Expert Review: 2011 Mazda CX-7

Expert Review: 2011 Mazda CX-7 - The Mazda CX-7 is sporty, sleek and distinctive, yet functional, spacious and comfortable, with decent interior space and all the proper safety equipment. It is available with an agile four-cylinder turbo as the Kia Sportage SX or the Acura RDX, or a naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine as the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.

You will find the Mazda CX-7 is fun to drive, excellent stability at high speed and maneuverability. Mazda CX-7 shines curves, something known as the Mazda.

The Mazda CX-7 is in its fifth year, introduced for 2007 when crossovers (SUVs with the chassis of a car, not truck) were a new idea. They offer the SUV high seating position and cargo capacity, with the more agile steering and smoother ride of a car. Also, fuel mileage is better than with a heavier and boxier truck-based SUV. The CX-7 was revised for 2010, with increased body rigidity, stiffened dampers, and reduced noise, vibration and harshness. Inside, it got a new dashboard with electronic equipment upgrades. The biggest change for 2011 is a new model, the i Touring, which adds equipment to the base model with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder.

Under the hood is 2.5-liter engine making 161 horsepower and using a 5-speed automatic transmission. A 244-horsepower 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder is also available, using a 6-speed automatic.

The base 2.5-liter engine is well matched to the Mazda CX-7, providing adequate acceleration from a stop, though it lacks a bit in midrange punch. It's smooth and works well with the 5-speed automatic transmission, well enough that the costlier and more complex 6-speed isn't needed, reserved instead for the sportier turbo.

The turbocharged engine has more midrange power than the base engine, making passing a much easier prospect. Power builds smoothly from a standstill. The 6-speed automatic transmission shifts well and adapts well to different driving situations with impressive torque at low engine speeds.

The base engine is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/28 mpg highway. You pay for the extra power in the 2.3-liter turbo, with fuel mileage of 17/24 mpg with FWD and a lackluster 15/21 mpg with AWD.

Even though it's been around since 2007, the Mazda CX-7 sports the latest version of Mazda's styling theme, and it still looks sleek and fresh. The interior makes no less of a statement than the exterior. Some design features work well, others not so well. Overall, the CX-7 interior seems chunky and a bit complicated, not as friendly and functional as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4.

In the interior of the Mazda hit the CR-V and RAV4 legroom in the front seat and rear seat headroom, but there is at least the legroom in the rear seats is a substantial two inches with 36.4 inches. Kia Sportage hit the CX-7 also, with 37.9 inches. The cargo space with rear seats folded, the CX-7 is a distant third behind Honda and Toyota, but the Kia wins.

Over rough pavement, the suspension is firm without being rigid, but sharp bumps can be severe. And despite good engine compartment and underbody insulation, transmit tire road noise in the cabin, which is also very quiet. We found the CX-7 AWD worked reasonably well on paved roads.

Expert Review: 2011 Mazda CX-7

Expert Review: 2011 Mazda CX-7 - The Mazda CX-7 is sporty, sleek and distinctive, yet functional, spacious and comfortable, with decent interior space and all the proper safety equipment. It is available with an agile four-cylinder turbo as the Kia Sportage SX or the Acura RDX, or a naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine as the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.

You will find the Mazda CX-7 is fun to drive, excellent stability at high speed and maneuverability. Mazda CX-7 shines curves, something known as the Mazda.

The Mazda CX-7 is in its fifth year, introduced for 2007 when crossovers (SUVs with the chassis of a car, not truck) were a new idea. They offer the SUV high seating position and cargo capacity, with the more agile steering and smoother ride of a car. Also, fuel mileage is better than with a heavier and boxier truck-based SUV. The CX-7 was revised for 2010, with increased body rigidity, stiffened dampers, and reduced noise, vibration and harshness. Inside, it got a new dashboard with electronic equipment upgrades. The biggest change for 2011 is a new model, the i Touring, which adds equipment to the base model with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder.

Under the hood is 2.5-liter engine making 161 horsepower and using a 5-speed automatic transmission. A 244-horsepower 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder is also available, using a 6-speed automatic.

