Major car brand discontinues popular model… replacing it with ‘luxurious’ alternative – there’s huge differences
A CAR giant has replaced a popular SUV with a new luxury version of the same vehicle.
Mazda has now confirmed that mass market SUV the CX-9 is set to be replaced with the CX-90 at the end of the year.
Despite strong sales the Japanese car giant has decided to phase out the CX-9 at the end of 2023, replacing it will an SUV that is both similar and different.
The entry level CX-90 will be at £33, 056 compared to £32,376 for the out going CX-9.
However the CX-90’s higher end model with be priced around £48,404 compared to £40,340 for the upper tier CX-9.
The CX-90, although in-keeping with the same design philosophy as the outgoing CX-9, is built on a new platform and offers more luxury features.
But a new design feature is the integration of the daytime running lights into the chrome grill surround which also acts as the turn signals.
Huge brands such as Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Ferrari have decided to cull some cars in a key shake up of its strategy.
Cars, trucks, SUVs and even supercars were not safe from the change with many destined to be replaced by more powerful models.
Many of the motors are iconic classics but will be phased out at the end of their current life cycles – although some will be rebranded.
Drivers should be aware that deadlines may have already passed for any motor enthusiasts wanting to order and buy any of the last remaining models.