Mazda’s 5 MPV Is At The Geneva Show

The Mazda5 MPV has found its way to the Geneva Motor Show. The design is called the Nagare Flow and it will be the first car in the range to boast this styling technique. The features on the new 5 mini-van include dual sliding rear doors, and easy step-in access. Space will be everywhere!

Engine choices start with a 1.8-litre 85kW engine and move to a 2.0-litre DISI i-stop unit with 111kW. There will be a 6-speed manual transmission available.

 

Press Release

All-New Mazda5

The Eye-catching, Eco-Friendly C-MAV with 7-Seat Functionality – World Premiere

The next generation of Mazda’s compact people-carrier, Mazda5, takes centre stage at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. It replaces a successful model that has been popular with families looking for 7-seat functionality in a sporty and safe package. Since launch in 2005, Mazda5 has found 470,153 owners worldwide, 168,107 of them in Europe (as of December 2009). It has also won 37 automotive awards and has consistently been voted one of Europe’s most reliable and safe small vans.

The all-new Mazda5 carries forth this tradition with family-friendly attributes and a new design that includes “Nagare Flow” elements. This design is optimally balanced with superb aerodynamics. There are also practical dual sliding rear doors and easy step-in access, more comfortable seats and instruments that are easier to use. For added convenience, power-sliding rear doors are available (according to version and country).

Compared to the original model, the all-new Mazda5 is easier on the pocketbook too. Its engine line-up has been renewed and now includes an eco-friendly 2.0-litre direct-injection petrol engine with the Mazda i-stop system, evolved especially for this vehicle. This version delivers an approximately 15 percent reduction in CO2 emissions compared to the 2.0-litre petrol it replaces. It also features a 1.8-litre petrol engine, now with six-speed manual gearbox, and an economical diesel engine. Combined with one of the segment’s lowest coefficients of drag (Cd: 0.30), the all-new Mazda5 uses less fuel and produces fewer emissions than ever before. Yet, despite this frugal nature, it is fun and predictable to drive with a stiffer body and suspension updates contributing to a linear driving feel. These features – and a host of new options – make the all-new Mazda5 even more appealing and even better at meeting the needs of families with active lifestyles.

At a Glance

Design – Dynamic, Elegant and Emotionally Appealing

• First-ever full application of the “Nagare Flow” design language in a Mazda production car, for a dynamic and elegant look

• Exterior design optimized for excellent aerodynamic performance and a quieter ride (Cd: 0.30)

• Unique Mazda family face with five-point grille makes it immediately distinguishable as a Mazda, and lends it a dynamic and sporty expression unique to this segment

• The headlamp and rear lamp design underscores its strong appearance and gives it a high quality look

• A powerful line made by the prominent rear fenders gives the back of the vehicle a wider, more stable look

• Extended rear quarter and rear window glass panels completely cover the D-pillar to emphasize the fresh, flowing design of the all-new Mazda5

• Nagare design also inspired new designs for the instrument panel, seat and trim to create a driver-oriented cockpit that is both sportier in appearance and highly functional

Packaging and Craftsmanship – Rational and Easy to Use

• 7-seat Karakuri-Functionality for maximized flexibility in the second and third rows

• Widened seatbacks and other refinements to the front seats improve comfort

• The front section of the driver seat’s centre armrest is widened from 35 mm to 50 mm for better support of the driver’s arm

• The front of the seat cushion for the second row centre seat is now 50 mm thicker for improved comfort in the back row

• When equipped with power-sliding doors, a new touch sensor strip system detects obstructions

• and reverses the direction of the doors

• The information display indicating air-conditioning, audio and trip computer is positioned higher than on the previous model to reduce the amount of eye movement required to view it while driving

• The audio system now includes FIX-EQ function that improves sound quality*

• Updated Bluetooth® Audio Profile with hands-free phone system now has dedicated steering wheel switches for easier call and phonebook control*

Driving dynamics – Comfort and a Smooth, Linear Driving Feel

• • The direct-injection MZR 2.0-litre petrol engine with i-stop adds a new gear shift indicator for smooth eco-driving support and good output (111 kW/150 PS at 6,000 rpm) and torque (191 Nm of torque 4,500 rpm)

  • The petrol line-up features a 1.8-litre engine newly coupled to a six speed manual transmission that produces 85 kW/115 PS at 6,000 rpm and 165 Nm of torque 4,000 rpm

  • Rubber couplings added to the steering shaft lend a smoother, more linear feel to steering operations

  • Improved local rigidity on selected parts add a more linear steering feel for even more handling predictability

  • Increased spring rates and lighter, yet highly effective stabilizers improve straight-line stability at motorway speeds and ensure more linear body roll

  • One of the segment’s lowest drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.30 and improved lift balance realizes greater straight-line stability when driving at highway speeds

  • Noise insulation measures reduce wind noise

  • Acceleration, steering wheel feel and other attributes fine-tuned for precision and a smooth ride

Highly Competitive Environmental Performance, with CO2 Emissions reduced by 15 percent

