Mazda, however, had dropped its upscale Millenia sedan because it didn't have enough engineering resources to develop a profitable product.
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| Will Mazda start a new micro-sized crossover trend in North America? The MX-Micro Sport could be a vision of things to come. (Photo: Mazda Canada) |
"You have to focus on where Mazda should be and how you can execute it," Odell said. "You can never say never in this business, that there won't be another opportunity for us to move up a segment, but that's where execution becomes important."
So, will Mazda start a new micro-sized crossover trend in North America? Something similar to the MX-Micro Sport appears likely.
Specifications:
- Body Type: 5-door crossover hatchback
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 148 hp, 135 lb-ft torque, 2.0-L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
- Transmission: 6-spd manual
- Suspension: MacPherson strut/torsion beam front/rear
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc
- Curb Weight: N/A
- Seating Capacity: 4
- Wheelbase: 2490 mm (98.0 inches)
- Length: 3980 mm (156.7 inches)
- Width:1755 mm (69.9 inches)
- Height: 1550 mm (61.0 inches)
- Web Site: www.mazda.ca
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