Mazda2 EV and Mazda3 Hybrid: The Future According to Mazda

The Mazda3 Hybrid will not be sold in Canada.

The Mazda3’s hybrid system.

All versions of the new Mazda3 premiered at the Tokyo Motor Show.

The 2.0-litre SKYACTIV engine has been modified for use in a hybrid system.

The Mazda3 Hybrid comes with low-resistance tires.

The Mazda3 Hybrid features the same gear shifter as Toyota’s models.

We were convinced with the Mazda3 Hybrid’s capabilities during a test drive in Yokohama.

The only Mazda2 in the world to come with a Range Extender.

Adding the Range Extender system doesn’t involve any major modifications to the car.

The bumper has an integrated vent grill.

The rotary engine: simple, light and very flat.

300cc single-rotor

Here’s a look at the complete system.

The rotary engine helps keep the unit small and free of vibrations.

The electric motor is located in front and power is sent to the front wheels only.

The Mazda2 EV’s trunk is almost as big as the conventional version’s.

A car that shows off its true colours.

The battery is first charged at a station.

Test driving the Mazda2 EV was very positive.

A look at the Mazda2 EV’s control module.