Does a Turbo Mazda Need Premium Gas?
Many current turbocharged Mazda vehicles can use regular 87-octane gasoline. Their higher horsepower ratings use a specified premium grade, so the right choice depends on the engine and model year.
Many current turbocharged Mazda vehicles can use regular 87-octane gasoline. Their higher horsepower ratings use a specified premium grade, so the right choice depends on the engine and model year.
The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is a five-passenger compact SUV measuring 184.6 inches long, 73.2 inches wide without the mirrors, and 66.7 inches tall. Inside, it provides 39.9 inches of rear legroom and 33.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. Fold the rear seats, and cargo capacity expands to 66.5 cubic feet.¹
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 and 2026 Mazda CX-5 are five-passenger crossovers with standard i-Activ AWD, responsive performance, and thoughtfully arranged interiors. The CX-30 is the smaller and more affordable choice, while the all-new CX-5 provides substantially more passenger and cargo room.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has recently affected air quality across parts of the Midwest, Northeast, and Mid-Atlantic.¹ When wildfire smoke reaches the New Castle area, fine airborne particles may enter a vehicle through open windows or when the climate-control system draws in outside air.
The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is the better choice if you need three rows, while the 2026 Mazda CX-70 is the better choice if you want a two-row Mazda SUV with simpler cargo flexibility. Both SUVs share a similar premium Mazda feel, standard i-Activ AWD, available plug-in hybrid power, and confident turbocharged performance, but they are…
SUVs still get plenty of attention, but the Mazda3 is showing why compact cars never really left the conversation. Mazda recently reported that the Mazda3 sedan and hatchback combined had their best sales month since May 2021, a sign that shoppers are still making room for smaller, sharper, more personal vehicles.¹
Fuel-efficient Mazda SUVs give New Castle and Wilmington drivers more ways to cut fuel stops without giving up comfort, cargo space, available AWD confidence, or Mazda’s refined driving feel. At Nucar Mazda of New Castle, shoppers can compare compact crossovers, hybrid SUVs, and plug-in hybrid SUVs in one place, making it easier to choose the…
Shopping for safety often starts with one question: Which feature should I look for first? A newer HLDI analysis points to a better question: How well do a vehicle’s safety features work together? In a study of 2015–23 Mazda vehicles, broader bundles of driver-assistance technology were associated with larger reductions in insurance claim frequency than…
Winter driving doesn’t care how new your SUV is. What matters is how confidently it can handle slick starts, slushy turns, and those surprise temperature drops that turn “fine” roads into “take it slow” roads. That’s why the Mazda CX-9 remains a smart used SUV choice for drivers who want three-row space without giving up…
If you’re shopping Mazda SUVs in the New Castle / Wilmington area, this comparison isn’t really about “best overall.” It’s about best for the way you actually drive—weekday commutes, weekend plans, and whether plugging in fits your life.