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  Mazda Axela - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Axela was introduced for the 2004 model year, replacing the Mazda Familia (323 or Protegé in export markets).
Mazda is increasing production of the Axela at its Hofu 1 and 2 factories to meet heavy worldwide demand of over 300,000 units per year.
The Axela is based on Ford's global C1 platform, which was developed by Volvo and which is shared with the latest European Ford Focus and Volvo S40.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mazda_Axela   (1240 words)

  
 Mazda Launches Freshened Mazda Axela in Japan
The concept behind this freshening of the Axela and Axela Sport models is to upgrade them to become "dynamic sporty compacts that further exceed your expectations." Mazda augmented the vehicles' existing strengths such as their highly-acclaimed exterior and interior styling, dynamic performance and craftsmanship.
Mazdaspeed Axela was updated to become a high performance compact and it achieves excellent driving performance that is among the leaders of the front-wheel-drive vehicle segment.
Functioning as an air intake, the Mazdaspeed Axela's sporty grille and bold front fender lines, large aerodynamically-shaped front bumper with lower grille, 18-inch aluminum wheels and floating roof spoilers, all serve to accentuate the Axela's styling presence and are design cues that hint of its high-level driving performance.
www.theautochannel.com /news/2006/06/06/010087.html   (1425 words)

  
 Mazda Mazda3 News
Mazda is giving its family hatchback the zoom-zoom treatment with a vengeance.
Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that total production of the Mazda Axela in Japan reached the one million unit milestone at the end of August 2006.
Mazda is entering into the spirit of a registration plate change with three new special edition models.
www.topix.net /autos/mazda-mazda3   (602 words)

  
 Mazda Reaches One Millionth Axela Produced in Japan
The Mazda Axela development concept was focused on producing a "dynamic sports compact that exceeds your expectations" and has become a core model in Mazda's global compact vehicle segment strategy.
While the freshened Axela enhanced existing strengths such as delightful exterior and interior styling, dynamic performance and craftsmanship, fuel economy and road quietness were improved and a new all-wheel drive (AWD) grade was added.
For the future, as Mazda's key model in the compact vehicle segment, the Axela is aimed at strengthening the Mazda brand globally and will take on an increasingly important role as a key model in Mazda's vehicle lineup.
e-carzone.com /news/auto_3053.shtml   (626 words)

  
 Mazda Ibuki - Tokyo 2003 | ConceptCar Automotive Design News
Mazda Motor Corporation enters the 2003 Tokyo Motor Show with the strongest line of production and concept cars in company history, including the world premier of the two-seat Ibuki concept, an open-top, lightweight sports car that hints at a possible design direction of a future Mazda Roadster.
Mazda's theme for the 2003 Tokyo Motor Show, "Zoom-Zoom to the Future," highlights the continuing evolution of the company's Zoom-Zoom spirit, embodied by consecutive successes scored by Mazda’s new-generation vehicles: Atenza/Mazda6, Demio/Mazda2, Mazda RX-8 and the newly-introduced Axela/Mazda3.
Mazda is also presenting advanced technologies including a hybrid system with electric torque assist and start-stop technology, and a turbocharger with electric motor assistance—technologies that will contribute to future enhancement of hydrogen rotary engine performance.
www.conceptcar.co.uk /news/2003/mazda-ibuki-tokyo-2003.php   (752 words)

  
 THE 37th TOKYO MOTOR SHOW
Mazda IBUKI is powered by a new, lightweight and compact MZR 1.6-liter in-line four-cylinder direct-injection engine equipped with Sequential Valve Timing and Lift for intake and exhaust valves.
Mazda IBUKI's exterior styling features an oval body shape which evokes a look of tension in repose, and the 18-inch wheels and tires at the four corners of the body accentuate the car's well-planted stance.
Mazda Axela/Mazda3's unprecedented values are given concrete form in a package designed for true versatility, with world-class safety thanks to further advances in the high-rigidity safety body, and superbly clean performance proven by the Japanese "U-LEV" certification given for all models.
www.tokyo-motorshow.com /show/2003/eng/PUBLIC/boothguide/Mazda.html   (2076 words)