The base 2.5-liter engine is well matched to the Mazda CX-7, providing adequate acceleration from a stop, though it lacks a bit in midrange punch. It's smooth and works well with the 5-speed automatic transmission, well enough that the costlier and more complex 6-speed isn't needed, reserved instead for the sportier turbo.

The turbocharged engine has more midrange power than the base engine, making passing a much easier prospect. Power builds smoothly from a standstill. The 6-speed automatic transmission shifts well and adapts well to different driving situations with impressive torque at low engine speeds.

The base engine is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/28 mpg highway. You pay for the extra power in the 2.3-liter turbo, with fuel mileage of 17/24 mpg with FWD and a lackluster 15/21 mpg with AWD.

Even though it's been around since 2007, the Mazda CX-7 sports the latest version of Mazda's styling theme, and it still looks sleek and fresh. The interior makes no less of a statement than the exterior. Some design features work well, others not so well. Overall, the CX-7 interior seems chunky and a bit complicated, not as friendly and functional as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4.

In the interior of the Mazda hit the CR-V and RAV4 legroom in the front seat and rear seat headroom, but there is at least the legroom in the rear seats is a substantial two inches with 36.4 inches. Kia Sportage hit the CX-7 also, with 37.9 inches. The cargo space with rear seats folded, the CX-7 is a distant third behind Honda and Toyota, but the Kia wins.

Over rough pavement, the suspension is firm without being rigid, but sharp bumps can be severe. And despite good engine compartment and underbody insulation, transmit tire road noise in the cabin, which is also very quiet. We found the CX-7 AWD worked reasonably well on paved roads.

Mazda RX-8: The Father’s Sport Car

Mazda RX-8: The Father’s Sport Car - Have children change the life of a guy. If you're a car guy, it probably means the day running a two-seater is more or less behind you - or at least, as you can find a babysitter, how many times you want your family for a back-road blast, and / or you can wait until one of your children are old enough to ride shotgun.

On the wings of the venerable Miata, Mazda has sold over two-seat roadster (900,000 more since 1989) than any other automaker. Now I have two young daughters, however, the four seats of the Mazda RX-8 used in a way I had not considered before.

I had a mild man-crush on the Mazda RX-8, when my neighbor bought a new red in 2003, and my love for cars only grew stronger when I'm driven by such Automobile Magazine Four Seasons picky in 2004. Only now, after running an RX-8 for the first time since becoming a father, however, I really appreciate the versatility of this sports car.

Although the RX-8 feel agile, good balance, and flingable very nature, is actually quite spacious inside. The best as parents, however, are the clamshell-style rear doors that provide access to a surprisingly simple super-fit pair of rear seats. Installation of two parking spaces (a fanny pack and a seat convertible) was almost as easy to do, because it is a typical sedan - and much easier than twisting itself back the Chevrolet Camaro, for example. Clamshell doors are extra wide income gap, too, so I'm out of the way when loading children. trunk of the Mazda could also be a reasonable amount of baby gear, even if the double stroller was out of the question, and the opening of the trunk is rather thin.

The only complaints I have other minors are that (1), I had to squat down more than usual for children in low-roof coupe, (2) there was no room leg much to my wife sit in front of our children is long, bulky seat, basket-treated, and (3) my two years was too much fun to blow my back (I knew there was a good Because I usually put it behind my wife).

The RX-8 would be a pretty bad head coach family do not understand. But if your family of three or four has a van, truck, or across the driveway, the car-loving parents (and mothers) are required to verify the RX-8 - especially if you can withstand the daily Summary results of the vehicle engine in cold weather and excess fuel and oil consumption.

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Mazda RX-8: The Father’s Sport Car

Mazda RX-8: The Father’s Sport Car - Have children change the life of a guy. If you're a car guy, it probably means the day running a two-seater is more or less behind you - or at least, as you can find a babysitter, how many times you want your family for a back-road blast, and / or you can wait until one of your children are old enough to ride shotgun.

On the wings of the venerable Miata, Mazda has sold over two-seat roadster (900,000 more since 1989) than any other automaker. Now I have two young daughters, however, the four seats of the Mazda RX-8 used in a way I had not considered before.

