MAZDA NEWSROOM｜ Pre-Orders Start for Mazdaspeed Atenza

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June 23, 2005

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Pre-Orders Start for Mazdaspeed Atenza
- Embodies a simultaneous response to environmental issues and the desire for high power; a Green Tax compliant high performance sedan -

Mazda Motor Corporation began taking orders today for the Mazdaspeed Atenza at Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealers throughout Japan. The sales launch is set for late August 2005.

Mazdaspeed Atenza comes equipped with technology independently developed by Mazda: a newly developed 2.3L direction injection gasoline turbo engine (designated the MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo^*) and an electronic Active Torque Split Control All-Wheel-Drive system. It delivers a higher balance between comfort, economy and high performance that we need in everyday life.

Mazdaspeed Atenza also meets “Green Tax” standards, Japan’s tax reduction regulations for eco-friendly vehicles. Certified as a Super Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle (SU-LEV) that complies with Japan’s 2005 emissions reduction standard of 75 percent, when purchasing an Mazdaspeed Atenza the owner can receive a reduction in the vehicle excise tax because it is also certified as exceeding the 2010 fuel economy standard by five percent.
*DISI: Direct Injection Spark Ignition

Mazdaspeed Atenza

Mazdaspeed Atenza Pre-Order Overview

Order booking period:	June 23 (Thu.)~August 21 (Sun.), 2005
Dates of sales:	Late August (planned)
Special features:	A leather carrying case for the mandatory vehicle inspection certificate is included as a gift. (The abovementioned is only available to customers who place orders during the booking period.) * Please note that during the booking period the option of black & white leather seats are also available.
Ordering locations:	Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealers throughout Japan.
Base price:	Price- including taxes 3,024,000 yen (without tax 2,880,000 yen)

Black & White leather seats

Leather carrying case for the Mazdaspeed Atenza mandatory vehicle inspection certificate

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (Unit: Yen)

Body Type	Drive	Engine	Transmission	Retail Price (yen)
				Including tax	Without tax
Sedan (4-door)	4WD	2.3L DOHC-DISI Turbo	6MT	3,024,000	2,880,000

Major Specifications

Dimensions	Length	4760mm
	Width	1780mm
	Wheel base	1430mm
	Tread	1540/1540mm
	Minimum clearance	135mm
Vehicle weight		1560kg
Occupancy		5 persons
Engine	Model	L3-VDT
	Type	Water-cooled inline 4-cylinder DOHC16 valve direction injection (DI) turbo
	Displacement	2260cc
	Maximum Output	200kW(272ps)/5500rpm
	Maximum torque	380N·m(38.7kg-m)/3000rpm
Transmission		6-speed MT
Drive system		Electronic control active torque control coupling 4WD
Steering		Rack & pinion
Suspension (front/rear)		Double wishbone/Multilink
Brakes (front/rear)		Ventilated discs/discs
Tires (front/rear)		215/45R18 89W
10/15 mode fuel consumption (MLIT inspection values)		11.0km/L
Conforming regulatory level		2005 emission standard 75% reduction level (SU-LEV)
Notes		Meets the “Green Tax” standards

Mazdaspeed Atenza’s main factory installed options
- BOSE sound system and music HDD
- Advanced keyless entry and starter system
- Leather seats (black) and driver’s seat 8-way power seat and driver’s seat memory
- Glass sunroof with tilt function

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