Company History

Mazda3 was Australia's Top Selling Small Car in 2011

Mazda has kicked off 2010 on a high. In January the perennially-popular Mazda3 was the country’s best-selling small car and March brought a double delight for Mazda Australia; a record month and the company’s best ever end to a Japanese financial year.

Mazda was Australia’s number one full-line importer for the fifth year in a row. It was another successful year for the Hiroshima-based importer celebrating its second best ever sales year, increasing its market share to 8.3 per cent. Mazda kicked off 2009 in style with its popular small car Mazda3 topping the new car sales charts in January. The launch of five new models including an updated version of the MX-5, New Generation Mazda3, followed by a diesel variant of the popular small car and then its turbocharged sibling Mazda3 MPS. Wrapping up 2009 was the launch of the new five-seat crossover CX-7 range which included two all-new powertrains.

Mazda retains its position as Australia’s number one full-line importer and finishes 2008 on a high with annual sales increasing 2.7 per cent over the previous year. The company’s market share also increased 0.5 percentage points to 7.9 per cent. It was a busy year for Mazda with four new model launches including a three-door version of the Mazda2, a petrol and diesel version of the second-generation Mazda6 and a new rotary-powered RX-8 four-door sports coupe.

Mazda was Australia’s number one full-line importer for the third year in a row. The company’s new vehicle sales grew an incredible 22.1 per cent in 2007, achieving record market share and setting new benchmarks for every calendar month. Three new models were introduced to the company’s award-winning line-up; a diesel variant of the top-selling Mazda3, a completely re-styled all-new Mazda2 and the company’s first seven-seat sports crossover SUV, CX-9.

Sales records continued to tumble as four new models were introduced to Mazda Australia’s Zoom-Zoom product range. The company’s first crossover SUV the turbocharged CX-7, Australia's fastest hot-hatch the Mazda3 MPS, the MX-5 Roadster Coupe, BT-50 and Mazda6 Diesel all entering the Australian market in the later half of the year. Tribute and one of Australia’s favourite cars, Mazda3, both received significant makeovers.

Yet another record year for Mazda Australia with the introduction of some very important Zoom-Zoom product including the all new MX-5 and the high performance, Mazda6 MPS. The first of our new generation Stylish, Insightful and Spirited product also received makeovers including Mazda2 and Mazda6.

Mazda continued on a bumper year, achieving record sales. The Mazda3 was launched to Australian drivers in January 2004 and received critical acclaim.

Continuing record sales have been boosted by the launch of the all new Mazda RX-8 flagship car, powered by the new RENESIS rotary engine that was awarded 2003 Engine of the Year.

Record sales for Mazda following launch of the completely new and award winning Mazda6 car range followed by the all new Mazda2 range further defining the Mazda stylish, insightful and spirited brand DNA.

Mazda's first 4WD wagon - the Tribute - and the Premacy 'space hatch' released. Record sales for Mazda Australia.

Revised MX-5 with SVT engine and 6-speed gearbox and Mazda Millenia with Miller Cycle engine released.

New Bravo 1 tonne pick-up range released - vehicles built in new factory in Thailand and offer new turbo-diesel engine. Mazda signs major sponsorship agreement with "The Kangaroos" AFL football team.

New Bravo 1 tonne pick-up range released - vehicles built in new factory in Thailand and offer new turbo-diesel engine. Mazda signs major sponsorship agreement with "The Kangaroos" AFL football team.

New 626 Hatchback and Sedan launched.

New B Series "Bravo" range released and 2.5 litre diesel introduced into 4x4 models. New concept 121 "Metro" series released. Mazda sponsors "Mazda Challenge" race series for women competitors.

New 929 and facelifted MPV models released. 12 hour endurance race moved to Eastern Creek and RX-7 again wins, beating Porsche.

Eunos 800 with unique Miller Cycle engine, new 323 range including Astina Hatch and Hardtop and Protegé released. RX-7 again beats Porsche in 12 Hour race at Bathurst.

RX-7 wins 12 hour endurance race at Bathurst beating arch-rival Porsche. MPV "people mover" with 3.0 litre V6 engine, and facelifted MX-5 with 1.8 litre engine released.

New twin turbo RX7 released and wins 12 hour endurance race at Bathurst. V6 626 Sedan added to the range. Eunos division and stand alone dealer network launched and offers Eunos 500 and 30X models. 500 is 2.0 litre V6 Sedan and 30X 1.8 litre V6 sports coupe. Jack High recommences and is telecast on national Nine Network. 250,000th MX-5 built.

New MX-6 with 2.5 litre V6 engine, 626 Hatchback and Sedan with choice of 2.0 litre 4 cylinder engines or 2.5 litre V6 released.

Wheels Magazine awards 1989 Car of the Year to MX-5; 'Modern Motor' Magazine awards Best Car Awards 89/90 and Best Sports Car 89/90 to MX-5 and Best Small Car 89/90 to 323 series. New 121 released in November at Sydney Motor Show; Mazda Foundation launched to provide community assistance.

MX-6 Turbo 4 Wheel Steer Coupe, new MX-5 sports convertible, T-Series, and 323 models released. "Car Australia" Magazine awards 1989 Car of the Year and Best Sports Car to MX-5 and Best Small Car to 323 Astina.

New 121 series Hatchback, B2600 series utilities and pick-up, 929 3 litre V6 Sedan and Hardtop, 626 and MX-6 Turbo Coupe and RX-7 Convertible released. Mazda Australia begins component export programme with shipment of Ballarat-made Timken bearings to Japan.

Mazda celebrates 10 million cars in cumulative production.

Wheels Magazines' 1983 Car of the Year awarded to new Front-wheel-drive Mazda 626 Series.

New Mazda Front-Wheel-Drive 626 Series introduced.

Wheels Magazines' 1980 Car of the Year awarded to Front wheel drive 323 Series. B2200 Pick-up released.

New Front Wheel Drive Mazda 323 series released as well as E2200 Pick-up and Van. Jack High lawn bowls tournament begins and is telecast on ABC TV.

New 626 Series introduced and B1800, E1300 and E1600 LCVs announced.

The 300,000th Mazda imported to Australia, a new RX-7 rotary.

New 323 series introduced.

New 121 Coupe and new Rotary series RX-5 introduced.

New 929 Sedan and Station Wagon released as well as Rotary RX-4.

Savanna Rotary RX-3 released.

New 1300 Savanna 808 and E3000 Diesel truck introduced. New Capella 1600 announced in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Capella Rotary RX-2 released.

R100 2-door car released. Registration of Mazda vehicles exceeds more than 10,000 units for the first time in a full year.

Factory team visits Australia investigating the possibilities of CKD assembly. New Familia 1200 series and E2000 Diesel truck introduced.

Familia 800 pick-up utilities and E2000 trucks introduced.

Familia 800 Sedan and Estate and B1600 Proceed utilities were also introduced to the market.

Following display at Tokyo Motor Show decision to market R360 Coupe Mini Car in Sydney is made.

One R360 Mini Car sent to Western Australia to test and evaluate in Australian road conditions.

Mazda R360 Coupe, the first 2-door passenger car introduced.

Toyo Kogyo Co Ltd begins marketing three wheeler mini trucks in Australia.

Production of three-wheeled trucks commenced.

Familia 800 pick-up utilities and E2000 trucks introduced.