  
 Moldova.org - Auto - Stiri - Mazda
Mazda began as the Toyo Cork Kogyo Co., Ltd, founded in Japan in 1920.
The first four-wheel car, the Mazda R360 was introduced in 1960, followed by the Mazda Carol in 1962.
The Ford Motor Company has owned 25% of Mazda since 1979, and its stake was increased to a 33.4% controlling interest in 1996 when Mazda fell into financial crisis.
auto.moldova.org /auto/rom/73/154   (614 words)

  
 Mazda Mazda3 - Wikicars
Mazda has always been known for producing sporty vehicles, the Mazda3 is no exception.
The exterior changes are minimal, but extend to revised bumpers with the lower air intake opening resembling the shape of the traditional Mazda 5-point grille, a revised range of alloy wheels and several new interior colour combinations.
The Axela was introduced for the 2004 model year, replacing the Mazda Protegé.
wikicars.org /en/Mazda_Mazda3   (1222 words)

  
 Upgraded Mazda Axela (Mazda3) On Sale in Japan - MazdaNews.com
This upgrade of the Axela and Axela Sport models (known as Mazda3 in overseas markets) resulted in an expanded array of standard equipment, including an 'autolight system' (headlights switch on automatically), windshield wipers with a rain sensor feature, along with a CD player with six speakers as enhanced audio equipment.
For example, the Axela Sport model, with either a 2.0-liter or 2.3-liter engine, has brown leather seats, a BOSE® audio system with seven speakers, and also boasts gloss-painted aluminum wheels, all of which are available on the 20H and 23H grades.
Axela : Stainless steel front scuff plate, flout meters, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob and 205/55R 16-inch tires and aluminum wheels.
mazdanews.com /node/view/230   (861 words)

  
 Hydrogen Now!   Mazda
Mazda president Hisakazu Imaki is scheduled to host a press briefing at the Mazda stand in the Makuhari Messe Central Hall on Wednesday, October 22nd from 14:10 to 14:30.
Mazda Motor Corporation (TSE: 7261) was established in 1920 and is one of Japan's leading automobile manufacturers.
Mazda cars and trucks are sold in more than one hundred and thirty countries.
www.hydrogennow.org /HNews/PressReleases/Mazda/HydrogenRotary-Tokyo.htm   (253 words)

  
 TheCarFanatics.com -> News Article -> Mazda Kusabi Concept to Debut at Frankfurt Show   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The Mazda Kusabi will debut alongside the all-new Mazda3 (known as Mazda Axela in Japan), which will also make its auto show debut in Frankfurt, prior to its sales launch into key global markets beginning in the fourth quarter of 2003.
Mazda Kusabi is a true design concept that showcases Mazda efforts to further develop innovative access systems, packaging solutions and its own, unique design language.
The Mazda3 is the fourth, new-generation Mazda and follows closely behind the launch of the all-new Mazda6, Mazda2 and Mazda RX-8.
www.thecarfanatics.com /CFa/mazda_070803_kusabi.cfa.html   (367 words)

  
 BrunoLuong
For Mazda, the decision meant that a young up-and-coming sumo wrestler was to put up a fight against a seasoned and skilled champion.
The Mazda Axela was built with a checklist of 1,500 items, and these are sound of door opening and closing, feel of driver's seat, look around instrument panel, grip on the steering wheel to name but a few.
Mazda's next-generation MZR I-4 DOHC engine has been evolved to power the all-new Mazda Axela.
groups.msn.com /BrunoLuong/taniokaspeach.msnw   (1420 words)

