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2024 Mazda 2 Hybrid

The Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer presented the Mazda 2 Hybrid, which looks similar to the Toyota Yaris. This is the fourth generation of this model from the B segment, which is actually a “copy” of the Toyota model.

The new Mazda 2 will be available to European customers from next year, and it brings a different front bumper and radiator grille, five revised equipment packages: Prime, Centre, Exclusive, Homura and Homura Plus, as well as an additional body color (Glass blue).

The basic equipment package includes keyless unlocking, a USB-C connector and a multimedia system that is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay applications. Richer equipment packages include 16 and 17-inch aluminum wheels, multi-speaker audio system, front and rear parking sensors, LED lights, dual-zone air conditioning, larger multimedia display, panoramic roof, etc.

When it comes to the powertrain, the Mazda 2 is powered by a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 116 hp (85 kW). That’s enough power to propel this small city car to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 9.7 seconds with a top speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). According to WLTP norms, the average fuel consumption is 3.8 liters per 100 kilometers.

Source: Mazda

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Mitsuoka Viewt

The small Japanese car company Mitsuoka, founded in 1968, specializes in odd-looking cars inspired by classic models. Their latest work is the Mitsuoka Viewt.

Most of the Japanese company’s works are based on everyday cars, such as the Viewt, which is based on Nissan’s Micra/Mach, which has sold more than 13,000 units. However, the best work is considered to be the Orochi model based on the Honda NSX. This is not the only Toyota car that this company dealt with, before it there were Ryugi, Galue and Noera based on different versions of Corolla.

The modified Yaris received a classic front fascia with round lights and a large vertical grille, which was part of the British luxury sedan, Jaguar Mark 2, from the sixties. It is 70 mm longer than the car that served as inspiration (Jaguar Mark 2) and sits on small steel wheels with chrome covers. The car received round taillights to differentiate it from the previous three generations which also mimicked the look of the base model.

Inside, the car received new upholstery and paint, but the overall look is familiar. The Toyota badge on the steering wheel has been removed and replaced with a Mitsuoka badge.

When it comes to price, the Mitsuoka Viewt costs around $23,000. The most expensive model with hybrid technology and four-wheel drive costs $31,300.

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Mitsuoka Viewt

Source: Mitsuoka

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Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport for the European market

After last year’s presentation of the Toyota Yaris Cross as a response to the increasing competition in the crossover segment, the Japanese car manufacturer presented the GR Sport version of this model for the European market.

The Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport is offered in several body colors, and is equipped with new body details such as a new black front grille, rear diffuser, modified suspension, a set of 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels and red brake calipers. The interior of the car is completely dark. The seats are upholstered in black leather with the GR emblem on the headrest. Black leather can also be seen on the door panels, dashboard and steering wheel. On the central console, there is a multimedia display.

When it comes to the powertrain, the GR Sport is powered by a standard 1.5l three-cylinder petrol engine assisted by an electric motor that develops a combined 116 hp (87 kW). Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a CVT gearbox.

Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport will be on pre-sale from the third quarter of this year. The price is currently unknown.

Source: Toyota