Question 1

What is the difference between Mazda's e-Skyactiv G and e-Skyactiv X?

Accepted Answer

The 2.5 e-Skyactiv G is a conventional spark-ignition petrol engine with 140 PS in the Mazda3 and CX-30. The 2.0 e-Skyactiv X uses Mazda's spark-controlled compression ignition for 186 PS, and on the CX-30 it is also offered with all-wheel drive.

Question 2

Are Mazda's petrol engines mild hybrids?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the 'e-' in e-Skyactiv G and e-Skyactiv X marks Mazda's M Hybrid system, which recovers energy when braking and assists the engine. It cannot drive the car on electricity alone and never needs charging. The MX-5's 1.5 Skyactiv-G has no such system.

Question 3

Which petrol Mazda can I get with a manual gearbox?

Accepted Answer

The Mazda3 and CX-30 come with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic with either engine, and the MX-5 comes with a six-speed manual. The CX-5 comes with an automatic.

Question 4

How much road tax does a new petrol Mazda pay?

Accepted Answer

A petrol car pays the MRB on its massa rijklaar with no fuel surcharge, plus your province's opcenten, billed per quarter. The light MX-5 is therefore cheaper to tax than the heavier CX-5.

Question 5

When does a new petrol Mazda need its first APK?

Accepted Answer

Four years after its first registration, then at six and eight years and every year after that. A diesel or LPG car is tested from three years.

New petrol Mazdas for sale in the Netherlands

Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Prime-Line

Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Kazari

Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Homura

Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Exclusive-Line

Mazda MX-5 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Yakudo

Mazda MX-5 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Prime-Line

Mazda MX-5 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Kazari

Mazda MX-5 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Homura

Mazda MX-5 1.5 Skyactiv-G 136pk 6MT Exclusive-Line

Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 e-Skyactiv G 140pk 6MT Takumi