Mazda2 tagged posts

Today news spreads out that, Toyota is planning a big model reorganization for its Scion brand. Following are the details.

Scion xB: replaced by a variant of the Toyota Auris, in 2015.

– Current model:

– Future model:

Scion xD: replaced by a new design based on the Mazda2. Below is the current model. For the new Mazda2 please see this report.

Scion iQ: this model will be discontinued after the 2014 model year.

Scion FR-S: a second generation will debut in early 2017.

Scion tC: will be redesigned in 2016.

There is also a new CUV model based on the Toyota Corolla platform.

Today Mazda has officially announced the newly redesigned Mazda2 (called the “Demio” in Japan). However, except the official images, few information is available. Below is what we have known for the powertrain at this moment.

– 1.5L SKYACTIV-D diesel engine, 103hp (77kw)@4,000 rpm and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque within 1,500 – 2,500 rpm
– Two 1.5L SKYACTIV-G gasoline engines, output unknown at this moment
– 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
– HUD option available

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