| Mazda's Millenia, a luxurious sporty sedan, has undergone major improvements. Going on sale today at Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealerships throughout Japan, these enhancements include a modified interior and exterior and enhanced driving dynamics.
The interior of the Millenia features elegantly attractive styling as well as superb functionality and comfort. The four-wheel multi-link suspension and V-6 engine provide ample power, while the overall design projects the stylish, insightful and spirited Mazda brand personality. The Millenia has received high praise in Japan and overseas.
The new Millenia incorporates changes based on the comments and requests of Mazda customers, and on the key product development concepts of "distinctive design," "exceptional functionality" and "responsive handling and performance." As Mazda's luxurious, sporty sedan, the Millenia develops these themes to a new level of perfection. The exterior is even more sporty thanks to modifications such as a new hood configuration. In keeping with the idea of "Dynamic DNA," a common theme among Mazda's passenger vehicles, the body and suspension have all been upgraded to provide enhanced performance and ride comfort that one expects in a luxury sedan. The result is a new level of driving pleasure, in which the driver feels "oneness between car and driver." The Millenia is also equipped with a DVD navigation system(*1) that is compatible with the "Mazda Telematics" information service that can also use NTT DoCoMo's i-mode(*2) service. Sales of 400 units per month are anticipated.
Major Features of the New Millenia
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Sporty and elegant exterior: featuring newly designed hood and other elements in line with Mazda's design theme of "contrast in harmony;" roomy, luxurious interior with the two-tone color scheme. |
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Driving pleasure that gives the feel of oneness between car and driver: thanks to performance improvements. |
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DVD navigation system compatible with "Mazda Telematics" information service: can also use NTT DoCoMo's i-mode service. |
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More storage space and a new upgradeable audio system: with more storage space and a new upgradeable audio system that allows the user to add additional features later, including compatibility with the forthcoming digital music distribution systems. |
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Higher quality through craftsmanship: can be seen in the numerous enhancements to the interior and exterior. |
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Improved safety: due to a reinforced body filled with the world's first high-strength foam plastic.
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Millenia, 25M Sports Package
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To connect to the Mazda Telematics service using a compatible car navigation system, the "Mazda Telematics adapter (which includes a hands-free kit)," which is available as a dealer option, and a mobile phone (cdma-One and PHS models are not compatible) are required. Note that telephone connection fees and Internet provider usage fees are the responsibility of the user. |
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"i-mode" is a registered trademark of NTT DoCoMo Corporation. Mazda Telematics has no connection with NTT DoCoMo Corporation. To use the i-mode service, "800 M digital contract," a packet communications service contract, and an i-mode contract are all required. Also, an i-navi link-compatible i-mode mobile handset and "i-mode adapter (sold separately)" are necessary. |
- Overview of the New Millenia
1. Sporty, Elegant Exterior and Roomy, Luxurious Interior
Based on Mazda's design theme of "contrast in harmony," elements of the exterior such as the hood, front fenders, and headlights have been substantially modified, resulting in a sportier, more high-class look.
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The new pentagonal "five-point grille" with the Mazda logo in its center for the distinctive Mazda family appearance. |
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The sharp, decisive lines of the hood project a sense of speed and vitality. The lines continue on the surface of the headlights, resulting in a unique, solid-looking headlight design. |
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The rear combination-lamps have a luxurious and integrated appearance. |
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The 25M sports package features chrome plated 17-inch aluminum wheels. Other versions are equipped with 16-inch aluminum wheels. |
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A total of seven exterior colors are available, including new colors such as platinum silver metallic and supreme blue mica. |
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Two interior color schemes are available: gray moquette fabric and beige genuine leather. Both have a bright two-tone look that accentuates the feeling of roominess and high quality. |
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High-contrast instrument meters with black backgrounds and illuminated needles and lettering provide improved legibility and a deluxe look. |
2. Driving Pleasure, which gives the Feeling of Oneness Between Car and Driver
Mazda has established "Dynamic DNA" as a theme for all its passenger vehicles to embody the responsive handling and performance. The aim is to achieve a new level of driving pleasure, which gives the feel of oneness between car and driver. To make this a reality, Mazda has focused on the following areas of driving performance: precise steering and handling; responsive and linear braking; and composed and confident ride.
