The new Mazda Kazamai has a length of 4,520mm and a width of 1,930mm, the Kazamai Concept is slightly larger than the current Mazda3. With the new lightweight materials and new processing/joining technologies, the Kazamai is about 100kg or 220 lbs lighter. This contributes to better handling and improved fuel economy and CO2 emissions. -Continued
A 2.0 liter direct injection petrol engine with combustion control technology and variable valve control will powered the Kazamai. The 2.0-liter DISI petrol engine is coupled to a lightweight, next-generation compact 6-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel drive system.
According to the Japanese automaker, in combination with the Kazamai�s aerodynamics and its lightweight body, the powertrain would deliver an estimated 30 percent improvement in fuel consumption and emissions versus the current MZR 2.0-litre petrol engine.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
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