Segment: Large
Production years: 2001, 2002
In 2001, Mazda introduced a facelifted version of its upmarket version Xedos 9, or Millenia on the U.S. market, and tried again to get more customers. But it failed.
While the competition grew stronger in the late '90s, Mazda still pushed the Millenia/Xedos 9 on various markets. It tried to achieve the same status as the Lexus or the Acura, but the customers didn't buy it. So, despite its revolutionary design and unique technical features, it failed, and the nameplate never returned to Mazda's inventory.
During the facelift, the carmaker made a new front fascia design. While its predecessor featured smaller, rounded headlights, the 2001 model was bolder, with new-edge-inspired lines for the headlamps. The grille was also slightly more angular like a wide shield pointed downwards to the bumper. Mazda placed chromed trims on wherever it could, including on the gutters and the surroundings of the window. At the back, the rounded shapes of the trunk lid and taillights were slightly adjusted to fit in the new-edge design trend. Yet, its biodesign origins couldn't be forgotten.
Inside, the carmaker tried to create a premium appearance, with a nicely curved dashboard and the audio system control panel integrated atop the center stack, very easy to reach by the driver. In the instrument cluster, Mazda placed large dials and an LCD below the speedometer. Depending on the trim level and options, the owner was either spoiled by velour upholstery or leather. At the back, there was room enough for three adult passengers.
For the technical department, the carmaker had to make some concessions in terms of power to comply with new emissions regulations.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L V6 4AT (167 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2497 cm3 |
Power: | 120 KW @ 6000 RPM 163 HP @ 6000 RPM 161 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 156 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 212 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18 gallons (68.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 128.6 mph (207 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11 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: | 215/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.1 in (4879 mm) |
Width: | 69.6 in (1768 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59.8/59.8 in (1,519/1,519 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 108.2 in (2748 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 14.7 cuFT (416 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.29 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3240.7 lbs (1470 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4310 lbs (1955 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.5 mpg US (15.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.9 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 258 g/km |