Mazda comes in 2010 with new version of established models, and also we write an article about the Mazda concepts, and we hope that Mazda will be inspired more and more from these concepts.
Mazda is focused on making cars that achieve harmony between Mazda’s hallmark driving pleasure and environmental and safety performance.
2010 Mazda CX-7
After a successful launch in North America in 2006, sales have expanded to include Japan and Europe in 2007. Two years later, total sales have exceeded 165,000 units (from December 2008) and the Mazda CX7 has won more than 10 global automotive awards.
As the CX-7 has seen few changes since its market introduction in 2006, the 2010 model’s revised front and rear fascias represent a significant mid-cycle freshening, as well as an expansion of the design cues applied to the 2009 MX-5 Miata, RX-8, and 6 sedan.
The big news for 2010 is that the CX-7 is getting a new 2.5-liter normally-aspirated four-cylinder model (the same engine is employed in the 2010 Mazda6 and Mazda3). So-equipped, the CX-7 generates 161 horsepower (at 6000 rpm) and maximum torque of 161 pound-feet of torque (at 3500 rpm). The turbocharged, 244-horsepower 2.3-liter engine remains unchanged.
The CX-7’s exterior and interior restyling brings it in line with Mazda’s new design direction, the hallmark of which is the smile-shaped grille. Mazda says the CX-7’s body has been enhanced to increase rigidity and lower wind and other noise. The suspension has been slightly retuned.
At 184 inches long and 73.7 inches wide, the CX-7 is comparable to other midsize crossovers, though it’s relatively narrow and more likely than most to be called a wagon.
The well-equipped base i SV trim includes 17-inch alloy wheels, air-conditioning, full power accessories, cruise control, a six-way manually adjustable driver seat, a tilt-telescoping steering wheel and a four-speaker CD stereo with an auxiliary audio jack. The i Sport adds privacy-tint rear glass, a leather-wrapped steering wheel/gearshift knob and Bluetooth connectivity.
The s Touring model adds a turbocharged engine, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual exhaust outlets, leather upholstery, an eight-way power driver seat, heated front seats and a rear cargo cover. The top-of-the-line s Grand Touring features 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic xenon headlights, foglights, rain-sensing wipers, a sunroof, heated exterior mirrors, automatic climate control, a navigation system, keyless ignition/entry, a rearview camera, electroluminescent gauges, distinct leather upholstery, driver seat memory settings, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a four-way power passenger seat and an upgraded Bose audio system with satellite radio and a six-CD changer.
2010 Mazda CX-9
The 2010 Mazda CX-9 has a sporty, aggressive appearance, with oversize wheels and a rakish wagon look; the rather low, curvy snout gives it a curvier, more carlike silhouette from the front than most other crossovers. For 2010, the CX-9 receives slightly different styling at the front, along with redesigned side mirrors, plus additional chrome plating for some instrument panel and door panel edges.
For the 2010 model year, the CX-9 seven-seat crossover gets its most significant update since 2008, when its V-6 engine grew in size from 3.5 to 3.7 liters. Available with front- or all-wheel drive, the CX-9 competes with the Chevrolet Traverse, Hyundai Veracruz and Toyota Highlander.
Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Seating includes folding benches; the 2nd row splits 60/40, the 3rd row 50/50. The 2nd-row seat reclines and slides fore and aft to favor passenger or cargo space. Tri-zone climate control and a tilt and telescopic steering wheel should are standard on all models, along with a wireless cell phone link. Tourings have leather upholstery and heated power front seats. Grand Tourings include blind-spot alert, xenon headlights, keyless access and engine start, and 20-inch wheels vs 18s. A sunroof and DVD entertainment remain optional, but they cannot be ordered together. A navigation system is optional on Touring and Grand Touring.
2010 Mazda3
Mazda’s goal for the redesigned 2010 Mazda3 was to make a car that would bring new buyers into the fold without abandoning the factors and features that current Mazda3 owners hold so dear. The 2010 Mazda3 comes in either four-door sedan or five-door hatchback body styles, both with front-wheel drive and a choice of two engines.
That first-generation 3 didn’t skimp on refinement or interior quality, either. Rich plastics, unique design, and a luxurious array of optional equipment made the 3 a luxury sport sedan in a class full of mundane transportation devices.
The important changes are inside and underneath: a new 2.5-litre engine in the GT, improved automatic transmission, stronger body structure, redesigned interior and more available features.
The exterior styling is completely new, but various Mazda traits make the sedan immediately recognizable as a Mazda 3. Front-end styling cues borrowed from the Mazda RX-8 modernize the nose and help the 2010 3 confidently assert itself. Its flared front fenders and a sweeping character line at the base of the doors are subtle and attractive touches that make the old 3 look dated by comparison.
The base 2.0-liter four-cylinder remains unchanged in terms of power, but fuel economy has improved thanks to a new five-speed automatic transmission. While not quite at the gas-sipping level of the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, the new 3 can no longer be slagged for relatively gluttonous fuel consumption. The bigger four-cylinder gets pumped up to 2.5 liters and a healthy 167 horsepower, and its fuel economy improves by 1 mpg on the highway.