I had a mild man-crush on the Mazda RX-8, when my neighbor bought a new red in 2003, and my love for cars only grew stronger when I'm driven by such Automobile Magazine Four Seasons picky in 2004. Only now, after running an RX-8 for the first time since becoming a father, however, I really appreciate the versatility of this sports car.

Although the RX-8 feel agile, good balance, and flingable very nature, is actually quite spacious inside. The best as parents, however, are the clamshell-style rear doors that provide access to a surprisingly simple super-fit pair of rear seats. Installation of two parking spaces (a fanny pack and a seat convertible) was almost as easy to do, because it is a typical sedan - and much easier than twisting itself back the Chevrolet Camaro, for example. Clamshell doors are extra wide income gap, too, so I'm out of the way when loading children. trunk of the Mazda could also be a reasonable amount of baby gear, even if the double stroller was out of the question, and the opening of the trunk is rather thin.

The only complaints I have other minors are that (1), I had to squat down more than usual for children in low-roof coupe, (2) there was no room leg much to my wife sit in front of our children is long, bulky seat, basket-treated, and (3) my two years was too much fun to blow my back (I knew there was a good Because I usually put it behind my wife).

The RX-8 would be a pretty bad head coach family do not understand. But if your family of three or four has a van, truck, or across the driveway, the car-loving parents (and mothers) are required to verify the RX-8 - especially if you can withstand the daily Summary results of the vehicle engine in cold weather and excess fuel and oil consumption.

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Mazda 2: Honda Jazz is the toughest rival

Mazda 2: Honda Jazz is the toughest rival - Specifications: Mazda 2 that has already launched in Indonesia provided the machine with a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve that produces power 103 hp at 6,000 rpm and torque of 137 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Mazda 2 fuel consumption outside downtown 17.8 km / liter, downtown 11.23 km / liter and a combination of 15.6 km / liter.

Safety Features

There some security features are offered. There are anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), and Mazda Advanced Impact Distribution And Absorption (MAIDAS).

The adoption of the Mazda RX-8

From the outside, this car RX-8 to adopt the face can be seen in the form of the front fenders and hood design. Mazda 2 interior adopts a sporty nuance, adjusting with its young generation market target.

The market of Hatchback City Car is in fast growing in Indonesia, but the presence of Mazda 2 which launched "quite late" will make the Mazda 2 a little heavy penetration. In this segment have already existed Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris, Nissan Versa, Chevrolet Aveo or Hyundai i10 and Hyundai i20. Plus the Ford Fiesta, also will come in the mid-2010.

Mazda Indonesia acknowledges Honda Jazz as the toughest rival

Mazda 2 dashboard

Market conditions as described above was also recognized by the President of Mazda Motor Indonesia, Yoshiya Horigome which recognizes the Honda Jazz will be difficult to conquer. It makes sense when Honda Jazz has ruled this segment since the growing of Hatchback lovers. But Ryoichi Kishimoto, Program Manager of New Mazda 2 Mazda Motor Corporation, said that this third-generation of Mazda 2

will get special attention in the Indonesian market.

Mazda officially expressed a readiness to "rock" Indonesian hatchback market. Mazda 2 has a more modern design, high quality, strong engine and fuel efficiency will become the new choice for fans of city car in the country.

Mazda 2 achieved awards

"This car has been recognized around the world. Mazda 2 proved to have got total 51 awards. This is a confession, "he said when he joined the ASEAN Media Test Drive for New Mazda 2 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, last week. Until now, Mazda Motor Indonesia has not officially opened the official price range for the Mazda 2, but the expected price is really competitive, therefore the Mazda 2 could be superior in terms of price.

CBU version in limited numbers

MMI (car importer association) reportedly already get the full import permits (Completely Built-Up/CBU) Mazda 2 from Thailand as much as 75 units for a five-speed manual transmission and 75 units of four-speed automatic transmission. PT Mazda Motor Indonesia or MMI Mazda 2 expects to sell 300 units per month or 3600 units per year.

