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MAZDA TEST REVIEW

When the test vehicle arrived, our bags were waiting and we of 120km/h, even when loaded.
immediately loaded up and headed straight for the farm. The 60km Fuel economy is another strong point of this engine – our overall
long stretch of dirt road was dispatched in smooth comfort with the consumption for the week, over 600km covered in all conditions, was
BT in 4H setting and I attained speeds higher than I’ve achieved in any 8.7l/100km.
other double cab. Traction was excellent and the vehicle remained With prices ranging from R611 900 to R794 900 as tested, and
stable throughout. A large amount of driving around the farm on some considering that Mazda still offers the 3-year/unlimited mileage
rudimentary farm tracks simply backed up this initial impression. warranty and service plans as standard, I think that the leisure double
For the return trip, we loaded 400kg on the back and traversed cab market now has a new, very strong contender.
tar roads only. The vehicle was again smooth, stable and showed no
differences in drive or handling. It easily maintained a cruising speed Click here for video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rd6w8NxltFs

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