Mazda Demio

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The Mazda Demio is a supermini manufactured and marketed globally by Mazda since 1996, currently in its fourth generation. Demio is marketed prominently as Mazda2 and under previous nameplates including Mazda 121, Mazda Metro and Ford Festiva Mini Wagon .

The third generation Demio won the World Car of the Year 2008 title, while the fourth generation was awarded "Japanese Car of the Year" 2014-2015.

In Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico, the Demio DJ model is sold by Toyota with a slight change of style as iteration of the Toyota Yaris sedan . In the United States, it was initially marketed under the youth-oriented Scion brand as Scion iA . After August 2016, it was again branded as Toyota Yaris iA due to the termination of the Scion marque. For the 2019 model year, the iA moniker will be removed, and the US model will be sold as a Yaris sedan just like in other markets.

Coming from the introduction of Mazda 121 in 1987, this small B-segment car is based on the Mazda D-platform. Ford also uses the first-generation DA 121 version known as the Ford Festiva. Mazda then released Autozam Revue in 1990 with the next generation D-DB platform. It was redesigned for January 1993, still based on the same DB platform. Kia also builds DA and DB versions, both for itself and for Ford sales as the Ford Aspire in the United States sold by Kia as Pride and Avella. The name "Demio" comes from the Latin meus to indicate ownership, which in many languages ​​romance has become "mio."

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First generation (DW; 1996-2002)

When it comes to redesigning the Revue, Mazda comes with a hatchback package, minivan-esque high (Revue already over 1,500 mm (59.1 in) high). Introduced in a time packed with negative press coverage, Demio became a surprise hit for Mazda in Japan, and also marked the current production of B-segment minivans such as Opel Meriva, Fiat Idea and Renault Modus.

A concept model previewing the DW series, called Mazda BU-X was shown in 1995.

In its introduction in 1997, he won the Automobile Researchers Award and Journalist of the Year in Japan.

Demio's new production started in July 1996 (sold as 121 outside Japan and Europe) using the DW platform. Ford sells the Japanese version as the Ford Festiva Mini Wagon. In 1998, the Mazda logo was changed to the current logo. Demio was updated in 1999 with a revised exterior, cabin air filtering, repatriated automatic transmission, and DSC available due to the 2002 redesign.

Machine

• 1.3Ã, L B3-ME I4 (1996-1998)
• 1.5Ã, L B5-ME I4 (1996-1998)
• 1.3a, L B3E I4, 61Ã, kW (82Ã, hp)/108Ã, N? m (80Ã, lb? ft) (1999-2001)
• 1.5Ã, L B5E I4, 74Ã, kW (99Ã, hp)/127Ã, N? m (94Ã, lb? ft) (2000-2001)

Production

The original DW model was produced at Mazda's Mazda plant as "Mazda Demio" until late 2007, when it was replaced by the DE model.

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Second generation (DY; 2002-2007)

Demio was redesigned in 2002 on the DY platform. Demio's name continues in Japan, while the rest of the world down 121 and other names that support Mazda 2. Since its debut, 2 has been well received by the market pushing Japan's domestic sales to as high as seventh place.

The Ford-designed version of the badge, the Ford Fusion, is no longer made, as Ford began importing Ford Fiesta on Ford B3's global platform based on the Mazda DY platform. Production of cars for the European market began at the Almussafes Ford plant in Valencia, Spain on January 20, 2003.

All Demios come with ABS and EBD, and stability control is optional. Innovative features offered in Japan are e-4WD, hybrid car type system that uses an electric motor to drive the rear wheels of this front-wheel drive vehicle when needed. In Demio, this system is only used as a traction aid, not for fuel economy improvements as in most other vehicles.

Three trim levels are available in Japan, Cozy, Sport, and Casual.

In Europe, the trim levels are S, TS and TS2. TS and TS2 were renamed Antares and Capella in 2004. The 1.3 and 1.5 gasoline engines are not available, but the 1.25 liter 16-valve Sigma Ford engine is used, and Mazda 1.4 (in Ford Motor CO's engine block) and 1, 6 petrol, plus Ford 1.4 TDCi diesel offered, but called 1.4 CDTi by Mazda. (Almost all engine parts can be interchangeable with diesel versions of Ford Fiesta 1.4 and Ford Fusion in the same period).