  
 WebWire® | Mazda’s Hofu Plant Tops Seven Million Units of Production
This milestone was achieved 23 years and 10 months since manufacture of the Mazda Capella (known as the Mazda 626 in overseas markets) commenced at the Hofu Plant No.1 in September 1982.
It is one of Mazda’s major passenger vehicle production facilities, together with Mazda’s Ujina plant, which is located near the company’s headquarters in Hiroshima.
Currently, the Hofu plants produce the Mazda Atenza (Mazda6) and Mazda Axela (Mazda3), which are key models for Mazda.
www.webwire.com /ViewPressRel.asp?aId=16132   (509 words)

  
 WebWire® | Customized All-New MPV Leads Mazda’s Tokyo Auto Salon 2006 Lineup
Mazda Motor Corporation will display the All-New Mazda MPV fitted with the ’Mazdaspeed Package,’ along with a tantalizing lineup of customized and tuned vehicles at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2006 with NAPAC.
Mazda is also exhibiting the Premacy BRIGHT STYLISH CONCEPT that received great reviews at the 2005 Tokyo Auto Salon, and this model indicates a move towards its being offered commercially.
The RENESIS rotary engine mounted on the Mazda RX-8 was modified to host a dual-fuel system that uses onboard hydrogen and gasoline, injecting hydrogen gas directly into the engine via an electronic control unit embedded in the rotor housing.
www.webwire.com /ViewPressRel.asp?aId=6883   (1398 words)

  
 Mazda Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
It is the same engine as that found in Mazda 6, complete with VVT, variable intake and balance-shaft to dampen vibration.
Although this Mazda 3 is 100kg lighter than Mazda 6, it does not feel particularly quick, especially compare with today's hot hatches.
Mazda said it "uses a FWD layout to maximize the inherent agile handling characteristics of its lightweight and compact body", which I guess nobody understand.
www.autozine.org /html/Mazda/Mazda3.html   (1233 words)

  
 June 25, 2003 - Mazda Axela/Mazda 3 - MazdaWorld.org Forums
The newest Mazda is designed to blur the lines of conventional vehicle segmentation, offering traditional C-segment customers more in terms of design, craftsmanship and interior packaging, as well as a dynamic driving experience often associated with European-built vehicles.
The newest Mazda embodies the design direction presented in the Mazda MX Sportif concept, which was showcased at the Geneva International Motor Show in March 2003.
Mazda's 2.2L Turbo that was in the 626 GT/MX-6 GT/Probe GT was rated at 145hp, but 190 ft/lbs, and stock cars have been dynoed with over 200ft/lbs.
forums.mazdaworld.org /index.php?showtopic=1845&st=40   (2333 words)

  
 Mazda Axela Sport 'Sound Leather Limited' is released in Japan - Next Car Pty Ltd - 28th December, 2004
Mazda Axela Sport 'Sound Leather Limited' is released in Japan - Next Car Pty Ltd - 28th December, 2004
Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the release of the limited production model of the Axela Sport, "Sound Leather Limited." This model went on sale last week at Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealerships throughout Japan.
Axela Sport "20S" or "23S," equipped with 2.0-litre or 2.3-litre DOHC engine and four-speed Activematic automatic transmission.
www.nextcar.com.au /n.mazda.axela.04dec.html   (339 words)

  
 Manual Transmission Model Added to Axela 23S   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The five-speed manual transmission used in Axela 23S employs a short-throw shift lever and upgraded synchronizers to ensure quick, smooth and precise gear changes.
Axela (known as Mazda3 in overseas markets) was recently named runner-up in the prestigious 2004 European Car of the Year competition.
This was the second consecutive year that one of Mazda's vehicles has been awarded second-place honors.
www.triplezoom.com /news/publish/printer_95.shtml   (281 words)

