Mazda Electric/Hybrid Cars

What makes a good car? Could it be its cost effectiveness, torque power, high quality engine, better mileage or being a hybrid, my list could go on but one thing for sure that many consumers are looking for something that has everything. One of the biggest automaker in the world is Mazda. Known for its “Zoom-Zoom” cars, Mazda is now a household name around the globe. This Japanese automaker produced an amazing amount of vehicles in 2007 alone, and still growing in number with its brand new original electric/hybrid cars. Mazda deserves it success through years of hard work and ingenuity that is evident to each and every cars they manufactured.

With the increasing number of demands from its consumers, Mazda announced in 2008 its goal to renew their current engine and transmission lineup. This is to raise the average fuel efficiency of Mazda cars and to increase its worldwide sales by 30% by 2015. Moving forward and facing new challenges is what Mazda is made for, and they aim to exceed all the expectations and change the world through its hybrid vehicles. The use of hydrogen as the next generation fuel is what they have been working on and apparently its development to hydrogen rotary engine vehicles are now out in the market today.

2010 Mazda Tribute

The increasing threat to the environment is the primary concern of Mazda when they conceptualize this new hybrid. The 2010 Mazda tribute is another automobile masterpiece that challenges every other hybrid in the market today. No more issues about the rising gas prices or crappy designs for hybrids. With the 2010 Tribute clean air and green environment is now within our reach.

So what makes this new Tribute different from any other Mazda hybrids? The answer is simple, while other models have a number of different power plants the 2010 Mazda Tribute is limited to only  one. This high end one engine car is powered by the 2010 2.5 Liter V4 engine that makes this vehicle suitable for the needs of those who value style and comfort while going green at the same time. The 2.5 Liter V4 engines produce an amazing 177 horsepower which was produced by its two electric motors that works as a generator and its state of the art gas engine. Another interesting feature of this hybrid beauty is its continuous variable transmission (CVT) where the power of its wheels came from.

Sleeker and boxier, the Mazda Tribute SUV fashions cleaner .lines and aesthetic features that the thought of having the classic look for the new version is pure genius. It is Mazda written all over it and we can deny the fact the 2010 Mazda tribute is a scene stealer. With its spacious cabin, elevated driver seat that most drivers are raving about, 5 comfortable seats and ample storage space are just enough to make the right decision of own this vehicle.

Mazda Demio

Known as the Mazda 21, Ford Festiva Mini Wagon, Mazda2, and Mazda Metro, the Mazda Demio is the all new addition to Mazda’s growing family of original electric/hybrid cars. Debuted its third generation in 2007, the Mazda Demio is an original small minivan but now it’s a supermini car that made it as a World Car of the Year in 2008. This freshened edition of Mazda Demio comes with improved fuel economy which is loaded with extra equipment that will make any drivers rethink their first choice when they see this car.

The new Mazda Demio features e-4WD that exceeds theJapanese standards by 5% when it comes to fuel economy, certified as a Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (SU-LEV) which makes the Demio eligible for the highest level of the green tax plan which help reduces user taxes, and not to mention that it is powered by a 1.3-liter engine. The Demio’s interior has its casual feel with more prominent design that gives a warm and friendly impression. Enlarged headlamps, all new front gear and rear bumpers are just additional features for the Casual grade Demio. The Sports Demio also undergoes some changes to its front grille and the newly added 16-inch alloy wheels and tires, aeroparts and smoky-colored rear combination lamps to add a sportier look for the design.

Mazda MX-5 Miata

It means “reward” in Old High German; the Miata comes with humble designs to the most chic and stylish design of its class. The Mazda’s spirit when it comes in being inventive and original can be seen to its newest hybrid the brand new Mazda MX-5 Miata. Made as a roadster, the MX-5 is all made in Hiroshima, Japan where Mazda’s biggest factory is located. Introduced in 1989 the Miata is still here, getting better and improving to its highest level. With its nominal mechanical complexity and light weight the MX-5’s is easy to drive with help of its self-sufficient double wish bone suspension, rear-wheel drive layout and conventional front-engine. With it comes to its cost-effectiveness, the Miata is not bad on the wallet either.

The third generation of MX-5 won various awards that includes Wheels Magazine’s Car of the Year for 1989 and 2005and other prominent awards that made this Miata the sought after car. Built-in with a Warfield Impulse 9 Series Wound DC electric motor the MX-5 Miata is another king of the road but going greener this time. The 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata features the world’s most trendy soft-top sports with a soft spot in the environment. Breed in less fuel emission this Mazda hybrid fashions a two-seater and hybrid powertrain and even a diesel engine.  

In an effort to lower its weight, Mazda engineers reduced the Miata’s fuel consumption and emissions to make it more environmentally friendly. The future of the hybrid MX-5i is yet to be determined as Mazda tries to give the Miata its new look and design capable of lowering carbon dioxide emissions. So the next time you are out looking for a new car, don’t forget to check out the Mazda MX-5 Miata.