HIROSHIMA, Japan—As part of celebrations to mark its 90th anniversary, Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the sales launch of a limited edition version of its mid-size, tall ‘high-roof’ Biante minivan for the Japanese market. The Biante 20S NAVI SPECIAL is limited to only 400 units and goes on sale today at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealerships throughout Japan.

The 90th Anniversary Mazda Biante 20S NAVI SPECIAL (production limited to 400 units)

The Biante 20S NAVI SPECIAL offers popular special equipment at a smart price. For just 73,500 yen above the 20S base model’s list price, customers can enjoy HDD navigation and a parking assist system. Additionally, the front-wheel-drive (FWD) version features Mazda’s unique idling stop system, i-stop, and qualifies for Japan’s eco-car incentive program and 75 percent tax reductions under the government’s tax reduction program.

Main features of the 90th Anniversary limited edition Mazda Biante 20S NAVI SPECIAL

Base model

Biante 20S (FWD and four-wheel-drive (4WD) versions)

Special equipment

• MAZDA G-BOOK ALPHA-compatible voice-controlled HDD navigation system^*
• Parking assist (front, side and rear guide monitors)

  * A TV tuner (dealer option) is necessary to receive terrestrial digital television broadcasts.

• - A separate recycling fee of 14,590 yen is necessary in addition to the prices listed above.
• - DISI: Direct Injection Spark Ignition
• - Six exterior body colors are available. If the special body color Crystal White Pearl Mica is selected, the price increases by 31,500 yen (including tax).
• - The Biante 20S NAVI SPECIAL does not include the ‘flexible hook’ that is standard equipment on the 20S.