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JANUARY 8, 2014

Automotive News reports that Mazda plans a second generation of SkyActiv engines around 2020 that would achieve 30% better fuel economy than the current line of Skyactiv engines. Mazda engineers aim to eke the gains by cranking up the engine’s compression ratio to 18:1, from a current level of 14:1. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy Mazda Economy 2020 223

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 29, 2022

Mazda has added another SUV to their lineup. This past week in Santa Barbara, Mazda invited the automotive media to drive the CX-50 on the highway, twisty mountain roads and then off-road to experience soft sand, steep climbs and descents. Mazda adds another SUV. All Mazda SUVs will now come only with all-wheel drive (AWD).

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Mazda SUV MPG Clean 92

Green Car Congress

JULY 3, 2012

Mazda Motor Corporation will double production capacity at its engine plant in Hiroshima from 400,000 units to 800,000 units per year in October 2012. The plant produces SKYACTIV-D diesel engines and SKYACTIV-G gasoline engines. It achieves the lowest compression ratio for a mass production diesel engine for vehicles.

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Mazda Engine Production Gasoline 236

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2009

Mazda CX-7 equipped with a MZR-CD 2.2-liter liter clean diesel engine (European specifications). Mazda Motor Corporation will exhibit freshened CX-7 SUVs with European specifications at the 63 rd Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from 15-27 September. Tags: Diesel Emissions. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Mazda Diesel Clean Cleaning 186

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2017

At the Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda is introducing the KAI CONCEPT compact hatchback ( earlier post ), powered by the next-generation SKYACTIV-X spark-controlled compression-ignition (SPCCI) gasoline engine ( earlier post ), SKYACTIV-Vehicle Architecture and a more mature expression of the KODO design language. Earlier post.).

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Mazda Engine Concept Fuel Economy 170

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2009

Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premiere of its next-generation engine lineup and automatic transmissions at the 41 st Tokyo Motor Show, to be held from Saturday, 24 October through 4 November. Direct-injection Mazda SKY-G gasoline engine. Advanced diesel Mazda SKY-D engine. liter diesel engine.

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Mazda Gasoline Engine Fuel Economy 230

Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2011

The first of Mazda Motor Corporation’s next-generation SKYACTIV technologies ( earlier post ) to be introduced to the market will be the SKYACTIV-G 1.3 Mazda will unveil the engine at the Automotive Engineering Exposition that will be held from 18 – 20 May at the Pacifico Yokohama convention center near Tokyo, Japan.

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Mazda Gasoline Engine Japan 275

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Mazda Motor Corporation has launched its SKYACTIV next-generation technologies—including engines, transmissions, vehicle bodies and chassis—that will begin appearing in Mazda products from 2011. The Mazda Demio SKYACTIV-G will achieve fuel economy of 30 kilometers per liter (70.6 Earlier post.) mpg US, 3.3

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Mazda Fuel Economy Engine Gasoline-Electric 199

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2013

Mazda unveiled the redesigned 2014 Mazda3 (known as the Axela in Japan) in a series of launch events world-wide. The new Mazda3 is the third new-generation model to embody Mazda’s new KODO Design and SKYACTIV Technology, after the CX-5 and new Mazda6. liter diesel engine; and as a hybrid electric vehicle (Japan only).

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Mazda Fuel Economy 2014 Gasoline-Electric 207

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

2021 Mazda CX-9 owners say things like “exceeds my expectations,” “I love it,” “it is one of the most beautiful cars on the road” and “super happy with my purchase.” At least that’s what Mazda says. The Mazda Connect connectivity system includes Bluetooth, voice recognition, Aha, Pandora and Stitcher radio integration.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy SUV 52

Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2009

The refreshed version of Mazda Motor Corporation’s crossover, the Mazda CX-7, will be the first passenger vehicle produced by a Japanese automaker to be equipped with a urea selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system. This means a smaller urea tank is required, allowing it to be comfortably installed in the Mazda CX-7.

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Mazda Exhaust Diesel 2009 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

The refreshed 2012 Mazda3, making its debut at the 2011 Canadian International AutoShow, will offer the option of Mazda’s new SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine and SKYACTIV-Drive automatic transmission ( earlier post ) when it is launched later this fall. Increased torque at low- to mid-engine speeds improves the driving experience.

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Gasoline 2012 Engine Mazda 186

Green Cars News

AUGUST 18, 2009

This time it is the turn of the Mazda Motor Corporation, which will exhibit freshened versions of the CX-7 at the event including a version powered by the company’s MZR-CD 2.2 litre diesel engine mated to a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system.

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Mazda Diesel Petrol Convert 36

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 That’s a good place to start when summing-up the Mazda line-up of crossover/SUVs, its one remaining sedan and, of course, the delightful MX-5 Miata. The silhouette still looks the part Turbo Option The 2023 Mazda CX-5 has a base non-turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter

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Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2009

In 1986, Mazda introduced the Mazda 626 Cappela model, which had a 2-liter diesel engine equipped with a Comprex wave rotor (from BBC) used as a supercharger. Mazda produced 150,000 Comprex diesel cars. Other car manufacturers including Opel, Mercedes, Peugeot and Ferrari used the Comprex.

