5 February 2009

Mazda to showcase i-stop, 3 MPS

Mazda will debut two new models of the all-new Mazda3 product range at the 2009 Geneva International Motor Show next month.

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The world premiere of the Mazda3 with i-stop, Mazda’s advanced fuel-saving start-stop system, will be shared with the all-new Mazda3 MPS, Mazda3’s high performance flagship model.

The Mazda3 with i-stop features the i-stop system in combination with the MZR 2.0 DISI (Direct Injection Spark Ignition) engine. Together, these two Mazda proprietary technologies help the new model achieve approximately 12 percent lower fuel consumption than the current European Mazda3.

The Mazda3 MPS carries forward the MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo engine of its predecessor, and the carmaker claims improved fuel economy and emissions that satisfy Euro Stage 5.

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