New Mazda RX Vision concept

[speedy07]

Idk guy's you think this will compete with the 86 even though they say it's going to be priced a lot higher than a 370Z?! I also don't know if this existed yet I searched but couldn't find anything.

http://rotarypowercrew.com/2012/12/2...con-mazda-rx7/

Updated with Press Release

https://newsroom.mazda.com/en/public...0/151028a.html

Mazda Reveals Mazda RX-VISION Concept

- Powered by next-generation rotary engine SKYACTIV-R, represents Mazda's vision of the future -
HIROSHIMA, Japan—Mazda Motor Corporation unveiled the rotary-powered Mazda RX-VISION sports car concept at the Tokyo Motor Show*1 today. The rotary engine is a symbol of the company's "never-stop-challenging" spirit.

RX-VISION represents a vision of the future that Mazda hopes to one day make into reality; a front-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car with exquisite, KODO design-based proportions only Mazda could envision, and powered by the next-generation SKYACTIV-R rotary engine.

Rotary engines feature a unique construction, generating power through the rotational motion of a triangular rotor. Overcoming numerous technical difficulties, Mazda succeeded in commercializing the rotary engine, fitting it in the Cosmo Sport (known as Mazda 110S overseas) in 1967. As the only automaker to mass-produce the rotary engine, Mazda continued efforts to improve power output, fuel economy and durability, and in 1991 took overall victory at 24 Hours of Le Mans with a rotary engine-powered race car. Over the years, the rotary engine has come to symbolize Mazda's creativity and tireless endeavor in the face of difficult challenges.

While mass production is currently on hold, Mazda has never stopped research and development efforts towards the rotary engine. The next rotary engine has been named SKYACTIV-R, expressing the company's determination to take on challenges with convention-defying aspirations and the latest technology, just as it did when developing SKAYCTIV TECHNOLOGY.

"I look forward to talking with you more about this vision we have revealed here today at the Mazda stand," said Mazda's Representative Director, President and CEO, Masamichi Kogai. "Mazda will continue to take on new challenges in an effort to build a special bond with our customers and become their 'one and only' brand."

[DarkSunrise]

Est. 300 hp, 2750 lbs, RWD, 2+2 configuration. Seems like Mazda is targeting the space directly above the BRZ. If Subaru doesn't release an STI version of the BRZ, Mazda will dominate that marketspace (lightweight, RWD, $35k and under).

This is good news if true. It will light a fire under Subaru's rear. Possibly Toyota's as well.

[Asphalt~86]

I remember the rumor date being 2013, car speculation is the worst speculation.

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/ma...new-turbo-rx-7

[Asphalt~86]

Also this:

http://jalopnik.com/5435351/report-m...s-the-new-rx+8

[Carlitoz3]

Oh gawwd!

[utekineir]

December 22, 2012 by Rotary Power Crew

seems legit and current

[zygrene]

I supposed we should take this with several tablespoons of salt, but I hope just about everything mentioned in the article will be true, minus the 370z+ MSRP. Curb weight of the GT86 with a 300hp N/A 1.6L Wankel sounds like sports car heaven.

[dem00n]

I was curious on the orginal price on the last gen RX-7, found a source that said it was $32,550. I'm assuming thats base.


This was 1994, i think the new RX-7 will be more in the mid 40K range.

[thill]

I have been following this rumor for awhile. I think Mazda will bring back the RX series, but I they will have to get a more fuel efficient rotary, and it will need to be less troublesome to maintain. I would also love to see them focus on keeping all the frills and the price down to make it more competitive. There will be a limited market for the $35-45K range for this car I suspect. The beauty of the original RX-7 was it's simplicity and low cost. The same philosophy Toyota used with the FT86 platform. Give me a sub $30K RX-7 with a reliable engine that can get 22mpg in the city and 30 highway please

[Symmetrical]

2017??? Ok I'm not going to get into waiting because I'm already sick of waiting for what the new NSX is going to be like lol.

[zigzagz94]

2017 huh? Given Subaru's history of remodeling cars roughly every 4 years or so that would be just in time for the second generation of the 86. More choices are always good and competition improves the breed.

[Fett4Real]

The 86 will be just about paid for by then....would be nice to step up to 300 hp, and have a nice new warranty...lets see what subaru does though....250+ hp stock might not be so terrible if the STI does indeed come with more power....

[TylerLieberman]

Approx. $35,000....

If it's turbo and doesn't look like ass, then I'm in.

If not, don't care.

[f0rge]

There's no way Mazda can afford to build this car, they're barely hanging on these days after the split from Ford. They need another larger company (Fiat?) to share the chassis with and I'm not sure anyone else is looking to break into this market.

The only reason we're getting a new Miata is because of Alfa.

Might also be a tough sell put up against the new mustangs and camaros which will have significantly more power.