The Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premiere of the new Hakaze concept car at the 77th annual Geneva International Motor Show to be held from tuesday, march 6 through sunday, march 18, 2007.
The Mazda Hakaze is a four-seat coupe-style compact crossover SUV designed at Mazda's European design centre and aimed at people in their thrities and forties who lead active, adventurous lifestyles.
Hakaze is the 3rd design concept of the series created around the "Nagare" design language, joining the Mazda Nagare and Mazda Ryuga which were revealed earlier this motor show season. Even when standing still, Hakaze seems to be effortlessly cutting through the air.
Outside, the side body panels are textured to give the impression of sand dunes rippled by the wind and the body shape creates a muscular and taunt look. The rear part of its roof is removable which gives it a feel similar to a roadster. The interior seat layout is unique, as the rear seats slide forward with their lower cushions under the front seats to produce a spacious luggage compartment.
Even though it is only a concept car the Hakaze has been conceived to be equipped with either a powerful DISI* petrol engine or a diesel engine. The MZR 2.3-litre DISI petrol is a high-performance turbocharged engine with direct injection that is coupled to Mazda's active torque-split all-wheel drive transmission.This is Mazda's latest MZR petrol powertrain technology and is an ideal match to the adventurous and fun nature of Mazda Hakaze. It delivers high torque and power, 6-speed sport automatic transmission and beach-ready four-wheel drive traction.
Combined with Mazda Hakaze's aerodynamic shape and lightweight body, the engine would not only be fun to drive, but would also use acceptable amounts of petrol. It has MacPherson front struts and multi-link rear suspension for agile, Zoom-Zoom handling, whether at the beach or in the city
Posted on 05/02/07 By F.B
