Mazda Canada reports sales for October 2014

RICHMOND HILL, ON, Nov. 3, 2014 /CNW/ - Mazda Canada announced sales for October 2014 today totaling 6,074, which is an increase of 5% compared to October 2013 and represents the best October sales month since 2008. Total year-to-date sales of 62,995 are up by 3% versus the same period in 2013. 

Sales in October were led by the compact Mazda3 with 3,169 sold. Year to date, the Mazda3 sales have increased by 6% compared to 2013. The CX-5 was the second-best selling model for Mazda in October, and enjoyed its best October on record with a jump of 68% versus October 2013. Year-to-date the CX-5 is up by 14% versus 2013. In October, 89% of all Mazda vehicles sold were equipped with the fuel-efficient SKYACTIV Technology.

Mazda recently announced that its all-new compact crossover SUV, named the Mazda CX-3, will make its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show, running from November 21 through November 30, 2014. The CX-3 will join the automaker's growing crossover SUV lineup, which already includes the sporty CX-5 and three-row CX-9 models.

"With winter quickly approaching, Canadians will want to look for a vehicle with the confidence of all-wheel drive, and we have several fun-to-drive SUV options to offer. The fuel-efficient CX-5 and family-friendly CX-9 offer great value, and next year we'll have another option for families and consumers with an active lifestyle," said David Klan, Senior Director, Sales, Marketing & Regional Operations.

October Highlights

• Total vehicle sales rose by 5% in October, best October since 2008
• CX-5 sales jumped 68% compared to October 2013, best October sales on record
• Mazda6 sales increased 31% versus October 2013
• Mazda2 sales are up 11% year-over-year
• Mazda5 sales rose by 24% year-over-year
• SKYACTIV Technology vehicles accounted for 89% of all sales in October

	October	October	YOY	YTD	YTD	YOY
	2014	2013	Change	2014	2013	Change
Mazda2	294	266	10.5%	2,130	3,523	-39.5%
Mazda3	3,169	3,821	-17.1%	36,185	34,024	6.4%
Mazda5	255	206	23.8%	3,360	3,183	5.6%
Mazda6	275	210	31.0%	2,703	3,896	-30.6%
MX-5	18	20	-10.0%	498	523	-4.8%
Passenger Car	4,011	4,523	-11.3%	44,876	45,149	-0.6%
CX-5	1,960	1,167	68.0%	17,007	14,966	13.6%
CX-9	103	96	7.3%	1,112	1,275	-12.8%
Light Truck	2,063	1,263	63.3%	18,119	16,241	11.6%
MAZDA TOTAL	6,074	5,786	5.0%	62,995	61,390	2.6%

About Mazda Canada Inc.
Mazda Canada Inc. is responsible for the sales and marketing, customer service and parts support of Mazda vehicles in Canada. Headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Mazda Canada has a nationwide network of 165 dealerships. For additional information visit Mazda Canada's media website at www.media.mazda.ca

SOURCE: Mazda Canada Inc.

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