Mazda 2 is sold with various Z-family machines:

Mazda Demio:

• 1,3Ã, L ZJ-VE I4 91Ã, PS (67Ã, kW, 90Ã, hp) pada 6000 rpm, 12.6 kg? m (124Ã, N? m; 91Ã,bb? ft) pada 3500 rpm
• 1.5Ã, L ZY-VE I4 113Ã, PS (83Ã, kW; 111Ã, hp) pada 6000 rpm, 14,3Ã, kg? m (140,, N m; 103,, lb ft ft) pada 4000 rpm

Mazda 2:

• 1,25 L MZI C2 70 PS (51 kW; 69 hp) pada 5700 rpm, 110Â N? m (81Â lbf? ft) pada 3500 rpm
• 1.4Â L MZI C4 80Â PS (59Â kW; 79Â hp) pada 5700 rpm, 124Â N? m (91Â lbf? ft) pada 3500 rpm
• 1,6Â L MZI C6 100Â PS (74Â kW; 99Â hp) pada 6000 rpm, 146Â N? m (108Â lbf? ft) pada 4000 rpm
• 1.4Â L MZ-CDTi Diesel 68Â PS (50Â kW; 67Â hp) pada 4000 rpm, 160Â N? m (120Â lbf? ft) pada 2000 rpm

In 2004 Mazda introduced Verisa in Japan. The Verisa is based on Demio but further upscale targeted.

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Third generation (DE; 2007-2014)

Initial release

The third-generation Demio is built on the new DE platform, which Ford also used for Ford Fiesta 2008. It uses lightweight materials and reduces the overall dimensions of the car.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show.

The main designer for the new model is Ikuo Maeda, who was later promoted to Chief Design at Mazda in 2009.

Japanese version

Sales of production vehicles began on July 5, 2007 at Mazda, Mazda fini and Autozam dealers.

European version

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show, and later at the 2007 Shanghai International Motor Show.

The three-door variant was released for the European market in 2008. Engine options include a 1.3 liter MZR and 1.5 liter petrol, a 1.4-liter MZ-CD turbo diesel common-rail. In some EU member states such as the Netherlands, there is an option to purchase petrol cars in LPG bi-fuel versions from factories. The model was unveiled at the 2008 Geneva International Motor Show.

North American version

The North American version of Mazda 2 was unveiled at the 2009 LA Auto Show, and later at the 2010 Canadian International Auto Show, making it the first subcompact of Mazda in North America since 323 was discontinued in the United States in 1994 (1995 in Canada). Mazda 2 became available in July 2010. The only available engines are the 1.5 liter, 100-horsepower four-cylinder matched with a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic transmission.

Mazda 2 discontinued in the United States after the 2014 model due to poor sales.

Mazda 2 received a "Good" rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in frontal collision, "Acceptable" for side collisions, "Good" for roof strength, and "Acceptable" for rear damage protection.

Chinese version

The Chinese Mazda2 model with a five-door hatchback body style was launched at the 2007 Guangzhou Motor Show. The Chinese four-door sedan model of Mazda 2 was unveiled at the same event, with sales beginning in January 2008. Another variant called Haima 2 is produced by Haima. The available 1.3 or 1.5 liter engine is paired to a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Sedan

This sedan version was built in Thailand and China and is only sold in Southeast Asia, Australia, South America and the Caribbean.

In Australia, Sedan was introduced in conjunction with Facelifted Hatch in May 2010, with Sedan being offered in a single 'Maxx' class. However, in February 2011, Australia has returned to Japan-sourced production, leading to the suspension of Sedan being offered, after just 9 months of on-sale.

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Transmission

Transmission options include five-speed manual, four-speed automatic, CVT (available in Japan and Hong Kong only) or CVT with sports mode featuring seven simulation ratios and paddle shifters (available in Japan only).

Tools

A digital fuel gauge has been introduced. Stability control will not be standard within Mazda 2 but available (except the standard on all models in Australia). There are three trim levels available for 2 new ranges, the first known as the Neo which is the basic model. It comes standard with air conditioning and 15-inch steel wheels, although the side air bags, 16-inch alloy wheels and sport body kit come as standard on Genki topping range.

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Production

The vehicle was built at Ujina Plant No.1 (U1) in Hiroshima, with the addition of Mazda 2 starting at Ujina Factory No.2 (U2) in June 2007. Additional vehicles were built in Hofu, Japan.

Chinese models were built at Nanjing Changan Ford Mazda Automobile factory in late October 2007.

