Autozam ( オートザム , Ōtozamu ) was a brand of Japanese automaker Mazda , specializing in small cars and Kei cars , many of which were rebadged Suzuki models. Autozam also briefly acted as importer of Lancia vehicles to Japan.
57-595: The Autozam dealership channel is still in operation in some Japanese locations, but sell all current Mazda products. In the late 1980s, Mazda began expansion of dealerships in Japan. The idea was to create "a familiar car shop in your city" (あなたの街の身近なカーショップ; Anata no machi no midjikana kāshoppu ) and network of dealerships, centred around small and medium-sized maintenance shops and used car dealers. In part of this brand strategy, Mazda launched of three new marques. The company created Autozam, Eunos , and ɛ̃fini , in addition to
114-529: A 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) acceleration time of 7.4 seconds and a governor-limited top speed of 190 km/h (120 mph). Car and Driver documented the acceleration of a 2007 Mazda3 four-door sedan. Equipped with a 2.3-litre engine and 5-speed manual transmission, the Mazda3 has a 0−60 mph (−97 km/h) time of 7.3 seconds and completes the quarter mile in 15.8 seconds at 88 mph (142 km/h). The fuel consumption of these models averages in
171-606: A 167 bhp (125 kW) 2.5 L engine adapted from the Mazda6 . Both engines are also available in PZEV versions in the US, the 2.0 L producing 144 bhp (107 kW) and the 2.5 L producing 165 bhp (123 kW). The 3s Grand Touring trim level adds leather seats, power driver's seat, rain-sensing windshield wipers, dual-zone automatic climate control, and steerable active bi-xenon headlights as standard equipment. The hatchback
228-488: A 17-inch alloy wheel for the Grand Touring version. The rear fascia was slightly changed adding a notch on the bumper cover of the sedan. Several new exterior colours were added, phantom blue, a copper red metallic (April 2008), Aurora Blue and dark cherry. The Titanium Gray colour was replaced with a darker Galaxy Gray colour. The interior of the Mazda3 was offered with several new colour choices and an audio jack in
285-551: A 2.3 L engine and came only in GS or GT trims. Compared to the GX sedan, the GX hatchback has body-coloured door handles, and fog lamps. Options for the Sport GX include air conditioning, a convenience package containing power accessories and 15-inch alloys, and a rear trunk spoiler. The GS sedan received standard 16-inch alloy wheels, previously only available with the moonroof option, while
342-582: A CD Player among other features. Building upon the Neo, the "Maxx" offered power windows and mirrors, alloy wheels, remote keyless central locking, six speakers and an in-dash sound system. The "Maxx Sport" added primarily cosmetic features, with that including a body kit, front fog lamps and larger alloy wheels. The "SP23" gained a larger engine as well as other smaller luxury features. In July 2006, Mazda introduced its Series II 3. Updates included refreshed front and rear light fixtures, as well updated alloy wheels and
399-479: A blue ring around the projectors in the headlamps, a Sky Blue engine cover, as well as an optional Skyactiv specific paint colour known as Sky Blue . Car and Driver reported that such a Mazda3 can reach estimated EPA fuel-economy ratings of 30 mpg city and 39 to 40 highway. The third-generation 2014 Mazda3 was revealed in Australia on 26 June 2013. It now sits atop the new Skyactiv chassis, no longer sharing
456-400: A body-colour front grille, fog lights and 17" alloy wheels, giving it a very similar appearance to the more expensive s models. The interior also received leather-covered steering wheel and shift knob from the s model. Anti-lock brakes and side-impact airbags, previously optional, were now standard. Initial news reports indicated the 2009 model year would receive a minor facelift by the end of
513-433: A high-margin luxury car line. Lancia sales too were disappointing, as Japanese import buyers did not like buying their cars from showrooms sharing space with the cheerful and cute Autozam Carol . As a result, there was no Autozam product that was profitable except for the second generation Carol. Even the future Carol models were not as popular as the 2nd generation because it became a half-finished retro-feature concept with
