Turbo engine. 244 hp. Modifications easy and boost power and responsiveness. Good torque from 2300 rpm up. Nice turbo kick at 2300 rpm. Tranny auto shifts at 6,000 rpm at WOT
.82 G skid pad. Very quick steering. Nice feedback. Neutral handling. Out handled all other SUVs I have test driven. Drives like my 77 Trans Am not a SUV. Vary agile, may avoid accidents.
Strong initial bite. Extremely powerful brakes. Short stopping distance. 5 star front and side crash rating.
6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees.
About $6,000 less than other SUVs with similar room,size and power. Mazdas 3.9% financing.