  
 TheCarFanatics.com - News Article: Mazda Ibuki Concept to star at Tokyo Show   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The drop-top roadster is a unique expression of the "zoom-zoom" that Mazda want to use to revitalise their sports car range.
Mazda Motor Corporation zooms into the 2003 Tokyo Motor Show with the strongest line of production and concept cars in company history, including the world premier of the two-seat Ibuki concept, an open-top, lightweight sports car that hints at a possible design direction of a future Mazda Roadster.
Compared with the layout in the current Mazda Roadster/MX-5, the engine is positioned approximately 400mm further to the rear, while the air conditioner unit is located behind the seats.
www.thecarfanatics.com /CFa/mazda_141003_ibuki.php   (467 words)

  
 i-Newswire.com - Press Release And News Distribution - New Mazda Axela Out In Japan
After a couple of months of waiting, the new and freshened Mazda Axela would now be out in the Japan automobile market on the 22nd of this month.
The Mazda Axela is actually known as the Mazda 3 in all the markets around the world, except for Japan of course.
The five-door version of this vehicle is known as the Axela Sport while the other one is mainly known as the Axela.
i-newswire.com /pr65988.html   (555 words)

  
 Mazda Axela Pictures from Car Picture Gallery
The Mazda3 was introduced for the 2004 model year, replacing the Mazda Protegé.
The Mazda3/Axela is based on Ford's global C1 Platform, which was developed by Volvo and which is shared with the latest European Ford Focus and Volvo S40.
Based on the styling of the MX-Sportif concept car, the Mazda3/Axela is available in two body style, a four-door sedan, marketed as "coupé style" in Europe, and a five-door hatchback, branded the Sport version in America and Japan.
www.cars-directory.net /gallery/mazda/axela   (363 words)

  
 OzMazdaClub.com
The Mazda MX-5 has made history by winning Wheels Magazine’s prestigious design award in the same year as it was voted Wheels Car of The Year.
Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the European version of the Mazda CX-7, its highly-anticipated crossover sport-utility vehicle (SUV), at the Paris International Motor Show to be held from Thursday, 28 September through Sunday, 15 October 2006.
Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that total production of the Mazda Axela (known as Mazda3 in overseas markets) in Japan reached the one million unit milestone at the end of August 2006.
www.ozmazdaclub.com   (445 words)

  
 Mazda Launches Freshened Mazda Axela in Japan
The Axela 20S model comes newly-equipped with a light emitting diode (LED) rear combination lamp.
Mazdaspeed Axela is simply a powerful, yet outstandingly eco-friendly, vehicle.
Mazda Motor Corporation (TSE: 7261) started manufacturing tools in 1929 and soon branched out into production of trucks for commercial use.
www.japancorp.net /Article.Asp?Art_ID=12643   (1510 words)

  
 Mazda 3, 2003-
It is available as a hatchback or sedan, and is also sold in some countries as the Mazda Axela.
One of the drawbacks of the Mazda 3 is a firm ride, but it becomes smoother as the speed increases.
The Mazda 3 has a decent fuel economy and considering Mazda's reputation for building reliable cars, the 3 would be a good choice.
www.car-catalog.com /medium_cars/mazda_3.htm   (493 words)

  
 Mazda Spoiler: Front or Rear, Window Spoilers
Mazda spoilers extensively exist in most of auto parts dealers, leaving no room for rigid-looking Mazdas.
 Accentuating a Mazda with Mazda spoilers is indirectly telling the Mazda maker to include such accessory item in their packages.
Spoilers that come along with body kits are ideal for perfect style and color blending, but most spoilers usually come unpainted for the purpose of giving the owners chance to create their own design and let them feel that they really are part of their vehicles.
www.innerauto.com /Mazda_Parts/Mazda_Spoilers   (400 words)

  
 Mazdaspeed 3: The world's quickest hot hatch is here   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
For the U.S. version, Mazda assures us that the engine will produce "more than 250 hp." That's SAE horsepower — the U.S. standard — and promises to be very, very competitive.
If Mazda ever needed a successful volume-selling car to ensure its survival, then the Mazda 3 is it.
Because the numbers are in, and the Mazdaspeed 3 is the new king of the hot-hatch hill in Japan.
www.edmunds.com /insideline/do/Features/articleId=116119   (1175 words)

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