Mazda starts accepting reservations for remodeled CX-5 SUV

Mazda Motor Corp. began accepting reservations for its mainstay CX-5 sport utility vehicle following a major facelift aimed at maintaining steady sales.The remodeled CX-5 will go on sale in Japan in early December with suggested retail prices ranging from 2,678,500 yen ($23,000) to 4,075,500 yen. The Japanese automaker did not disclose a sales target.The changes include a revamped shock-absorbing structure to reduce driver fatigue and a redesigned cargo area that will make it easier to load and remove luggage, it said.The vehicles will be available in two special models -- Field Journey, us…READ FULL ARTICLE