2023 Author: Charles Youmans | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-20 18:41
The Japanese company Mazda has launched its updated compact hatchback Demio on sale. It is also called Mazda 2. In this 2022 model year update, the manufacturer has improved the car's engine, equipment, and visuals with a new color. As a result, this specification of the hatchback was named “Sunlit Citrus”.
Speaking about the upgrades carried out with the engine, it is necessary to note the introduction of the new original technology “Diagonal Vortex Combustion”. It has been added to some engines of the "Skyactiv-G" series with a displacement of 1.5 liters. The technology is able to increase the compression ratio, which in turn leads to improved fuel efficiency. According to the manufacturer, Mazda 2 equipped with this system makes models with automatic transmission 6, 8% more economical than previous versions. In addition, the petrol engine management program has been adopted from the e-Skyactiv X series of powertrains. It has contributed to the response to the accelerator pedal is also improved.
With regard to car equipment, wireless charging, as well as support for Apple CarPlay are now available as an option. In addition, the all-wheel-drive versions of the hatchback are equipped with a wiper blade kit as standard, which makes it easier to remove snow accumulated on the windshield.
The cost of a hatchback in Japan starts at 903,000 yen and can reach 2.3 million yen (588,000 - 1.5 million rubles) for the maximum configuration with a gasoline engine. In addition, the Mazda 2 in this country is also available with diesel powertrains. Prices for such versions range from 1, 9 to 2, 6 million yen (1, 2 - 1, 6 million rubles). Unfortunately, this car is not officially available in Russia.