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Mazda Demio

by admin on Jan.23, 2010, under Mazda

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With the introduction of the Demio by Mazda it has grown in popularity in many countries. In 1996, after the redesign and modifications, Mazda came up with a tall hatchback type model. This even resembled a smallish mini van. The Mazda Demio surprised everyone when it hit the market place for the first time. It was a smashing success in its naïve Japan , producing some very impressive sales numbers. The brand new design of the Demio in 1996 used the DW platform for its production model. It’s sold under the nameplates of the 121 outside Japan , and Metro in the Australian market.

Mazda Demio cars are equipped with powerful engines and it is designed for fuel economies and to be environmentally friendly. The new Mazda Demio incorporated a redesigned exterior and also a cabin air filtration system that were done in 2000. They also returned to and automatic transmission, which proved to be more popular then the standard or manual variety. The original model under the DW platform was manufactured in Mazda’s Columbian facilities. In 2002 the Demio was remade based on the DY platform and while the Demio name was still used through out Japan , it was known as the Mazda2 in the rest of the world.

The Demio comes with four-speed automatic, a five-speed manual and a seven speed selective CVT transmissions. Along with the newly named Mazda2, the Demio became widely recognized as a very fun and also extremely practical car to drive. This helped Mazda elevate its Japanese domestic sale to seventh place. All these new Demios come complete with ABS (anti-locking braking system) and a unique stability control system was an added option. Mazda also offered the Demio in a hybrid version that incorporated an electric engine at the back to provide power to the rear wheels when the front ones began to spin. This added option did give the Demio added traction and control.

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