RENDERED SPECULATION: Is Mazda's Next-Gen RX Car Going To Get Volt-Like Tech?

According to the latest reports, the next-generation Mazda RX -- dubbed the RX-9 -- is said to get a bit of an upgrade. Rather than be as dependent on fuel, Mazda's preparing some hybrid technology that will make the RX-9 a fuel sipper.

Look for some Li-Ion batteries to make an appearance and keep some electricity streaming to the range extender.

Another big change: the RX-8's innovative rear doors will be axed. With any luck, the next-gen Mazda will take comes cues from the Shinari concept.


The Mazda RX-8 will be replaced – but this time, the super-smooth rotary engine will be much less thirsty, thanks to hybrid technology borrowed from Toyota. And a Mazda source in Japan has confirmed that development of the newcomer – likely to be dubbed RX-9 – is well underway.

Our exclusive image shows how the car could look, revealing styling inspired by 2010’s Shinari four-door coupé concept. That means flowing lines and sharp edges, suggesting the agility Mazda sports cars have become synonymous with...

[Source: AutoExpress]


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dlin - 5/26/2011 9:33:55 AM

+1 Boost

It is Toyota's:

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1060527_mazda-rx-9-use-toyota-hybrid-drive

Tarzan - 5/26/2011 4:38:55 PM

+1 Boost

It looks like Mazda borrowed the Austin Martin DB9 designer's blueprints.