Mazda Focusing on Weight Reduction, Efficiency in 2010 Mazda3
Posted on 14. Aug, 2008 by DeuxEx3 in Mazda News, Mazda3 Guide, What's Hot
When Mazda unleashes the 2010 Mazda3 it isn’t just going to be another pretty face in the crowd. According to Automotive News, Mazda will start by replacing the powertrains for every vehicle in its lineup. In addition to new powertrains, Mazda plans to add direct-injection spark ignition and idle-stop technology to crank out better fuel economy from their entire lineup by 2015.
For the Mazda3 specifically, coming in Spring 2009 as a 2010 model, Mazda is going to continue its success by offering two engine choices. Rumor has it that the 2.5 liter four-cylinder motor behind the new Mazda6, rated at 170-hp, will cover the Mazda3 s trim while we suspect the current top of the line 2.3 liter 4-cylinder will find its way into the Mazda3 i.
We also expect Mazda to move forward with its promise to deliver more premium options in the Mazda3 (bluetooth? power passenger seat? remote trunk release? [please?!]) as it positions the Mazda3 as the premium compact among “economy” cars.
Head over to the source link below to read Automotive News’ predictions and thoughts on the future of Mazda’s other cars including the Mazda2, Kabura and CX-5.
Source: Automotive News [via Cnet]
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