ALL-NEW MAZDA3 SALOON TO DEBUT AT LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW

Mazda has confirmed that the four-door saloon version of the all-new Mazda3, completely redesigned for the first time in five years, will be revealed at the Los Angeles Auto Show on 19th November 2008.

 

The all-new Mazda3, which is the latest evolution of Mazda's next generation Zoom‑Zoom products, follows the introduction of the all‑new Mazda2 and all-new Mazda6 last year.  The all-new Mazda3 will be revealed during Mazda's press conference at LA Auto Show from 12:20 to 12:45 (local time).

 

Every element of the all-new Mazda3 has been developed resulting in a more refined, sporty ride, top class fuel economy and quietness. Environmental and safety features, based on Mazda's long-term "Sustainable Zoom-Zoom" vision, aim to achieve a balance with its fun-to-drive attributes. Add in a new expressive face and Mazda's dynamic design elements, and the all-new Mazda3 is everything a driver could ask for in a sporty, family car.

 

The brand new version of Mazda's best-selling family car continues the pedigree of the current Mazda3, offering a refreshing alternative to buyers in this segment. Since its launch in 2003, the current Mazda3 has sold approximately 1.8 million vehicles in over 100 countries, including 13,000 sales in the UK last year and almost 8,000 sales here so far this year.  The Mazda3 has won more than 90 global motoring awards to date. The Mazda3 accounts for almost one in three Mazdas sold every year globally.

 

Following the world debut of the North American specification saloon at the show, the five-door hatchback version will be revealed in line with Mazda's global sales schedule.

 

FANTASTIC DEALS ON MAZDA MOTABILITY VEHICLES

Rivervale Mazda in Brighton is offering a range of fabulous deals on Mazda cars especially suitable for disabled people and their families.  Many models, including the Mazda2 supermini, Mazda3 (with optional automatic transmission), and the Mazda MX-5, are available through the Motability scheme until the end of December 2008 with no advanced payments.

 

Motability is a national UK charity that helps disabled people to achieve greater mobility on the road.  Set up by the government in 1977, its aim is to provide vehicles and powered wheelchairs for disabled people.   

 

“We are delighted to be able to provide our customers with such a large range of Motability vehicles,” commented Malcolm Hance, dealer principal at Rivervale Mazda.  “We offer more than 50 different versions of Mazda cars on the Motability scheme to suit all tastes and needs.  Customers will be highly impressed with the safety, reliability and sporty performance of all of our Mazda Motability cars.”

 

The Victoria Road dealership also offers three different payment plans; contract hire and purchase hire schemes for new cars and a hire purchase scheme for used vehicles.

 

Until the 31 December 2008, Motability customers can take advantage of a no advance payment offer on a selection of Mazda2 models, including the Mazda2 1.3 TS Air Con 3dr and 5dr models.  Voted ‘World Car of the Year 2008’, the new Mazda2 is 100kg lighter than its predecessor and offers low CO₂'s and excellent fuel economy.  The line-up expanded to 10 models in May with the arrival of the exciting three-door hatchback body style.  With a starting price of just £8,099 on-the-road the Mazda2 TS 3dr (1.3-litre, 75ps petrol) is one of the most price-competitive small cars in the UK.

 

Also available with no advance payment on the Motability scheme are a number of Mazda3 models, including the Mazda3 1.6 5dr Takara.  The 12-strong line-up of upgraded Mazda3 cars was introduced in May offering customers even better value for money. 

The four new Takara models are priced from £13,595 on-the-road and replace the previous TS variants.  Standard equipment on Takara models includes climate control air conditioning, electric front and rear windows (with global opening/closing), integrated steering wheel audio controls, driver’s seat adjustable lumbar support, rear seat centre armrest plus 16-inch alloy wheels, leather rimmed steering wheel and gear knob, a trip computer and a 6-CD auto-changer. 

 

The Mazda MX-5 1.8i Option Pack is also on offer with no advance payment.  The third generation Mazda MX-5 has improved fuel economy and reduced CO₂ outputs, thanks to Mazda’s weight-reducing ‘gram strategy’.  The soft-top can be opened and closed in just a few seconds, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe –– named ‘Best Convertible’ in the 2008 Auto Express New Car Awards –– boasts the world’s fastest-folding powered retractable hard-top ­­–– up or down in just 12 seconds.  

 

Customers can choose from a line-up of soft-top models priced from £15,750 on-the-road or Roadster Coupe models priced from £18,600. 

 

To find out more about the Mazda range or to arrange a test-drive, please call Rivervale Mazda on 01273 707007 or visit the showroom at Victoria Road, Brighton.

 

UPGRADED MAZDA6 SETS NEW CLASS STANDARDS

Rivervale Mazda in Brighton is offering customers a number of great deals on the Mazda6 until the end of the year, including typical 0 per cent APR* finance on all models.

