[Zunflower]

Is it a one wide, one head, flying purple people beater?

If they’re bringing purple back I am totally on board with it.
Looks like those styling cues look way better on the next Gen crossovers than it does tacked on the CX-5.

 

[ice4life]

I'm getting more aventurine red vibes, than purple.

 

[Smigelski]

If they’re bringing purple back I am totally on board with it.
Looks like those styling cues look way better on the next Gen crossovers than it does tacked on the CX-5.

Porsche has a 'Copy Ruby Metallic' color now that replaced the brown. It looks pretty purple in the configurator, but in person it's more 'black cherry with a hint of bown/gold.'

I'm all for more purple cars

My 1991 Plymouth Acclaim a buddy painted Deep Amethyst Pearl for me:

 

[michel96]

You know the GLE is sold with a 4 as it’s base volume trim, right? And look at the EPA of the Volvo…it gets better fuel economy and emissions while giving similar acceleration.

I do. But amazingly, no the GLE 2.0Toy doesn't get better mpg overall, even with 100HP less!

And prove your last part (because I proved the contrary - same mpg). X5 xdrive40 0-60is around 5s while the XC90 T6 is around6.

The number of cylinders don't matter.

Yeah, yeah, sure, sure. Tell your nonsense story to Corvette and Mustang GT owners who can't wait to get a 4-cyl.... not!

 

[Senior Member]

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Is it weird that I know exactly where that pic was taken!

Google Maps

Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

www.google.com

 

[BRealistic]

My 1991 Plymouth Acclaim a buddy painted Deep Amethyst Pearl for me:
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2.5 auto? While not fast or flashy.. these were good cars even in base form.
My mother loved her 89 Acclaim. (shrug)
I liked the room.
But purple? lol.

 

[BRealistic]

I do. But amazingly, no the GLE 2.0Toy doesn't get better mpg overall, even with 100HP less!

Sometimes smaller engines are chosen to offer a cheaper to make version, not to make it more efficient.
And furthermore- you are comparing a normal ICE vehicle to a hybrid.

 

[proximal]

I'm getting more aventurine red vibes, than purple.

The color is Mazda's new Artisan Red, which is meant to look like red wine.

MAZDA NEWSROOM｜Artisan Red Premium New Special Body Color Developed by Mazda｜NEWS RELEASES

Everything you need to know about what's going on. Includes up to date news releases, production and sales results and archives, or sign up for your own RSS news feed.

newsroom.mazda.com

 

[Mazda 3s]

The color is Mazda's new Artisan Red, which is meant to look like red wine.

MAZDA NEWSROOM｜Artisan Red Premium New Special Body Color Developed by Mazda｜NEWS RELEASES

Everything you need to know about what's going on. Includes up to date news releases, production and sales results and archives, or sign up for your own RSS news feed.

newsroom.mazda.com

 

[linuxology]

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[BRealistic]

Ant?
Interior tidbit about the (longitudinal) inline 6 giving more front suspension room was interesting.
I fully believe Mazda has (always had) the capability to engineer world class driving vehicles- the question is always about the resources to properly engineer and deliver.

 

[Ark6]

Ant?
Interior tidbit about the (longitudinal) inline 6 giving more front suspension room was interesting.
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I think that is gained just from a switch to a RWD based platform. The added benefit is easier serviceability too.

 

[BRealistic]

I think that is gained just from a switch to a RWD based platform. The added benefit is potentially easier serviceability too.

Fixed!
We can only hope.
Manufacturers stopped caring about serviceability a few decades ago.

 

[2.0_Mazda]

Fixed!
We can only hope.
Manufacturers stopped caring about serviceability a few decades ago.

I disagree on that one. Complexity of the powertrains have increased, but standard servicing feels pretty well thought out, for Mazda that is.

For oil changes, my 2019 is far easier than my 2008 Mazda 3, or 2001 Protégé. For my first gen, it required just the cartridge change (which is quite messy) and remove the entire aero panel. My Protégé required me to go to proctology class as the filter near the firewall. Engine air filter, cabin air filter are all really easy with the 4th gen 3. I haven't done plugs yet but they look pretty darn simple. Fortunately, that's the only servicing I've ever had to do on my cars.

 

[CTK]

YMMV. V6 in my TLX still has the oil filter directly over the right LCA. And a damn timing belt 🤦‍♂️ I guess that is an example of old tech having worse maintenance lol.

 

[BRealistic]

I disagree on that one. Complexity of the powertrains have increased, but standard servicing feels pretty well thought out, for Mazda that is.

That's a good sign then.
The last Mazda I had was the 04 RX8.... and that was an anomaly car anyways.
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With the way our economics (the cost of everything is too damn high!) and dealership support (no free loaners anymore and vague scheduling for mainstream brands) are headed.... I think getting back to cars we can service ourselves with simple tools is a good idea.

 

[TangoRed]

That's a good sign then.
The last Mazda I had was the 04 RX8.... and that was an anomaly car anyways.
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With the way our economics (the cost of everything is too damn high!) and dealership support (no free loaners anymore and vague scheduling for mainstream brands) are headed.... I think getting back to cars we can service ourselves with simple tools is a good idea.

Luxury brands barely want to give you loaners these days. Hopefully they stop being so stingy as inventory ramps back up.

 

[2.0_Mazda]

 

[BRealistic]

It's amazing how much high quality video they can make about a new car and literally tell you nothing.

 

[2.0_Mazda]

I agree. It looks nice though.