Trio of Mazdaspeeds may bolster Mazda's expanding lineup - Digital Trends
Motor Trend reports that Mazda is considering a Mazdaspeed version of the just-announced Mazda2 (also known as the Demio) as well as a new Mazdaspeed3 and Mazdaspeed6. Next-generation Mazdaspeed3s and Mazdaspeed6s are reportedly in the works as well, with the smaller car housing a 2. 5-liter Skyactiv turbo unit with more than 300 hp. The model is also expected to equip a new, lightweight all-wheel drive system. Little is known about the new Mazdaspeed6 at this time, but the previous iteration from 2005-2007 featured a 2. 3-liter turbo with 268 hp. The current Mazda6 uses a 184-hp, 2. 5-liter four-cylinder engine. Related: Mazda reveals 2. 0-liter four-cylinder engine for the 2016 MX-5 Miata. Speaking of the Mazda6, a coupe version of the car is expected to show up in dealerships in the second half of 2016. Expect to see an evolutionary ‘Kodo’ design showcased, with major styling cues taken from the Shinari Concept of 2010. A little... Source: www.digitaltrends.com
