MAZDA NEWSROOM｜Mazda Releases Revised AZ-Wagon in Japan

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Aug. 23, 2010

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Mazda Releases Revised AZ-Wagon in Japan
- Features a continuously variable transmission with an auxiliary gearbox for improved fuel economy -

HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation has revised the Mazda AZ-Wagon micro-mini, with models going on sale today at all Mazda Autozam, Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealerships throughout Japan.

Mazda AZ-Wagon XS Special with a continuously variable transmission
(front-wheel-drive model)

Upgrades include the addition of a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with an auxiliary gearbox to improve the fuel economy of the Custom Style XS and the XS Special (with CVT) grades by 0.5 kilometers per liter^*.

Additionally, the turbocharged front-wheel-drive (FWD) model grade now qualifies for Japan's eco-car tax reduction program, joining the naturally aspirated AZ-Wagon models which already qualify.

A newly added eco drive indicator supports eco-friendly driving by notifying the driver when the car is running in a fuel efficient manner. The indicator is fitted to all CVT and four-speed automatic transmission (4AT) model grades.

Main features of the revised AZ-Wagon

The Custom Style XS and XS Special (with CVT) feature a CVT with an auxiliary gearbox that has a low/high two-stage gear set. This improves power at low speeds and increases fuel economy at high speeds.
(FWD models: 23.0km/L to 23.5km/L. 4WD models: 22.0km/L to 22.5km/L^*)
CVT and 4AT model grades have an eco drive indicator which supports eco-friendly driving. By monitoring factors such as real-time fuel usage and force acting on the accelerator pedal, a light on the dashboard illuminates when the car is running in a fuel efficient manner.
The XG grade is available with a new exterior body color, Aqua Veil Blue Pearl Metallic.
Newly designed seat and door trim. The XG and XS special have a calming design in navy blue, and the Custom Style series features higher quality fabrics.
The Custom Style XT has 15-inch aluminum wheels and an audio-less specification that allows customers to select their desired audio system.

Improved tax reductions under Japan's eco-car tax reduction program

The FWD Custom Style XT (with turbocharger) now qualifies for a 50 percent tax reduction.
The XS Special and Custom Style XS four-wheel-drive (4WD) grades have improved from a 50 percent reduction to a 75 percent tax reduction.

* Measured according to Japan's 10-15 mode test cycle as endorsed by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)

Manufacturer's suggested retail prices for the revised AZ-Wagon

* Price of the model in the attached photo

Drive	Engine	Grade	Transmission	Price (yen)		Tax reduction
Drive	Engine	Grade	Transmission	With tax	Without tax	Tax reduction
FWD	660 DOHC VVT	XG	5MT	1,086,750	1,035,000	75%
		XG	4AT	1,086,750	1,035,000	50%
		XS Special	4AT	1,197,000	1,140,000	50%
		XS Special	CVT	1,228,500^*	1,170,000^*	75%
		Custom Style XS	CVT	1,302,000	1,240,000	75%
	660 DOHC Turbo	Custom Style XT	CVT	1,433,250	1,365,000	50%
4WD	660 DOHC VVT	XG	5MT	1,204,350	1,147,000	50%
		XG	4AT	1,204,350	1,147,000	-
		XS Special	CVT	1,346,100	1,282,000	75%
		Custom Style XS	CVT	1,419,600	1,352,000	75%
	660 DOHC Turbo	Custom Style XT	CVT	1,540,350	1,467,000	-

- A separate recycling fee of 10,480 yen is necessary in addition to the prices listed above
- If the special body color Mysterious Violet Pearl or Pearl White is chosen, the price increases by 21,000 yen (including tax)

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