The new Millenia incorporates improvements to its suspension, steering system, body, and brakes designed to realize the Mazda "Dynamic DNA" ideal. Driving, cornering, and braking performance have all been enhanced, resulting in the level of handling stability and smooth ride one would expect from a true luxury sedan.
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The body has been substantially reinforced in many places, with high bend and torsion rigidity. In addition, the links between the four-wheel multi-link suspension and the body have been reinforced, the geometry modified, and the damping force optimized for even more precise and nimble responsiveness. Straight-line stability and rolling feel have been improved for an overall feel of stability and excellent maneuverability. The steering system features more rigid torsion bars and further fine tuning of the power steering mechanism. This provides smooth and direct steering responsiveness at all speeds. The new Millenia provides excellent maneuvering stability and the comfortable ride one expects from a luxury sports sedan. |
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The 25M sports package provides a sportier look featuring a rear stabilizer as well as 17-inch tires and aluminum wheels. |
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Four-wheel steering (4WS) is standard on the 25M luxury package and available as an option, along with a rear stabilizer, on the 25M. |
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Braking performance is improved through the employment of oversized 16-inch front disc brakes. Also, the vacuum boosters have been fine tuned for more responsive and linear braking characteristics. |
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Two V-6 DOHC engine options are available: 2.5 liter and 2.0 liter. Both provide high output and smooth running performance. |
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Revised shift-scheduling enables easier shifting in acceleration improving performance. |
3. Compatibility with the "Mazda Telematics" Advanced Information Service
Mazda has developed and made available an information service for customers called "Mazda Telematics Center" that combines the functionality of both the Internet and the car's navigation system. A DVD car navigation system compatible with Mazda Telematics is available on the new Millenia as a factory option. Once the customer signs up for the service, the functions listed below are available with no application fee and no annual fee. Car navigation functions and Internet access via the center require a mobile phone. Mazda Telematics is the first information service offered by a car manufacturer to be compatible with the i-mode service from NTT DoCoMo. A wide array of services are available through the i-mode system.
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Using the car navigation system the user can search for restaurants, hotels, recreational facilities, and scenic spots; set specific driving courses; and access news and weather information. |
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The user can also access web sites on the Internet via the car navigation system as well as send and receive e-mail. Each Mazda Telematics member is assigned his/her own e-mail address. |
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Users can obtain information on various facilities and set driving courses from their home computers before setting out. |
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Its communication cost can be reduced by using the packet telecommunication. |
4. Equipped for Enhanced Practicality and Comfort
The new Millenia features plenty of storage space and a new upgradeable audio system for even more practicality and comfort.
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The center console configuration has been completely revamped. Two new cup holders, with lids, are located behind the automatic transmission shift lever for easy access from the front seats. The cup holders for the rear seat passengers are equipped with adapters that allow them to hold a variety of different types of containers, including plastic beverage bottles. |
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There is a two-level oversized console box. The upper compartment has a convenient tray for storing a mobile phone, sunglasses, or the like, while the main lower compartment is large enough to store ten CDs with their label sides facing upward. The main compartment is also equipped with an accessory socket that can be used to supply power to a mobile phone or portable computer. |
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The ashtrays have been enlarged and the compartment for cigarette butts can be removed easily. |
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A fully automatic climate control system including an air filter with aldehyde removal is standard equipment on all versions. |
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The audio system contains separable audio components. This makes it easy to add more functions in the future, such as an audio cassette tape deck or an MD player. This audio system configuration shows a new concept that the user can add to the audio system new components including the advanced audio appliance that supports the digital music distribution systems. This Mazda-original audio system provides a new level of post-purchase extensibility. |
5. Higher Quality Through Craftsmanship
The superb quality of elements such as the exquisitely crafted instrument panel, created using powder slash molding, has already been widely praised, and the new Millenia raises the level of quality still higher. In response to customer demand, the doors now open and close with a more solid, quality feel, and the switches and other controls are easier to see. The fine craftsmanship that went into the new Millenia is apparent throughout.
