Mazda Unveils Touched Up MPV

Japanese automaker Mazda launched the third generation of the MPV in February last year. During the unveiling of the said vehicle, Mazda highlighted that they have designed the vehicle around the principles of aggressiveness and luxury. Recently, The Auto Channel reported that the automaker has freshened up the look of the MPV to further make the MPV synonymous with being aggressive and luxurious at the same time.

On the outside, the automaker gave the front end of the MPV a bolder look, no doubt in adherence to the aggressive look that they want for the vehicle. They were able to do this by giving the MPV new chrome auto body parts. This was complemented by new upper and lower grilles. At the back, the rear combination lights was redesigned giving the MPV a new look from the back.

Apart from these changes, the MPV was also given a new set of 18-inch alloy wheels. Three colors are also available for the MPV which are Metropolitan Grey Mica, Lilac Silver Metallic, and Diamond Grey Metallic.

The changes made to the MPV were not only done for the exterior. Inside the MPV, Mazda maintained the sporty appearance that the previous model had but freshened the vehicle up by adding decorative trims. Chrome parts are also used on the interior of the vehicle. The addition of the said accent pieces increased the quality level of the MPV's cockpit.

When it comes to comfort, Mazda enhanced the MPV's with the 'Super Relax Seats' which are designed to give maximum comfort to its occupants. A 'nanoe ion' air purification system is also offered with the MPV. Other improvements made to the MPV were the addition of certain optional features like sand-beige leather seat covers, leather wrapped steering wheel in wood grain pattern, and heated front seats.

As for the performance of the new MPV, the vehicle is now equipped with a five-speed automatic transmission. The said gearbox is now standard equipment for MZR 2.3-liter naturally-aspirated engines with front-wheel drive configuration. This is expected to attract the attention of many customers looking for sporty vehicles.

The improvements made to the MPV shows that the automaker is dedicated to offering quality vehicles to their consumers. The MPV's new features are expected to be as reliable as Acura CL brake dust shields. The freshened MPV is available only in Japan and can cost between 2,500,000 and 3,600,000 yen. For that amount though, consumers will be getting a very good deal.