2012 Mazda CX5 Review

Mazda Motor Corporation held the world premiere of the all-new Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV at the Auto Show in Frankfurt in 2011 (September 13 to 25, 2011). Mazda CX-5 is the first of a new generation of Mazda, which will adopt the full range of breakthrough technologies Mazda SKYACTIV and new design theme, "Kodo -. Soul Movement"

Mazda CX-5 will develop the hallmark of the Mazda is fun to drive, character, and gradually introduced worldwide in early 2012. Around the full range of SKYACTIV technology - including a whole new Mazda petrol and diesel engines, guides, and automatic transmissions, body and chassis - Mazda CX-5 provides a precise response and excellent ride quality adapted to the environment and safety .

The engine line-up of a European specification includes the Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV-G 2.0 petrol engine and SKYACTIV-D, 2.2 diesel engine available in Standard and High Power applications. Each engine has a compression ratio of 14:1 record, the ideal efficiency. Mazda focused on achieving exceptional environmental performance for a compact SUV and the CO2 emissions below 120g/km target for SKYACTIV 2.2-D model of the engine.

The Mazda CX-5 is also the first production model to highlight the theme of the new Mazda design, Kodo - Soul Movement, "which was the Shinari and mining Mazda Mazda concept cars. Topics include unique design Kodo is a front view of new faces with a family more adventurous and dynamic style that expresses strong feelings of vitality and agility.

Mazda 3 (2012) [Reviews]

Mazda March 2012 made its American debut at the Salon of 2011 New York International Auto. Face lift with a more refined exterior and interior, Mazda 3 2012 is also the first North American application of innovative technologies SKYACTIV Mazda fuel economy and result oriented, achieving 40 mpg on the highway. The Mazda 3 is the best-selling model worldwide Mazda vehicles, accounting for almost half the sales of Mazda in the U.S., causing the vehicle of a candidate for the introduction of consumers seeking SKYACTIV dynamic performance together with high energy efficiency.

"SKYACTIV is not just a motor, the next generation of advanced vehicle performance and efficiency," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations (MNAO). "It embodies the philosophy Mazda SKYACTIV only service vehicles are fun to drive, the satisfaction of owning and environmentally responsible, and what better vehicle to launch the Mazda 3, one of the most exciting sport compact on the road."

Redesigned for model year 2010, the updated 2012 Mazda 3 is the first use of technology SKYACTIV Mazda North America, receives a new gasoline engine SKYACTIV-G and brand SKYACTIV disc and six-speed automatic the newly-MT SKYACTIV six-speed manual transmission. It also strengthened the sporty driving dynamics, handling and a comfortable cabin space. The exterior design has been refined to express a more aggressive attitude, with new interior appointments provide additional functionality without compromising on the touch screen and feel of quality. Additional security features complete the package.

Exterior attractive, efficient

The development of mid-generation Mazda 3 also covers its exterior design. The current model expressions rich and bold attitude has been updated to provide a well-toned look that communicates an even higher quality and curb appeal. Stylized features improved aerodynamics and give the Mazda 3 2012 a more sophisticated look that blends perfectly with the functionality.

The exterior of the Mazda 3 2012, finally has a more tense atmosphere with a new front fascia and updated five-point grille opening, both sedan and hatchback styles. The new design features include delicately sculpted forms around openings in the outer edge of the front bumper and a rounded shape of the fog lamp (changed from the version of the horizontal scale of the current model).

Mazda 3 sedan and equipped with a gasoline engine SKYACTIV-G will still be distinguished with exclusive items such as an entirely new engine cover with a finish of deep metallic blue paint, with black areas along both sides; headlight units with a transparent blue ring around the center of the lens to emphasize the character of the car and a badge with a "SKYACTIV" logo on a bright blue background.

Aerodynamics plays strongly to the carbon footprint of the vehicle. Improved aerodynamics for better fuel economy and further reduce CO2 emissions while contributing to the stability of handling. In this spirit, the design was optimized front bumper, rocker panels and parts, to better streamline the movement of air under the floor. The shape of the lower front bumper has been redesigned for pages and fins protruding below has been enlarged. This adjustment effectively distribute air affects the engine compartment and spoiler front wheel, remove the turbulence in the engine cooling and along the sides of the body.

Other AIDS continues to optimize the aerodynamic air flow through and around the vehicle is expanding and deepening cap (on models with engine SKYACTIV-G), added under the floor, covering about 10 percent and eliminate the vertical grooves in the more compact design, increased stiffness of the front tire deflectors to prevent warping and to create a good balance between the cooling of the brakes, aerodynamic performance and handling, and added a clamshell-shaped muffler to sit in a corner of the road surface.

The devil is truly in the details, and Mazda engineers have not missed a single. The end result is a CD 0.27 for the sedan (SKYACTIV equipped model), an improvement of about seven percent compared to 0.29 Cd of the current models. The hatchback version has a CD 0.29 (SKYACTIV equipped model), also an increase of about seven percent compared to 0.31 Cd of the current models.

The exterior is complemented by renewed with new 16 - and 17-inch designs aluminum wheels. The 16-inch wheel (all models SKYACTIV) now has an area of ??10 twisted spokes, rose seven-spoke design of the current model, and the wheel of 17 inches (about 2.5 liters of models s) is characterized by enlarged openings between each radio, creating a look that adds a slight feel even more dynamic. Models 16-inch wheels, aluminum wheels, 18-inch will remain unchanged.

Of high quality, intuitive interior

The interior is no less re-imagined as outside the vehicle, and was developed with the ultimate goal of an attractive cabin and feel better. From the Board - the greatest scenery in the cabin - the black is currently used in the shift console and door to offer a more aggressive look. Furthermore, satin and polished silver details are added to areas commonly used by consumers, such as outer rings consist of three switches and temperature control audio control panel and vents in the center pane. In addition to creating a sense of sophistication, the pattern of silver on a black background accentuates the location of the common controls and switches, which increases readability and decreases the amount of time drivers take their eyes off the road so , reduce operational errors.

Multi Information Display (MID) and liquid crystal display (LCD), also received a color adjustment, changing the red text and graphics of the current model easier to read white. 2012 Mazdaspeed3 has a touch of silver to replace the existing Red and Silver accents is removed the graphics that adorn the top of the knob. The entire Mazdaspeed3 is now the gear knob Leather steering wheel. The parking brake lever is also wrapped in leather, to create a single coordination, which makes it look like even more sporty car, and to give more interior refinement Mazdaspeed3.

The sporty two meters from the design of the control panel itself remains unchanged, but stands by the new solid white illuminated graphic meters, which provide easy reading even in bright light. The color of the backlight also vary from the standard gray and trim levels and a high dynamic gradation of red MAZDASPEED3. SKYACTIV vehicles will have a blue backlight and graphic panels white gradient tube. Also available will be a shift knob decorated with elegant satin-polished veneer on the bottom and a silver ring, surrounded SKYACTIV-plate logo on the top.

Proof that even a mid-cycle refresh, engineers really sweat the details, the amount of head start button before the screening SKYACTIV drive models with increased almost 0.16 inches above the current model, resulting in better grip feel and smooth moves in both directions, forward-backward and left-right.

Improving the visual design has also found its way into the comfortable seats comfortable and create a strong impression of the dimensions of the fabric of new models in three dimensions. On the black seats with non-leather models, gray Cross son were added to enhance the contrast and create a sense of casual comfort. Dune color seats are two colors light and dark across threads to create a calm, mature interior ambience. Higher levels of trim (Touring and Grand Touring) receives another three-dimensional model upholstery to create a richer expression of the quality of the substantia nigra.

