Mazda Motor Corporation today unveiled the MAZDA ICONIC SP, a new concept car for the first time at Japan Mobility Show 2023.(1)
MAZDA ICONIC SP is a new type of compact sports car concept, designed to adopt to the new era and respond to the emotions of customers who “love cars” and “desire a car that simply embodies the joy of driving”. This powertrain features Mazda’s unique two-rotor rotary EV system, which remains compact and thus offers a high degree of layout flexibility, enabling the concept model to have a low center of gravity to enhance driving performance. Batteries are charged by recyclable energy source and the two-rotor rotary engine, used for power generation, is powered by carbon-neutral fuel. The vibrant red color of Viola Red, is a concept color created by overlaying Mazda’s corporate philosophy of “enrich life-in-motion for those we serve” based on Mazda’s desire to “cherish the color red.”
Masahiro Moro, Mazda’s Representative Director, President and CEO made the following comment: “Mazda will always deliver vehicles that remind people that cars are pure joy and an indispensable part of their lives. As a car-loving company that mass-produces the inspiring mobility experience, we are committed to shaping the future with our partners sharing the same goal, as well as our fans, where everyone can proudly say, ‘we love cars.’ With such a strong will, Mazda is committed to enrich life-in-motion for those we serve.”
Mazda will continue to pursue the ‘Joy of Driving’ under its core value, “Human Centric”, and aim to deliver ‘Joy of Living’ by creating moving experiences in customers’ daily lives.
Summary of the MAZDA ICONIC SP
In creating the “framework” that forms the basis of the modeling, we aimed to achieve proportions with a low center of gravity that would give the impression of excellent driving performance. The concept of mounting the lightweight and compact rotary engine in the center of the car has resulted in a low hood.
The two-rotor rotary EV system, which utilizes a highly scalable rotary engine that can burn various fuels such as hydrogen, generates electricity with carbon-neutral fuel. In addition, when the battery is charged with electricity derived from renewable energy, it is possible to drive in a virtually carbon-neutral state.
The high output generated by the two-rotor rotary EV system, the proportions of the lower center of gravity, and the weight distribution of around 50:50 achieve excellent driving performance. In addition, although it is a sports car, it can supply power when enjoying outdoor leisure and in the time of a disaster.
The exterior body color “VIOLA RED” was created based on Mazda’s desire to “cherish the color red” and in conjunction with Mazda’s corporate philosophy of ” enriching life-in-motion for those we serve.” We focused on making a vivid color, while creating a sense of shade that accentuates the shape of the car.
(1) The Japan Mobility Show 2023 is organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association. Press days will be held on Wednesday, October 25 (8:00-18:00) and Thursday, October 26 (8:00-13:00). The event will be open to the public from Saturday, October 28 through to Sunday, November 5.
Mazda’s JAPAN MOBILITY SHOW 2023 website: www.mazda.co.jp/experience/event/japanmobilityshow2023/en/
Mazda Motor Corporation today released on the company’s official website the Mazda Integrated Report 2023(1), a structured presentation from both financial and non-financial perspectives of Mazda Group’s value creation over the medium- and long-term.
The Integrated Report is a comprehensive compilation of Mazda’s medium- and long-term management policies, solutions to social challenges based on ESG(2) perspectives, and approaches underlying these initiatives. The 2023 edition provides a summary of Mazda’s purpose in society, centering around the company’s 2030 VISION setting out the ideal of what Mazda should be as a company. Furthermore, the Integrated Report communicates to our stakeholders the value creation story for realizing our corporate philosophy, which clearly sets forth the principles indicating the direction that we want to pursue, as well as our initiatives for Management Policy up to 2030.
Mazda will continue to pursue the ‘Joy of Driving’ under its core value, “Human Centric”, and aim to deliver ‘Joy of Living’ by creating moving experiences in customers’ daily lives.
Mazda Integrated Report 2023 Contents
CHAPTER 1 ABOUT MAZDA:
Top Message, History of Mazda’s Growth, etc.
CHAPTER 2 VALUE CREATION STORY:
Value Creation Process, 2030 Management Policies, etc.
CHAPTER 3 VALUE CREATION INITIATIVES:
Initiatives for Achieving Sustainability, Carbon Neutrality, Human Development, and a Safe and Secure Automotive Society, etc.
Today, the Mazda Sustainability Report 2023(3) was also released, presenting a detailed picture of the company’s sustainability initiatives.
