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Mazda Corporation (Mazda) unveiled the CX-70, a new crossover SUV developed for the North American market. The Mazda CX-70 is the third model in Mazda's "Large" series, and it is a two-row midsize SUV model developed to meet the needs of the North American market, Mazda's main market.
Based on the concept of "Passion Pursuer", the Mazda CX-70 was developed in accordance with the preferences of consumers with a sporty design and a laid-back and practical loading space. First of all, the exterior design is based on Mazda's "Kodo – Soul of Motion" design language, which has been implemented since the 2010s, and by harmoniously using strong and organic curves and straight straight lines, the exterior design exudes a faint sense of fullness and is more powerful than that of Mazda in the past.
The front face emphasizes a strong and stable impression, and the radiator grille with a mid-mesh pattern treatment emphasizes the sporty feeling. Viewed from the side, the vivid curves and fullness that appear in current Mazda vehicles are continued. In addition, the large wheels with a maximum specification of 21 inches are handsome, and the lower end of the body is equipped with black outer guards everywhere, showing the style of an SUV. The rear of the car can also be seen, and the direction of the design is to cleanly complete the sporty style of the entire vehicle.
The interior is fully integrated with Mazda's unique style, which is clean and sporty. The horizontal design of the dashboard is simple and wrapped in a special fuchsia leather to give it a noble feel, and the compact 3-spoke steering wheel and electronic gear lever create a sporty atmosphere. The touch screen display is still very Mazda, not emphasizing the large size, emphasizing smoothness and easy to use. Ease of operation is improved and the height is designed to be low to ensure forward visibility.
The Mazda CX-70 offers an electrically controlled folding seat function that allows two rows of seats to be folded by simply operating a switch in the rear tailgate opening. When the 2 rows of seats are folded, they create a flat floor space, and the bottom of the trunk compartment provides a total of 3 additional loading spaces.
The power is also very American, the Mazda CX-70 fuel version is equipped with a 3.3-liter inline 6-cylinder turbocharged engine, divided into 3.3 TURBO and 3.3 TURBO S two versions, the maximum power is 280 horsepower and 340 horsepower respectively, in terms of transmission, it is matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and the PHEV version is equipped with a 2.5L four-cylinder engine and a 68 kilowatt motor combination, with a combined maximum power of 323 horsepower and a pure electric range of 30 miles (48 kilometers).
Based on the newly developed rear-wheel drive architecture, the CX-70 has a more rigid and refined performance that realizes the driving feeling that Mazda is looking for.
Not only that, but the CX-70 also offers a wide range of active safety devices based on the requirements of the current market. The CX-70 is powered by Mazda's Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS). CTS uses UnResponse Driver Support, which, if enabled, alerts the driver when you lift your hand from the steering wheel or detects that the driver closes their eyes. If the driver is unresponsive, the vehicle is automatically slowed down and stopped completely.
At the same time, the "Trailer HICHIVIEW" function is provided, which shows the exact position of the towbar when reversing to help with proper alignment. The maximum towing weight is 5000 lbs (about 2267 kg). In addition, the plug-in hybrid model offers an external power supply of 1500W.
Mazda's new crossover SUV model, the CX-70, will be launched in the U.S. market this spring. Price undecided.