Mazda 2 Sedan version

Mazda 2 will only released hatchback version in Indonesia. But actually Mazda 2 also has a sedan version. That is just like Honda City, Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris and Toyota Vios. These are some photos of Mazda 2 sedan version @ car review:

Mazda 2: Honda Jazz is the toughest rival

Mazda 2: Honda Jazz is the toughest rival - Specifications: Mazda 2 that has already launched in Indonesia provided the machine with a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve that produces power 103 hp at 6,000 rpm and torque of 137 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Mazda 2 fuel consumption outside downtown 17.8 km / liter, downtown 11.23 km / liter and a combination of 15.6 km / liter.

Safety Features

There some security features are offered. There are anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), and Mazda Advanced Impact Distribution And Absorption (MAIDAS).

The adoption of the Mazda RX-8

From the outside, this car RX-8 to adopt the face can be seen in the form of the front fenders and hood design. Mazda 2 interior adopts a sporty nuance, adjusting with its young generation market target.

The market of Hatchback City Car is in fast growing in Indonesia, but the presence of Mazda 2 which launched "quite late" will make the Mazda 2 a little heavy penetration. In this segment have already existed Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris, Nissan Versa, Chevrolet Aveo or Hyundai i10 and Hyundai i20. Plus the Ford Fiesta, also will come in the mid-2010.

Mazda Indonesia acknowledges Honda Jazz as the toughest rival

Mazda 2 dashboard

Market conditions as described above was also recognized by the President of Mazda Motor Indonesia, Yoshiya Horigome which recognizes the Honda Jazz will be difficult to conquer. It makes sense when Honda Jazz has ruled this segment since the growing of Hatchback lovers. But Ryoichi Kishimoto, Program Manager of New Mazda 2 Mazda Motor Corporation, said that this third-generation of Mazda 2

will get special attention in the Indonesian market.

Mazda officially expressed a readiness to "rock" Indonesian hatchback market. Mazda 2 has a more modern design, high quality, strong engine and fuel efficiency will become the new choice for fans of city car in the country.

Mazda 2 achieved awards

"This car has been recognized around the world. Mazda 2 proved to have got total 51 awards. This is a confession, "he said when he joined the ASEAN Media Test Drive for New Mazda 2 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, last week. Until now, Mazda Motor Indonesia has not officially opened the official price range for the Mazda 2, but the expected price is really competitive, therefore the Mazda 2 could be superior in terms of price.

CBU version in limited numbers

MMI (car importer association) reportedly already get the full import permits (Completely Built-Up/CBU) Mazda 2 from Thailand as much as 75 units for a five-speed manual transmission and 75 units of four-speed automatic transmission. PT Mazda Motor Indonesia or MMI Mazda 2 expects to sell 300 units per month or 3600 units per year.

Mazda 2 Sedan version

Mazda 2 will only released hatchback version in Indonesia. But actually Mazda 2 also has a sedan version. That is just like Honda City, Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris and Toyota Vios. These are some photos of Mazda 2 sedan version @ car review:

2011 Mazda MX-5 Special Edition

The Mazda MX-5 Special Edition will be offered in the States in a limited run of 750 units, albeit at a much lower price as the U.S. version starts at $30,925 with a manual transmission, and $31,525 when equipped with the six-speed Sport AT automatic. That’s compared to US$47,800 for the Aussie market model.

Power for the Limited Edition comes from the standard 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four with 167-horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque and will be available shortly after its debut at this week’s Chicago Auto Show.

2011 Mazda MX-5 is available only in two new colors, Sparkling Black Mica or Dolphin Gray Mica. The Special Edition is based off of a fully-equipped Grand Touring model with the retractable hard top and rides on 17-inch Bright Finish aluminum alloy wheels.

The interior Mazda MX-5 Special Edition for the States market gets gray door trim and heated leather seats with gray stitching, a black leather-wrapped parking brake and steering wheel with contrasting gray stitching, chrome treatments to the air vents and instrument cluster, plus aluminum pedals when equipped with a manual gearbox.

The most important addition is the Suspension package, which is optional on the Touring and Grand Touring model, and includes Bilstein shocks, a limited slip differential (LSD) and a sport-tuned suspension.

