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The 2024 Mazda CX-50 combines a refined, sophisticated design with the utility and performance you need to take on tough terrain. Explore the features of this versatile compact crossover, which was introduced as an all-new model just last year, then schedule your test drive to experience the CX-50 in person. more 2024 Mazda CX-50 Power and Performance The base powertrain for the 2024 Mazda CX-50 is a 187-horsepower engine, while the top-tier trim levels include a turbocharged engine that gets 256 hp. The upgraded engine includes three selectable drive modes, paddle shifters, and adaptive headlights. Both powertrains come with all-wheel drive and six-speed automatic transmission. With the base model, you'll get up to an EPA-estimated 31 highway miles per gallon with the CX-50. Most CX-50 trims have 8.3 inches of ground clearance, which expands to 8.5 in the offroad-focused Meridian trim. That model also comes with all-terrain tires and gives you the option to add front and rear splash guards, a roof platform, and crossbars. The CX-50 is also rated to tow up to 2,000 pounds with the standard engine and 3,500 pounds with the turbo engine. Infotainment Tech The CX-50 comes with a standard 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Additional tech features in every trim include an eight-speaker stereo with HD radio, four USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, and a wireless hotspot. Options in higher trims include satellite radio, wireless charging, a 12-speaker stereo, and integrated navigation. Comfort and Convenience Standard amenities in the CX-50 include a push-button start, proximity keyless entry, and dual-zone automatic climate control. You can add a panoramic moonroof. The CX-50 has plenty of space for up to five passengers. You can also access more than 31 cubic feet of cargo space, which expands to more than 56 cubic feet with the seats folded flat. Safety and Driver Assistance The CX-50 earned the highest Top Safety Pick+ designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It's equipped with an array of standard driver assistance tech like auto high beams, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, lane departure warning with lane-keep assist, blind spot monitoring with rear-cross traffic alert, driver attention monitoring, and a rearview camera. The upper trims of the CX-50 add even more active intelligent driver aids. You can take advantage of reverse auto emergency braking, traffic jam assistance, traffic sign recognition, a head-up display, a surround-view camera system, and front and rear parking sensors. The Mazda CX-50 works as both an elegant daily commuter and a capable trail rider, making it a unique vehicle in the competitive compact crossover class. Visit Auffenberg Mazda of O'Fallon in Shiloh, IL today to get behind the wheel of this highly-rated small SUV.

The 2024 Mazda3 is a dream sedan with a compact body frame and timeless design. This sedan is full of exciting features this year, from its powerful lightweight powertrain to its fuel economy. Let’s take a look at some of the most impressive features of this sleek, sporty sedan. more Six Features of the 2024 Mazda3 1. Powertrain The 2024 Mazda3 has two powertrain options this year. For the 2.5 S, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 S Preferred, and 2.5 S Carbon Edition, the powertrain is a SKYACTIV 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with cylinder deactivation that can produce 191 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. The second engine option can be found on the 2.5 Carbon Turbo and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus models. This is a SKYACTIV 2.5 dynamic pressure turbo engine, which has an output of 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque when using regular unleaded fuel. When the motor is filled with premium unleaded fuel, the power jumps to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. 2. Colors Standard color options are Jet Black Mica, Deep Crystal Blue Mica, and Platinum Quartz Metallic. Premium colors are Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Machine Gray Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl Metallic, and Ceramic Metallic. Polymetal Gray Metallic is standard for the 2.5 S Carbon Edition and is an option for the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus Model. Zircon Sand Metallic is available only for the 2.5 Carbon Turbo trim. 3. Fuel Economy Mazda3 models with an FWD drivetrain get an EPA-estimated 27 MPG in the city, 37 MPG on the highway, and 31 MPG combined. The 2.5 S Carbon Edition gets an EPA-estimated 26 MPG in the city, 35 MPG on the interstate, and 30 MPG combined. Both of the upper trim levels, which have a standard AWD drivetrain, get an EPA-estimated 23 MPG in the city, 32 MPG on the highway, and 27 MPG combined. 4. Side Mirrors All models come with some variation of power-folding side mirrors. For the base trim, the side mirrors are body-colored, while the 2.5 S Select Sport has black heated power-folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals. The 2.5 S Preferred trim has body-colored power side mirrors with turn signals and memory positioning, while the 2.5 S Carbon Edition and upper three trims have mirrors that are also heated. 5. Seating All Mazda3 models can seat five passengers. Each trim has 60/40 split-folding rear seats. While the base trim has cloth-trimmed seats, other trims have leatherette or genuine leather seating material. Heated front seats are standard on every trim above the 2.5 S Select Sport trim level, along with adjustable headrests and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. 6. Dimensions The total passenger volume for this sedan is 92.8 cubic feet, with up to 13.2 cubic feet of cargo volume with the second-row seats in the upright position. The legroom is 42.3 inches for the front and 35.2 inches for the rear, except for the rear passenger's side, which offers 34.4 inches of legroom.  A great sedan like the Mazda3 is turning heads in 2024 thanks to key features such as spacious seating and exterior details. Contact Auffenberg Mazda of O'Fallon in Shiloh, IL to schedule a test drive today.

Are you looking for the best place to get car financing for a new Mazda vehicle? Your Mazda dealer is the best place to go. Dealership financing is beneficial for people with busy schedules, low credit scores, and picky natures. Let's examine in more detail the benefits of financing through your Mazda dealer in Shiloh, IL. more 3 Benefits of Getting Car Financing through Your Mazda Dealer 1. Online Application and One-Stop-Shopping Do you have an extremely busy schedule? Dealership financing can help. Not every bank and credit union allows you to apply for a loan online, but the vast majority of dealerships, including ours, do. Once your credit pre-approval comes in, you can come down to the dealership and get everything done all in one place, fast and easy. Once you're here, you can get an appraisal for your old vehicle, sell it to us, and pick out a new or used Mazda from our lot. You can use the value of your trade-in to lower the asking price of your new vehicle, and then you can fill out the paperwork to make that car yours. Once you're done, you can drive straight home behind the wheel of your brand-new ride. The entire process requires a single trip. 2. No Limits on Picking Your New Car Are you picky about what you want? If so, going to a dealer first is a very good idea. People who are very specific about what features and options they like in a car, or people who have their heart set on a particular model, should find a dealer that has the car model they desire in stock. From there, you should apply for financing through that dealer. This is because there's no guarantee you'll get a car that meets your wants and needs when you apply for financing through a traditional financial institution. Banks and credit unions often have networks of dealers they require their customers to pick their new car from. You can never guarantee that one of these dealers will have a car that you're 100% happy with. As a new car is such a huge investment, it's important to be completely satisfied. 3. Loan Approval for Low Credit Scores Is your credit score a little less than perfect? Imperfect credit is common but may make it difficult to qualify for a loan through traditional financial institutions, but you'll most likely get approved when you apply through a dealer instead. Dealerships don't have the same strict financial requirements as traditional financial institutions when it comes to applying for a car loan. If you can't get a loan anywhere else, then a dealer may still approve your application. Come to Auffenberg Mazda of O'Fallon in Shiloh, IL to apply for financing today. You can also complete your pre-approval online through our website.