Category Archives: Performance

An image of the side view of the dark blue 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan

How Well Does the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Perform?

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What Are the Performance Features of the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan?

You’re in luck if you’re looking for a crossover SUV in Springfield, VA. The all-new 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan has been added to the inventory at Hall Cars in Brookfield, WI. The SUV is well-designed and has many great features. The SUV has received some design updates for 2022, including new LED headlamps, a revised bumper, a new wheel design, and a revised grille. If you think you’ll need more seating space, you can add the third row inside the cabin. Keep reading to learn more.  

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2020 CX-5 driving past a building

What kind of engine does the 2020 Mazda CX-5 have?

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The Complete 2020 Mazda Engine Guide

You may have heard or read about how responsive and efficient Mazda engines are from a review or a salesperson. Those traits are definitely something most people want in their vehicles. But many vehicles have more than one engine option. For instance, most midsize crossovers have an available four-cylinder and V6 engine.

How about the CX-5? Does it have a V6 model? Does it have any options at all? What kind of engine does the 2020 CX-5 have?

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2020 Mazda3 hatch parked on city street

Does the 2020 Mazda3 have AWD?

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2020 Mazda3 Drivetrain Options

AWD is a highly desirable feature, especially in places where drivers have to contend with tough conditions. Heavy rain, snow, ice, mud, you name it. So, when a vehicle offers an AWD option, it instantly appeals to a wider market. As such, when looking to buy a new vehicle, many prospective buyers try to find vehicles with AWD. It’s pretty common for many SUVs and crossovers to have the option. It’s a little more special when sedans, hatchbacks, and the like have it, though. So then…

Does the 2020 Mazda3 have AWD?

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2019 Miata driving down a city street

How much does the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata cost?

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2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Prices by Trim

The Mazda Miata is a racetrack icon that works just as well on the track as it does on city streets. People love the Miata for its slick styling, perfect handling, and unbeatable driver experience. Naturally, the Miata is in high demand. However, there are multiple options available on the Miata, each with their own price point. So how do you know which to choose? Let us break it down for you.

How much does the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata cost?

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Red 2015 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen parked outside under trees

Is it safe to buy a used Volkswagen with an emissions fixed TDI engine?

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Safety of the Volkswagen TDI post-Emissions Modification

You may remember ‘Dieselgate,’ the recall issued for turbocharged diesel engines on select German automobiles like Audi and Volkswagen. It was a scandal that caused Volkswagen to issue a buyback policy for various 2009-2015 models. Many of those models have now found their way back to used sales lots. For environmentally conscious drivers and diesel engine enthusiasts alike, the question remains…

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Orange 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan waiting at a crosswalk in the rain

Is the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan good off-road?

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4Motion AWD and Traction Control on the 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan

Getting stuck sucks. It always happens when you least expect it or have somewhere to be. Whether you’re driving through muddy terrain to get to your destination or you’re in the ditch because you had to swerve to avoid an accident, you still want to be able to get to where you need to be.

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Is SKYACTIV® technology worth it?

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SKYACTIV® Tech on Mazda Vehicles

The word “SKYACTIV®” gets batted around a lot in Mazda circles. Most Mazda shoppers know it has something to do with engine technology, but what does it mean, exactly? Is it just an empty label used to sell more Mazda cars? Or is there something more to it?

SKYACTIV® is actually a process that encompasses the entire vehicle in an attempt to make it as fuel-efficient as possible; it’s about more than just the engine. Mazda has reworked their design of many key parts of their models in order to improve efficiency while still delivering the incredible performance they’re known for and keeping prices reasonable.

So, enough hype- does it work? Is SKYACTIV® technology actually worth it? Read the rest of this entry >>

White 2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature sits in a parking area with the setting sun behind it. Under the hood lies the powerful turbocharged engine.

2019 Mazda CX-5 Turbo Engine: All You Need to Know

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FAQs about the 2019 Mazda CX-5 Turbocharged Engine

The standard engine on the 2019 Mazda CX-5 is pretty darn impressive; on most vehicles, it would qualify as the top tier available option. With Mazda, however, a beastly machine is what you get right off the bat. So what do you get when you want to upgrade the engine on your Mazda vehicle?

Upper trims of the 2019 Mazda CX-5 come endowed with a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder powerplant that earns the title of being one of the most powerful engines in the compact SUV class. Let’s get the lowdown on what this engine is and what it brings to the table.  Read the rest of this entry >>