570-720: A maximum five stars from the Euro NCAP Safety Testing Programme) the latter of which was rectified by making six airbags standard. In 2006, the Mazda3 was the second best-selling car in Canada and the best selling car in Israel during 2005–2007. The Mazda3 is based on the Ford global C1 platform , shared with the latest European Ford Focus and Volvo S40 . Previewed by the MX-Sportif concept car ,
627-541: A more rigid body, a new direct-injection engine, and a new 6-speed transmission. The third generation was introduced in mid-2013 as a 2014 model year. The third-generation model is the first Mazda3 to adopt the "Kodo" design language and a more complete Skyactiv range of technologies. The fourth-generation Mazda3 for the 2019 model year was unveiled in November 2018 at the Los Angeles Auto Show . For
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#1732790562709684-508: A new fog light configuration. A high performance "MPS" Hatch was introduced into the lineup within this update. The 3 continuously sold well throughout the BK generation, reaching 4th in Australian sales within 2006. The following table lists sales throughout its tenancy. In development from 2004 and designed under Kunihiko Kurisu from early 2005 to August 2006, in November 2008 Mazda debuted
741-596: A nod to how the original MX-5 was sold as the Eunos Roadster in Japan. Eunos sold the following vehicles, all on common Mazda platforms : This article about an automotive industry corporation or company is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Mazda3 The Mazda3 (known as the Mazda Axela in Japan (first three generations), a combination of "accelerate" and "excellent" )
798-599: A regional wholesale company merged to form "Mazda Autozam Co., Ltd.", and one company nationwide controlled the sales network. After that, we started handling Axela in 2003 and MPV , Tribute , and Bongo Friendee in March 2004. Other Mazda channels (Mazda store, Mazda éfini store) are now handling Carol Spiano , AZ-Wagon , and Scrum , which were exclusive to Autozam, and the differentiation from other sales channels has disappeared. From April 2016, we will start handling Atenza , Roadster , Familia Van , and Titan , which are
855-438: A six-speed manual. The Mazda3 features the following engines: Japanese market ( JIS ratings): European market ( ECE ratings): American & Canadian markets ( SAE net ratings): Mazda changed the rating for US & Canadian markets 2007 2.3 L naturally aspirated engine: Asian markets ( DIN ratings): Australian market ( ADR net ratings): South African market ( DIN net ratings): Official performance figures for
912-525: A slightly regressed fancy flavor when it was fully remodelled in the 3rd generation. Among the Mazda 5 channel dealers, where the core model Cronos ended in a big failure, only the éfini RX-7 was really popular. The sales of the best-selling Ford Festiva plummeted after the full model change, as with Autozam Carol. Autozam had become seriously unprofitable, even more so than the Eunos store, which only product
969-429: A top speed of 182 km/h (113 mph) according to the official Mazda specifications. In test results for the 2012 Mazda3 Maxx Sport five-door 2.0-litre engine, it has been reported as having a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of 9.2 seconds and a top speed of 190 km/h (120 mph). In its test results for the 2004 Mazda3 five-door with the 2.3-litre engine, Car and Driver magazine reported
1026-646: Is a compact car manufactured by Mazda . It was first introduced in 2003 as a 2004 model, replacing the Familia/323/Protegé in the C-segment. The second-generation Mazda3 for the 2009 model year was unveiled in late 2008, with the sedan premiering at the Los Angeles Auto Show and the hatchback at the Bologna Motor Show . For the 2012 model year, Mazda began offering the Mazda3 with their newly developed Skyactiv technology, including
1083-413: Is powered by Mazda's 1.6L inline-four engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission respectively. It came with four speakers and 6 CD audio system, central locking among other features. The top spec "2.0R" is powered by Mazda's 2.0L MZR engine mated to a 4 speed automatic transmission with activematic. It came with side skirts, sunroof, remote keyless entry, immobilizer & leather interior. In 2007,