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Michigan Engine Universal 2004 316

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

At the Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda is showcasing the recently-released Mazda Axela (known as Mazda3 overseas) with a variety of engine types at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, including a CNG concept and hybrid variants. SKYACTIV-HYBRID, the Mazda hybrid system. Mazda hybrid system. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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Mazda Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Exhaust 268

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OCTOBER 9, 2013

Mazda Motor Corporation will begin taking pre-orders for the new Mazda Axela sports compact (known outside of Japan as Mazda3) on 10 October 10, 2013 at its dealers throughout Japan. Sales will begin on 21 November, starting with the gasoline engine and a hybrid models, to be followed by a diesel version. Axela Hybrid.

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Mazda Japan Gasoline Diesel 199

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

Photos by John Faulkner and Mazda. Mazda never disappoints when it comes to making cars that are fun to drive. But what about the crossovers in the Mazda line-up—the CX-3, CX-30, CX-5, and CX-9? The 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a base Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter Fun Driving Dynamics + Turbo Pizzazz. Story by John Faulkner. Getting There.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2011

The Takeri diesel concept. Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the global premiere of the Mazda Takeri next-generation midsize sedan concept car at the upcoming 42 nd Tokyo Motor Show. Mazda will also hold the Japan debut of the new CX-5 crossover SUV. Mazda regenerative braking system. Mazda’s diesels.

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Mazda Japan Diesel Clean 210

EV Central

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Mazda’s more premium CX-60 PHEV will be a rival when it lands in early 2023, but its price could nudge $80,000. Only when you exhaust battery charge will it inform you this pure EV mode is no longer possible. Home charging a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire. What do I get? Specification is mighty impressive.

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PHEV Mitsubishi Plug-in SUV 96

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

The 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited is a rear-wheel drive, 200+ horsepower sports coupe that competes with the Mazda MX-5 RF , and shares a platform with Toyota 86. The back-end has horizontal LED taillights and round, chrome-tipped twin exhaust ends that are integrated into a wind-channeling lower fascia. Road Test: 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The bumper, with a flat top and a skid-resistance surface, incorporates dual exhaust tips. And the rest : Flash Drive: 2023 Mazda CX-50. Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-5. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 26, 2021

The flat roof leads to LED tail lights, and twin faux exhaust ports on the lower fascia. The LED lighting and chromed exhaust ports give the whole package an upscale look that makes the price tag look like a bargain. Very European. The front end has rounded edges with LED lighting on all trim levels. Interior Design.

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Fuel Economy Economy Clean Cleaning 63

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 25, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback AWD Turbo Design + Performance Value The 2023 Mazda3 is the last remaining sedan in the Mazda line-up. If you have ever driven a Mazda, you will know that, top-to-bottom in their line-up, they make the best-handling cars and crossovers that aren’t marketed as a pure sports model.

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Mazda MPG Clean Cleaning 66

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

That wild creature is now at your local Ford dealer where it will be taking on the Subaru Crosstrek , Mazda CX-30 and Jeep Compass and Renegade head-to-head. The rear has bold Bronco lettering, dual exhaust and LED tail and license plate lights. Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-30. Photos by John Faulkner and Ford.

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Ford Jeep MPG Fuel Economy 66

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

If you order the performance exhaust or go for the Z51 package, those numbers go up to 495 and 470. The front-wheel drive Mazda MX-5 Miata and Hyundai Veloster R-Spec are wonderful, handle great and are zippy, but are not in the same conversation with the much larger, rear-wheel drive, more powerful and heavier Corvette Stingray.

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Chevrolet MPG Clean Cleaning 87

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

The rear fascia and bumper are body color, and the exhaust tips are tucked underneath. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. Very clean. Photos by John Faulkner and Volvo. [

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Recharge Volvo Plug-in SUV 78

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Mazda achieves these numbers through its Skyactiv-G engine and vehicle design philosophy–a slick-shifting automatic transmission and a coefficient of drag (C d ) of 0.285. Enthusiasts will appreciate the cornering ability of the Mazda6, which in large part is due to Mazda’s G-Vectoring Control system. Driving Experience: Interior.

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Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 77

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Tastefully placed chrome trim and accents are on the grille, roof rack rails, lower doors, window surrounds, the faux exhaust ports, and the eyebrow strip that runs the full length of the rear power lift gate between the LED tail lights. Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9. The bigger Atlas— Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL R-Line.

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SUV MPG Fuel Economy Light 83

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 18, 2012

Isuzu D201 35 hp diesel engine (left) and the LiquidPiston 40 hp X2 Prototype (right). Other features of the X2 include: Quiet operation: engine lacks poppet valves and over-expansion minimizes exhaust noise. HEHC thermodynamic advantages relative to the diesel and the Otto cycles. Click to enlarge. LiquidPiston, Inc.

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Engine Power Powered Isuzu 312

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2022

The hands-free power lift gate has a small spoiler over the rear glass, and is finished-off with LED taillights and dual chrome exhaust tips. Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

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Chevrolet MPG SUV Fuel Economy 88

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

In the rear the hands-free power lift-gate sits above the sliver lower fascia where there is a single, horizontal exhaust port. Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

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Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 69