Mazda MPV

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Mazda MPV
2000 Mazda MPV
Manufacturer Mazda
Production 1989–present
Assembly Hiroshima, Japan
Successor Mazda5 (For North America and Europe)
Mazda CX-9 (For North America and Australia)
Class Minivan

The Mazda MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) is a minivan manufactured by Mazda. Introduced in 1989 as a rear wheel drive model with optional selectable four-wheel drive where extra traction was needed, it was replaced in 2000 with a front wheel drive only version. Over 1 million MPV models had been produced since its introduction.[1]

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[edit] First generation 1989-1999 (Rear wheel drive)

First generation
1989-1992 Mazda MPV
Also called Efini MPV (during 1991-1997 in Japan)
Production 1989–1999
Body style(s) 3-door van (1989-1995)
4-door van (1996-1998)
Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Platform Mazda LV platform
Engine(s) 2.6 L G6 I4 (1989-1994)
2.5 L G5 I4 (1995-1998)
3.0 L JE V6
Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual
Wheelbase 110.4 in (2804 mm)
Length 1989-1994: 175.8 in (4465 mm)
1995-98: 183.5 in (4661 mm)
Width 71.9 in (1826 mm)
1991-95 4WD: 72.3 in (1836 mm)
Height 1989-1992 & 1995-98 2WD: 68.1 in (1730 mm)
1991-92 4WD: 70.8 in (1798 mm)
1993-94: 66.7 in (1694 mm)
1993-94 4WD: 69.4 in (1763 mm)
1995-97 4WD: 70.8 in (1798 mm)
1998 2WD: 68.9 in (1750 mm)
1998 4WD: 71.5 in (1816 mm)
Related Mazda 929

The minivan boom of the 1980s caught the Japanese car makers by surprise. Each maker had its own response: Toyota was first with an adaptation of their mid-engined Van, based on the Japanese Town-Ace in 1984. Nissan and Mitsubishi quickly followed suit with conversions of cargo vans in 1987. All were small and only offered 4-cylinder engines. This was also the only Mazda MPV generation with a manual transmission.

The 1989 MPV was designed from the ground-up as a minivan for the American market. It was based on the large rear wheel drive 929's HC. It would be called the LV platform, and equipped the MPV with a V6 engine and optional four wheel drive. Its 4WD system is not to be confused with "all wheel drive"; the MPV can be switched into 4WD with a switch mounted on the column gear selector. A dash mounted switch also allowed the driver to lock the center differential, splitting power equally between the front and rear axles. The 4WD can be engaged and disengaged while moving. There is also a snowplow available for this vehicle, which makes good use of the 4x4 system.


Like the later Honda Odyssey, it featured traditional hinged doors instead of sliding rear doors, though the original MPV only had a single rear door. Because of the 4WD option, the Mazda Navajo (sold from 1991-1994) version of the Ford Explorer was only offered as a 2 door. The middle row was available as a bench, allowing seating for 8 when most minivans seated 7.

The van was named to Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1990 and 1991 and featured as one of their "vehicles for the coming (fuel) crisis". Initial sales were strong as well, but rapidly fell off once other makers introduced all wheel drive and V6 engines. However, Toyota's 1991 Previa, Nissan's 1993 Quest, and Honda's 1995 Odyssey all featured purpose-built platforms and eroded Mazda's lead.

The MPV received one star out of four in the Australian ANCAP crash tests and a "Marginal" rating in the American IIHS crash tests.

The van was refreshed in 1996, adding drivers' side rear door. While the I4 engine retired for the United States market, it was replaced with a similar 2.5 L unit for the rest of the world. The '97 and '98 models received a mild refreshing with "all-sport" body cladding and wheel arches, and polished alloy wheels. Mazda discontinued the original MPV after the '99 model year.

      • This generation was featured in the Wu-Tang Clan's C.R.E.A.M. video.

1993-1994 Mazda MPV

1995-1997 Mazda MPV

1998-1999 Mazda MPV


[edit] Second generation 1999-2006 (Front wheel drive)

Second generation
2005 Mazda MPV ES
Production 1999–2006
Body style(s) 4-door van
Layout FF layout
Platform Mazda LW platform
Engine(s) 2.0 L FS-DE I4 (00-01)
2.5 L GY-DE I4 (99-01)
2.5 L AJ V6 (99-01)
3.0 L AJ V6 (02-05)
Transmission(s) 5-speed 5F31J automatic
Wheelbase 111.8 in (2840 mm)
Length 1999-01: 187.0 in (4750 mm)
2002-03: 187.8 in (4770 mm)
2004-06: 189.5 in (4813 mm)
2004-06 LX-SV: 189.3 in (4808 mm)
Width 72.1 in (1831 mm)
Height 68.7 in (1745 mm)
2004-06 ES: 69.1 in (1755 mm)
Related Mazda 626

The MPV was replaced for 1999 with a front wheel drive LW platform based on the 626. This second generation MPV featured dual sliding rear doors,front-wheel drive, and a smallish third row seat that folded flat into the floor. The side slide doors had power windows that rolled down, unlike most minivan doors.

