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Mazda CX-50 Engines: Non-Turbo vs. Turbo Performance Explained

November 6th, 2026 by
Gray Mazda CX-50 kicking up dust on a rocky trail beside a lake

The standard 2.5L is the better value and the more efficient of the two, while the 2.5 Turbo brings extra power and a higher towing rating. If you’re shopping near Eugene, Oregon, the right pick depends on how long your commute is, what you do on weekends, and whether you tow. You can schedule a…

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How Mazda’s Rain-Sensing Wipers Improve Visibility in the PNW

November 6th, 2026 by
Red Mazda CX-5 parked on a gravel drive beside a modern wooden house

Mazda rain-sensing wipers take one small chore off your plate when the weather keeps changing: deciding how often the blades should sweep. This guide covers how the system works and how to use it, plus a few ways to keep your blades in good shape. If your visibility ever seems off, you can schedule service…

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2026 Mazda CX-5 Interior

November 6th, 2026 by
Interior of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 showing the steering wheel, dashboard and large center touchscreen

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 interior has a roomier cabin and a larger touchscreen, and the seating has been refined. The CX-5 still seats five in two rows, and the second row gets the most attention. If you want to see how it fits your routine, browse new Mazda CX-5 inventory and plan a visit. Below,…

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What to Check Under the Hood When Buying a Used Mazda CX-5

November 6th, 2026 by
Red Mazda CX-5 driving through a city crosswalk

Shopping for a used Mazda CX-5 for sale in Eugene, OR is easier when you know what a healthy engine bay looks like. A CX-5 may drive well on your commute around town, but that tells you little about the condition of the car in front of you. At Kiefer Mazda, we walk shoppers through…

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What to look for when buying a used truck in Oregon

October 21st, 2026 by
Side view of a yellow pickup truck parked on a city street

Photo by Andrew LaBonne on Pexels Buying a used truck in Oregon isn’t quite the same as buying one anywhere else. Mountain passes demand chains in winter, coastal moisture eats away at frame rails, and the DMV process has its own quirks, so there’s more to check than tire tread and paint color. This guide…

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2026 Mazda CX-5 Safety Features

October 21st, 2026 by
Red 2026 Mazda CX-5 driving along a curving coastal road

Shoppers walking our lot in Eugene ask about crash safety more than almost anything else. Oregon’s mix of rain-slicked highways, foggy mornings, and packed downtown streets puts real demands on a vehicle’s safety systems. The 2026 Mazda CX-5 answers with a full lineup of driver-assistance tech and structural engineering built to help you handle whatever…

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2026 Mazda CX-5 Interior: Dimensions, Passenger Comfort and Cargo Space

October 21st, 2026 by
Interior of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 showing the steering wheel and large touchscreen in Sport Tan

The redesigned cabin is one of the biggest talking points around Mazda’s best-selling crossover, and for good reason. With the third-generation model now on the ground, here’s what actually matters to Eugene-area drivers considering this SUV. Since its 2012 launch, the CX-5 has sold over 1.6 million units in the U.S. and 4.5 million globally….

Posted in New Mazda Vehicles

Kiefer’s Halloween Family Fest 2026

October 15th, 2026 by

Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween celebration at Kiefer Kia and Kiefer Mazda! On Saturday, October 31, 2026, we’re bringing the Eugene community together for Kiefer’s Halloween Family Fest, an evening filled with candy, costumes, games, and family-friendly Halloween fun. With two dealerships participating and plenty of activities for all ages, this is a Halloween…

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The Oregonian Names Kiefer Mazda A Winner Of The Oregon and Southwestern Washington Top Workplaces 2026 Award

October 5th, 2026 by

  Eugene Oregon 10/05/2026 – Kiefer Mazda  has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2026 honor by The Oregonian. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage  LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected…

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2026 Mazda CX-30 Preferred vs. Premium

October 2nd, 2026 by
Mazda cx-30 in sliver in a driveway in Eugene

Choosing between the 2026 Mazda CX-30 Preferred and Premium really comes down to how much you value leather seating, a surround-view camera, and premium audio against keeping more cash in your pocket. Both trims share the same 186-horsepower Skyactiv-G engine, standard i-Activ AWD, and the full i-Activsense safety suite, so neither choice costs you performance…

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