 

Until 31 December 2008, the Victoria Road-based dealership is also offering the Mazda Service Plan free of charge on all models (valid for the first three annual services) and free Smart Nav –– worth £700 –– on Sport and SL models of Mazda6.

 

“The upgraded Mazda6 has retained and enhanced many of the original model’s distinctive design features that set it apart from other vehicles,” comments Malcolm Hance, dealer principal at Rivervale Mazda.  “Not only is this new car one of the most stylish in its class, its performance, practicality and economy figures are amongst the best available.”

 

The current Mazda6 was introduced at the end of 2007 and is an even more stylish, functional and economical car than its predecessor, which was popular with both families and company car drivers.  This year Mazda has introduced 10 diesels and nine estates to complete the 25-strong range, which is priced from £15,110 on-the-road, with CO₂ emissions from just 147g/km.

 

The latest Mazda6 –– named ‘Best New Car’ at the 2008 Fleet World Honours –– has achieved a weight loss of up to 50kg, despite being even better equipped with enhanced comfort and safety features over its predecessor.  Mazda believes that reducing weight and improving the car’s fuel efficiency and CO₂ emissions should not have a detrimental effect on the car’s performance.  The upgraded Mazda6 still competes with the best in its class with the 2.5-litre Sport achieving 0-62mph in 8.3 seconds and a top speed of 137mph.

 

The Mazda6 boasts five equipment levels –– S, TS, TS², Sport and a Sports Luxury ‘SL’ level.  The SL matches the performance of the Sport model but has a more discreet exterior and more luxurious interior, with full leather seats (heated in front), front and rear parking sensors and an electric sunroof 

 

To find out more about the Mazda6 range or to arrange a test-drive call, Rivervale Mazda on 01273 707007 or visit the Victoria Road showroom in Brighton.

 

 

*All Mazda6 models 6.9% APR HP and PCP

Retail sales only. Subject to availability at participating dealers only on vehicles registered between 1 October 2008 and 31 December 2008. *6.9% APR finance available on every all-new Mazda6 model. Finance subject to status. Guarantees / Indemnities may be required. Mazda Credit CM13 3AR.

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NEW MAZDA RX-8 R3 DELIVERS EVEN MORE DRIVING FUN

Sports car fans can now buy the new version of the Mazda RX-8 at Rivervale Mazda in Brighton with typical 4.9 per cent APR* finance.  The latest rotary-engined, four‑seater, four-door coupe is on sale at the Victoria Road showroom priced at £24,995 (on‑the‑road).  Powered by the unique 231ps twin-rotor engine, the new Mazda RX-8 R3 offers drivers a heightened experience with faster steering, chassis and engine responses, more refinement, more equipment and even greater value. 

 

"The Mazda RX-8 is already a design classic.  There really isn't anything else like it on the market," enthuses Malcolm Hance dealer principal at Rivervale Mazda.  "Mazda has been perfecting the rotary engine for 40 years, and the RX-8's RENESIS twin‑rotor power unit's mix of high-revving smoothness, reliability and performance is very special.  At under £25,000, the new Mazda RX-8 R3 is still incredibly good value for a 146mph sports car with the ability to reach 62mph in just 6.4 seconds."

 

The Mazda RX-8 has always had the appearance of a classic sports car with a powerful‑looking and dynamic exterior design.  This has now been enhanced by the standard‑fit Sports Styling Pack, which comprises a sport front bumper, side skirts and rear wing all finished in body colour.  The new model's front wings no longer feature the air‑extractor vents behind the wheel arches and accommodate the turn-repeater lights instead.  In addition, it also has a larger five-point grille, new front headlamps, new front fender designs, new twin round LED rear lamps and a redesigned rear bumper with larger exhaust pipes.

 

The more aggressive appearance is complemented by the all-new larger diameter 19-inch alloy wheels with ultra-low profile tyres.  These extra-light wheels have five 'rotor‑shaped' spokes and are finished in dark titanium. 

 

The new Mazda RX-8 R3 is available in four new body colours –– Aurora Blue Mica, Crystal White Pearlescent, Diamond Grey Metallic and Sparkling Black Mica –– and two carry-over colours, Sunlight Silver Metallic and Velocity Red Mica.  Whatever colour customers choose, there is no additional charge. 

 

"The changes made for the Mazda RX-8 R3 have not detracted in any way from the unique selling points that made the Mazda RX-8 such a stunning car at its 2003 launch," explains Malcolm Hance "Mazda RX-8 is still the world's only rotary-engined production car and, that very rare creation, a genuine four-seater coupe.  The freestyle doors ensure good access and the car has the typical Mazda functionality, practicality and reliability that also make it a 'use-me-every-day' kind of car."