The MPV initially used the Mazda AJ (which was actually Ford's Duratec) 2.5 L V6, an engine initially designed by Porsche before it was sold to Ford and used in the Contour. A 4-speed automatic was standard.

The base DX model had a two-place middle bench seat. The LX model replaced the bench seat with two middle buckets (the passenger side seat could slide sideways, dubbed "side by slide"), power windows and locks, heated power mirrors, privacy glass, and antilock brakes. The ES model added leather seating surfaces, wood tone interior trim, side impact air bags on the front seats, bigger wheels, and separate front and rear air conditioners.

In model year 2001, all models added child-safety seat tether anchors. An optional GFX sport appearance package was made available for LX and ES models, which included fog lights and aero body add-ons. The 2001 model year ran long, extending into early 2002 in anticipation of the 2002 refresh.

In model year 2002, the MPV was refreshed with Mazda's AJ 3.0 L V6, a 5-speed automatic transmission producing 200 hp (149 kW) and 200 lb·ft (270 N·m) of torque, a new grille featuring a single chrome bar at the top, power sliding side doors, revised suspension settings, and 17-inch alloy wheels.

In model year 2003, power operation of the side doors was made optional on the LX and ES. A base LX-SV model was added midway into the model year.

In model year 2004, it received a mild exterior and interior makeover. The exterior featured new headlights and Altezza style clear taillights. The interior changes included a new steering wheel, gauge surrounds, and a spring assist to ease folding the third row seat into the floor. The LX Sport package added a customized look with alloy wheels, body side skirts, enhanced tail lights, anti-lock brakes, an air dam under the bumper, and an optional rear-mounted spoiler. The ES model added leather seats, rear air conditioner, power sliding doors, and a choice of moonroof or roof-mounted DVD player. No LX-SV model was offered.

In model year 2005, rear air conditioning became an optional feature on the LX (it had been standard on the LX in 2004).

In model year 2006, a base LX-SV model was again offered alongside the LX and ES models.

By 2007, the MPV was virtually the only minivan which had not adopted the size form factor of the long wheelbase Chrysler minivans, including Kia and Nissan.

The MPV was discontinued in both Europe and North America after 2006 as the smaller Mazda5 replaces it as Mazda's minivan. The MPV was also replaced in North America and Australia by the full-size Mazda CX-9 crossover SUV. Australian models were available with 3 seats in the 2nd row, and two seats in the 3rd row instead of a folding third row.

2002-2003 Mazda MPV

2004-2007 Mazda MPV LX

Engines:

  • 1999-2001 2.0 L FS-DE I4 (non-US)
  • 1999-2001 2.5 L GY-DE I4 (non-US)
  • 1999-2001 2.5 L AJ V6
  • 2002-2006 3.0 L AJ V6
  • 2005-present 2.3 L MZR 2.3 Direct Injecition Spark Ignition (DISI) Turbocharged I4 (non-US)

[edit] Price

Pricing for 2006 as follows:

  • LX-SV:$22,115
  • LX:$22,950
  • ES:$28,515


[edit] Third generation 2006- (Front wheel drive)

Third generation (Asia-Pacific)
2006-2007 Mazda MPV
Also called Mazda8
Production 2006–present
Body style(s) 4-door van
Layout FF layout
Platform Mazda LY platform
Engine(s) 2.3 L MZR I4
2.3 L MZR turbocharged I4
Transmission(s) 4/5/6-speed automatic
Wheelbase 2,950 mm (116.1 in)
Length 2007: 4,868 mm (191.7 in)
2008-Present: 4,860 mm (191.3 in)
Width 1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height 1,685 mm (66.3 in)
Related Mazda6

On February 2, 2006, the third generation Mazda MPV went on sale in Japan as a model year 2007 car.[2] It is powered by either a 4 cylinder MZR 2.3 naturally aspirated engine or 4 cylinder MZR 2.3 Direct Injection Spark Ignition (DISI) turbo engine. The 2nd row reclining seats feature an unusual retracting footrest feature.

The third generation MPV is currently available only in Japan, Hong Kong[3] and some small number in Thailand. It is known as Mazda8 in Hong Kong.

In 2008, a facelifted version was introduced. External modifications include new front bumper with new fog-lights. 5-Speed Automatic is equipped in NA models. 6-Speed Automatics unchanged in Turbo models.

2008 Mazda MPV
(Japan spec)


[edit] External links


[edit] References

  1. ^ "Mazda MPV Production Reaches One Million Units". Webwire.com. http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=10177. Retrieved 2009-04-11. 
  2. ^ "The innovative Mazda MPV minivan is a "next-generation people mover" with the soul of a sports car". Mazda Press Release. http://mazdanews.com/node/view/263. Retrieved June 4 2007. 
  3. ^ "to Sell New MPV in Hong Kong | News Releases". MAZDA. 2006-03-22. http://www.mazda.com/publicity/release/2006/200603/060322a.html. Retrieved 2009-04-11. 
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