Additional security
All Mazda 3 and MAZDASPEED3 models continue to be equipped with a high level of standard safety features. An option for 2012 is a new Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system. The BSM system drivers AIDS by avoiding accidents that often occur in situations close distance, such as brushing against another vehicle during lane changes and merging traffic. 24GHz radar sensors at the rear of the vehicle designed to detect vehicles approaching within 13 meters to the left or right, and within 26 feet from the rear. When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the lights housed in the side mirrors lights. If a turn signal is activated when the lights are on, they blink and a beep is an additional warning. Also available is an optional Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), auto leveling bi-xenon.

AFS is a wide field of view of curves, which increases the driver's eye point and the visible distance, taking into account both steering angle and vehicle speed of light in a corner head.

All Mazda 3s, regardless of trim level or choice of engine, Mazda will continue to own ultra-rigid safety body structure, which includes a deformable outer area that absorb impact forces, and the construction of Mazda's Triple H that applies to H-shaped reinforcement bar to the floor, the roof of the body and suppress the deformation of the passenger and minimize the likelihood of injury during impact. 2012 models, the B-pillar reinforcement has been extended for more than seven inches, and more high-strength steel has the added stiffness of the body even more.

Standard features include advanced security six airbags (dual front advanced, front seat-mounted side curtains and full length) with side airbags improved dual chamber, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Traction Control System (TCS), front and rear stabilizer bar, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), a "crush" brake and accelerator pedal assembly, and telescoping steering column, three anchor points for all seating positions, front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters and lower anchors and tethers for children (latch). The Mazda 3 is simply not an option.

2011-Mazda BT-50 [Reviews]

In 2010 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney, Mazda unveiled the new Mazda BT-50 which means a new direction in the segment of public services. It was developed as a "vehicle for active lifestyle," and aims to extend the use of a tool for professional users a wide range of clients, including families and revelers.

Current BT-50 is the only Mazda's range of e-business. You have installed a ton of utility, which has won numerous awards and gained a strong following throughout the world. In developing a new model, the Mazda to expand its appeal to customers, leading to physical exercise, besides the needs that can not meet the usual utilities. It offers all necessary functions for business, combined with car-like comfort for families and active customers in Australia and Europe, is the perfect answer to all types of outdoor recreation activities. Thus, the new BT-50 was developed to meet the diverse needs of customers in all markets.

To ensure that these objectives were achieved, the new Mazda BT-50 was developed under the theme "Active lifestyle vehicle." The result is a utility that provides a unique value that it has a elegant design and expressive, comfortable interior, high quality, smooth ride with the feel of a car, sporty and responsive driving dynamics that reflects Mazda DNA, and the unique environment and safety performance.

Design: "Beast sophisticated"

We wanted to design a truck that car lovers would be very happy and proud to own. We identified a unique and expressive people find desirable and wanted it to be perceived as strong and reliable. This led us to define the concept as a "sophisticated beast."

As Ryo Yanagisawa, the head designer is a new BT-50, said. "Message of the Mazda brand is a Zoom-Zoom, which refers to the feelings of motion first experienced as a child The new Mazda BT-50, we tried to express this sentiment through planning, and paid a lot of inspiration from different. "movements" in the world around us, for example, we had a photograph lions looked magnificent beast, his muscles, all accumulate as if he were going to pounce on its prey His tendons were stretched ready to strike, and his mane framed a strong male gaze that seemed to say .. 'I am proud of the king of beasts "profile!, the lion seemed to be so smart and strong. I wanted to design a project of this image is loaded. This inspiration was based on emotional design that we have worked hard with all the new BT-50. "

Exterior - Styling Lively and introduction

It does not reduce the strength or functionality, we wanted to give the exterior of the new Mazda BT-50 with a sporty design, full of movement, that would make people want to come in and immediately drive. Sharp lines are the proud owners are looking for.

The machine is ready for the beauty and individuality that you recognize at a glance from any angle, up to 100 meters away.

Dynamic wedge proportions evoke the image of large predators going to pounce on unsuspecting prey. This is unlike any other utility.

Casting off conventional rectangular image of a utility, sporty and dynamic lines are in harmony with the rest of the range Mazda cars.

Other developments Mazda traditional wings prominent, muscular lines flow from the wings on the sides.

Front bumper with bold presence, overwhelming and rear individual

Mazda family face, the five-point grille, is developed in a more impressive look with headlights and a chrome strip forms a large pentagon.

Lighthouses have a boomerang-shaped fat, detail and prepare a functional beauty.

The first segment - the taillights are stretched horizontally to reach the corners and the whole back door, is a sporty and sophisticated view of the back, reminiscent of a premium SUV.

Interior - Athletic and Personal Space

We wanted to give the interior The new Mazda BT-50 sports and more personal atmosphere integrates a dynamic exterior and create a comfortable space to rival Mazda's current standard for passenger cars. The cabin is designed to envelop the driver and provide an environment that supports the driving enthusiast. Bring your driving experience pre-and reactive sport utility exceeds the standard.

The fluid design harmoniously joins the center of the dashboard, center console, which raised has never been seen in a van.

The dashboard has an asymmetrical design to create an optimal space on each side, to reassure the wrap around the driver and an open space for the passenger.

Four panel of metal bands in bold in the door trim and center console side expresses the dynamism and seems to support the interior.

An outline metallic highlights two cylindrical feet, and connects via a central reservation in order to improve readability and improve the sport, driver-focused feel of the dashboard.

The control panel of the switch panel and climate control, and driver independent temperature control on the passenger side, forming a beautifully designed user interface.

With a modern and refined design both inside and outside, the new Mazda BT-50 will raise the bar in the utility segment for the first time to provide a realistic alternative to the family car and 4x4 SUV.

Mazda 3 Sedan 2011[reviews]

In 2012, Mazda 3 made its U.S. debut at the Salon of 2011 New York International Auto. Face-lifted with a more refined exterior and interior, the Mazda 3 2012 is also the first application in North America by Mazda SKYACTIV innovative technology to fuel economy and performance oriented that achieve 40 mpg on the highway. Mazda 3 model is best-selling Mazda vehicles worldwide and accounts for almost half the sales of Mazda in the U.S., which makes the car a perfect candidate to introduce SKYACTIV consumers who are looking for dynamic performance combined with high efficiency of fuel.

"SKYACTIV not just the engine, is the next generation of advanced vehicle performance and efficiency," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations (MNAO). "SKYACTIV reflects Mazda's design philosophy of only those vehicles that are fun to drive, a pleasure, and its eco-friendly and there is no better vehicle in the Mazda 3 starts, one of the exciting compact sports cars on the road."

Redesigned for model year 2010, the freshened 2012 Mazda 3 is the first application of the technology SKYACTIV Mazda North America, get a new gasoline engine SKYACTIV-G and the new SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic transmission and the new-MT SKYACTIV six-speed manual transmission. It also enhanced the sporty driving dynamics, handling and a comfortable cabin space. The exterior design has been refined to express a bolder, with new interiors to create additional features without sacrificing the feel and sense of quality. Additional security features complete the package.

Mazda 3 SKYACTIV reach new heights

In addition to the Mazda 3 MZR current 2.0-liter twin-head-cam 16-valve four-cylinder engine is completely new high-powered direct injection SKYACTIV-G, 2.0-liter gasoline. Coupled with the standard six-speed manual MT-SKYACTIV SKYACTIV-drive or the optional six-speed automatic transmission, SKYACTIV is available in sedan or station wagon models. MZR 2.0-liter is still available in the current manual five series. MZR 2.0-liter-equipped models are also available in the current five-speed automatic optional.

Approximately 4.4 pounds less than the current MZR 2.0-liter, 2.0-liter multi-hole injectors endorse SKYACTIV to improve the characteristics of fuel sprays, and developed the piston cavity mode, which provide a longer burn time short and prevents the effect of power and torque of the engine knocking. Pumping losses also decreased by using two sequential valve timing (S-VT).

Mazda March 2012 reached a high compression ratio of 12.0:1 and provides 155 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 148 lb-ft of torque at 4,100 rpm. (The PZEV version of this engine are sold in California and other states produces 154 hp at 6000 rpm and 148 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm).