The Asia-Pacific region model is produced by AutoAlliance Thailand Co., Ltd. starting in 2009. Mazda 2 local assembly in Vietnam started on October 21, 2011 at Nui Thanh, Quang Nam factory owned by Vina Mazda Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Mazda 2 local assembly in Vietnam started on October 21, 2011 at Nui Thanh, Quang Nam factory owned by Vina Mazda Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Sales

A month after the Japanese model sales start 15,000 units were sold, with 3 top selling models featuring Sunlight Silver Metallic, Metropolitan Gray Mica and Blue Blue Metallic body color, and Spirited Green Metallic body among the top 5.

Production in Japan reached 100,000 units by the end of January 2008.

In August 2010, it was reported that 400,000 units had been sold in Europe, Australia and Japan.

2011 update

Japanese model

The updated models include premium seat seats, black metered panels, silver instrument panel ornaments, expanded exterior body colors including Burgundy Red Mica, a standard travel computer. The 15C model (with CVT), 13C-V and 13C (with four-speed automatic transmission transmission transmission) includes the Mazda eco-light. Sport model classes, 15C, 13C-V and 13C (with e-4WD) include a new three-point seat belt and headrests in the middle row seat as standard equipment. SPORT models include 16 inch alloy wheels.

The 13-SkyActiv model includes the first SkyActiv engine, 1.3-liter with 83Ã, hp (62Ã, kW) and 83Ã, lbÃ,  · ft (113 NÃ,Âμm), intelligent-Drive Master (i-DM), CVT transmission , 14-inch alloy wheels, choice of exterior body color Aquica Blue Mica, dynamic stability control with the aid of brakes, traction control.

The preorder of the new model starts on June 9, 2011, while new model sales begin on June 30, 2011.

Demio 13-SkyActiv was nominated for Car of The Year Japan 2012.

the concept of SEMA 2011 (2011)

Turbo2 is a concept car with MAZDASPEED3 MZR 2.3 liter Direct Injection Spark Ignition (DISI) turbo engine, HR coil over suspension kit, Corksport rocking bar and Brembo front brake adjustable with 13-inch ventilated and rotor, shiny black 17-inch OZ Wheels racing with Yokohama ADVAN Neova 215/40R17 performance tires, Sonic White tri-coat body color with Brilliant Black on the bottom panel, wheel arches, side skirts, and lower front fascia; bright green and yellow neon graphics and trim pieces; Katzin's black leather booth features barved Barracuda Yellow holes and Yellow Sunrise seat pipe, Star West mats, AiM Pista MXL digital racing performance and data acquisition screens.

3dCarbon Mazda 2 includes Body kit 3dCarbon/Water Design manufactured in high pressure polyurethane injection molding (front air dam, side skirt, rear diffuser and rear spoiler Mazda 2 Touring-top spec), Spirited Green Metallic body color with vinyl graphic design by Sticky Fingers Design, dark colored windows, 3M Color Stable Metal-Free Window Film on side and rear windows, windshield with 3M Crystalline Nanofilm, Eibach Springs Pro-Kit, 18 inch FIVE: AD S6: F Wheels Gunmetal with Yokohama Ban S. drive 215/35R18.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2011 SEMA show.

Demio EV (2012 -)

This is a limited production electric vehicle (100 leased units) for the Japanese market. This includes a 346-Volt lithium-ion battery with a driving distance of 200 km (124 mi). Leasing began in October 2012. 70 per cent of Mazda2 BEV owners say they are not happy with the distance of 124 miles on their electric car, although they never need more.

Range Extender for EV Prototype (2013)

Range extender test car is a version of the Mazda 2 prototype electric car with a 0.33 liter rotary engine, lithium-ion battery, 75 kW front-wheel drive motor and a 10-liter fuel tank. This will double the Demio EV range, meeting the Japanese requirement that fuel tanks and engines do not provide more range than electric motors. The 1,280 kg (2,820-pound) car will have a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 200 kg (440 liters), 20 kWh, which produces power of 75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp)/150 Â ° LU (15 kg); 110Ã, lb? Ft) electric motor. The prototype range extender incorporates a 28 kW (38 PS) light engine engine, a 100-kg (220-lb) downsized single-rotor Wankel engine with 330Ã-cc (20 Â ° cu) displacement mounted on the sides at the rear of the car. The 10 liter (2.2 Â ° C, 2.6 gallon US) fuel tank that can be charged with gasoline, butane, or propane is claimed to nearly double the EV range to 380 kilometers (236.1 mi).