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The nighttime illumination of the audio system, door locks, and other items is now all a refined white hue. It provides both excellent legibility and a luxurious, high-grade look. The lettering on controls of systems such as the climate control system has been enlarged for improved legibility. |
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The configuration of the insertion blade and buckle for the front seatbelts has been changed to make them easier to fasten. |
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The upper portion of the backs of the reclining front seat has an added depression to provide a closer, more comfortable match with the back of the person sitting in them, and to hold the persons more securely in place. |
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The internal mechanism of the door latches has been altered to provide a more solid sound when the door is closed. Also, vibration damping sheets have been applied to the door panels to enable the outer and inner door handles operate more smoothly. |
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The sound the trunk lid makes when being closed has been improved, and enhancements have been added to prevent water from dripping into the trunk if being opened while it is raining. |
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The pillars as well as the front and rear headers are urethane-filled to further eliminate extraneous noise. |
6. Improved Safety
In addition to improved maneuvering stability and braking performance, based on the Mazda theme of "Dynamic DNA," the new Millenia also provides new active safety features such as Electronically- controlled Braking force Distribution system (EBD)-except for the 4WS-equipped models. The reinforced body is filled in strategic spots with the world's first high-strength resin foam plastic. This highly rigid and safe body combines with passive safety features such as Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) side airbags with special head protection.
Active Safety Features
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The defroster ducts and grilles have been redesigned to improve the performance of the climate control system and improve the effectiveness of windshield defogging. Also, the windshield wiper blades are made of fluorine-coated rubber for improved visibility when raining. |
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All models are equipped with brake assist as a standard feature. EBD is also standard on all models except for those equipped with 4WS. Traction Control System (TCS) is standard on the 25M luxury package as well as 25M versions equipped with 4WS. It is available as an option on the 25M and 25M sports package. |
Passive Safety Features
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Strategic spots in the body frame are filled with the world's first high-strength resin foam plastic, developed by Mazda. This technology provides increased strength and substantially improves safety in the event of a collision. The center pillars are filled in places with high-strength foam plastic to prevent localized bending and more effectively disperse the forces of an impact with very little increase in weight. This design enhancement ensures better passenger protection in case of a side collision. The highly rigid and safe body has front and rear crush zones for greater cabin strength. |
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All models have driver- and passenger-side SRS airbags as standard equipment. SRS side airbags with special head protection are standard on all versions except the 20M (On the 20M they are available as a factory option). |
- Suggested Retail Vehicle Base Prices (Excluding Consumption Tax)
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| Engine |
Grade |
Tokyo/Hiroshima/
Yamaguchi |
Osaka/
Nagoya |
Sapporo |
Sendai |
Fukuoka |
Okinawa |
| V6 2000 |
20M |
2,350 |
2,357 |
2,396 |
2,367 |
2,375 |
2,415 |
| V6 2500 |
25M |
2,650 |
2,657 |
2,696 |
2,667 |
2,675 |
2,715 |
| 25M Sports Package |
2,755 |
2,762 |
2,801 |
2,772 |
2,780 |
2,820 |
| 25M Luxury Package |
3,020 |
3,027 |
3,066 |
3,037 |
3,045 |
3,085 |
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All models are equipped with electronically controlled, four-speed automatic transmission (4EAT). |
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All models are equipped with cold-weather specifications. |
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Snow white pearl mica body color: add 30,000 yen. Snow white pearl mica/silky white pearl mica two-tone body color: add 60,000 yen. Other two-tone schemes: add 30,000 yen. |
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To add the Mazda Telematics Center-compatible DVD car navigation system to the 25M luxury package: add 212,000 yen. For all other versions: add 240,000 yen. |
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