Compared to current 2.0-liter Mazda 3 liter engine, the maximum effect of SKYACTIV equipped Mazda 3 2012 has increased by about five percent (of 148 horsepower at 6500 rpm) and torque has increased by about 10 percent (from 135 lb.-ft. at 4500 rpm). With an improved torque coupled with a drive control, using the coordinated control of engine and transmission. Mazda 3s with technology excels SKYACTIV dynamic response, future maintenance of the Zoom-Zoom concept of unity between car and driver

Fuel economy also gets a combination SKYACTIV thrust engine and transmission. If equipped with a G-SKYACTIV gasoline engine and an optional six-speed SKYACTIV-drive automatic 2012 Mazda 3 sedan to reach the score EPA 40 mpg on the highway, about 21 percent improvement of the current MZR 2.0 liters is equipped with the optional five-speed automatic. With a fuel capacity of 14.5 liters, 2012 Mazda 3 sedan with the SKYACTIV is a potential area of ??540 km, which is still a gallon of fuel remaining. Mpg sedan version will also improve the city 17 percent of 28 mpg. If equipped with an MT-SKYACTIV six-speed manual, sedan is rated at an estimated fuel economy of 27 city/39 highway.

Mazda 3 sedan with the MZR 2.0-liter engine is EPA fuel economy of 25 city/33 highway grade standard five-speed manual and 24 city/33 highway with the optional five-speed automatic.

The previously available only in 2.5-liter MZR, Mazda 3 five-door hatchback will now be offered in the United States, where SKYACTIV-G, 2.0-liter gasoline. This is the Mazda 3 sedan is expected to deliver 27 city/38 highway (SKYACTIV-MT), and 28 city/38 highway (SKYACTIV Drive). Estimates slightly lower than the street can be considered as the aerodynamics and different weight ratio greater than a sedan and wagon. However, the sedan has a driving range of well over 500 km of driving the same tank size sedan. MZR 2.0-liter is not available in the sedan.

Greater fuel efficiency comes with a Mazda 2012 3 SKYACTIV is a direct result of combining all the best features of today's electronic technology. For SKYACTIV Drive, the main advantages of a conventional automatic transmission, continuously variable transmission (CVT) and Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) have been combined. In addition, torque converter lock-up clutch has been developed to ensure a minimum reduction of fuel economy and the growth of direct feeling.

For SKYACTIV-MT, the objective was to achieve a sense of discrepancy that is sporty, fast and responsive to the driver. To achieve this goal, it was not only leverage the race shortened by about 10 percent of the current six-speed manual (only available in models equipped with 2.5-liter engine or 2.3-liter l-liter direct injection turbo engine ignition ignition), but other technologies have been used as: a type of system down, synchronization ball lock type, change annihilator workload levels and location two and the third gear on a common shaft. By reconfiguring the gearbox six-speed manual today, had its weight reduced by about 4.4 pounds because of the need for fewer components while providing a feeling of moving faster and sharper. Call it a little "MX-5 Miata-ness" in the third Mazda

Also available on the 2012-liter Mazda 3 is the acclaimed Mazda 2.5-liter engine. Meanwhile SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter, 2.5 liter power plant technology as well. It has an aluminum block with cylinder liners were made of a molybdenum-alloy steel that provides strength and stiffness generally not seen in the larger displacement four-cylinder engines. A forged steel crankshaft provides resistance at high speed, but to ensure rigidity low NVH characteristics. In addition, double balance shafts located in the crankcase to cancel second-order noise and vibration. The deep skirt block is designed for added stiffness and bearing caps are built with a ladder-type reinforcement down the block. To minimize noise and vibration typically found on larger displacement four-cylinder engine, the damper at the front of the crankshaft has two masses listening. At the end also end a flexible drive NVH borders.

Fuel is supplied to the intake ports with an electronic control system Sequential fuel injection. Ignition coils are modular units located directly above the candles. Push Shim-less maintenance free. Lightweight pistons are coated with a special anti-friction fabric and equipped with low voltage rings for better gas consumption. Sintered powdered metal connecting rods and lighter full floating wrist pins minimize reciprocating weight.

Providing 167 hp at 6000 rpm and 168 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, the MZR 2.5-liter is available with a six-speed manual transmission or a five-speed electronically controlled automatic with manual change. (The PZEV version of this engine sold in California and other states produces 165 hp at 6000 rpm and 167 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm). The MZR 2.5-liter engine has EPA figures of 20 city and 28 highway with a manual transmission and the city on 22 and 29 highway with automatic transmission.

Engaging, effective external

This mid-generation development of the Mazda 3 also extends to his appearance. The current pattern of expression of the rich and courageous has been updated to provide well-toned seems that the transmission of superior quality and curb appeal. Increased aerodynamics, and features a stylized 2012 Mazda 3 will be more sophisticated, blending perfectly with the functionality.

The exterior of the Mazda 3 2012, finally has a more tense atmosphere with a new front fascia and updated five-point grille opening, both sedan and hatchback styles. The new design features include delicately sculpted forms around openings in the outer edge of the front bumper and a rounded shape of the fog lamp (changed from the version of the horizontal scale of the current model).

Mazda 3 sedan and hatchback models with gasoline engines will continue SKYACTIV-G awarded exclusive items like a new engine cover to deep metallic blue with black sections along each side of the headlamps equipped with ring transparent blue around the central lens to emphasize the distinctiveness of the vehicle, and a badge with "SKYACTIV" logo on a blue background.

Aerodynamics plays strongly to the carbon footprint of a vehicle. Improve aerodynamic performance provides greater fuel economy and further reducing CO2 emissions while contributing to the stability of operation. In this sense, the front bumper has been optimized as part of the base, more effectively facilitate the flow of air that travels under the ground. The shape of the bottom of the front bumper has been redesigned to overcome the front and the wings were made under the greatest. This setting allows you to distribute the airflow hitting the engine compartment and the tires front baffle, which eliminates the turbulence in the engine cooling as well as along the sides.

Other help more air through the rationalization around the vehicle aerodynamics and includes the widening and flattening of the cap (on models with engine SKYACTIV-G), which increases the floor under a blanket 10 per cent and elimination of vertical grooves for a smooth design and increased rigidity of the front tire deflectors to prevent warping and establishing a balance between the cooling of the brakes, aerodynamic performance and stability for handling and quiet, added a shell that sits on the corner of the road surface.

The devil is truly in the details, and Mazda engineers have not missed a single. The end result is a CD 0.27 for the sedan (SKYACTIV equipped model), an improvement of about seven percent compared to 0.29 Cd of the current models. The hatchback version has a CD 0.29 (SKYACTIV equipped model), also an increase of about seven percent compared to 0.31 Cd of the current models.

The exterior look is completed by day new 16 - and 17-inch alloy wheels designs. The 16-inch wheels (on all models SKYACTIV) now has 10 twisted spokes flat, increasing the current model, seven-spoke design and 17-inch wheels (2.5-liter S models) is characterized by enlarged openings between each department, creating a look that adds to a lighter brand even more dynamic. Design for steel wheels and 16-inch alloy wheels of 18 inches remains unchanged.

High quality, intuitive Interior

Inside was a re-imagined as an exterior of a vehicle, and was developed in the cabin end of attractive targets and a feeling of superior quality. From the cluster - the largest cabin of the landscape - black, and is now used throughout the center console and door turn to give an even tougher. Including silver, satin detail has been added to areas often work as consumers, as the outer rings of the three climate control switches and the audio control panel and the center air vents of the panel. In addition to creating a greater sense of refinement, the silver-black color scheme is aggravated by the position of these common controls and switches, which increases the readability and reduces the time the drivers take their eyes off the road, thereby reducing errors operation.