NEW MAZDA RX-8 Japan CBU

SPESIFIKASI New Mazda RX-8

DIMENSION & WEIGHT

Overall Length                                                                              mm         4470

Overall Width (without wheel-arch mouldings)             mm         1770

Overall Height                                                                               mm         1340

Wheelbase                                                                                       mm         2700

Ground Clearance                                                                        mm         120

Luggage Volume (VDA)                                                             L              290

Minimum turning circle                                                            m             10.6

Curb Weight                                                                                    kg            1403

ENGINE

Type                                                                                      RENESIS rotary engine

Displacement        cc                                                       654 x 2

Compression Ratio                                                         10

Maximum Power                                                             PS/rpm   215/7500

Maximum Torque                                                           Nm/rpm 211/5500

Maximum Speed                                                             km/h                       235

Fuel System                                                                      Electromagnetic

Fuel Tank Capacity                                                         L                              65

Recommended Fuel                                                       Unleaded 95 RON

STEERING & DRIVE TRAIN

Type                                                                                     Rack and Pinion

Power Assist Type                                                          Direct-drive, Electric Power Steering

Transmission type                                                         6-speed Automatic

CHASIS & SUPPORT

Setting                                                                                Sport

Suspension                                                                       Front / Rear          Double Wishbone / Multi-link

BRAKES

Type                                                                                   Front / Rear          Ventilated Disc / Ventilated Disc

Tires & Wheel                                                                 Alloywheel 225 / 45R18

Exterior

Electric Sunroof                 

Side Door Exterior Handle Finish in Body Color                           

Front Wiper Intermittent with Tirring Adjustable                        

Front Exterior Mirror Finish in Body Color                     

Remote Controlled Outer Mirror Finish in Body Color               

UV shield green glass                        

Front & Rear Bumper Finish in Body Color                   

High mountstop lamp                        

Front & Rear spoiler in body color                 

Xenon Headlamps with automatic leveling and washer                              

Front frog lamps                 

Fenderside turn lamps                      

LED rear combination lamps                            

Interior

Bose 9-speaker system                     

Keyless entry system                         

Blackout type 3 meter cluster                         

Courtesy Lamp, Front Map Lamp                    

Leather steering wheel and gear shiftknob                  

Front bucket seats with leather trim                               

One touch forward tilt and slide                     

8 way electric adjustable                  

Front doors courtesy lamps                             

Freestyle door system with pilarless design                 

AUX in jack in the floor console                      

Paddle shift with Direct Mode on steering wheel                        

Cruise control                     

Safety

Front dual airbags                              

Curtain & Side airbags                       

Immobilizer system                            

Power door locks and super locks system                    

Antilock Brake system (ABS) with EBD system                               

ISOFIX child seat anchor                    

Triple H construction and “Mazda Advanced Impact Distribution and Absorption System” (MADAS)               

Shock Cone Aluminium Bonnet               

2011 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

2011 RX8 Performance, Engine & Power Specs

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Engine: 1.3L rotarytwo-cylinder none and zero valves per cylinder

 

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Premium unleaded fuel

 

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Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 16 MPG city, 22 MPG highway, 18 MPG combined and 304 mi. range

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Multi-point fuel injection

 

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16.9-gallon fuel tank

 

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Power(SAE): 232 hp @ 8,500 rpm; 159 ft lb of torque @ 5,500 rpm

2011 RX8 Brakes, Suspension & Handling Specs

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ABS

 

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Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes

 

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Electronic brake distribution

 

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Immobilizer

 

• Rear mechanical limited-slip differential

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Independent front wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs

 

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Tire kit

 

2011 RX8 Weight, Lights & Exterior Dimensions Specs

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Body-color front and rear bumpers

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Driver and passenger and passenger power ,body-color door mirrors

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Exterior dimensions: 175.6 in. overall length, 69.7 in. overall width, 52.8 in. overall height, 106.3 in. wheelbase, 59.1 in. front track, 59.3 in. rear track and 34.8 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle

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Halogen headlights with projector beam lenses

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Luxury trim: alloy & leather on shifter

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Mica paint

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Rear window defroster

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Trunk/hatch spoiler

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Curb weight: lbs

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Intermittent windshield wipers

