The Mazda Flair Crossover is based on the Suzuki Hustler which is a very popular SUV styled mini wagon. Suzuki has had success in building small SUVs styled road cars and this trend seems to be catching on here in Kenya. The Mazda Flair has been in production for 2 generations starting from 2014 to present. The exterior adopts a retro styling with a face that comes with round headlights and an angular finish. Towards the rear, it takes on a boxy shape that is finished off with a flat tailgate. It somehow resembles the Jimny albeit in a smaller package. It comes in XG and XS. The XS is the luxurious version that comes with alloy rims, fog lights and turbo charged engine. On the inside, it’s laid out in a simple and functional way. The instrument panel is modern with crystal clear…

Mazda released the CX-3 in 2015 hot on the heels of the wildly successful CX-5 that was an instant hit globally. We had predicted the success of the CX-5 in the Kenyan market before it became a hit here and similarly, we think the CX-3 will totally dominate the compact SUV market here. This category is currently dominated by the Nissan Juke, Nissan Dualis, Subaru XV but the CX-3 is on another level. The Honda Vezel comes close but its still not on the same level. On the outside, the CX-3 is well designed and it oozes of style. Mazda chose to stay with the winning formula of the CX-5 and differences are size only. The front is angular with modern LED headlamps and a large grille that gives it a sporty and masculine look. Towards the rear, it curves smoothly and is accented…

The Mazda Roadster RF is a 2 passenger sports car that has been in production from 1989 to present. It’s known as the Mazda MX-5 in Japan and it’s a favorite car for young people due to its affordability compared to other sports cars. In Kenya, the Roadster RF is not as popular due to low demand for 2-seater cars as most people have families and they prefer bigger cars. Nevertheless, the Mazda Roadster RF is an excellent weekend car for those who don’t mind its limited seating capacity. The third generation (2015-Present) comes with a 1.5-Litre SKYACTIV G engine that is linked to either a 6-Speed Manual Transmission or a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission and its only available in 2WD . On the outside, the Roadster RF resembles the defunct Mazda RX-8, and it comes with a sporty body that is available either as…

The Mazda MX-5 is a 2 passenger sports car that has been in production from 1989 to present. It’s known as the Mazda Roadster in Japan and it’s a favorite car for young people due to its affordability compared to other sports cars. In Kenya, the MX-5 is not as popular due to low demand for 2-seater cars as most people have families and they prefer bigger cars. Nevertheless, the Mazda MX-5 is an excellent weekend car for those who don’t mind its limited seating capacity. The third generation (2015-Present) comes with a 1.5-Litre SKYACTIV G engine that is linked to either a 6-Speed Manual Transmission or a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission and its only available in 2WD . On the outside, the MX-5 resembles the defunct Mazda RX-8, and it comes with a sporty body that is available either as a convertible or a…

The Mazda B was a line of pickup trucks that were in production from 1961 to 2006. They were popular in many countries especially Thailand, Philippines, South Africa and Australia. In Kenya, they never saw much action as they were overshadowed by the more popular Toyota Hilux and Isuzu Tougher/D-Max. The last generation – 5th generation Mazda B was in production from 1998 to 2006 and it is the same as the Ford Ranger of that period. It came with a selection petrol and diesel engines that were linked to manual and automatic transmissions. Mazda B Maintenance Costs In Kenya Spare parts are shared with the Ford Ranger and they are affordable and widely available in Kenya Mazda B Reliability In Kenya The most commonly reported problems with the Mazda B are; Injector problems Smoking Vibrations. Mazda B Alternatives you can buy in Kenya:…

The Mazda RX-8 is a 4-seater sports car that was in production from 2003 to 2012. It comes with a 1.3-Litre Wankel Rotary engine, which greatly attributed to its demise. The Wankel Rotary engine uses pressure for motion and its an inefficient engine that consumes more fuel and is not friendly in terms of emissions. Due to its complex engineering, the Mazda RX-8 was largely shunned in the Kenyan market and very few of them were imported to this market. On the inside, the RX-8 is set up like a proper sports car. It comes with two-tone bucket seats that are firm and upright. The dashboard is calibrated for maximum driver attention and all the controls are placed within reach. The rear seats are firm and comfortable with a centre console that adds a touch of refinement. On the outside, the RX-8 resembles an…

The Mazda Familia is a long running car that has been in production for many years starting from 1963 to present. Initially it was produced in-house by Mazda but from 1994, it has been based on other car models from Nissan and Toyota. From 1994 to 2018, it was based on the Nissan Advan and from 2018 to present, it’s based on the Toyota Probox. The Mazda Familia is not a popular car in the Kenyan and most buyers prefer either the Wingroad or the Probox. On the inside, the 9th generation Familia (2009 – 2018) is exactly the same as the Nissan Advan/Wingroad. It comes with a basic but functional interior with a well laid out dashboard that comes with a Radio/CD player and manual air conditioning. The exterior is also the same as the Nissan Advan/Wingroad and it’s a station wagon that…

The Mazda 6 is also known as the Mazda Atenza in the Japanese market and consequently in the Kenyan market as well. The Mazda 6 is a 5-seater, midsized saloon and station that has been in production for three generations since 2002. It remains one of the most impressive Japanese cars we’ve driven. Its build quality is exceptional starting from the well crafted exterior to the tastefully furnished interior, everything feels right. It’s available in station wagon and saloon body types with a range of powerful but yet economical engines in the lineup. It competes with the BMW 3 series, Mercedes C200, Toyota Mark X, Subaru Legacy, VW Passat and Audi A4 On the inside, the Mazda 6 is a fairly spacious car with enough room on both rows. Being a front wheel drive, the absence of a transmission tunnel frees up more space…