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Will Mazda's Skyactiv technology be suitable for 1000 miles a year?
Mazda does not seem to do a petrol auto 4WD like the CR-V auto but say they have this Skyactiv technology in diesel, which bypasses the particulate filter problems with low mileages. I only do 1000 miles a year. Would you steer clear of this?
Asked on 10 August 2013 by JA, via email
Answered by
Honest John
Yes, Skyactiv technology solves the DPF problem for most people. But for less than 1000 miles a year I would still not go diesel. I think this will be pushing the technology too far.
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