(November 16, 2011) LOS ANGELES — Mazda today unveiled its all-new 2013 CX-5 compact SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The North American debut is the first Mazda to fully encompass SKYACTIV Technology, the brand's engineering-focused philosophy toward improving all-around vehicle efficiency.

The segment newcomer also offers best-in-class fuel economy. Mazda says the CX-5 embodies the perfect balance between the best of all worlds: captivating design, dynamic handling, unexpected efficiency, flexible functionality and first-class safety, with a dash of Zoom-Zoom.

"The 2013 CX-5 is the vehicle compact SUV shoppers have been asking for – that only Mazda can build," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, Mazda North America.

"Entering an extremely competitive segment, the all-new CX-5 has to offer more than just flash and features, but also has to perform and provide consumers with the dynamic response they've come to expect from Mazda – and it does. With its SKYACTIV underpinnings and best-in-class fuel economy, CX-5 proves that fun needn't be sacrificed for fuel efficiency and that compact doesn't equate compromise."

The CX-5 comes with 2.0-liter gasoline high compression ratio engine delivering 155 horsepower at 6,000 rpm. Torque is measured at 150 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm and redline is reached at 6,500 rpm. The CX-5 comes with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic, a 2,000-pound towing capacity and an optional all-wheel drive system. The engine is rated at 26 mpg city and 32 highway in front-wheel drive format.

The CX-5 is slated to go on sale in February.