spoiler. Mazda6 Signature The top trim level for the Mazda6 is the Mazda6 Signature. Here are some details: Gunmetal front grille New Signature badge on the trunk Parchment or Deep Chestnut Nappa leather Authentic Japanese Sen wood Gilded UltraSuede interior accents 360º View Monitor with front and rear parking sensors Seven-inch TFT reconfigurable digital gauge display Mazda navigation system Traffic Sign Recognition SiriusXM three-year Traffic and Travel Link subscription Black headliner Frameless rearview mirror LED ambient lights Unique stitching on the leather-wrapped steering wheel. On Each Trim Level Found on every 2020 Mazda6 trim level: G-Vectoring Control Plus Available with either: Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine 187 horsepower 186 lb-ft of torque Turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5T engine 310 lb-ft of torque 250 horsepower Even More Mazda’s SKYACTIV engines are known for, cylinder-deactivation technology is standard on Mazda6’s 2.5-liter engine, which shuts off its two outside cylinders in cruising conditions for even more efficiency. A quick-shifting Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission is equipped on all Mazda6 models and includes a Sport Mode that re-calibrates the gear ratios for more spirited driving.

Did you know that the Mazda Miata has the4 Guinness World Record for the best-selling two-seater sports car? Mazda doesn’t take that lightly! Mazda loves and appreciates all of their Miata enthusiasts. Now, Mazda North American Operations will be introducing reproduction parts for first generations Mazda Miata. Keep reading for details! New Reproduction Parts These new reproduction parts will help to extend the life of vehicle sold in North America. Now, there are over 1,000 parts available for the first generation Miatas. This way, Mazda Miata owners and drivers can keep their vehicle on the road! Fan-First Mazda is what’s called a fan-first brand. The company went to Miata clubs and specialty stores in order to better understand the parts their members and customers needed most of all. The new parts will be built in Japan using the most modern materials and methods. The new parts will keep the appearance of the previous era. Many Parts Available A long list of available part will be available. This way, owners and drivers will have the confidence to restore their Miata with quality parts. “There is a pure feeling of joy when it comes to driving a Miata, of any generation,” said Masahiro Moro, Chairman and CEO of Mazda North American Operations. “Our unique Jinba-Ittai – ‘horse and rider as one’ – engineering philosophy has allowed for the engaging and exhilarating driving dynamic that has remained constant over the years, helping make the Miata an important vehicle for the brand and our fans. By helping prolong the life of MX-5 Miata NA models, Mazda is committed to supporting the roadster culture and looks forward to seeing these historic vehicles on the road – and on the track – for years to come.” More Questions? If you have any questions, please call our Beach Mazda Parts Department. We have the staff on hand ready to help you keep your classic Miata on the road!