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2005/09/15
Mazda Starts Sales of Upgraded AZ-Wagon
- Enhanced quality feel of the exterior and interior strengthens product appeal -
Mazda Motor Corporation has upgraded its popular AZ-Wagon micromini
with a new ‘space utility wagon’ concept. The freshened AZ-Wagon
goes on sale today at Mazda Autozam, Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealers throughout
Japan.
Product improvements are focused on the heightened feeling of quality
that arises from a changed exterior facade and interior modifications.
The wheel and bumper shapes have been altered, rendering a new-look exterior.
A redesigned instrument panel and different materials used for the door
trim and seats form a fresh new look for the interior. In addition, fuel
economy and exhaust emissions have also improved engine performance for
some models.
The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices for the AZ-Wagon series
range from 819,000 yen to 1,587,600 yen, including sales tax. The monthly
sales target is 2,000 units.
Mazda AZ-Wagon ‘FT-S Special’
(FWD model with four-speed automatic transmission)
Upgrade features of AZ-Wagon
Exterior
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The front and rear bumper shapes have been freshened for the FX-S Special
and FT-S Special models. For the RR-DI version, only the rear bumpers have
been modified. |
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HID headlamps are installed in the FT-S Special model. |
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For the FX and FT models, the 13-inch full wheel hubcaps have
been redesigned. |
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For the FX-S Special and FT-S Special models, the 14-inch alloy
wheels have been redesigned. |
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Body color choices are the currently available Azure Pearl Grey
Metallic and the newly added Lagoon Turquoise Metallic (for the FX
model). |
Interior
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All AZ-Wagon models (except for the FA version) feature redesigned
interior center panel garnish. Integrated air conditioning is installed
in the RR-DI model. |
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All models are equipped with a black-colored meter panel with light
emitting meter display. |
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All models also have freshened seat and door trim. |
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All models also feature a newly redesigned steering wheel. |
Other changes
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The FT and FT-S Special models have newly acquired certification
as three-star low-emission vehicles (LEV), meaning their exhaust
emissions are 50 percent lower than the 2005 exhaust emission standards. |
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There are other fuel efficiency improvements. |
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All models (except for the 4WD FT and FT-S Special) comply with
Japan’s Green Tax requirements. |
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