 

"With the new-look Sports Styling Pack for the Mazda RX-8 R3, Mazda is taking a step back towards its sports car heritage, giving its coupe the appearance of a Japanese racing car," added Mark Cameron, Mazda UK sales director.  "The model delivers an even more focused and sporty driving experience, while retaining the original model's many uniquely attractive technical innovations and adding numerous premium features.  The new Mazda RX-8, together with the Mazda MX-5, is sure to maintain Mazda's position as 'Britain's favourite sportscar brand'."

 

To find out more about the new Mazda RX-8 R3 or to arrange a test-drive, please call Rivervale Mazda on 01273 707007 or visit the showroom at Victoria Road, Brighton.

 

*Mazda RX-8 R3-- 4.9% APR HP

Retail sales only. Subject to availability at participating dealers only on vehicles registered between

1 October 2008 and 31 December 2008. *4.9% APR available on Mazda Hire Purchase on all Mazda RX-8 R3 models with a 20% minimum deposit required. Finance subject to status. Guarantees / Indemnities may be required. Mazda Credit CM13 3AR.

 

 

MAZDA DEALER HELPS SAVE LIVES

Rivervale Mazda in Brighton is urging drivers to slow down for National Road Safety Week.  The Victoria Road based Mazda dealership is throwing its weight behind the annual event, which aims to highlight the need for safer driving to cut the number of deaths and injuries caused on the nation’s roads.  National Road Safety Week is organised by the road safety charity Brake and will be held from 10 -16 November 2008.  All proceeds raised will be used to support families bereaved by road crashes. 

 

“Mazda is committed to road safety and we hope that by taking part in this important initiative we can help prevent road crashes and save lives,” explained Malcolm Hance, dealer principal at Rivervale Mazda.  “Every year hundreds of people are killed or seriously injured by careless drivers but many of these accidents can be avoided by drivers simply slowing down and being more considerate of other road users and pedestrians. Rivervale Mazda wants to help ensure that Brighton is a safe place.”

 

The theme of this year’s event is ‘'Family Safety –– Protect the Ones you Love'.  “We hope everyone will support us in our attempt to make our community a safer place,” added Malcolm Hance.

 

To find out more about the Mazda range or to arrange a test-drive, please call Rivervale Mazda on 01273 707007 or visit the showroom at Victoria Road, Brighton.

 

 

 

UPGRADED MAZDA3 DELIVERS AMAZING VALUE

Rivervale Mazda in Brighton is offering a fabulous package of special finance offers and 'customer savings' to drivers purchasing a Mazda3.  Customers who order the family-sized Mazda3 before the end of December 2008 will get the chance to take advantage of a number of typical 0 per cent APR* finance deals across the whole range, while those buying a Sport model will benefit from savings up to £610 before the end of December 2008.

 

"The Mazda3 is a fantastic car and was highly praised by judges at consumer organisation Which? when it named Mazda 'Best Carmaker 2008'," commented Malcolm Hance, dealer principal at Rivervale Mazda in Victoria Road.  "Having built a reputation for an involving drive, reliability and functionality, the Mazda3 is true to the Mazda boast that there is the soul of a sports car in every model.  We are encouraging drivers to come and test-drive the Mazda3 and take advantage of our excellent deals."

 

The 14-strong line-up of upgraded Mazda3 cars was introduced in May 2008 offering customers even better value for money.  The upgraded Mazda3 has a number of generous specification enhancements that build on the qualities that have made the medium-sized family car one of the best selling Mazda models in Europe. 

 

Four new Takara models, priced from £13,595 on-the-road, replace the previous TS variants.  Standard equipment on Takara models includes climate control air conditioning, electric front and rear windows (with global opening/closing), integrated steering wheel audio controls, driver's seat adjustable lumbar support, rear seat centre armrest plus 16-inch alloy wheels, leather rimmed steering wheel and gear knob, a trip computer and a 6-CD auto-changer. 

 

The entry level Mazda3 S is available as a five-door hatchback powered by either a 1.4 84ps petrol engine or 1.6-litre 90ps diesel.  Additional equipment includes an auxiliary audio jack and 12V power socket, while the CD player is now MP3 compatible.  The on-the-road price now starts at £11,440.

 

New for the upgraded line-up are the two Mazda3 1.6 Sport models (hatchback and saloon), both priced at £14,995 until 31 December –– a saving of £210.  These models have most of the range-topping equipment from the 2.0 Sport –– such as the full Sport styling kit, 17-inch alloy wheels, Xenon headlights, rain sensing wipers and autolights, rear combination lamps with LED lights and a premium BOSE^® audio system with seven speakers –– and three new items, chrome exhaust, black interior trim with red stitching and privacy glass.