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Fourth generation (DJ; 2014-current)

The new generation Mazda Demio reports appear in 2013 for the 2014 launch, with some manufacturing at Mazda's new plant in Mexico. The Mazda Hazumi Concept model (designed to see future models of Mazda 2) was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2014 and in April 2014 a new generation Demio development mule is undergoing testing in Germany, covered with camouflage.

In July 2014, Mazda officially announced photos of the fourth-generation Demio hatchback, and production begins at Mazda's HÃ ¢ factory. Fu. This sedan version debuted at Thailand International Motor Expo in November 2014.

This fourth generation is based on the Mazda CX-5 platform variation, rather than the Ford DE platform used on the Ford Fiesta and features larger lengths, wider front and rear tracks, decreased interior space for rear seat occupants and less front head and leg room.

In October 2014, Demio was awarded "Car of the Year" in 2014-2015 by the Committee of the Car of the Year Japan.

Although the North American variant is produced in Mexico, Mazda USA announces that the Mazda2 hatchback will not be sold in the US market, except in Puerto Rico, due to low sales of previous generation models. The sedan variant, however, will be marketed in the US by Toyota as Scion iA.

For the Canadian market, the DJ Mazda2 series is confirmed at the Montreal International Exhibition 2015, but its launch is delayed until early 2016 to allow Mazda Canada to focus on the redesigned CX-3 and MX-5 launches. On November 16, 2015, Mazda Canada decided not to launch 2 as they found the car unsuitable for the market as well as a shift towards a subcompact crossover. However, as in the US, the sedan variant is marketed as a Toyota Yaris sedan.

Machine and transmission

Mazda 2 uses the six-speed and six-speed SkyActiv-Drive Mazda's SkyActiv-MT and a six-speed manual gearbox and stop-start technology ("i-STOP" switch off the engine when silent car "and brake energy regeneration system (" i-ELOOP "uses braking to charge the capacitors for all car electronics, instead of alternators that charge the battery).

Mazda 2 will initially be offered with a 1.5 liter petrol engine and a 1.5 liter diesel engine - SkyActiv-D , a 1.5-liter diesel engine debuting at the Geneva Motor Show 2014. The gasoline engine will be available with 74 bph, 89 bhp or 113 bhp, while diesel will produce 104 bhp.

In 2014, Mazda de MÃÆ'Ã… © xico Vehicle Operation announces the production of Mazda2 in Salamanca, Guanajuato for various North and South American markets. At the 2015 New York International Auto Show in April of that year, it was announced that the factory would produce a Mazda2 sedan version for Toyota with minor style changes, with vehicles to be sold in the United States as Scion iA and in Canada as a Yaris sedan. In July 2015, it was announced that the car would be sold in Mexico as Yaris R.

Scion iA is the first and only 4-door sedan from the marque and the first and only model that will not be built in Japan. This will be the only variant of the Mazda 2 (DJ) that will be sold in the US.

In the United States, Scion iA sold 7605 units in 2015. Due to the termination of the Scion marque, this model was again branded as Toyota Yaris iA after August 2016 for the 2017 model year.

In Canada, the Yaris has a 106-hp (79-kW), 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a six-speed manual and automatic transmission option. Features include customizable heated exterior mirrors, keyless entries, cruise control, power windows and electric door locks.

In Mexico, the Mazda-based Yaris R is sold alongside the cheaper, lower-priced Yaris Sedan, which from the beginning of 2018 was the Asian market version of the Toyota Yaris ATIV, and was previously a variant of the Toyota Vios. Yaris R is sold in three versions. But unlike the Canadian and Scion iA versions, the Yaris R does not feature cruise control or pre-crash warning systems, and it is the only version of rebadged sedan that has a leather steering wheel. The Yaris R is also sold in Puerto Rico, due to the popularity of the previous generation Yaris sedan, which has been discontinued.

For the 2019 model year, the United States version will be renamed again as a Yaris sedan, and will receive a minor facelift with a new insert grille and trim changes. Unlike previous models, which only offer exterior colors and a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic transmission as factory options, both the US and Canada 2019 Yaris sedans will be offered in L, LE, and XLE trims with a wider range interior and exterior options.

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References

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External links

• Official website

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• Australia
• Indonesia
• US. (2017 Toyota Yaris iA)
• Canada (Toyota Yaris)

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