The Best Mazda Vehicles for Summer Road Trips
Looking to hit the open road this summer? Mazda has a fun, sporty lineup that’s perfect for enabling your next getaway.
Mazda3 hatchback
If you’re on a road trip for two, the Mazda3 hatchback has what it takes to transport you in style, safety and comfort. It comes standard with climate control, comfortable seating for up to five passengers, and an eight-speaker stereo system. Take advantage of the foldable rear seats to open up 20.1 cubic feet of cargo room — more than enough to haul your luggage for a weekend getaway. Plus, it gets up to 36 mpg on the highway.
Drive confidently: The Mazda3 Hatchback
Mazda CX-5
The Mazda CX-5 boasts everything you’d want for an adventure machine — like a spacious cabin with room for up to five people and a cool 31 mpg when cruising on the highway. Even with all of the seats filled, the CX-5 can accommodate 30.9 cubic feet of gear. You can also fold down the seats to bring along 59.6 cubic feet of cargo. For a more comfortable and convenient vacation, opt for the hands-free power liftgate, dual-zone automatic climate control, and ventilated front seats. Plus, you and your passengers will get some summer allergy relief from the CX-5’s standard pollen-filtering air conditioning system.
Mazda CX-9
If you’re looking to bring along the whole crew, go for the Mazda CX-9. It offers three rows of seating, available three-zone climate control, available ventilated front seats, and a whole host of driver-assist safety features. Plus, it’s got a maximum of 71.9 cubic feet of cargo space and it nets 28 mpg highway. It can even tow up to 3,500 pounds, allowing you can bring along a boat, ATVs, jet skis, or a trailer.
The Perfect Adventure Machine:The Mazda CX-5
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Nothing says “summer” like zipping down the highway in a convertible — which makes the Mazda Miata the perfect weekend getaway vehicle for couples. While the Miata is light on cargo space, it more than makes up for it with thrilling driving dynamics, 181 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 35 mpg on the highway. The sporty roadster even offers practical features like a locking center console, a built-in navigation system, and a suite of driver-assist features, like Blind Spot Monitoring.
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