Four Mazdas Named 2026 Car and Driver Editors' Choice
The 2026 Mazda CX-30, the 2026 Mazda CX-50, the 2026 Mazda Mazda3, and the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata all made the cut. Each vehicle offers balanced driving enjoyment, eye-catching style, and a high-quality interior.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports (CR) have named several Mazda models to the updated list of recommended new and used vehicles for teen drivers. This is a testament to Mazda’s dedication to developing remarkably secure automobiles. Parents will appreciate knowing their children are behind the wheel of a safe ride. Mazda’s cars and SUVs are built to provide superior impact protection and offer several advanced driver-assistance technologies that help you avoid an accident.
If an automaker has one vehicle that earns a top safety rating in a year, that is something to celebrate, but Mazda has earned eight! With that number of awards, Mazda has earned more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) ratings in 2024 than any other automaker. While it has several standout models that have earned the prestigious safety recognition, the Mazda CX-70 and the CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid are models that specifically earned the highest safety award possible.
Mazda remains focused on building some of the most secure vehicles on the market. For the 2024 model year, no other automotive brand has collected more Top SAFETY PICK+ awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Mazda3 sedan, the Mazda3 hatchback, the CX-30 compact crossover, the CX-50 small crossover, and the CX-90 three-row crossover all earned this top accolade.
Each year, U.S. News & World Report publishes a list of the best automotive brands for different vehicle classes, and it has recently named Mazda the 2024 Best SUV Brand. The specific models reviewed are the CX-30, the CX-5, the CX-90, and the CX-50. The magazine’s editor mentioned the classy interiors and exteriors, the easy-to-use technologies, and the spirited performances of these models. In addition, he cited the range of models, which include everything from a subcompact crossover to a three-row model and a PHEV.
The 2023 Mazda CX-5 has been recognized as the Best Compact SUV for the Money by U.S. News & World Report, cementing its position as a leading contender in the SUV market. Offering a comfortable and efficient ride, a stylish and refined interior, and top-of-the-line safety features, the CX-5 has earned its place among the best of the best. Whether you're looking for a daily commuter or a versatile family vehicle, the 2023 CX-5 has something to offer, making it a great choice for anyone in the market for a compact SUV.
The all-new 2023 Mazda3 has achieved the highest rating in the new Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) side impact test. The Mazda3 is one of only two small cars to reach the top rating in the new test. It is designed to replicate how vehicles perform in a side collision with a large SUV or pickup truck.