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The world premiere of the second model in Mazda’s new generation of cars lineup, the CX-30, took place this week at the Geneva Motor Show.
The compact crossover was introduced to fill an alleged gap between the CX3 and CX-5. Built on the same Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture as the recently launched Mazda3, the crossover measures 4,395 mm long, 1,795 mm wide, and 1,540 mm high.
The exterior design of the car has a lot in common with the carmaker's existing SUVs, but shows different elements took, like a sharper wing, a triangular radiator grille and narrowed tailgate.
The interior shows a symmetrical cockpit, with a wide floor console housing the gear lever, cup holders and commander control. The dashboard features a secondary, wing-shaped hood on its upper side, to make the cockpit look "expansive."
Engine wise, no specific details were announced. The inclusion of the Skyactiv-X, or Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI) engine, was however confirmed.
This engine blends the best of two worlds, being among the first gasoline units in the world to combine the kick provided by a good-old spark with the punch of hard-pressed fuel in a diesel engine.
All of Mazda CX-30s gasoline powerplants will be equipped with the carmaker’s new M-Hybrid system comprised of an electric motor and a 24V lithium-ion battery.
“We designed the CX-30 to be an essential partner in the customer’s life,” said in a statement in Geneva Akira Marumoto, Mazda CEO.
“it will be made at key global plants so we can deliver Mazda’s renowned driving pleasure and matured Kodo design to customers all over the world. Moving forward, our new products and technologies will ensure customers continue to see the value in owning a Mazda car. We aim to be recognized as a brand that forms the strongest of bonds with each customer.”
The new Mazda CX-30 will be launched on the global markets later this year, with the UK to get the car first.
The exterior design of the car has a lot in common with the carmaker's existing SUVs, but shows different elements took, like a sharper wing, a triangular radiator grille and narrowed tailgate.
The interior shows a symmetrical cockpit, with a wide floor console housing the gear lever, cup holders and commander control. The dashboard features a secondary, wing-shaped hood on its upper side, to make the cockpit look "expansive."
Engine wise, no specific details were announced. The inclusion of the Skyactiv-X, or Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI) engine, was however confirmed.
This engine blends the best of two worlds, being among the first gasoline units in the world to combine the kick provided by a good-old spark with the punch of hard-pressed fuel in a diesel engine.
All of Mazda CX-30s gasoline powerplants will be equipped with the carmaker’s new M-Hybrid system comprised of an electric motor and a 24V lithium-ion battery.
“We designed the CX-30 to be an essential partner in the customer’s life,” said in a statement in Geneva Akira Marumoto, Mazda CEO.
“it will be made at key global plants so we can deliver Mazda’s renowned driving pleasure and matured Kodo design to customers all over the world. Moving forward, our new products and technologies will ensure customers continue to see the value in owning a Mazda car. We aim to be recognized as a brand that forms the strongest of bonds with each customer.”
The new Mazda CX-30 will be launched on the global markets later this year, with the UK to get the car first.
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