Mazda has announced it will unveil an all-new CX-5 compact crossover at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.
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Mazda CX-5
The importance of the CX-5 compact crossover to Mazda cannot be underestimated. Through September of 2016, it was one of only three vehicles in the lineup with better year-over-year sales when compared to 2015. Not only that, but as of September, sales of the CX-5 represent nearly 38 percent of total Mazda deliveries in 2016.
Keeping the CX-5's sales momentum going, therefore, is critical to Mazda's plans for growth in the U.S. market, which is why a successful new CX-5 is so vital to the manufacturer.
2018 Mazda CX-5
First introduced in 2012 as a 2013 model, the current CX-5, with its KODO – Soul of Motion design language is not only one of the better-looking, but also the best-handling vehicle in the compact crossover segment.
However, competition in the class remains fierce. So it appears that, even after a very successful 5-year run, Mazda feels it's time for a complete makeover.
Earlier today, Mazda issued a teaser sketch of the 2018 CX-5, along with this press release:
"Mazda Motor Corporation announced today that the all-new 2017 Mazda CX-5 will make its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show, open to the public November 18-27. Mazda will hold a press conference at 12:50 p.m. on November 16, the first of two press days.
With the all-new CX-5 crossover SUV, Mazda has further refined every element of its design and technology to offer new dimensions of driving pleasure. Taking the KODO—Soul of Motion design concept to a new level, the company has honed the car’s beauty, imparting a powerful combination of sophistication and strength."
Stay tuned.
