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Mazda will be focusing on low fuel consumption and reduced emissions at this year's Paris Motor Show, with three new model introductions.
Mazda's lightweight, Mazda2 - voted World Car of the Year 2008 - has received an upgrade and will be given its European premiere in Paris, revealing the following key changes:
• New front styling features Mazda's unique family face
• Upgraded interior
• Upgraded Euro V compliant power train line-up
• Upgraded chassis for even better ride comfort
• Automatic transmission version introduced
Joining the upgraded Mazda2 will be the all-new Mazda5 premiering with a new, more economical MZ-CD 1.6 diesel engine. The Mazda5 C-MAV people carrier is especially economic and family-friendly and offers:
• A frugal and powerful 1.6-litre diesel engine (5.2 litres/100km, 86 kW)
• A 15 percent CO2 emissions reduction in comparison to the previous 2.0-litre diesel
• New lightweight 6-speed manual transmission
• An eye-catching design that sets it apart in the C-MAV segment
• Enhanced Karakuri interior flexibility for up to seven people plus sliding rear doors
The new Mazda3 with an upgraded MZ-CD 1.6 diesel engine will also be introduced. Offering more power and torque, while lowering fuel consumption and emissions, the new version features:
• 4.7 kW more maximum power
• 12 percent higher maximum torque
• 4.4 litres/100km and 117g/km CO2
• New lightweight 6-speed manual transmission
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