New Mazda 3.

Will continue in five-door hatchback and four-door sedan variants. The wheelbase has been stretched by 60mm and the body is 40mm wider and 15mm lower. At launch, there will be 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre SkyActiv petrol engines, Maciver says. The transmission options will be Mazda's SkyActiv-NT manual and SKYActiv-Drive conventional automatic. "A normal torque converter locks up for 60-70 per cent of the time but this one locks up 90 per cent so it's much more fuel efficient and direct,'' he says. The car's Australian preview includes an local appearance by exterior design chief Yasutake Tsuchida and advanced studio head Yasushi Nakamuta. Typically, the talk is about the emotion in the car's design, not about the clear visual connection to the outgoing car or the more refined side sculpting or the new look in the nose, or a cabin that still puts the driver first. "We pursued a rhythmical look for the new Mazda3 design that displays energetic tension,'' the company says. "At the same time, we aimed for a design that will earn the all-new Mazda3 a place in the hearts of customers as a trusty partner, rather than a mere means of conveyance.''

Mazda Minagi Concept is the New CX-5

Mazda today confirmed what many of us already suspected – that the Minagi concept shown at the 2011 Geneva Salon earlier this year will form the base for a production model that will be called the CX-5. In addition, the Japanese firm also announced that the compact crossover model will make its international debut in production guise at the forthcoming 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show to be held in Germany in September. The new CX-5 will sit below the larger CX-7 and CX-9 in Mazda’s crossover lineup, and will compete against the VW Tiguan, BMW X1, and Ford Kuga. It will be the first production vehicle to incorporate Mazda's new styling language called 'KODO - Soul of Motion' as well as the full range of the firm’s SKYACTIV technologies, including a whole host of new engines, transmissions, bodyshells and platforms, all designed to significantly improve fuel efficiency. The Japanese company hasn’t released any other details on the CX-5, but it did say that the compact crossover model will go on sale worldwide in early 2012.

Family Minivan of the Third Generation Mazda 5

Family compact Mazda 5 minivan has replaced a previous model of Mazda the famous Premacy. Currently, the market of the minivans is represented by the third generation of the car, which made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2010. Though majority of the European dealers go this new car model only last year.

Externally, the new Mazda 5 will receive a modern and sleeker look than its predecessor. Large grill adjacent to the vertical sections of the front lights, large head optics goes into flared wheel arches, and on the sides of the car appeared some addings as flowing lines – Nagare Flow. Side rear door of the minivan is a sliding one, and its outer slide is gracefully moving into the rear lights. Thus, the company has managed to make the family car with a very attractive and dynamic appearance. Dimensions of the auto, compared to its predecessor, have not changed, but some indicators have declined.Thus, the length of the new Mazda 5 is 4585 mm (the wheelbase 2751 mm), width – 1750 mm, height – 1615 mm. Ground clearance of the minivan equals 130 mm and the trunk got additional volume, and which, depending on the position of the rear seats, can range from 158 to 780 liters.

New Mazda CX-9 World Premiere

Mazda will hold the world premiere ofthe refreshed Mazda CX-9 crossover SUV at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show. Held in Sydney, the 2012 Australian International Motor Show begins October 18 and runs through to October 28, 2012. The 2013 CX-9 will be launched in New Zealand later this year. Mazda CX-9 is an All-Wheel Drive crossover sport-utility SUV featuring a distinctive sporty appearance, a high-quality cabin, the flexibility of three-rows of seating, and Mazda’s exciting “Zoom-Zoom” driving dynamics. The current CX-9 has sold over 210,000 units* in 74 countries, including North America, Australia and New Zealand, as Mazda’s range-topping SUV. Andrew Clearwater Managing Director Mazda New Zealand believes the new CX-9 will build on the popularity created by the previous model first launched in New Zealand in 2011. “The CX-9 has proven to be ideal for New Zealand families that require a 7-seater vehicle capable of transporting many people and their associated gear - while still providing a fantastic driving experience. Exciting new features and an extended array of safety features will bring peace of mind for the whole family. The new Mazda CX-9 carries over the utility and dynamic driving performance of the current model while adopting Mazda’s “KODO – Soul of Motion” design theme at the front and rear for even sportier styling and stronger presence. Enhancements in craftsmanship and interior design further the feeling of quality and refinement. With regard to equipment, the infotainment system features the latest audio, navigation and Bluetooth systems. In addition, advanced active-safety features, such as Forward Obstruction Warning System, Lane Departure Warning System, and High Beam Control System, help drivers recognize and avoid danger. As with the current model, the new CX-9 features the MZI 3.7-liter V6 engine and a six-speed automatic transmission for powerful and refined driving pleasure. The all-new Mazda6 will also make its Australasian premiere in Sydney. It is the second of Mazda’s new generation of products that adopt the full range of SKYACTIV technologies and the KODO – Soul of Motion design theme. It is the first model to be equipped with Mazda’s unique brake energy regeneration system, i-ELOOP.

Inside in Mazda 6.

nside, soft materials are used at touch points while the instrument panel features Bourdeaux-colored metal and “dark metal.” Mazda says it features a “driver oriented cockpit” with “three meters laid out symmetrically in the meter hood,” which “heighten the expectations for exciting driving.” We figured out that if we exchange the word “gauges” for “meters” that statement makes sense. The wheelbase of the new Mazda 6 is 1.6 inches longer than the outgoing model, and shoulder room, knee room and leg space have all been increased. The trunk also opens wider, for easier access. In addition to its stop/start system, the Mazda 6 also uses i-ELOOP, which is a regenerative braking system. It stores power from braking in a capacitor that can be used to run the car's electronic accessories. A full suite of safety systems is available on the sedan, including backup sensors, adaptive front lighting and Smart City Brake Support that hits the brakes automatically to avoid obstacles, even if the driver isn't paying attention. Lane departure warnings and hill holding are also offered. EPA fuel mileage numbers haven't been released yet, but we predict highway mileage will be above 30 mpg for both engines. U.S. pricing will be announced closer to launch. Read more: http://www.autoweek.com/article/20120828/carnews/120829836#ixzz2W2RTx3Ux Follow us: @AutoweekUSA on Twitter | AutoweekUSA on Facebook

New Mazda 6.

Exciting SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY offers greater fuel economy, extraordinary performance and more Zoom-Zoom enjoyment, while reducing weight, adding strength and improving safety. It's smart, futuristic thinking that you’d expected from Mazda. SKYLAB showcases the SKYACTIV features of the All-New Mazda6. All-New Mazda6 is equipped with a number of advanced active safety technologies, which form part of Mazda's i-ACTIVSENSE range. These revolutionary features offer excellent safety performance over a wide range of driving conditions, helping the driver to recognise hazards and avert collisions, or reduce their severity in situations where they cannot be avoided. In a world first, Mazda has developed i-ELOOP, a revolutionary capacitor-based system that stores the brake energy of the All-New Mazda6 and redistributes it to help run the car's electrical instruments, saving fuel in the process. i-ELOOP not only improves your fuel economy by up to 10% but also enables up to 100% of the engine's power to go directly to where it counts. i-stop, Mazda's idle stop technology, introduced with Mazda3 SP20 SKYACTIV and CX-5, is also found in the All-New Mazda6. i-stop cuts the engine automatically whenever the vehicle comes to a stop, reducing emissions and saving even more fuel.