All Roads Lead To Mazda MPV!

It seems that there are many fine things in this world. Today, we absolutely adore the Mazda MPV, which has made its way into many people's lives. In 1989 Mazda presented its US customers with a new breed of minivan. In a market dominated by Chrysler the Mazda MPV nudged its way in by introducing the first ever rough-weather, rough road compatible multi purpose vehicle.

It scored well on aesthetic standards; it offered a more compact design with traditionally hinged doors. Powered by a four-cylinder or optional V6 engine with standard rear wheel drive.

Unfortunately the innovative spirit that propelled it to fame lacked stamina after a couple of years, it was outclassed in terms of versatility, maneuverability and technology by aggressive competition.

First in class multi configurable seating designs and roll down windows in sliding doors were bold innovations reminiscent of its early spirit. Flexibility, maneuverability matched with design defined this drive. The versatility of its seating system was a signature feature.

The second row seats came with a moving mechanism, enabling it to transform into bench style seating. In addition the third line of rear seats could be turned down into the floor and even turned around toward the tail end of the minivan for those occasions when the back door was open. While luggage space is limited, the vehicle proves to be a good choice for large families juggling busy schedules.

The versatility of its seating was a signature feature. The second row seats armed with a sliding feature meant that they could lock in together for convenient bench seating. The third row seats could fold down into the floor, it could also be flipped around to face the back of the vehicle when the rear door was open.

While the improvements were many and significant with features like keyless entry, convenient slide open doors, CD entertainment systems, cruise control, individually heated mirrors and passenger seat air conditioning this new installment of the MPV continued to disappoint the key performance area of engine power. In the years that followed numerous steps were taken to improve the power of the vehicle however this remained an area in which competition was stronger. The power upgrades in 2002 included a 3. 0liter 200HP V6 and automatic five-speed transmission, 17inch alloys, upgraded break systems, improved suspension tuning and power side-slide door mechanisms. Then again in 2003 a family entertainment theater system by way of a DVD player was introduced as an optional feature. The Mazda MPV had found its niche; versatile space management, entertainment and space efficient design features keeps it relevant to the family market.