The low-slung Mazda CX-4 is quite a handsome thing, so it’s a shame that it’s currently exclusive to the Chinese market. That might soon change, however – Australian portal CarAdvice has stumbled upon photos of the SUV “coupé” being tested in Melbourne, hinting at the development of a global model.
The silver unit seen here, an entry-level 2.0 litre model, wears a sticker proclaiming that it’s a left-hand drive engineering evaluation vehicle. Although the publication says that it’s not uncommon for carmakers to test Chinese-market cars in Australia, it wouldn’t make sense to conduct further evaluation on a car that’s already been on sale for more than a year, so something is clearly afoot.
Before the CX-4 was launched in China, Mazda Australia’s communications manager at the time, Karla Leach, told CarAdvice, “We like the look of the car, and think that the styling very much is in line with Australian tastes, [but] at the moment it isn’t going to be sold outside of China.” The presence of the test mule Down Under hints that Hiroshima’s stand on the matter could be changing.
Measuring 4,633 mm long and 1,535 mm tall, the CX-4 is 78 mm longer and up to 135 mm lower than the outgoing CX-5, but shares that car’s 1,840 mm width and 2,700 mm wheelbase. There are two engine options available – 158 hp/202 Nm 2.0 litre and 192 hp/252 Nm 2.5 litre SkyActiv-G petrol engines, available with six-speed manual (2.0 litre) and automatic transmissions and either front- or all-wheel drive (2.5 litre).
An update for the 2018 model year in August added G-Vectoring Control across the range, plus Smart Brake Support (SBS), Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) and High-Beam Control on the range-topping 2.5 litre variant.
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Bring it ON! But CBU…CKD didnt add value to consumers and poor QC… Saw a few units in Shanghai n there is a China Car Critics on U tube torn down the car n was amazed with the built quality n safety enforcements!
Mazda3 HB jacked up. And u have CX4..
Only 5 seater? Go back , wasting time only
You want more than 5 seater then buy mpv or a van. This is just a c-segment suv. You dont have enough room for 2 more seats.
If offer 7 seats, u won’t afford, wasting time only
You mean sammy?
i wants it my precious my love!
Need to rename CX-3A before come here, otherwise wun sell.
we prefers Empat. Dapat !!
should tell BMW to rename the X4 to X3A then..lmao
Deswai X4 not selling well here, no?
Wow Audi A4
Yuk to AUDI A4 ( No RV)
Thumbs up for CX4
Audi A3A = A4
Taikuns, taikors, tai lous, tai tais, all prefer 3series or C keras over A4.
Can u see why?
Fugly car
yeah, Mazda cars design is generally nice, but this one has a bad proportion. Looks like it has a huge wide butt.
I agree, that the CX-4 has a distinguish look, not everybody may like. But I like it. Mazda should upgrade the front to the latest design (like the new CX-5).
Hoping it will come to Thailand, too. I very like the Mazda 3 but it is too low for me. I currently drive a CX-3 – even it is smaller inside.
Perhaps we should wait for a CX-4 which is based on the next generation Mazda 3…?
Note to Nissan – styling sells
LEFT HAND DRIVE? oh i need this sticker. because most of time i rest my right hand on the arm rest and use only left hand to steer.
Cx3 – Small cabin – suitable for Single Lady or may be short male
CX5 – small cabin as a SUV – suitable for small family. small size
CX4 – ???????????????????????
All for show, no go
The CX-4 is for people (like me), who like a sporty look, but prefer a higher ride. Subaru offers the XV and BMW and Mercedes Benz have similar, bigger models (X4, X6, GLC and GLE Coupé).
This are not special practical vehicles, of course.
Personally, I find that Mazda current design philosophy is being over used to the extent that its getting boring!
It IS boring since start