1140-430: The shock absorbers to reduce suspension intrusion into the cargo area. The first generation Mazda3 has been known to have spontaneous piston failure in the form of the piston itself cracking which is a result of manufacturing anomalies that has plagued a small percentage of the normally reliable car. Four-wheel Disc brakes are fitted, with 300 mm (12 in) discs in the front and 279 mm (11.0 in) discs in
1197-480: The 10 L/100 km (24 mpg ‑US ; 28 mpg ‑imp ), with the 2-litre 2008 Mazda3 automatic-transmission model scoring a 10 L/100 km (24 mpg ‑US ; 28 mpg ‑imp )/7.6 L/100 km (31 mpg ‑US ; 37 mpg ‑imp ) city/highway United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rating. For the 2006 model year, Mazda added variable valve timing and variable-length intake runners to
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#17327905627091254-484: The 2.0 L and 2.3 L engines, respectively. Since then Mazda has introduced additional models under the Touring and Grand Touring labels. British Mazda3s are offered in S, TS, TS2, Sport, and a top end 2.3 L turbocharged Mazda3 MPS ( Mazda Performance Series ) models. Since April 2008, when there was a mainly cosmetic facelift of the Mazda3, there have been some changes to the trim designations for UK cars, with
1311-540: The 2.0-litre engine resulting in a power increase to 150 bhp (112 kW; 152 PS). The automatic transmission used in the S trim Mazda3 with the 2.3-litre engine was changed from a four-speed to a five-speed design. The larger engine was now PZEV-certified (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) for vehicles sold in California and other states that have adopted California automotive emission standards. The smaller engine had already been PZEV-certified. The colour palette
1368-413: The 2006 model year, a five-speed automatic is optional on models with the 2.3 L engine. This transmission has now been made standard on the 2.0 L engine in Japan (FWD models only), as part of a minor facelift in early 2008 which includes different front/rear bumper designs, new wheel designs and body colours, stiffened chassis, and better interior materials. The MPS / Mazdaspeed version is only available with
1425-854: The 2019 model, the all-new Mazda3 is equipped with the updated Skyactiv technologies, including a spark-controlled compression ignition engine marketed as the Skyactiv-X . A performance-oriented version of the Mazda3 was marketed until 2013 as the Mazdaspeed3 in North America , Mazdaspeed Axela in Japan, and the Mazda3 MPS in Europe and Australia. The Mazda3 became one of Mazda's fastest-selling vehicles, with cumulative sales in January 2019 of over 6 million units. The BK series Mazda3
1482-523: The Autozam brand. Those that were rebadged versions are noted in parentheses. The Mazda AZ-Wagon continued to use the "AZ" name until 2003, while the Mazda AZ-Offroad mini SUV (a rebadged Suzuki Jimny ) was introduced in 1998, continuing to carry on Autozam's naming conventions. Autozam locations also briefly sold Lancia products to Japanese buyers. The vehicles sold are listed below. Of
1539-532: The European Mazda3 1.4 S, the lowest-powered model, are 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 14.3 seconds, with a maximum speed of 170 km/h (110 mph). Wheels magazine reported an 8.7-second 0–100 km/h time for the Australian 2.0 model in its May 2004 issue. The 1.6 CiTD 80 kW diesel (as sold in Europe) with a five-speed manual does 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 11.6 seconds and has
1596-425: The GX had 15-inch alloy wheels added to the convenience package (which includes steering-wheel mounted audio controls, power windows, power locks, and remote entry). The GS hatchback now comes with factory-installed air conditioning. GT models received standard xenon headlights, previously part of the leather package. In the U.S., the i Touring trim level was replaced by the i Touring Value model. This new model added
1653-557: The Italian Fiat Auto, such as the Lancia Thema, Lancia Delta and Autobianchi Y10, were also on sale. The nationwide sales network was controlled by "Autozam Co., Ltd." and a regional wholesale company (Autozam Co., Ltd.). Autozam's first sales hit was the second-generation Carol , which became popular with young female buyers, partly due to targeted advertising. The Revue and Clef models ended up redesigned to follow
