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Mazda Releases Upgraded Bongo Van and Truck in Japan
- Freshened models feature a new engine, meet Japan's 2010 fuel economy standard, and offer improved ride comfort and safety performance with enhanced equipment -
HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the introduction of upgraded Mazda Bongo Van and Bongo Truck commercial vehicles for the Japanese market. The new models go on sale today at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealerships nationwide.
The Bongo Van and Bongo Truck now offer enhanced driving performance due to a new 1.8-liter four-cylinder DOHC gasoline engine that increases power and torque, and improves environmental performance and fuel economy. All two-wheel-drive (2WD) models meet Japan's 2010 fuel economy standard (four-wheel-drive [4WD] models are not subject to the standard).
Enhanced equipment includes a large center console box that is positioned between the driver and passenger seats. Safety features have also been improved with a passenger side airbag and an electric passenger-side door mirror that are now included as standard equipment.
For improved cargo management, all the freshened Bongo Truck models have hinged side panels which are 45mm higher than on the previous versions. The single wide-low model grades now come with a longer cargo beds.
Manufacturer's suggested retail prices for the Bongo Van range from 1,722,000 to 1,991,850 yen for the 2WD versions and from 1,964,550 to 2,229,150 yen for the 4WD models. Prices for the Bongo Truck range from 1,587,600 to 1,759,800 yen for the 2WD models and from 1,859,550 to 2,005,500 yen for the 4WD models. These prices include sales taxes and are standard nationwide.
Main features of the upgraded Bongo Van and Bongo Truck
Manufacturer's suggested retail prices of major model grades
Bongo Truck
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