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February 15, 2001

Mazda Adds Capella Wagon 'Sport' Series

- New sport models include four-wheel-drive 2.5-liter V6 'V-RX Sport' and updates to existing models -

Mazda Motor Corporation is introducing two new sport models of the Capella Wagon -- a four-wheel-drive 2.5-liter V6 "V-RX Sport" and a 2.0-liter four-in-line "SX Sport." Also, Mazda is revising the entire series with upgraded equipment at reasonable and affordable prices. The new Capella Wagon series goes on sale today at Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealerships throughout Japan.

The Capella Wagon series offers a roomy, comfortable interior and flexible seating, world-class safety features, distinctive design and responsive handling and performance.

The all-time four-wheel-drive "VR-X Sport" model boasts a 2.5-liter V6 engine with maximum output of 147kW (200 PS), and a sporty interior and exterior. Powered with a 2.0-liter four-in-line engine, "SX Sport" model also features a sporty interior and exterior.

All Capella Wagon series models include the popular fully automatic climate control system as standard equipment and other enhancements.

Enhancements don't necessarily mean a higher price. The new "V-RX Sport" model, for instance, costs 2,498,000 to 252,000 yen less than the former V-RX model.*

Mazda expects to sell 800 units of the new Capella Wagon monthly in the Japanese market.

*Valid in Tokyo, Hiroshima, Osaka, Nagoya and Yamaguchi areas.

Capella Wagon -- a four-wheel-drive 2.5-liter V6
Capella Wagon -- a four-wheel-drive 2.5-liter V6 "V-RX Sport"

-Primary Updates

1. New added models to enhance a sporty feeling
- All-time four-wheel-drive and 2.5-liter V6 engine "VR-X" and "VR-X Sport" models
- 2.0-liter four-in-line front engine and front wheel drive "SX Sport" model
 
2. Sporty interior and exterior look for new 2.5-Liter V-RX Sport and 2.5-Liter SX Sport
Exterior
- Blackout headlamps (black-colored on the bezel portion)
- Black door sashes (for all models including the new models)
Interior
- Genuine leather-wrapped Nardi steering wheel (black)
- Black and gray two-tone colored instrument panel
- Carbon-stylized instrument panel, power window switch bezels and center console panel
- Black-accented metal mesh seats
 
3. Popular features as standard equipment
- Fully automatic climate control system
- Keyless entry system with answering function
- New concept audio system that allows customers to add or replace audio components
- Anti-ultraviolet dark-tinted glass for rear door, rear quarter and reargate windows (except 4WD-SE)
 
4. New Outer Panel Color
  Platinum Silver Metallic (all former colors are also available.)
 
5. Grade Revision (integration)
  Two-wheel-drive SE --> SX.
Four-wheel-drive S-RX --> V-RX.

-Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (Sales tax not included)

(Unit: 1,000 yen)
Drive
System
Engine Grade Transmission Tokyo,
Hiroshima,
Osaka,
Nagoya,
Yamaguchi
Sapporo Sendai Fukuoka
FF 1800
DOHC
SV 5MT 1,710 1,737 1,729 1,719
EC-AT 1,798 1,825 1,817 1,807
2000
DOHC
SX Activematic 2,067 2,094 2,086 2,076
SX Sport 2,178 2,205 2,197 2,187
4WD 2000
DOHC
SE EC-AT 2,198 2,225 2,217 2,207
V6 2500
DOHC
V-RX 2,348 2,375 2,367 2,357
V-RX Sport 2,498 2,525 2,517 2,507
- Add 15,000 yen for the wintry-weather-equipped 1.8-liter SV wagon model. All other models are wintry-weather-equipped with no price addition.
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