The Multi-Information Display (MID) and liquid crystal display (LCD) were also adjustments of colors, from red text and graphics of the current model of an easier target to read. The 2012 MAZDASPEED3, the key money also replace the current graphic red and silver decorative accents the top of the shifter is removed. The shifter for all skin MAZDASPEED3 is wrapped. Parking brake is also leather-wrapped button to establish a unified coordination that gives the interior an even more sporting and gives the most sophisticated MAZDASPEED3 interior.

The sporty two meters from the design of the instrument cluster itself remains unchanged, but it is stressed in new meters continuously lit white graphics, which offers better readability even in bright daylight. The backlight color also varies depending on the model: gray dynamic and high standard equipment levels and a red MAZDASPEED3 modulation. SKYACTIV vehicles include a light blue gradient background and panel meters white graphics. Will be offered a style shift knob decorated with satin-polish veneer on the lower section and a silver ring with logo surrounded SKYACTIV plate on top.

That shows that even a mid-cycle refresh, engineers really sweat the details, the amount of forward projection of the gear head on models equipped SKYACTIV-Drive has increased by about 0.16 inch in current model, resulting in better grip and feel of the smooth movement in both directions, forward, backward and left-right.

Improved visual designs have also found their way into the comfortable seats comfortable and create a strong sense of the dimension of the new three-dimensional models of the fabric. In black leather seats, no models, gray son of the Cross have been added to enhance the contrast and create a sense of casual comfort. Seats dunes are bright and dark color cross threads to create a quiet interior matures. Higher trim levels (Touring and Grand Touring) received another three-dimensional model of the seat fabric to create a richer expression of quality in black fabric.

Mazda Concept Mining [reviews]

Minago Mazda Mazda concept car is a new technology SkyActiv Kodo and new design language, pointing the way for the next generation of Mazda cars to come.

Mazda Mining concept made its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show 2011 as an expression of new technologies and language Mazda SKYACTIV new concept of Kodo. He is the first model that has properties that can be seen in the next generation of Mazda cars.

For this reason, Mazda has fully integrated its technology SKYACTIV in all aspects of driving performance, including powertrain, chassis, and even the design of the body. As the second concept to integrate the new Mazda "KODO - Soul of Motion" design language, the challenges conventions Mining with emotional design and exhilarating performance.

Although Shinari was a pure design concept to express the full potential of Kodo Design, Mazda offers an overview of Mining of the next generation of products to come. As the second concept car to take the design theme of Mazda Kodo, the design elements are combined expression of Mines energy pulsing through the vehicle with the agility they wish to move freely and quickly. With its upright, compact size, the Mazda Mining provides an overview of the design is different from Kodo Shinari, however, share the same position sinuous, powerful.

"I wanted to convey something other than Mazda Shinari. I felt a compact crossover SUV is the perfect tool to express their business agility and focus, flexibility, four legs move together, and the upright posture."


- Masashi Nakayama, Chief Designer, Mazda Concept Minago

Mazda Mining is an elegant expression of the stored energy. In Japanese, its name evokes the image of an object that vibrates with energy and reflects the vehicle's speed, agility and fiery character. For mining, Mazda's designers looked at different aspects of cheetah hunting. The head of a cheetah is high, while the long-limbed, powerful and flexible thin keep your torso upright so you can change direction quickly at high speed. Mazda's designers set out to evoke the time when an animal contracts its muscles, ready for the sprint and the groove of their prey. Moreover, a slot can be in either direction, an idea which is the function of a crossover SUV with nimble agility of darts in an expanding urban landscape.


The main features of the concept of Mazda Mining

Suitable for a compact crossover SUV that combines exhilarating performance of urban design, emotional

* Minago Mazda is the first concept car Mazda SkyActiv to fully adopt new technology and "Kodo - Seoul of Motion" design and is Mazda's new generation of products

* Mazda compact crossover SUV unique emotional design blends urban explorers - that is to convey a lively ability to move quickly into action and head in every direction - with the driving pleasure and excellent environmental and safety technologies to improve SkyActiv

* Elements of design KODO adopted by the compact crossover SUV to express the energy exciting and agile capacity to move freely


Appearance

* Vehicle squatting position indicates the cheetah image without the weight of his hind legs ready to ready to dive to catch

* The cargo space of a conventional SUV often looks like a car with a backpack while Mining presents an image of a muscular unit that integrates real inclusiveness in the lines well toned

* Location of the A-pillar behind the rear highlights the orientation of the cab. This contrasts sharply with the unique arc shape of the location to the front A pillar of the minibus, and emphasizes the driving position - a priority for the design of Mazda concept Mining

* The inner position relative to the lower body is more backward than a conventional SUV. This highlights the movement is expressed as Mining


From the front

* "The signing of the wing" in the front bumper chrome, Mining ago Shinari shared instantly recognizable as a Mazda and make a strong impression

* Fishing grid slightly downwards, when placed alongside design bays angled headlamps upwards, creating the intensity of

* Adding a dynamic contour is an important front fenders - typical of Mazda cars - Kodo form language expresses a strong feeling to accumulate, and then quickly releasing pent-up energy. These elements are combined with the dynamic shape of the rear fenders further underscores the wheels, which are the legs of this predator

Side View

* Lines carved along the sides of the body Mazda Mining enhance a sense of power which suggests that the smooth power of a cheetah. These contours extend and connect with the rear fender in an expression that suggests that strong muscles connecting the shoulders and hips with cheetah legs

* The overall effect is a beautiful and graceful form of the eye that controls the front-rear

* The Light Edge, which runs along the bottom of the side panels Minago Kodo symbolizes a sense of power gained, then quickly released


Rear View

* Project rear fenders with courage to create a large and robust SUV worthy

* The contrast between the rear fenders and sharp lines of the rear of the car mimics the hip line of powerful and appealing a toned athlete


Lighthouse Design

* How Shinari, 'signature blade' chrome, ranging from the bottom of the front grille has lost half its housing headlights dramatically

* The design of the projector and three-dimensional rear lights add a feeling of depth

* The "signature of the wing," panel, projectors and design come together to express the strong appearance of the eye of a wild animal


Inside

* Mazda's designers set out to make a driver-focused cockpit and cabin environment, which expresses a high level of reassuring strength and durability. The interior uses high quality materials with the best fit and finish the job at hand detailed

* These factors increase the anticipation of driving pleasure with the creation of a sophisticated and quality of the cabin

* The most important internal color blacks is highlighted in red at the bottom of the rear seat backs, armrests and door


Only for a compact crossover SUV

* Four standoffs in satin chrome foot seem to support the instrument panel, each image stands in a vertical force that seems to defy gravity, which underscores the impression that the occupants are well protected Mining



* Planning and switches surrounding cluster emphasizes rigorous athletic nature of the cockpit, but has focused on the sporting spirit of Mazda

2011 mazda 5 Review

In the fall of 2010, 5 hits showrooms all-new Mazda in Europe as the successor of Mazda vehicles in the first generation compact multi-activity (C-MAV). The original model has been popular with families looking for more functionality in a compact and secure. Since the launch of the market in 2005, Mazda 5 owners found 500,000 worldwide, 175,000 of them in Europe. He also won 37 vehicle price, and always has been voted one of most reliable and safe disposal of small vans Europe.

A brand new Mazda 5 has been developed from scratch to bring this tradition of success, and an attractive combination of a great exterior styling, excellent interior and safety features that people expect to exceed the C-MAV. Not only is it a completely new exterior, almost sporty sedan and improve the driving experience, but also has two sliding doors again, a large rear door, legroom is of 2 and 3 plan, which is one of the largest segment, the largest and most comfortable seats, the instruments, which are easier to use, and high seating flexibility and functionality. It then adds a quieter cabin, new materials and new engines in comfortable fabrics and implementation that gives driving pleasure, combined with fuel consumption is reduced to two digits and CO2 emissions than the previous Mazda 5

These features - and a long list of equipment - the new Mazda 5, even better to the demands of European families with active lifestyles.

