A revised version of Demio sub-compact car by Mazda has been released already for automotive market in Japan. 2012MY Demio also known as Mazda2 is the basic step to introduce brand new 13 SKYACTIV model which is using a suite of fuel-saving technologies. This Demio uses 1.3 liter direct-injection gasoline engine.
The revised Demio engine had been designed with a high record of compression ratio on 14.0:1; the four cylinder powerplants provides 84 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 112 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. Based on Japanese standard, it has been mounted to a standard continuously variable transmission system along with the fuel economy rated at 30 km per liter or almost equal to 3.33 lt/100 km.
Meanwhile, there is an improvement of i-stop system on this Demio 13-SKYACTIV together with some unique components such as a rear spoiler for controlling airflow above and below the body, engine under cover. There are some options components provide for buyers such as blue metallic engine cover, an exclusive rear badge, and blue headlight rings.
To catch more customer attentions, Mazda created a system called i-DM. The function of this system is to monitor the movement of brake pedals, accelerator, and steering wheel. It another function is also similar to vehicle speed that to inform the driver about his/her driving skills through a gauge and colored lights on dashboard.
For all 2012 Demios model, they would get improvement feature body rigidity and bush characteristic for rear trailing arm mounts, re-designed dampers, re-designed seats, and a new five-point grille.
For your information, Mazda is already beginning to take pre-orders for facelifted Demio with delivery schedule starting on June, 30 2011. This car is getting sold with open prices in Japan starting from 1,149,000 yen to 1,621,750 yen or equal to US$14,400 to $20,300.
