Mazda MX-30: Next-Gen Rotary Engine Unveiled — And 4 More Facts

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FACT #1

Debut of the Next-Gen Rotary: Mazda MX-30

In 2022, Mazda unveiled the MX-30, integrating a new generation of rotary engine technology into an electric vehicle design, characterizing a bold step towards sustainability while maintaining its rotary heritage. This compact SUV, equipped with an innovative RE range extender, …

Mazda MX-30 · 2022

FACT #2

RX-8 Unleashes a New Era of Performance

In 2003, Mazda introduced the RX-8, a modern reinterpretation of the rotary sports car, which emphasized performance, practicality, and design innovation. The RX-8 featured a unique four-door configuration with 'freestyle' rear doors that allowed for easy access to the rear seat…

Mazda RX-8 · 2003

FACT #3

RX-7 Takes Victory: Racing into the Spotlight

In 1991, the Mazda RX-7 achieved a monumental victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, becoming the first-ever car with a rotary engine to win the prestigious endurance race. The vehicle, designated the 787B, was powered by a 4-rotor Wankel engine that produced an astonishing 700 hor…

Mazda 787B · 1991

FACT #4

First Rotary Engine Revolution: Mazda Cosmos

In 1967, the Mazda Cosmo Sport became the world’s first production vehicle to feature a rotary engine, revolutionizing automotive engineering. Designed by Kenichi Yamamoto, this sleek coupe showcased the innovative Wankel engine, which produced 110 horsepower from a mere 982 cc,…

Mazda Cosmo Sport · 1967

FACT #5

Mazda RX-7 Debuts: A New Era of Sports Cars

The Mazda RX-7 made its debut in 1978, marking a watershed moment in the sports car realm with its lightweight rotary engine. Weighing in at just 1,060 kg and powered by a 1.1-liter Wankel engine producing 100 horsepower, the RX-7 combined agile handling with remarkable power-to…

Mazda RX-7 · 1978

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