The program is the recycling of vehicles Mazda

Currently, about 80 percent (by weight) of ingredients, at the end of the life of Mazda vehicles, in particular, the metal parts are recycled. Efforts continue to raise the sum, allowing the recycling of the resin, glass and other materials that make up the remaining 20 percent. Plastic parts are marked with the designation of ISO easy separation of materials, but can be easily recycled resin of polypropylene (PP) is used to make the front and rear bumpers, instrument panels and cabin trim.

A new dynamic flow

A brand new Mazda 5 is a completely new exterior, which employs Nagare flow design, which won design awards for concept cars of Mazda. These factors, combined with the front of the new Mazda "hidden" in column D and the new horizontal taillights lend it the amendment, which has a single C-MAV segment. Inside, the Mazda 5 is the new dashboard, steering wheel and center console, as well as new locations, materials, colors and fabrics to enhance the quality feel.

All-New Exterior

Mazda MPV incorporates the new image of the brand family that not only enhance the future of sports, but also improves the aerodynamics and engine cooling performance. The five-point scale is much larger, more sculpted front bumper, new headlights and sharper. Under these openings are new, fog lights deeply rooted in the bumper. This creates a thick lower lip, which rises along the outer edge of the front and on the wing. wing movement Pico-up created by the fog lamp rim, wheel covers responding to a wave line Nagare flow moving characters on the side of the vehicle and the rear panel just below the door sliders .

This unique hinge side panel is based on patterns formed when the wind blows over the water. It includes the front bumper side area, with the sides and rear of the vehicle so that, when combined with the character line in the lower area of ??the door, there is a sense of movement even when the vehicle is stationary. The "hidden" column D - composed of glass covering - and built horizontal taillights effect of improving the flow from front to back, and that the new Mazda 5 was both unique in the C-MAV segment undoubtedly a Mazda.

Wheels and exterior colors

New Nagare flow aluminum / alloy wheels models (16 and 17 inches) was introduced twisted surfaces that give them a sporty three-dimensionality, which promotes flow patterns, and Mazda 5 silhouette.

There is also a 15-inch wheels of steel full wheel cover. There are 8 exterior colors for customers to choose from, including the new bright blue water.

New front passenger area, new materials and fabrics

A new instrument panel design is inserted into the new Mazda 5 makes the front passenger area seems more than ever, and gives a high level of sportsmanship and interior styling. The pilot group chapel, for example, it is now, flowing in an arc to form the outer edge of the center console for an integrated look of quality. The new instrument panel now has a white light, and console information display high in the upper center. The center console incorporates a new frameless, open triangle that includes the dashboard, and a design of completely new audio panel with chrome buttons. The chrome is also new to the gear lever, air vents and air conditioning door handles. Rings meters, door panel, door panel and the line switch in the central panel are finished in matt silver of high quality.

new black fabric for use in even higher quality feel. Five and seven-seat access to the seats of the class are two different tissues and gradual small central part of the board. Mid-and high-quality cloth seats are upright, wavy lines that express Nagare flow and synthetic leather piping and stitching the edge of a dark blue tint. Leather seats are also available in the middle of the perforations in the back, and piping and red stitching, giving it a sporty look.

Ideal family car

When a pitch of 2750 mm, total width of 1750 and the total height of 1615 mm, a brand new Mazda 5 offers the complete package that can comfortably accommodate seven people, giving good directions. The new model is 80 mm more than the current model, 4585 mm, because it is a well-designed front end design that ensures excellent aerodynamic performance and improve safety for pedestrians.

Easy to use

Two rear sliding doors, a 130 mm wide 439 mm steps from the earth, and one of the largest segment of the rear door opening (686 mm width, 1083 mm high) for easy access to the Mazda 5 interior, even if you have a child in your arms. Electric rear doors can be opened automatically with the remote central key or button on the dashboard, or manually using the handles on the doors. The driver enjoys an optimized shape of the bonnet and little by little seat adjustment for a wide viewing angle, making the city driving and parking easier. And of course the steering wheel tilt and telescope adjustable.

Instrumentation has been optimized for easy and intuitive to use. two-meter butterfly is a new Air Control that indicates the current position and inform the driver to change gears in the appropriate driving conditions - for optimum fuel consumption and steady performance. Center console audio buttons - change the disk / class / folders / files / Track - located in the center of the audio panel and refocus the chrome molding for an easy to use. Knobs are of high quality chrome edging, and the buttons are grouped according to their function, so that they can be easily identified during the trip. New information display board that is placed on top of the dashboard to reduce eye movement required to read while driving. Browse monitors (audio and trip computer) is easy to use with a button on the steering wheel. Armrest and front passenger will be introduced. driver and front passenger seat center armrest has been extended (15 mm) to support the arm better.

2011 Mazda 6 Wagon Review

Appeal exterior design combined with a spacious and functional interior design is a gift from the Mazda 6 strengths. Mazda new family face is introduced by the updated model for a strong sporty appearance that has made the quality of sound construction. Inside, some changes inside the cabin even more constrained. There are new decorative surfaces, new materials for aircraft wheel and steering, new upholstery and color combinations.

Appearance

lunettes new fog are presented, which is considerable, and following. These frames lunettes "inner eye" consists of round fog lights inside the lower eyelid ING strong sophistication. In addition, newly designed headlights, new grille and winged logo at the top is black Mazda in all grades and sports in body color grade. Deeply etched character lines running from the grate between the fenders and hood complete the sporty Mazda 6 forward ever.

The patterns are repeated in the front wing of the rear combination lamps with chrome trim new wings that make the lights appear larger and seem even smaller in the side panels. The lamps themselves are a combination of clear lenses and lights. Mazda 6 is cosmetic surgery and article sleek new 17 - and magazines in 18-inch models, turn slightly to a very athletic, a three-dimensional. This not only improves the silhouette with one aspect, also a pound lighter than the wheels of the previous model.

Customers can choose from 10 body colors of a facelift, including two completely new color in the Mazda line-up - clean water, Blue Metallic, Midnight Bronze Mica - and two that are new to the Mazda 6 line-up - Graphite Mica and Black Mica.

Interior Design

Facelift interior has been further improved the material is of better quality feel. These include, inter alia, details of new chrome, piano black paneling and chrome was recently added to the knobs and switches that passengers use on a daily basis - and play audio and air conditioning, parking brake lever and the interior door handles. The new plan introduces black-panel audio and air conditioning, central console of the structure around the gate and turn the panel, where the steering wheel.

There is also the new surface finish on all panels - fancy matt lacquer and silver for the standard model, and a silver finish, unleashed in full-gloss look for the model year sport. End of the interior are updated patterns Line facelift in the new seat upholstery, and newly available in brown leather for those seeking a quality feel.

Grade Sports

At the top of the range, the Mazda 6 offers a facelift model year to date Sports - for all body styles - which is ideal for those who want even more dynamic expression. Unique features include the year sporting a symbol of the largest chain in the front grille with color fender moldings extendingsideways, anewheadlampdesignthatholdsthenewswivel-typeadaptivefrontlightingsystem, sidelights as a kite, the silver coating for cosmetic surgery new fog lamp glasses, combination taillights are clear inner lenses and LEDs. Inside, customers get a shiny, silver hairline, high gloss finish on all panels of meters of the decor and the ban on metal rings look of sportiness and refinement. A special leather upholstery in either black or brown leather or half black leather, is available. Lots of fabric on the seats are leather mid-vertical model that creates a neat and sports.

Spacious and functional

Like its predecessor, the new Mazda 6 facelift spacious and functional. He has a wealth of small storage room and a broad and flexible floor console between the front seats. Add to a new storage room near his seat. Ash, the cup was replaced by a fairly large area for small objects such as cards and keyless entry and starting system controller. In addition, the holder newly fitted sunglasses just behind the rearview mirror. Karakuri rear seat feature is still on board that automatically fold 60/40 rear seats down by pulling a latch in the trunk side panel trim (sedan and wagon) and there is a Karakuri tonneau cover that automatically moves up and down with tailgate trailer. This covers only the installation of a net, while opening that separates the passenger compartment and trunk and helps prevent cold air / heat entering the cabin during loading / unloading of luggage space.