There are five versions of the Mazda3 sedan: i Special Value, i Sport, i Touring, s Sport and s Grand Touring. The top-of-the-line Grand Touring is lavishly equipped: Heated leather seats, power driver’s seat with memory, dual-zone automatic climate control, rain-sensing wipers, and headlights that turn with the steering wheel. A navigation system, Bose stereo and keyless push-button ignition are optional. But even the Special Value model isn’t too shabby, with power windows and mirrors and a CD player as standard. Models in the middle (i Touring, s Sport) include air conditioning, Bluetooth phone compatibility, alloy wheels, cruise control, power door locks and keyless entry. All versions come with six airbags and antilock brakes, and all but the i Special Value and i Sport get electronic stability control.
2010 Mazda6
The 2010 Mazda 6 is a four door sports sedan or a five door hatchback. Both come in two versions I and S. While the car is available in four models, Sport, Sport Value Edition, Touring and Grand Touring and the hatchback is available in Sport Value Edition, Touring and Grand Touring models.
The I version is powered by a 2.3 Liter engine having four cylinders and is rated at 156 horsepower and 154 pound feet of torque. The S version is powered by a 3.0 Liter V6 engine that is rated at 212 horsepower and 197 pound feet of torque. The Sport model is equipped with a five speed manual transmission, while the Sport Value Edition is equipped with a five speed automatic transmission. The Touring and Grand Touring models are equipped with a six speed automatic transmission.
Standard safety features for all 2010 Mazda 6 models include antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. In government crash tests, the Mazda 6 earned a perfect five out of five-star rating for frontal and side impact protection for all occupants. Likewise, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Mazda 6 its highest score of “Good” for frontal offset impacts. In brake testing, both the i and s Grand Touring models came to a stop from 60 mph in about 125 feet.
2010 Mazda MX-5 (Miata)
The 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is largely unchanged. This two-seat convertible offers the choice of a manual-folding soft top with a heated-glass rear window, or a power-folding hardtop. The lineup begins with the soft-top only Sport. For more than 20 years, the Miata has charmed those interested in a back-to-basics sports car that brings thrills but not necessarily a lot of frills.
The 2010 MX5 Miata from Mazda is available with your choice between three separate transmissions. There is a 5-speed and 6-speed manual as well as a 6-speed automatic offered. Automatic gearbox configurations come with sporty paddle shifters located on the steering wheel. Note that choosing the automatic option will result in a loss of five horsepower.
All use a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine rated at 167 hp with manual transmission, 158 with automatic. Sports have a 5-speed manual transmission. Touring and Grand Touring have a 6-speed manual. The sole automatic transmission is a 6-speed unit. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and side airbags. An optional Suspension Package for Touring and Grand Touring includes a sport suspension and limited-slip differential.
Inside, the MX-5 is small but roomier than you might think. The seats provide both better comfort and support, while the center console has more storage space; the tallest drivers will want to double-check for enough headroom and legroom, though. The interior is neatly trimmed with high-quality materials, and it’s even a little more spacious than before, though no one will complain about too much shoulder room in a Miata.
2010 Mazda RX-8
A rotary engine is an ideal powerplant for a sports car. Compared to a conventional engine of similar displacement, the Mazda RX8’s rotary engine is lighter since there is no need for pistons, connecting rods or a camshaft.
The new 2010 RX8’s lightweight, closed-section powerplant frame is made of steel and locks the entire powertrain (engine, transmission and final drive assembly) into a single, rigid unit. This mechanism improves responsiveness and shifting operation while reducing driveline lash and windup.
2010 Mazda RX8’s rotary engine is substantially smaller in size than a conventional engine, which enables optimal positioning of the drivetrain. This results in increased space that can be designated to driver and passenger comfort. It produces less vibration – all of the new 2010 parts in the rotary engine spin continuously in one direction, rather than violently changing directions, like the pistons in a conventional engine. RX8 Rotary engines are also internally balanced, minimizing vibration levels. And the new rotor, which is smoother than the back-and-forth action of a piston, delivers power during three-quarters of each rotation of the output shaft. A conventional engine delivers power during only one-quarter of each rotation of the output shaft.
2010 Mazda Tribute
The 2010 Mazda Tribute is a small sports utility vehicle available in two versions, I and S. Both versions are available in three models each, Sport, Touring and Grand Touring.
The base-level Sport comes with automatic headlamps, air-conditioning, full power accessories, an ambient temperature gauge, cruise control, a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack. The Touring adds a roof rack, tinted rear windows, a power driver seat and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. The Grand Touring gains a sunroof, heated side mirrors, leather upholstery, heated front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a back-up camera (with the display shown in the rearview mirror) and an upgraded sound system.
The standard features of the Mazda Tribute Hybrid Touring include 2.5L I-4 153HP engine, 2-speed CVT transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic, 16″ alloy wheels, cruise control and ABS and driveline traction control.