2011 RX8 Cargo, Stereo Speakers & Interior Feature Specs

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Front 12V power outlet(s)

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Element antenna

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Anti-theft protection

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Front ashtray

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Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format)

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Cargo capacity: 7.6 cu. ft. all seats in place

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Cigar lighter in front seats

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Overhead consoles

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Cruise control

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Front cup holders

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Outside air temperature indicator

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Floor mats

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Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors

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Sports driver seat, sports Front passenger seat:

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Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger

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Front seat center armrest

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Two front and rear seats head restraints

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Interior dimensions: 38.2 in. front headroom, 36.8 in. rear headroom, 53.3 in. front hip room, 48.1 in. rear hip room, 42.7 in. front leg room, 32.2 in. rear leg room, 54.8 in. front shoulder room, 54.9 in. rear shoulder room and 89.0 cu ft. interior volume

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Low tire pressure indicator

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Remote power locks , includes power windows

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Vehicle speed-proportional power steering

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Power windows, express driver and passenger

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Front reading lights

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Rear seat belts for driver and passenger

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Rear seat center armrest with trunk access

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Rear view mirror

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Steering wheel-mounted audio controls

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Remote control trunk/hatch release

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Front and rear curtain airbag

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Cloth upholstery

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Seating: four passengers

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Front side airbag

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Six speakers

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Leather-trimmed, tilt/ steering wheel

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Tachometer

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Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror

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Ventilation system with micro filter

 

 

Mazda Minagi compact crossover concept previews CX-5

Mazda will be premiering its new Minagi compact crossover SUV concept at the Geneva Motor Show this March, and has released the first sketches of the vehicle.

The company says that the vehicle will showcase its Skyactiv technologies and new Kodo design language, and is effectively a preview to an upcoming next-generation product – an entry-level SUV likely to be the CX-5.

No details as yet, but Mazda states that the Minagi will fully introduce the host of Skyactiv technologies available – it’ll feature a Skyactiv body and chassis as well as a Skyactiv engine and transmission.

From a design language point of view, the Kodo design theme on this one is said to “communicate pent-up energy bursting with vitality as the vehicle nimbly navigates a sprawling urban cityscape.” Do you see it in the renditions?

Mazda Furai Racecar

This is a concept vehicle which few of us will ever drive. The Furai is Mazda’s next hope in the future of car racing. While going green on the race track is not exactly an eco-minded endeavor, we’re still intrigued that this vehicle can be fully powered by ethanol. The very cool looking performance sports car shows that if ethanol has a place in the auto industry, that place is in the car racing arena.



It is a powerful machine, capable of achieving 60mph in about 3.2 seconds, and its maximum speed is 172mph. Instead of working from a regular chassis, the manufacturer decided to begin with a fully formed Courage C65 chassis, Mazda’s chassis of choice. The vehicle weighs a bit less than a ton, and its engine produces around 460bhp.

The Furai, while fully functioning, is never going to make it past the concept stage. It is simply a promotional vehicle. But at least they fitted it with an ethanol engine. There is no doubt that ethanol is a dicey proposition as a fuel source for vehicles. The fact is, that it can cause a number of problems if it’s sourcing is not managed properly. However, it is a potential stopgap replacement to our energy problems.

Mazda RX8 Black

Mazda RX8 Black

Mazda5 minivans recalled over fuel pump concerns

 

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a safety recall on certain Mazda5 minivans from the 2009 and 2010 model year.
This recall focuses on the van’s fuel pump, with NHTSA citing that water may not have been completely removed from the pump’s harness connector before vehicle assembly. Thus, the connector pin may corrode, causing the pin to break. If the harness connector breaks, this could lead to an inoperative fuel pump. The Mazda5′s engine could stall, and the inability to restart the engine increases the risk of a crash.
Approximately 16,200 of the Mazda minivans are effected by this problem, and the safety recall is expected to begin on or before December 11th. Dealers will inspect the fuel pump connector and replace the harness free of charge. For the full details, follow the jump to read NHTSA’s official statement.

2011 Mazda Verisa

2011 Mazda Verisa goes on sale in Japan from today. The tall subcompact hatch, which is pretty much the Japanese equivalent of Europe’s Ford Fiesta (previous generation) -based Fusion.