Mazda 6 is one of the widest boot openings (1,066 mm for the car) and one of the widest boot floors in its segment (1146 mm). Boot volume with all seats in place, is between 510 liters (sedan) and 519 liters (wagon / sedan), which is large enough for luggage for five adults. And Mazda 6 sedan and station wagon can carry even more if it becomes necessary. With the rear seats folded, wagon and sedan with a length of floor load of 1,926 and 1,879 mm and a load volume of 1702 liters and 1751 (floor to ceiling).

Comfortable for

Quiet and comfortable cottage greets passengers Mazda 6 facelift. Inheriting a large sound-absorbing material, optimized for columns, the mirror forms a narrow door and wind noise low. The original structure tailored vocal floor panel must also be kept in conjunction with the instrument panel and reinforcement of the roof, drive wheels and a dynamic damper front suspension arms and upper back of the fingers - the sound of the low road.

For the facelift of the 2.2-liter diesel engine noise that can occur during cold start is reduced. The measures taken here include revision of the scheme and the timing of fuel injection pressure, revision control of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and using the glow plugs to aid combustion.

Human-Machine Interface is now easier to use

Facelift Model has been updated recently developed the Human Machine Interface (HMI), means that it is now easier to use. instrumentation driver numbers are higher and the temperature gauge is no longer driving the cluster, but at the center of the display, in which a passenger can read it.

A new steering wheel switches have been revised to be more intuitive only one function / switch. The new Info button, for example, the driver can effectively monitor the fuel consumption by browsing the information system for the driver (DIS) for fast, play the following information:

power consumption

Average fuel consumption

Driving range is the remaining fuel

Average vehicle speed

Mazda 6, the Bluetooth hands-free cell phone has been improved by easier and more convenient, and now the music audio input wireless portable music players.

Upper Drive and Ride

Mazda 6 superior combination of a lively engine caught, the "one-on-the-car" quality of handling and driving makes it unique in this segment. Once this starting point, the beginning of engineers made a number of significant changes to the steering and suspension systems to improve the lift car to drive and ride quality. facelift was also developed based on the Mazda light strategy to benefit both the dynamics and fuel efficiency.

Improved straight line stability and less vibration

suspension components for facelift Mazda 6 was introduced to ensure better handling stability in general, a branch of a larger and less vibration. High forest double wishbone front suspension adds a new front stabilizer bushes with a low spring constant. These observations provide further when the wheel is on and contribute to the better straight line stability. The multilink rear suspension has a new center of the mounting bolts that are more rigid than before, which helps make the rear more stable during flight operations. The engineers have also introduced a new location for housing through the bushes to the rear axle. Now placed further inland, thus increasing stability during braking back through and help better resist vibration.

Superior ride quality

In addition to these elements of the suspension of new engineers have also re-tuned suspension of the Mazda 6 facelift to give an even more high quality without compromising on handling acclaimed Mazda 6. They gave Bush the front leg and perimeter frame mounted lower spring constant, leaning into the cavity in the rear swing arm bushes front shock absorbers and rear back for less than hardness of the vertical input, and revised caps hump of the rear axle and butterfly bushes. These changes reduce the vertical vibration in the cabin of 4 and 9 Hz frequency range and the horizontal vibration of 10 to 14 Hz frequency range, resulting in a smoother, more comfortable ride.

2012 Mazda 3 Sedan Review

Mazda March 2012 he made his American debut at the 2011 New York International Auto Show. Makeover with an exterior and refined interior, the 2012 Mazda 3 is the first application in North America Mazda SKYACTIV innovative technologies and fuel economy results oriented, achieving 40 mpg on the road. The Mazda 3 is the model of Mazda's best-selling worldwide and accounts for nearly half of all Mazda sales in the U.S., which makes the vehicle an ideal candidate for the introduction of SKYACTIV consumers looking for dynamic performance together with high energy efficiency.

"SKYACTIV is not only the engine is the next generation of advanced vehicle performance and efficiency," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations (MNAO). "SKYACTIV Mazda is the philosophy of technology only to vehicles that are fun to drive, a pleasure to own and environmentally responsible, there is no better vehicle in the Mazda 3 starts, one of the most exciting sport compact cars on the road."

Redesigned for model year 2010, the freshened 2012 Mazda 3 is the first application of the technology SKYACTIV Mazda North America, get a new gasoline engine SKYACTIV-G and the transmission of new SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic-new-MT SKYACTIV six-speed manual transmission. It has also improved the sporty driving dynamics, handling and a comfortable cabin space. The exterior design has been refined to express a more daring, with new interiors to create additional functionality without sacrificing the feel and quality feel. Additional security features complete the package.

Mazda 3, SKYACTIV reach new heights

Besides driving the Mazda 3 MZR 2.0-liter current dual overhead cam head, 16-valve four-cylinder is the new highly efficient direct injection SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine of 2.0 liters. Mated to a standard-MT SKYACTIV six-speed manual or optional six-disc SKYACTIV-speed automatic transmission SKYACTIV be available in sedan or hatchback. The MZR 2.0-liter engine will continue to be available with the current five-speed as standard equipment. MZR 2.0-liter models will also be available equipped with the power transmission five-speed automatic optional.

About 4.4 pounds less than the current MZR 2.0-liter engine, the 2.0-liter SKYACTIV approves multi-hole injectors improve fuel characteristics as well as developed the piston cavity mode, which ensures a quick time to prevent burning and the effects of power and torque of the engine knock. The pumping losses are reduced by using two sequential valve timing (S-VT).

Mazda March 2012 reached a high 12.0:1 compression ratio and delivers 155 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 148 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm. (The PZEV version of this engine are sold in California and other states produce hp at 6000 rpm and 148 lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm, 154).

Compared to the current Mazda MZR engine 3 2.0 liters, the maximum power SKYACTIV equipped Mazda 3 2012 has increased by about five per cent (from 148 hp at 6500 rpm) and torque has increased by about 10 cent (from � 135 - ft to 4,500 rpm). With improved torque control system with a drive that uses the coordinated control of combinations of engines and transmission, Mazda 3s excel with technology SKYACTIV dynamic response, more sustainable Zoom-Zoom concept of unity between car and driver.

Fuel economy will also boost SKYACTIV combination of engine and transmission. When equipped with a gasoline engine and a G-SKYACTIV SKYACTIV optional six-speed-drive automatic transmission, 2012 Mazda 3 sedan to get the EPA rated 40 mpg on the highway, about 21 per cent improvement in the current MZR 2.0-liter engine has an optional five-speed automatic transmission. When the fuel tank 14.5 liters, 2012 Mazda 3 sedan with SKYACTIV has the potential to 540 km away, yet a gallon of fuel left. mpg City and a sedan will also improve by 17 per cent 28 mpg. If equipped with manual transmission-MT SKYACTIV six-speed sedan is rated at an estimated fuel economy of 27 city/39 highway.

Mazda 3 sedan with the MZR 2.0-liter engine EPA fuel economy rating of 25 city/33 highway standard five-speed manual transmission and 24 city/33 highway optional five-speed automatic transmission.

In addition, previously only available with 2.5-liter MZR engine, the model Mazda 3 five-door hatchback is now available in the U.S. with the engine SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter gasoline. This Mazda 3 is estimated to deliver 27 city/38 highway (SKYACTIV-MT) and 28 city/38 highway (SKYACTIV Drive-AT). Highway estimates slightly lower rate can be attributed to the different aerodynamic and weight-highest among the sedan and hatchback. But driving the car is still impressive, with over 500 miles of pipe in the tank the same size as the sedan. The MZR 2.0-liter will not be available in hatchback.