1710-691: The Lancia products sold, only the top level Thema didn't comply with Japanese Government exterior and engine displacement regulations to encourage sales, giving Japanese buyers who visited Autozam locations an alternative to the Autozam Clef , which also exceeded width dimensions. Eunos (automobile) Eunos ( ユーノス , Yūnosu ) was a marque of Japanese automaker Mazda , marketed as its upscale, fun to drive line. The brand existed in Japan from 1989 to 1996, when sales operations were integrated into ɛ̃fini , and Australia from 1992 to 1996, when it
1767-598: The Mazda Autozam store. After these two cars, new models were no longer introduced to the "Autozam store", and in order to handle the new models after that, it was necessary to move to the Mazda Autozam store. Stores that did not meet the standards returned their dealership rights without being given the right to sell new models. As a result, by the early 2000s, about 900 Autozam stores had changed to 350 Mazda Autozam stores. In addition, Lancia's regular import rights were returned by 1998. In 2001, Autozam Co., Ltd. and
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1824-533: The Mazda and Ford brands already marketed there. Autozam's lineup - at the time of establishment - was centered on small cars (i.e. Kei cars and compacts ). Autozam's first flagship model was the Autozam Clef , a sedan of Mazda Cronos lineage. In addition, Mazda acquired the official import rights of Lancia for the purpose of supplementing the luxury car lineup. At the same time, Garage Italya also imported and sold Lancias through its own sales network. Lancia and Autobianchi brand passenger cars manufactured by
1881-482: The UK, all Mazda3s have a 3-year unlimited mileage warranty, 3-year roadside assistance and 12 year anti perforation warranty as standard. Canadian-spec Mazda3s received standard seat-mounted side-airbags and body-shell-mounted side-curtain airbags across the model range. Previously, both airbag types were not available. An additional trim level included the Sport GX with a 2.0 L engine, previously all Sport hatchbacks had
1938-624: The centre console, allowing the use of digital music players. Also, Takara models, which were introduced in the 2008 upgrade, added climate control and 6- CD autochanger to the TS specification. The 2007 model also includes less visible mechanical changes. The keyless entry system was improved. Reinforcements to the body shell improve overall chassis rigidity. The front dampers of the MacPherson strut suspension have been re-tuned to quicken steering response and reduce understeer. The hydraulic dampers of
1995-427: The character of the much successful Carol. However, the sales of Revue and Clef ended up being disastrously sluggish, as they were completely unpopular except for a few young female users. Some of the light sports cars, such as Autozam AZ-1 and the small specialty car Autozam AZ-3 were also critically and publicly applauded, but did not translate to good sales. For short time, Autozam imported Lancia cars to Japan as
2052-406: The entry level "1.6S" received a minor update. Updates includes new gauge clusters, cloth seats & door linings, MP3 ready sound system, and a redesigned grill. In Australia, the BK 3 replaced the 323 (BJ) in January 2004. The original iteration came in several guises, "Neo", "Maxx", "Maxx Sport" and "SP23". The base "Neo" guise came with remote central locking, a four speaker sound system with
2109-553: The first-generation Mazda3 was available in two body styles, a four-door fastback sedan/saloon , marketed as a "4-door coupé style" in Europe, and a five-door hatchback , branded the Sport version in Canada, Japan, and the United States. Design work began under chief designer Hideki Suzuki in 1999 at three Mazda design centres in California, United States; Frankfurt, Germany; and Hiroshima, Japan. By 2001, Hasip Girgin's design
2166-843: The high-powered Mazdaspeed3 (known as the Mazda3 MPS in Europe or Mazdaspeed Axela in Japan) were released at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2009. Like the previous generation, the Mazda3 hatchback variant has been selected as the basis for the second generation Mazdaspeed3. The 2012 Mazda3 with Skyactiv powertrain was unveiled at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, February 2011. It comes with Mazda's Skyactiv-G 2.0-litre, direct-injection petrol engine, and Skyactiv-Drive 6-speed automatic or Skyactiv-MT 6-speed manual transmission. The chassis rigidity
