July 19, 2008

Mazda will unveil an all-new concept car – a sporty, compact crossover vehicle, called the Mazda Kazamai – at Moscow’s International Automobile Salon (MIAS) on Tuesday 26 August.

Kazamai, which means “swirling crosswinds” in Japanese, expresses the powerful yet nimble image of a stylish and compact crossover.  The concept is based on Mazda’s long-term vision for technology development which aims to provide a unique balance between sporty driving fun, and superior environmental and safety performance.  It resembles the head of a swan to look at and will look to offer a ride that resembles a swan gracefully gliding across a lake.

The evolving Mazda design language ‘Nagare’ is evident on Kazamai’s exterior, with panel lines inspired by crosswinds in nature which evoke visual lightness, fused with aerodynamic proportions.  The bold five-point grille, accentuated front wheel arches and sleek roof line, combined with large 22-inch diameter wheels, endow Kazamai with high emotional appeal.

Sporty to look at, Kazamai seeks to be spirited and fun to drive, while retaining good use of space.  The concept’s four-wheel drive Mazda powertrain will consist of a next-generation direct-injection engine and a newly-developed transmission.  It is also aerodynamically efficient, with an evolved lightweight and robust body structure further contributing to the vehicle’s dynamics and safety.

If it were to be built, Mazda’s latest showcar would deliver exciting driving dynamics, frugal fuel consumption and greatly reduced CO2 emissions.

The Mazda Kazamai promises to be another ground-breaking show car from Mazda Design, winner of this year’s Grand Prix du Design in Paris.  Created especially for the Moscow International Automobile Salon, Kazamai gives a good indication of Mazda’s intent for possible future compact crossover vehicles. 

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