 

The three Mazda3 2.0 Sport models are upgraded to feature leather seats as standard.  The two petrol versions are priced at £15,995 and the diesel at £17,395 until 31 December –– a saving of £610.

 

Mazda3 possesses one of the segment's best active and passive safety packages.  Active measures include an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) as standard on all models.  Passive measures encompass driver and front passenger airbags, front side airbags, full-length curtain airbags (on all but the entry-level S hatchback), seatbelts with pretensioners and load‑limiters, and both a collapsible steering column and brake pedal.

 

To find out more about the Mazda3 range or to arrange a test-drive, please call Rivervale Mazda on 01273 707007 or visit the showroom at Victoria Road, Brighton.

 

*All Mazda3 models 0% APR HP and PCP

Retail sales only. Subject to availability at participating dealers only on vehicles registered between 1 October 2008 and 31 December 2008. *0% APR finance available on all Mazda3 models with no minimum deposit required. Finance subject to status. Guarantees / Indemnities may be required. Mazda Credit CM13 3AR.

 

*All Mazda3 all models 0% APR CashPlan

Retail sales only. Subject to availability at participating dealers only on vehicles registered between 1 October 2008 and 31 December 2008. *0% APR Mazda MultiOption CashPlan available on all Mazda3 models over a 12 month term only. Finance subject to status. Guarantees / Indemnities may be required. Mazda Credit CM13 3AR.

 

 

FREE INSURANCE AVAILABLE ON WORLD CAR OF THE YEAR 2008 - THE MAZDA2

Rivervale Mazda in Victoria Road is now offering customers a host of special offers on the Mazda2, World Car of the Year 2008, including free insurance.  Buyers (aged between 21 to 70 years) of the Mazda2 3dr Sport models can take advantage of 12 months free insurance on cars registered between 1 October and 31 December 2008. 

 

Drivers can also purchase all versions of the new Mazda2 hatchback at Rivervale Mazda with typical 6.9 per cent APR* finance before the end of December 2008.

 

“The new Mazda2 is one of the very best cars available in the supermini market,” commented Malcolm Hance, dealer principal at Rivervale Mazda.  “It boasts distinctive styling, a spacious cabin and excellent driving dynamics as well as low running costs and low CO₂ emissions.  We encourage everyone to come and take the supermini for a test-drive and experience for themselves why it was voted World Car of the Year 2008.”

 

The Mazda2 5dr, which was introduced in September 2007, broke the industry trend for increasing weight and size with each successive replacement model.  Thanks to Mazda’s weight-reducing ‘gram strategy’, the new Mazda2 is 100kg lighter, leading to excellent fuel consumption –– up to 65.7mpg.  It also gives the range a CO₂ emissions rating starting at 114g/km, equating to an annual road tax rate of just £35.  Occupant safety levels are still amongst the best in class and whilst the three-door model is yet to be tested by Euro NCAP, a best possible five star rating is expected to match the Mazda2 five-door performance.

 

Largely in recognition of Mazda's 'dare to be different approach', the new Mazda2 was named ‘World Car of the Year 2008’ beating a list of 39 other contenders, including the short-listed Ford Mondeo and Mercedes C-Class.  Previous winners of this coveted award include the Lexus LS460, BMW 3-Series and Audi A6.

 

Both the three-door and five-door versions of new Mazda2 share common exterior and interior dimensions.  The differences between the two body styles are the rear seat shoulder room, which is 25mm larger in the five-door model as well as the three-door’s front door being 220mm longer than the five-door.

 

The exceptionally generous standard equipment on the new three-door model of the Mazda2 parallels the five-door’s specification closely with only a few differences.  The three-door model features ‘tilt-and-slide’ front seats to allow access to the rear seats, unique side sills in the Sports Styling Kit and the exclusive availability of Crystal White Pearlescent exterior paint on all models.

 

With a starting price of just £8,099 on-the-road the Mazda2 TS 3dr (1.3-litre, 75ps petrol) is one of the most price-competitive small cars in the UK.  Prices for the Mazda2 5dr start at £8,599.

 

The most recent additions to the Mazda2 range are the four new Mazda2 1.3 ‘TS Air con’ models, priced from £8,599 (3dr 1.3 75ps), rising to £10,099 for the 5dr 1.4D 68ps.

 

To find out more about the 14-strong Mazda2 range or to arrange a test-drive, please call Rivervale Mazda on 01273 707007 or visit the Victoria Road showroom in Brighton.

 

*Mazda2 models 6.9% APR HP and PCP

Retail sales only. Subject to availability at participating dealers only on vehicles registered between

1 October 2008 and 31 December 2008.  *6.9% APR finance available on every all-new Mazda2 model. Finance subject to status. Guarantees / Indemnities may be required. Mazda Credit CM13 3AR.