2223-543: The models now being the entry-level S, then Takara (which replaces TS & TS2), the Tamura Special Edition and the Sport and MPS as before. All three models use the inline-4 Mazda MZR engine , with various types, displacements and outputs including the MZ-CD turbo-diesel , depending on model and market. Transmissions are a five-speed manual transmission and a four-speed automatic transmission ; since
2280-455: The multi-link rear suspension were also re-tuned to match the front suspension changes. Mazda engineers and designers addressed concerns regarding cabin noise level by redesigning or changing multiple systems and adding sound-deadening material to the roof lining and hood panel. The bumper-to-bumper warranty was reduced to 36 months / 36,000 miles while the powertrain warranty was increased to 60 months / 60,000 miles in most markets. In
2337-493: The previous generation. The 2.3L engine was replaced with a 2.5L engine that produces 167 bhp (125 kW; 169 PS) and 167 lb⋅ft (226 N⋅m) of torque in North American specs. In other markets, more engines are offered including a new 2.2 L turbo-diesel engine. A 2010 Mazda3 with a 2.5 L engine and 6-speed manual transmission accelerates from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 7.4 seconds and completes
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2394-635: The products under the parent company Mazda name. At first, these dealerships mainly sold the Familia , Bongo and the Premacy . In addition, the Mazda-Autozam dealerships started OEM sales of Suzuki automobiles. During the channel reorganization period, the Autozam store, which could not be transferred to the Mazda Autozam store, handled only light cars and Demio with the sign as it was, but as new models, AZ-Offroad and Laputa are sold together with
2451-461: The quarter mile in 15.7 seconds at 87 mph (140 km/h). Mazda unveiled the 2010 Mazda3 sedan/saloon at the Los Angeles Auto Show on 19 November 2008. The second-generation Mazda3 is slightly larger than the older Mazda3 and was available in "i" and "s" versions. The "i" (GX or GS in Canada) is powered by a 148 bhp (110 kW) 2.0 L engine while the "s" (GT in Canada) is powered by
2508-771: The rear; ABS and electronic brake force distribution are available as standard, depending on the model. Wheel and tire sizes vary with model, from 15" on base models to optional 17" wheels on upper-level models. The Mazda3 was used as a regular police patrol car by the Public Security Police Force of Macau alongside the Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic police cars in Macau , China. When first introduced, United States-market Mazda3 models were available in only two trim levels, i and s, with
2565-412: The second-generation Mazda3 with restyled exterior. Two engines were offered in the US and Canadian markets, the 2.0-litre petrol engine offered in the previous generation and a new 2.5 L inline-four shared with the second-generation Mazda6 . The C1 architecture, a collaboration of Ford, Mazda, and Volvo, is carried over from the previous generation though marginally wider, longer and lighter than
2622-428: The top models of Mazda vehicles that have not been sold so far. As a result, although the name of the Mazda Autozam store remains, it has become a de facto unification of domestic sales channels. As a result, "Mazda Autozam Co., Ltd." has suspended its operations, and Mazda itself and the Mazda éfini and Mazda stores in each region will supervise and manage the nationwide sales network. The following vehicles were part of
2679-662: The typical "Mazda five-point face." All Mazda3 sedans and five-doors gained the same "Axela" clear-lens style rear tail-lights as the SP23 model, which in 2007, Mazda brought out the Mazda Axela similar to the Mazda6 Atenza. In addition, the Grand Touring trim also featured LED brake lights. The LED brake lights were added to compete with the growing trend of higher-end vehicles using LED tail lamps for more visible light output. The range of alloy wheels were redesigned, featuring