The highest fuel economy of Mazda 2012 3 SKYACTIV features is the direct result of combining the best features of technology in today's transmissions. To SKYACTIV-Drive, the main advantages of a conventional automatic transmission, continuously variable transmission (CVT) and dual clutch transmission (DCT) have been integrated. In addition, a torque converter lock-up clutch has been developed to ensure minimal decrease in fuel consumption and an increase in the direct sense.

For SKYACTIV-MT, the objective was to achieve a sense of discrepancy that is sporty, fresh and responsive to the driver. To attain this goal not only the race change lever shortened by about 10 percent of the current six-speed manual (available only in models with the MZR 2.5-liter MZR 2.3-liter or Spark Ignition Direct Injection turbo engine), but other technologies have been used as well: a guy down the system synchronizer ball lock type canceller moving the workload, slides, ball bearings and second and third place speed on a common shaft. By reconfiguring the gearbox six-speed manual current, its weight is reduced by approximately 4.4 pounds because of the need for fewer components, while providing a more rapid change and strong impression. Call it a little "MX-5 Miata-ness" in the third Mazda

Also available on 2012 Mazda 3 is the popular Mazda MZR 2.5-liter engine. Meanwhile SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter, 2.5 MZR is a technology leader as well. It offers an aluminum block with a cylinder sleeves-molybdenum alloy steel provides strength and rigidity not normally seen in the large-displacement engines with four cylinders. A forged steel crankshaft provides strength at high speed, but the rigidity of guaranteeing low NVH characteristics. Additionally, two balance shafts located in the sump eliminates noise and the second order vibrations. The deep-skirt block is designed for extra rigidity and main bearing caps are part of a capital gain of a ladder type below. To minimize noise and vibration typically found on larger displacement engines with four cylinders, the shock front of the crankshaft is fitted with two masses to listen. At the end end. As a flexible flywheel to slow NVH

The fuel is delivered to the ports of entry by a sequential injection system with electronic control. ignition coils are modular units placed directly on top of candles. Shim-less maintenance-buttons. lightweight pistons are coated with a special blend of anti-friction bearing rings and low voltage for fuel efficiency. Sintered metal powder lighter rods and pins, full floating alternative minimum weight.

Provided 167 hp at 6000 rpm and 168 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, the 2.5-liter MZR engine is available with a six-speed manual transmission or five-speed electronically controlled transmission automatic with manual control. (The PZEV version of this engine sold in California and other states produces 165 hp at 6,000 rpm and 167 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm). The MZR 2.5-liter reached EPA figures of 20 city and 28 highway with a manual transmission and 22 city and 29 highway with automatic transmission.

The dynamics

Mazda 3 earned a good reputation for its treatment sporty and exciting, offering a pleasant driving experience with emphasis on the consistency of the driver's expectations and your car answers. Inheriting this pedigree, updated 2012 Mazda 3, except to further strengthen this sense of unity between driver and car, but also offers a comfortable driving experience, that all passengers can feel and enjoy a variety of driving situations.

Referred to the effect Toitsukan, linear and uniform is more specifically in the establishment of a smooth transition between acceleration, deceleration and lateral G forces in response to the fundamentals of driving, turning and stopping. This idea is not simply to give a strong response to the operations of the accelerator and steering for sporty driving, but rather to provide a linear view of the car all the answers to the control of driver operations. Toitsukan extends to make driving enjoyable and instill the driver a sense of excitement and control while giving passengers a comfortable journey created by the movement smooth and steady.

Concentrated efforts have been made to ensure this is achieved Toitsukan general characteristics of the vehicle, which also led to a stronger body, including the adoption of the electro-hydraulic assisted (EHPAS) and optimize the adjustment of the front and rear shock absorbers . Mazda EHPAS system uses a new framework for the flow characteristics of the pump that allows easy handling at low speed, while achieving more positive response and better road feel thanks to medium to high speed range. The overall result of the current model is lighter, more agile steering feels.

In short: Turn the wheel a little, see a slight change of direction, turn the wheel a lot, have lots of change management. It seems so easy, but so few manufacturers seem able to achieve this level of intuition.

Mazda 3 body 2012 also has been enhanced for greater rigidity, improved the current model and stellar agile handling and stability. This is partly achieved by increasing the number of welds used to attach the suspension of relations (where the front and rear suspensions are mounted) areas of armed force. The use of stronger materials for reinforcements led to better disperse entry through the suspension is mounted on the body, thus greatly improving the overall stiffness of the body. Moreover, the two reinforcing bars in the center of the floor of the current Mazda 3 has been replaced by a new single brace which is both stronger and more rigid. Using this sheet reinforcing material suppresses the deformation of the body from front to back. This update applies only to models equipped with the G-SKYACTIV MZR 2.0-liter or 2.5 liter engines.

In addition, models with petrol engines SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter equipped with a control system that controls the production of a pair of maintaining a harmonious balance between engine power and transmission gear. Scheduled to determine the acceleration as it applies in relation to the amount of the share of the accelerator pedal, the system provides the right amount of torque generated is a request for acceleration. This gives the driver a feeling of confidence that the vehicle responds in a precise and predictable. lead to the desired speed can be achieved without a heavy foot on the accelerator, thus less wasted fuel.

Engaging, effective Exterior

This change in the mid-generation Mazda 3 also extends to its exterior. rich expression of the current position and bold model has been updated to provide a well-toned appearance that expresses a higher quality and attractiveness. improved aerodynamics and features stylized Mazda 2012 3 give a more sophisticated look, perfectly in harmony with function.

external appearance of the 2012 Mazda 3 has finally printing more time with a new front fascia and updated the opening of five points for the sedan and hatchback styles network. The new design features include more finely sculptured shapes of the openings around the outer edge of the front bumper and round fog lamps (changed from the horizontal scale version of the current model).

Mazda 3 sedan and hatchback equipped with gasoline engines SKYACTIV-G will be distinguished with unique features such as an engine cover back finished deep blue metallic paint with black areas along each side, equipped with a projector units transparent blue ring from the lens center to highlight the distinctiveness of the vehicle and an identification card with a "SKYACTIV" logo on a blue background.

Aerodynamics played a strong footprint of a vehicle. Improved aerodynamic performance yields higher fuel consumption and further reduce CO2 emissions, contributing to the stability of leadership. In this spirit, the front bumper has been optimized, as well as parts of the base, more effectively facilitate the flow of air circulating underground. The shape of the bottom of the front bumper have been redesigned to project forward and under the wings were bigger. This adjustment effectively distributes the air flow hitting the engine compartment and the front tire deflector turbulence in the elimination of engine cooling, as well as along the sides.

Other aerodynamic aids to further streamline the flow of air through and around the vehicle includes widening and flattening of the hood (on models equipped with an engine SKYACTIV-G), raising the floor under the blankets, with about 10 percent and eliminate the vertical grooves for a smooth design, increase the rigidity of the front tire deflectors to prevent distortion and create a good balance between the cooling of the brakes, aerodynamics and handling, stability, and a silent extra-shaped shell to sit at angles to the road surface.

The devil is really in detail, and the Mazda engineers did not lose one. The end result is 0.27 Cd Saloon (SKYACTIV equipped model), around seven per cent better than the current models of Cd 0.29. Hatchback version is 0.29 Cd (SKYACTIV equipped model), of which about seven percent more than the 0.31 Cd of the current models.

Updated and the layout was made all the new 16 - and 17-inch aluminum wheels wheel designs. 16-inch wheels (all models SKYACTIV) now includes 10 twisted spokes Area, rose to the current model for seven-spoke wheel, and a 17-inch wheels (2.5-liter S model) is characterized by enlarged openings between the races, trying to add a lighter more dynamic feel. steel wheels 16-inch models and 18-inch alloy wheels will remain unchanged.

