Mazda Launched-new generation of sedans and hatchback Axela

Mazda Launched-new generation of sedans and hatchback Axela, On Thursday, Japanese automobile company Mazda launched in the domestic market a new generation of sedans and hatchback Axela, to other markets, including Russia, known as the Mazda 3.

The company plans to sell 2 000 such vehicles a month.

The new "Mazda 3, equipped with proprietary system i-stop stopping and starting the engine. According to the developers, it is two times faster than those of competing technologies based on the motors to re-launch. Unlike them, i-stop use of the engine fuel system volume MZR 2.0 liter direct injection and piezoelectric ignition (DISI) with a little help from starter motor. So, start the engine comes in just 0.35 seconds.

Mazda 3 with front drive and the 2.0-liter engine has become 15% more economical than the previous generation - at 100 km, it takes 8.3 liters of gasoline. Complete with a 1.5-liter engine is now equipped with infinitely transmission. Its fuel consumption - 5.4 liters per 100 kilometers - is the best in its class.


Total buyer offered two options for the car: 4-door sedan and 5-door hatchback. Both are available with the front and full of drive. Maximum power 1.5-liter engine - 111 hp, 2.0-liter - 150 hp

Mazda is also prepared for a complete turbo Mazdaspeed Axela, under the hood which is 2.3-liter engine MZR, developing 264 hp As the transmission were 4-and 5-speed "automatic", Variator and 6-speed "mechanics."

The interior of new items made in two versions, based on the material in black. All models are equipped with a telescopic tuning the provisions of the steering wheel, driver seat adjustment in two directions. Mazdaspeed Axela in the driver's seat is equipped with an electric drive with a memory function.

The car, except the most affordable complete 15C, was the system of access in the cabin without a key and start the engine with a button. As an option you can set the rear-view camera with wide viewing angle, which will facilitate the process of parking.


The cost of the new Mazda 3 in Japan range from 17 008 dollars - for this amount can be purchased sedan with 1.5-liter engine and ??????????. The most expensive hatchback with a 2.0-liter engine is 21 516 dollars. Mazdaspeed Axela cost 27 438 dollars.