• • The new MZR 2.0 DISI engine has optimized i-stop control logic, which increases the number of times the engine stops for a better real-world fuel efficiency

  • The MZR 2.0 DISI engine uses only 6.9 litres of fuel (159 g/km CO2 emissions combined) per 100 km

  • The MZR 1.8 engine uses only 7.2 litres of fuel (168 g/km CO2 emissions combined ) per 100 km

  • The gasoline engines have a single-nano technology catalyst for excellent long-term exhaust treatment performance and greatly reduced use of precious metals

  • For the MZR 2.0 DISI engine, the six-speed manual transmission has an optimized gear ratio which reduces engine speeds and thereby fuel consumption

Safety

• • An energy-absorbing structure adopted for the hood and front bumper helps improve pedestrian protection

  • Front seats adopt a neck support structure that relieves force to the neck and helps reduce the chance of neck injury in the event of a rear end collision

  • Side door impact beams now use a double-hat shape that adds greater strength

  • Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) that warns cars behind of a sudden braking manoeuvre by automatically flashing the hazard lights rapidly

  • The second row seatback frame is reinforced to prevent cargo from pushing forward in the case of a frontal collision

  • New and improved latch mechanism for the power-sliding doors

All-new Mazda5 – Technical Specifications

Dimensions (Preliminary Data)

Doors		2 hinged front /2 sliding back / rear liftgate
Seating capacity		5-seat / 7-seat Karakuri system
Coefficient of drag	Cd	0.30
Dimensions
Overall length	mm	Base Grade: 4,585 / High Grade: 4,590
Overall width	mm	1,750
Overall height	mm	1,620
Wheelbase	mm	2,750

All-new Mazda5 – Technical Specifications

Dimensions (Preliminary Data)

Boot measurements
Volume 3rd row down (to belt line)	l	442 (w/ sub-trunk) / 434 (w/o sub-trunk)
Volume 2nd and 3rd rows down (floor to ceiling): 7 seats	l	1,493 (w/ sub-trunk) / 1,485 (w/o sub-trunk)
Volume 2nd rows down (floor to ceiling): 5 seats	l	1,493 (w/ sub-trunk) / 1,485 (w/o sub-trunk)
Volume 2nd rows down (to belt line) : 5 seats	l	721 (w/ sub-trunk) / 713 (w/o sub-trunk)

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Engines (Preliminary Data)

Model name		MZR 1.8	MZR 2.0 DISI i-stop
Engine Type
Displacement	cm3	1,798	1,998
Valves		4 per cylinder	4 per cylinder
Camshift Drive		By chain	By chain
Fuel injection system		Electronically controlled manifold injection	Electronically controlled direct injection
Compression ratio		10.8: 1	11.5: 1
Max. power	kW PS	85 at 6, 000 rpm 115 at 6,000 rpm	111 at 6,000 rpm 150 at 6,000 rpm
Max. torque	Nm	165 at 4,000 rpm	191 at 4,500 rpm
Fuel tank capacity	l	60	60
Transmission		6-speed manual	6-speed manual

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Chassis (Preliminary data)

Model name		MZR 1.8	MZR 2.0 DISI i-stop
Suspension and Wheels
Front suspension		MacPherson struts	MacPherson struts
Rear suspension		Multi-link	Multi-link
Tyre size		195/65 R15 91V 205/60 R15 91V 205/55 R16 91V 205/50 R17 93V	195/65 R15 91V 205/60 R15 91V 205/55 R16 91V 205/50 R17 93V
Wheel size		15×6J 16×6.5J 17×6.5J	15×6J 16×6.5J 17×6.5J
Steering
Type		Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning diameter (kerb to kerb)	m	10.6	10.6
Turning diameter (wall to wall)	m	11.2	11.2

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Chassis (Preliminary data)

Model name		MZR 1.8	MZR 2.0 DISI i-stop
Brakes
Type front		Ventilated discs	Ventilated discs
Type rear		Solid discs	Solid discs
Diameter front	mm	278 (15“) 300 (16“)	278 (15“) 300 (16“/ 17“)
Diameter rear	mm	278 (15“/ 16“)	278 (15“/ 16“)
Scheduled maintenance		Every 20,000 km / 12 months	Every 20,000 km / 12 months

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Performance and Weights

Model name		MZR 1.8	MZR 2.0 DISI i-stop
Performance
Top speed	km/h	182	196
Acceleration 0-100 km/h*	s	12.8	11.0
Fuel Consumption*
Combined	l/100 km	7.2	6.9
CO2 emissions (combined)	g/km	168	159
Emission ranking		Euro V	Euro V
Weight and Payload
Min. kerb weight (without driver)	kg	5-Seats : 1,375 7-Seats : 1,402	7-Seats : 1,439
Min. kerb weight (with 75 kg driver)	kg	5-Seats : 1,450 7-Seats : 1,477	7-Seats : 1,514
Max. permissible weight	kg	2,083	2,122

* standard or option, depending on grade and market

* Under Mazda test conditions