New Best Cars Models For 2011

Year 2010 approached. For many companies, automakers, this is a moment in determining the success of their latest products to sell to the public. Ten MSNBC version of the latest car models below include the various types of vehicles, ranging from mini cars to large family cars, each of which represents the uniqueness of its own.

1. Buick Regal
The new Regal has a more slender body and tight compared to its predecessor model that impressed soft. With four-cylinder engine equipped Turbocharge features, the car will compete with the Acura TSX car class. Power of 220 horsepower cars that have traveled 48 miles by one gallon of fuel will be present in the summer of 2010.

2. Chevrolet Cruze
Chevrolet trying to become a known brand car in a globalized world, such as Ford and Toyota. To achieve this goal, General Motors has developed several models and introduced it to the entire world. Chevrolet Cruze is expected to be the better car than its predecessor model Chevy.

3. Chevrolet Volt
The car that had been waiting for this moment to touch the market between Thanksgiving and Christmas day 2010. But unfortunately, this car is only sold exclusively for residents of California, the United States alone. Although to be released in other countries in 2011, only California community are able to fill the power of this new car at his house and drove as far as 64 miles without gasoline.
GM plans to build 3000 units in the first quarter 2011 Volts, 8000 up to 10 000 in the year, and 50 000 up to 6000 thereafter. GM's biggest concern is the public reaction to this price can not be determined.

4. Ford S-Max
S-Max is included in this type of multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) which is similar to a sports utility vehicle (SUV) in the U.S.. S-Max 2010 European version is equipped with diesel engines, while the U.S. version will use a four-cylinder engine with berturbocharge EcoBosst. The car that looks similar to the Honda Stream will be present with the contemporary urban elements.

5. Ford Fiesta
Through the Ford Fiesta, Ford's president Allan Mullay Ford plans to make as a company that has a big name in the small car market. This car really has been developed during the Fiesta Mullaly decided to release to the foreign market. He plans to replace some parts like lights and bumpers for entry into the U.S. market. Earlier in 2009, the Fiesta model has sold half a million units in several countries. Cars with this captivating design able to climb 64 miles per gallon.

6. Honda CR-Z
Honda so far has a good reputation for its products. Honda's car production to produce such efficient cars Cars Civic CRX. Right now Honda to try their luck with the latest concept car models, namely the CR-Z, 2011. This latest concept car uses a 1.5 liter gas engine assisted by an electric motor and adapted to a six-speed manual transmission, so consumers feel enthusiastic while driving.

7. Hyundai Sonata
After years of popularity a V6 engine, Hyundai now testing a family sedan that offers four-cylinder engine. This four-cylinder engine gives greater satisfaction than the V6. Horsepower at the engine power is expected to generate an adjusted 35 mpg with six-speed automatic transmission while on the road. New Sonata will be launched in January next, with a turbocharged version of the hybrid.

8. Mazda 2011
Mazda Motor Company will soon launch its latest car models degan stylish, sleek, and slender. And make the United States consumers lust after cars is immediately circulated there. This car will be powered by a 1.5-liter engine when it arrives in dealerships in late summer 2010.

9. Nissan Leaf
Nissan will start launching its products, namely Nissan menawrkan Leaf with electric-powered cars. Initial inventory will be limited, but Nissan promises to boost production levels. This car will not fall much more expensive than other cars. Price for lithium ion battery packs, the Nissan was the pioneer of innovative financing schemes, which will reduce the cost of the car. Didalamnnya Computer Systems will assist the driver in the refueling track location within range of 100 miles.

10. Toyota Sienna
Americans tend to still like the production of big cars to transport their family, friends, and equipment. Toyota is preparing for its new product, namely Toyoyta Sienna, a minivan that offers luxury features and saving in the form of four-cylinder engine. The standard engine used is a V6. It gives good strength, but it gives fuel savings a bit better than some V8 model. Sienna with a capacity of 2.7 liters can not pull a trailer, but can provide an estimate of the EPA, 26 mpg on the highway when in action. February 2011, Sienna certainly arrive at dealerships. (Job)

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