Mazda Press Release
Mazda Motor Corporation will hold the global premiere of the
all-new Mazda5 (known as the Mazda Premacy in Japan) during the
press days of the 2010 Geneva Motor Show on March 2 and 3, 2010.
Embracing dynamic and elegant Nagare design, the new Mazda5
emits approximately 15 percent less CO2 than the current model
thanks to Mazda’s “i-stop” idling stop system, a direct
injection gasoline engine and other technologies. European sales
of the all-new Mazda5 will commence during fall 2010.
The new Mazda5 features an emotional design that blends elegance
with a dynamic spirit. It will be the first Mazda production
model to fully adopt Mazda’s Nagare (meaning “flow” in Japanese)
design language, which finds inspiration in the beauty of flows
found in nature. Nagare design has appeared in certain elements
of recent production models and was previously showcased through
a series of concept cars. The new Mazda5’s design achieves
excellent aerodynamic characteristics with an outstanding drag
coefficient and lift balance. In order to meet wide-ranging
customer requirements, it also offers a high level of
functionality, with dual sliding rear doors and multiple seat
arrangements. This includes a karakuri second-row center seat
that can be converted to a versatile storage space. With a
sportier and smoother ride, the new Mazda5 responds precisely to
the driver’s commands, enabling the whole family to travel in
comfort and security.
Based on its long-term vision for technology development,
Sustainable Zoom-Zoom, Mazda is striving to improve the
eco-friendly performance of its products. Whether stuck in
traffic or cruising on the highway, the all-new Mazda5 with 2.0L
direct injection gasoline engine and i-stop significantly
reduces CO2 emissions thanks to the effective combination of i-stop,
the high combustion efficiency provided by direct injection, and
a six-speed manual transmission with optimized gear ratios. The
new Mazda5 cuts CO2 emissions by roughly 15 percent compared to
the model it replaces and provides a more comfortable ride with
linear and smooth performance characteristics. It is now one of
the most eco-friendly minivans in its class in Europe.
The new Mazda5’s green credentials are further enhanced by its
other available powertrains, which include a 1.8L gasoline
engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission.
Commenting on the development concept, Hideki Matsuoka, the
Mazda5 program manager, said, “The all-new Mazda5 meets the many
needs of today’s customers. In a single model, we offer the
competitive eco-performance necessary to address current market
trends together with our distinctive, emotional design. The
Mazda5 features outstanding functionality with sliding rear
doors and multiple seat arrangements, and it delivers fantastic
comfort with a linear and smooth ride that responds precisely as
the driver intends.”
[Source:
Mazda.com] |
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2010 Mazda 5 |
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| SPECIFICATIONS |
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PRICE: |
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$18,000 -
$23,000 |
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ENGINE: |
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2.5L I4 |
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HORSEPOWER: |
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167 hp |
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TORQUE: |
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Unknown |
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SIZE (L x W x H): |
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181.5 x 69.0 x 64.2 in. |
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CURB WEIGHT: |
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3,400 - 3,500 lbs. |
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0-60 MPH: |
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9.0 sec |
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1/4 MILE: |
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17.0 sec |
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TOP SPEED: |
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Unknown |
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ROADHOLDING: |
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0.81 g |
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FUEL (City/Hwy): |
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22 / 29 mpg |
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| SPECIFICATIONS |
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PRICE: |
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$17,995 -
$23,005 |
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ENGINE: |
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2.3L I4 |
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HORSEPOWER: |
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153 hp |
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TORQUE: |
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148 lb-ft |
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SIZE (L x W x H): |
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181.5 x 69.0 x 64.2 in. |
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CURB WEIGHT: |
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3,422 - 3,479 lbs. |
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0-60 MPH: |
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9.4 sec |
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1/4 MILE: |
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17.3 sec @ 81 mph |
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TOP SPEED: |
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123 mph |
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ROADHOLDING: |
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0.80 g |
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FUEL (City/Hwy): |
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21-22 / 27-28 mpg |
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