High quality, Intuitive Interiors

The interior is no less re-imagined as outside the vehicle, and was developed with the objectives of the end of an inviting cabin and feel superior. Beginning with the scoreboard - the largest interior landscape of the cab - black is now used throughout the center console and door movement to provide an even more audacious. In addition, silver, shiny satin details were added to areas often used by consumers, such as outer rings of the three switches the climate control knob and the audio control panel and vents on central panel. Besides creating a sense of refinement above, the pattern of silver on a black background emphasizes the location of these common controls and switches, which increases visibility and reduces the amount of time drivers take their eyes off the road by Thus, reducing operational errors.

Multi Information Display (MID) and liquid crystal display (LCD) were also adjustments in color from red text and graphics from the current model to a white easier to read. 2012-A also affects MAZDASPEED3 money to replace existing graphics accented red and silver decoration on top of shift knob has been deleted. The entire shift knob is leather-wrapped MAZDASPEED3. The button handbrake is also wrapped in genuine leather, the establishment of a cockpit Joint Coordinating appropriate air and gives even sportier MAZDASPEED3 interior refinement extra.

The sporty two meters from the control panel itself is unchanged, but highlights new, still graphic white light meters, which offer better readability, even in daylight hours. The background color will also vary by model: black standard and high dynamic finish and a gradation of red MAZDASPEED3. SKYACTIV panels equipped vehicles will have a light blue and white graphic counter degraded. Also available is a satin-wrapped shift lever style decorated with the cover on the bottom and a silver ring, surrounded SKYACTIV-plate with logo on top.

It shows that even half of the refresh cycle, the engineers really sweat the details of the number of forward projection of the crown of the head SKYACTIV-drive models have increased by about 0.16 inches during the current model, which gives a better grip, feel and smooth change of direction in the front and rear left-right.

improve the visual design have also found their place in the comfortable and cozy seating and create a strong impression of the size of the patterns of new tissue in three dimensions. In the seats of the models are not black leather, gray son-conservatives have been added to enhance the contrast and create a feeling of casual comfort. Duna brightly colored seats and receive both the cons dark threads to create a calm, mature inside. Higher trim levels (Touring and Grand Touring), received another type of tissue of the security model in three dimensions to create a richer expression of the quality of black fabric.

Other security features

All Mazda 3 models and MAZDASPEED3 will continue to be equipped with a high level of standard safety features. One option available for models 2012-is a new Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system. BSM system helps drivers avoid accidents that occur often in difficult situations spaced, like brushing against another vehicle during lane changes and merging traffic. 24GHz radar sensors located at the rear of the vehicle designed to detect vehicles approaching within 13 meters left or right, and within 26 feet from the rear. When a vehicle is detected in the area of ??the blind spot, the direction indicator lamps housed in the door mirrors light. If a turn signal is activated when the lights are on, they blink and a beep is an additional warning. Also available is an optional Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) with auto-leveling bi-xenon headlights.

AFS offers a wider range of vision when cornering, which increases the driver's eyes away and visible point, taking into account both steering angle and vehicle speed to change the focus at an angle.

All Mazda 3s, regardless of the finish or a choice of engines that Mazda will continue to own rigid body structure that incorporates security deformable outer areas that absorb impact energy, and Mazda's Triple H design, which reinforcements is H-shaped on the floor, and roof rails to remove cabin deformation and to minimize the risk of injury in a collision. For 2012 models, the B-pillar reinforcement was extended for more than seven inches and high-strength steel has been added to further increase the rigidity of the body.

Advanced standard safety features include six airbags (dual front advanced, front seat-mounted full length curtain and a half) has improved the dual chamber side airbags, antilock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist , Electronic Stability Control (DSC) and traction control system (TCS), front and rear stabilizer bar, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), "dashed", brake and accelerator pedals and a collapsible steering column, seat belts three points in all seating positions, front seatbelt pre-tensioners and force limiters, and the Lower Anchors and tethers for children (LATCH). It 's the Mazda 3, the security is not simply an option.

2012 Mazda BT-50 Review

By 2010 Australian International Motor Show in Sydney, Mazda reveals all-new Mazda BT-50, which means a new direction in the utility segment. It was developed as an "active lifestyle vehicle," and aims to further broaden the appeal of a service to users of traditional business to a wide range of clients, including families and hedonists.

Current BT-50 is the only Mazda's range of services to the utility segment. It has set up a utility tonne, which has won numerous awards and gained a strong following throughout the world. In developing the new model, Mazda to expand the appeal to customers who lead active lifestyles and have needs that can not be reached by traditional services companies. It provides all the necessary functions for business cars to combine a family so pleasant to use, and active customers in Australia and Europe, is the perfect answer to all types of outdoor recreation. Thus, the new BT-50 was developed to meet the diverse needs of customers in all markets.

To ensure that these objectives have been met, the new Mazda BT-50 was developed under the slogan "Active Lifestyle Vehicle." The result is a utility that provides a unique value, has a refined and expressive style, a comfortable cabin, high quality, smooth ride with the feel of a passenger car, sport safety and the environment and traffic, and driving the dynamic response, which reflect the DNA of Mazda Performance.

Design: "Beast sophisticated"

We wanted to design a truck, car enthusiasts would be very happy and proud to own. We have struck a unique and expressive style that people find desirable, and we also wanted to keep it strong and reliable. This led us to define the concept of design "sophisticated beast."

As Ryo Yanagisawa, chief designer of the new BT-50, explains. "Message of the Mazda Zoom-Zoom, which refers to the emotion of motion first experienced as a child with the new Mazda BT-50, which aimed to express this emotion through design and was based in large part of several "movements" in the world around us. For example, there was a picture of a lion. It looked like a magnificent predator with all his muscles bunch up as if ready to pounce on its prey His nerves were stretched ready to strike his hair and a strong, masculine face which seemed to say. "I'm proud of the king of the beasts in the profile, this lion seems to be both smart and powerful. I really wanted the design of the trucks in this type of project the image. This kind of inspiration has been the basis of emotional design that we worked so hard to get the new BT-50. "

Exterior - Inspired Design and taxation

Without diminishing the strength or degree of functionality, we wanted to give out the brand new Mazda BT-50 sports design, filled with movement, which would make people immediately want to get in and drive. The clean lines will look with pride owners.

The car finally has a beauty and individuality that are instantly recognizable from all angles, even up to 100 feet away.

proportions dynamic wedge evoke the image of a large carnivore attacking unwary prey. This is different from all other public services.

Casting away from the traditional boxy image utility, a sporty and dynamic, are consistent with other Mazda car lineup.

Moreover, the evolution of traditional fenders Mazda prominent, muscular lines flow from the wings along the sides of the body.

A front bumper with a bold, overwhelming presence and rear single

Mazda family face the five-point scale, is also an expression evolved more impressive, with headlights and a chrome strip forming a large pentagon.

The lights are bold boomerang shape, to develop the details and functional beauty.

A first in the segment - the taillights are stretched horizontally to reach the corners and across the tailgate for a sporty and elegant from the back, which is a luxury SUV.

Interior Design - Sports and personal space

We wanted to give the interior of the all-new Mazda BT-50 sports and more personal feel to complement the dynamic external image and create a comfortable space to compete with current standard of Mazda cars. The interior is designed to envelop the driver and create a favorable environment for enthusiastic driving. It raises expectations for a sporty driving experience and flexibility that goes beyond a traditional utility.

The smooth flowing design in the middle of the dashboard to the raised center console that never saw a pickup truck.

The band is an asymmetrical design to create an optimal state of both parties, it wraps around the driver and reassuring to make room for passengers.

Four bold metal door trim and center console side to express the dynamism and seems to favor the interior.

A sketch of the two metallic reflections and cylindrical legs connected by a central median to improve readability and enhance the sporting character of the idea based on the driver's dashboard.

The audio control panel and climate control panel, which has independent driver and controls the temperature of the passenger side, as a user interface very well designed.

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