Mazda Atenza Buyer’s Guide (2012-2019) for New Zealand

The Mazda Atenza is a dazzling car that’s considered among the best and it enjoys a strong reputation in New Zealand. It comes with a choice of petrol and diesel engines which gives buyers a range of options to choose from depending on their preference. The Atenza is however a complex car that’s prone to major problems if it’s not well maintained and if you’re buying a used one, you need to be cautious. In this guide, we will equip you practical knowledge on how to select a problem free Atenza.

Our years of experience at various dealerships have given us exceptional knowledge in used cars such as the Atenza and we share with you valuable information in this guide. We also go the extra mile to interview current owners in order to give you a complete view of the Atenza. We have compiled this guide as a practical handbook that you can carry along as a checklist when buying a used Atenza.

Here is what you get in this book:

Mazda Atenza Performance and Efficiency

We give you a detailed analysis of the engines that come with the Mazda Atenza, their performance in real-life use and their fuel efficiency. We give you our recommended engine for a used Atenza.

The engines that come with the Atenza are;

1. The 2.0-Litre Skyactiv-G PE-VPR Engine
2. The 2.5-Litre Skyactiv-G PY-VPR Engine
3. The 2.2-Litre Skyactiv-D SH-VPTR Turbo Diesel Engine

Problems to Look Out for When buying used Mazda Atenza

This chapter gives a detailed analysis of the major problems that a used Atenza might have and how to spot them. These include:

1. Carbon Build-up
2. Transmission Problems
3. Suspension Noise
4. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Issues (Diesel Engine Models)
5. Power Steering Problems
6. Electrical Problems
7. Brake and ABS System Issues
8. Engine Oil Leaks
9. Cooling System Problems
10. Engine Misfires

Mazda Atenza Reliability

This chapter delves into the long-term reliability of the Mazda Atenza. We give you the accurate picture of how reliable it is over the long-term and what issues to expect along the way.

Mazda Atenza Maintenance Costs in New Zealand

A detailed breakdown of how much it will cost you to maintain the Mazda Atenza in New Zealand. Areas covered include: Regular Maintenance, Brake Replacement, Tire Replacement, Battery Replacement, Scheduled Servicing, Repairs

Mazda Atenza Comparison with Honda Accord, Nissan Teana, Toyota Camry, and VW Passat

A head-to-head comparison with the Honda Accord, Nissan Teana, Toyota Camry, and VW Passat. We compare factors such as their fuel efficiency, interior quality, features, and pricing.

Conclusion

We give a final verdict on the Mazda Atenza – whether you should buy it or not.

This Buyer’s Guide Applies to the following Model Years:

2012 Mazda Atenza

2013 Mazda Atenza

2014 Mazda Atenza

2015 Mazda Atenza

2016 Mazda Atenza

2017 Mazda Atenza

2018 Mazda Atenza

2019 Mazda Atenza