Segment: Large
Production years: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
At the beginning of the '90s, Mazda tried to launch a premium brand to compete against Infiniti, Acura, and Lexus. The first model which should enter the competition was the Xedos 9/Millenia.
Unfortunately for the Japanese brand, an economic crisis forced them to cancel the program. Still, the Millenia/Xedos 9 was built and remained an example of what they could do if the recession wouldn't strike them.
Sleek and streamlined, the Xedos 9 featured a slim front fascia with narrow headlights and a grille that didn't resemble any other Mazda on the market. The curved surfaces and flowing lines went into an ascending trend toward the rear. The raked A-pillars and sloped rear windscreen improved the aerodynamic coefficient.
The interior was roomy for five adult passengers. The manufacturer installed steering-wheel buttons and a complete instrument panel that offered enough information about the driver's car and speed. On the sides of the instrument cluster, the carmaker installed warning lights for various functions. Under the door-mounted armrests, there were covered compartments.
The magic came in the technical department. The Xedos 9 was available with an all-wheel-steering system and traction control. There was a choice of three V6 engines under the hood, and the most interesting was the 2.3-liter unit. It was a Miller cycle type, which allowed the car to offer excellent fuel-efficiency for its times, even if it was mated to a 4-speed automatic gearbox. The other two were paired with a 5-speed manual. One particular advantage of the car was the fully independent suspension and the low center of gravity that helped it achieve the same speed on the elk-avoiding test as the Nissan 300 ZX or the BMW 850i.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L V6 5MT (143 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 1995 cm3 |
Power: | 105.2 KW @ 6000 RPM 143 HP @ 6000 RPM 141 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 130 lb-ft @ 4900 RPM 176 Nm @ 4900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190 in (4826 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 54.9 in (1394 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/60.2 in (1,529/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.3 in (2751 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3053.4 lbs (1385 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4276.9 lbs (1940 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 215 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L V6 4AT (231 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2255 cm3 |
Power: | 157 KW @ 5300 RPM 213 HP @ 5300 RPM 211 BHP @ 5300 RPM |
Torque: | 218 lb-ft @ 3700 RPM 295 Nm @ 3700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190 in (4826 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 54.9 in (1394 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/60.2 in (1,529/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.3 in (2751 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3251.8 lbs (1475 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4376.1 lbs (1985 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.8 mpg US (14 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 239 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L V6 4AT (167 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2497 cm3 |
Power: | 122.8 KW @ 6000 RPM 167 HP @ 6000 RPM 165 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 156 lb-ft @ 4900 RPM 212 Nm @ 4900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190 in (4826 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 54.9 in (1394 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/60.2 in (1,529/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.3 in (2751 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3064.4 lbs (1390 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4276.9 lbs (1940 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.7 mpg US (12.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 236 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L V6 5MT (167 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2497 cm3 |
Power: | 122.8 KW @ 6000 RPM 167 HP @ 6000 RPM 165 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 156 lb-ft @ 4900 RPM 212 Nm @ 4900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190 in (4826 mm) |
Width: | 69.7 in (1770 mm) |
Height: | 54.9 in (1394 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.2/60.2 in (1,529/1,529 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.3 in (2751 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3064.4 lbs (1390 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4276.9 lbs (1940 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.7 mpg US (12.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 236 g/km |