2736-565: The year with exterior design modifications that included chrome door handles, a new roof spoiler, expanded use of black moldings on the rear bumper, and new alloy-wheel options. This turned out to not occur in the US or Canadian market. The 2009 model year was only a few months long as production ceased in November 2008. In the Philippines, the BK3 replaced the (BH) 323 in 2004. There are three trim levels, "1.6S", "1.6V &" 2.0R". The "1.6V"
2793-429: Was also simplified in 2006, with the deletion of Canary Yellow and Lava Orange Mica. The 3 received a minor cosmetic facelift for the 2007 model year with minimal exterior, interior and mechanical changes. On base models, the black plastic at the top of the grille became body-coloured. The front fascia and bumper were changed with a floating foglight design and the lower air intake opening was reshaped to better resemble
2850-486: Was chosen as a finalist. Girgin was sent to work in Hiroshima for 6 months, after which the final design was frozen for scheduled 2003 production. The front suspension comprises MacPherson struts , with coil springs and an anti-roll bar . The rear suspension is a Ford-designed "E-link" multi-link suspension , with four locating links per wheel and an anti-roll bar, suspended on coil springs that are mounted inboard of
2907-598: Was derived for the ancient Greek "eu" meaning "good" and "nos", an abbreviation of "numbers" in English, meant to signify a number, or assortment, of good things. The Marque was launched in Japan with the Eunos 500 in January, 1992 and many of the vehicles created were exported to other markets. From 1991 until 1996, when the Eunos dealership was integrated into Mazda locations, Citroën products were sold to Japanese buyers, as well as Mazda's ɛ̃fini locations. This experiment
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#17327905627092964-749: Was ended in the mid-1990s. Some of the vehicles sold under the Eunos brand were intended to be sold in North America under the Amati brand, but due to economic conditions, largely attributed to the collapse of the Japanese asset price bubble in 1991, Amati was not launched. The Eunos name was brought back in 2020 for a limited edition of the Mazda MX-5 in France as the MX-5 Eunos Edition,
3021-548: Was first unveiled at the 60th Frankfurt Motor Show on 10 September 2003, and launched in Japan in October 2003 as the Axela. The model was well received by the automotive press for its performance, handling, styling and interior, with some describing it as feeling like a more expensive sports sedan/saloon despite its value-oriented price. Some criticisms have included fuel economy and crash test results (only receiving four out of
3078-407: Was increased with the use of additional high tensile steel most significantly in the centre floor pan and B-pillar where reinforcement was extended 7 inches. Additionally, Mazda increased the number of spot welds to join suspension crossmembers to improve handling and stability. There are minor exterior updates: revised grille and air intakes, and a reshaped rear valance panel. Skyactiv models receive
3135-519: Was integrated into the main Mazda model range as a premium sub-brand. In the late 1980s, Mazda diversified in the Japan market with the launch of three new marques. The company created Autozam , Eunos, and ɛ̃fini , in addition to the Mazda and Ford brands already marketed by it there. The Eunos marque, was marketed as a fun to drive, upscale brand compared to entry level Autozam, traditional Mazda products, and exclusive luxury brand ɛ̃fini. The name
3192-463: Was the Eunos Roadster . This caused the management of the Mazda headquarters was severely distressed. Of the marquees created by Mazda - the so-called 5-channel system - Autozam name was one of the few that survived. But in 1998, certain standards were set for the dealership size and sales of Autozam stores nationwide. The dealerships were changed to "Mazda Autozam store" and started selling
3249-411: Was unveiled a few weeks after the sedan/saloon at the Bologna Motor Show . The European model includes a start-stop system with the 2.0L DISI engine with an estimated increase fuel economy in city cycle by roughly 12%. Midway through 2010, features including side mirrors with integrated turn signals, footwell lighting, and power seat memory functions were removed. Full details and images of
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