The rear liftgate is also unique. Incorporating characteristics unlike any tailgate previously produced its lower half drops down preparatory to a hatchback-style rear door, also cut deeply into the roof, which opens a gaping orifice to an incredibly flexible loading area. The rear seats also fold up and out of the way when not in use, allowing up to a 3,000 mm (118.1 in) length. Continuing on the subject of interior usability Callum stated, "A six seater that sends such a strong visual message is really unprecedented. If the RX-8 represents excitement for four people, our six-seat concept presents excitement for six people."
Excitement in what most people will see as a minivan? OK, I'll give him that much. It's an intriguing styling statement, with a slightly more distinct face than Mazda's current crop of production cars. The thin horizontal grille opening breaks away from the company's 5-sided trapezoid while the eye-like wraparound headlamp clusters integrate beautifully into the design. Its lower front fascia, while a little heavy looking overall appears to be aerodynamically inspired. Its front fender flares are extremely pronounced giving the vehicle a solid, hunkered down stance while those in the rear, especially when seen from the front quarter view, give the Washu a Renault Mégane II appearance - that's good or bad depending on personal taste but it should be said the Renault in question swept European awards this year.