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May 22, 2026

Small change for big gain with entry CX-5

May 22, 2026/ Richard Bosselman
Small change for big gain with entry CX-5

‘All-paw only’ delivers potentially pleasing pricing for those who thought front drive was a cheap choice.

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May 22, 2026/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-5, Touring, SP, Takami, Homura, Mazda NZ, AWD, petrol, SkyActiv-G
May 20, 2026

Mazda’s 6e electric sedan priced

May 20, 2026/ Richard Bosselman
Mazda’s 6e electric sedan priced

Bid with China-sourced 6e sedan restricts to Takami specification.

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May 20, 2026/ Richard Bosselman/
Toyota
Mazda 6e, Mazda NZ, electric, Mazda CX6e, David Hodge
March 05, 2026

New names, tech plus familiar powertrain for CX-5

March 05, 2026/ Richard Bosselman
New names, tech plus familiar powertrain for CX-5

Mazda NZ has shared detail about the product plan for its sales leader.

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March 05, 2026/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-5, Mazda NZ, Paul Sherley, SkyActiv-G, SkyActiv-Z
January 12, 2026

Mazda’s electric SUV for NZ

January 12, 2026/ Richard Bosselman
Mazda’s electric SUV for NZ

The CX-6e will sell alongside a sister sedan on a common platform with the same drivetrain. Both are here before end of 2026. 

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January 12, 2026/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-6e, 6e, Mazda NZ, Paul Sherley, David Hodge, Hiroshima, Deepal, Changan, China
November 25, 2025

Mazda NZ returning to electric zone

November 25, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Mazda NZ returning to electric zone

Bid with China-sourced 6e sedan to begin in late-2026.

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November 25, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
Dave Hodge, Changan, Mazda NZ, electric, Deepal, 6e, Mazda Australia, Hiroshma, LFP, Kodo, EX-60
August 27, 2025

Small calibre mill a no-go for big shot

August 27, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Small calibre mill a no-go for big shot

A new cost-cutter engine option for CX-60 would likely bring down the price … but perhaps also the pedigree. 

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August 27, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-60, Mazda NZ, SkyActiv-G, Paul Sherley
July 11, 2025

12 months until new CX-5, bigger wait for key hybrid

July 11, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
12 months until new CX-5, bigger wait for key hybrid

In unveiling the new generation of Mazda’s top NZ seller, Hiroshima has made clear other markets have priority.

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July 11, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-5, Mazda NZ, SkyActiv-Z, G25
July 03, 2025

Sneak look at ‘gen Z’-set CX-5

July 03, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Sneak look at ‘gen Z’-set CX-5

The full unveiling is on July 10. In the meantime, Mazda has shared these images.

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July 03, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-5, Mazda NZ, July 10, Hiroshima, Paul Sherley
April 24, 2025

Electric CX out of China

April 24, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Electric CX out of China

Mazda confirms global aspiration for large sports utility in full and range-extender electric.

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April 24, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-6e, EZ-60, Mazda, Changan, Mazda NZ, electric, BEV, EREV
March 20, 2025

Diesel still on Mazda NZ blacklist

March 20, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Diesel still on Mazda NZ blacklist

Big six compression ignition choice could be added to large CX models, but there’s no need for it, brand says.

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March 20, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-60, CX-80, CX-90, Paul Sherley, Mazda NZ, SkyActiv-D
March 19, 2025

Next CX-5 our first ‘Z’ car

March 19, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
Next CX-5 our first ‘Z’ car

Mazda New Zealand outlines intent for new petrol powertrain tech, expresses positive thought about future electrics.

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March 19, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
SkyActiv-Z, CX-5, CX-60, CX-80, CX-90, Mazda NZ, Paul Sherley, Masahiro Moro, Hiroshima
October 22, 2024

CX-80 pricing sorted, close to CX-60 but it’s seats versus spec

October 22, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
CX-80 pricing sorted, close to CX-60 but it’s seats versus spec

Pricing snugness with CX-60 sister ship might make it a seats versus spec decision.

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October 22, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
Mazda NZ, Homura, Takami, CX-80, CX-60, CX-90
August 12, 2024

Two trims, two powertrain choices for three-row CX-80

August 12, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Two trims, two powertrain choices for three-row CX-80

Plug-in hybrid spans range, 3.3-litre petrol six just for entry type.

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August 12, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-80, Mazda NZ, CX-60, PHEV, Homura, 3.3
April 19, 2024

Roomy zoom-zoom with three-row CX-80

April 19, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Roomy zoom-zoom with three-row CX-80

PHEV seems most likely for NZ circulation.

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April 19, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-80, Mazda NZ, Homura, Takami, CX-60, CX-90
February 22, 2024

Spin class: Rotary EV sought, but Japan has to agree

February 22, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Spin class: Rotary EV sought, but Japan has to agree

The most recent, third kind of MX-30 is desirable to Mazda NZ.

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February 22, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
MX-30, EV, PHEV, M-Hybrid, Mazda NZ, rotary
February 21, 2024

Ute territory too tough for Mazda NZ - BT-50 dropped

February 21, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Ute territory too tough for Mazda NZ - BT-50 dropped

National distributor has consistently had a ute in play since the mid-1960s’ - but it’s all over now.

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February 21, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
BT-50, Mazda NZ, utility, B-Series, B1500, B2000, B2600, David Hodge
February 14, 2024

BT-50 plugging on through sales bog

February 14, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
BT-50 plugging on through sales bog

Mazda NZ assures BT-50 is staying on, but says updates meted its Isuzu twin are some months from showing behind their badge.

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February 14, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
BT-50, Mazda NZ, Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, one-tonne ute, diesel, Isuzu D-Max
February 09, 2024

MX-5 revisions favour purist choice roadster

February 09, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
MX-5 revisions favour purist choice roadster

Trad open-top manual sole recipient of full dynamic refinements.

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February 09, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
MX-5, roadster, RF Limited, GT, David Hodge, Mazda NZ
January 31, 2024

Latest CX for US, not us

January 31, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Latest CX for US, not us

Mazda NZ has been quick to reinforce previous message about CX-70.

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January 31, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-70, CX-80, CX-90, CX-60, Mazda NZ
January 17, 2024

CX-30 facelift details shared

January 17, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
CX-30 facelift details shared

Minor changes are coming to Mazda’s smallest crossover.

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January 17, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Mazda
CX-30, Mazda NZ, SP25, Skyactiv
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