The 2013 CX-5 Has Been Honored With J.D. Power's APEAL Award

BRADENTON, Fla. - July 29, 2013 - PRLog -- The 2013 Mazda CX-5 has been presented with an APEAL award by J.D. Power (http://www.coxmazda.com/2013-cx-5-takes-home-j-d-power-apeal-award/). The award is given to vehicles that score highly in a survey of owners and leasers, highlighting their satisfaction with the vehicle.

"We are honored by this recognition from J.D. Power and Associates in the APEAL Study," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations. "The CX-5 is a consistent success in many respects with its outstanding handling, safety, and fuel economy but also with its overall value to all consumers by being a vehicle that doesn't compromise, doesn't offer excuses, but instead exceeds expectations."

J.D. Power polled more than 83,000 leasers and purchasers of new, 2013 model-year vehicles, asking them to evaluate their vehicles on 77 different attributes. Besides highlighting to consumers which vehicles are the best to buy, they also help automakers to design, engineer, and manufacturer better vehicles.

The 2013 CX-5 (http://www.coxmazda.com/new-inventory/) is designed with a 5-passenger seating capacity, ample cargo space, and a maximum fuel efficiency estimate of 35 mpg. Mazda's signature, streamlined design style has also helped the CX-5 to stick out among the competition.

Available features include:

    •    Bluetooth wireless connectivity, allowing for handsfree calling and music streaming

    •    Steering wheel-mounted controls for the stereo, Bluetooth, or cruise control

    •    SiriusXM Satellite Radio

    •    A Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound 9-speaker audio system

    •    Mazda Navigation System

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has also named the CX-5 as a 2013 Top Safety Pick thanks to its strong performance in controlled safety tests. Active safety features include dynamic stability control, a traction control system, and a tire-pressure monitoring system.

Drivers interested in taking the 2013 CX-5 for a test drive can do so at Cox Mazda in Bradenton. Located at 3101 Cortez Road W., Cox Mazda continues to be one of the most trusted places to shop for Mazda vehicles around Tampa, Sarasota, and St. Petersburg. Thanks to hard work and personalized customer service, the Cox family has been one of the most trusted names in the auto business on the Suncoast for over 80 years.

To schedule a showing of the 2013 CX-5 or any of Mazda's other vehicles, drivers are encouraged to contact the dealership (http://www.coxmazda.com/directions-hours/).