Mazda confirms CX-5

Mazda's Kuga rival is coming! The Japanese firm has confirmed that a compact SUV, based on the Minagi concept car (which is on display at this week's New York Motor Show) will arrive in UK showrooms in 2012 - called the CX-5.

The CX-5 will be the first production vehicle to incorporate Mazda’s ‘Kodo – Soul of Motion’ design theme that premiered on the Mazda Shinari concept car last year. It will also feature a full range of Mazda’s breakthrough SkyActiv technologies, including new-generation petrol and diesel engines, that are lighter and cleaner burning.

In production form, the Mazda CX-5 will make its international debut at this year’s Frankfurt International Motor Show to be held in Germany in September – before going on sale in 2012.