Outgoing Mazda CX-5 bids farewell after a stellar decade’s innings
The internally named KF or second generation CX-5 bows out as one of Mazda South Africa's biggest success stories.
The century-long journey of the Mazda CX-5 comes to an end as the brand unveils its all-new model. Known internally as the KM, the third-generation CX-5 arrives at a critical juncture for Mazda, which has faced declining sales due to increased prices and competition from Chinese products. The new model bids farewell to the long-serving KF CX-5, which has been the backbone of Mazda South Africa’s operations since its world debut in 2016.
The KF, however, received a final encore with a refreshed version called the Carbon Edition, which featured subtle changes to its exterior and interior. The CX-5, which has sold over 50,000 units in South Africa since its launch in 2012, remains a stylish and classy vehicle, even in its twilight years.
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