"Mazda has returned to the Russian market", 26 May 2025

Autonews.ru reported that Mazda has officially resumed deliveries of its vehicles to Russia. The company is supplying its CX-5 and CX-50 models through local partners, with some vehicles already available in dealerships and others stored in a central warehouse.

The return follows Mazda’s 2022 exit from the Russian market after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The cars now entering the market are primarily sourced from China and come with a warranty of three years or 100,000 kilometers, whichever comes first.

Mazda’s move has been criticized on the grounds that imports and tax contributions could indirectly support Russia’s war efforts.