Mazda Sustainability Report 2023 Contents
CHAPTER 1 SUSTAINABILITY:
Approach to sustainability, etc.
CHAPTER 2 EARTH:
Carbon neutrality, climate change and resource circulation initiatives, etc.
CHAPTER 3 PEOPLE:
Commitment to customers, initiatives with employees, respect for human rights, etc.
CHAPTER 4 SOCIETY:
Safety initiatives, social contribution activities, etc.
CHAPTER 5 EARTH, PEOPLE, AND SOCIETY:
Commitment to quality, inter-company and industry-academia-government collaboration initiatives, etc.
CHAPTER 6 MANAGEMENT:
Corporate governance, risk management, compliance, etc.
(1),(3): The English versions of the Mazda Integrated Report 2023 and Mazda Sustainability Report 2023 will be available in December 2023. (2): ESG: Management and business activities that take into account Environment, Social, and Governance perspectives.
Mazda Motor Corporation’s production and sales results for July 2023 are summarized below.
I. Production
1. Domestic Production
Mazda’s domestic production volume in July 2023 increased 3.2% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
[Domestic production of key models in July 2023]CX-5: 29,971 units (up 0.5% year on year) CX-30: 11,607 units (up 64.4%) MAZDA3: 9,155 units (up 25.1%)
2. Overseas Production
Mazda’s overseas production volume in July 2023 increased 1.2% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
[Overseas production of key models in July 2023]CX-30: 11,664 units (up 11.6% year on year) MAZDA3: 6,622 units (down 17.6%) CX-50: 4,041 units (up 46.5%)
II. Domestic Sales
Mazda’s domestic sales volume in July 2023 increased 2.2% year on year due to increased sales of passenger and commercial vehicles.
Mazda’s registered vehicle market share was 4.6% (down 1.2 points year on year), with a 2.6% share of the micro-mini segment (up 1.0 points) and a 4.0% total market share (down 0.2 points).
[Domestic sales of key models in July 2023]CX-5: 2,155 units (down 4.8% year on year) MAZDA2: 1,816 units (down 35.2%) CX-60: 1,624 units
III. Exports
Mazda’s export volume in July 2023 decreased 12.4% year on year due to decreased shipments to Oceania, Europe, and other regions.
[Exports of key models in July 2023]CX-5: 25,646 units (down 7.4% year on year) MAZDA3: 8,415 units (up 34.3%) CX-30: 6,998 units (up 24.3%)
IV. Global Sales
Mazda’s global sales volume in July 2023 increased 18.6% year on year due to increased sales in the United States, Europe, and other regions.
[Global sales of key models in July 2023]CX-5: 28,761 units (up 9.6% year on year) CX-30: 16,543 units (up 2.6%) MAZDA3: 15,921 units (up 24.9%)
For more information, visit https://newsroom.mazda.com/en/publicity/release/2023/202308/230830a.html.
Mazda Motor Corporation’s production and sales results for June 2023 and for January through June 2023 are summarized below.
I. Production
1. Domestic Production
(1) June 2023 Mazda’s total domestic production volume in June 2023 decreased 6.5% year on year due to decreased production of passenger vehicles.
[Domestic production of key models in June 2023]CX-5: 30,693 units (down 14.7% year on year) MAZDA3: 9,882 units (up 50.0%) CX-60: 7,503 units (up 214.1%)
(2) January through June 2023 Mazda’s domestic production volume in the period from January through June 2023 increased 25.2% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
[Domestic production of key models in the period from January through June 2023]CX-5: 173,930 units (up 7.4% year on year) MAZDA3: 54,958 units (up 44.5%) CX-30: 39,376 units (up 25.1%)
2. Overseas Production
(1) June 2023 Mazda’s overseas production volume in June 2023 decreased 1.6% year on year due to decreased production of passenger vehicles.
[Overseas production of key models in June 2023]CX-30: 10,850 units (down 12.5% year on year) CX-50: 8,219 units (up 126.1%) MAZDA3: 4,075 units (down 48.1%)
(2) January through June 2023 Mazda’s overseas production volume in the period from January through June 2023 increased 21.1% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
[Overseas production of key models in the period from January through June 2023]CX-30: 70,889 units (up 17.9% year on year) CX-50: 32,563 units (up 233.6%) MAZDA3: 32,222 units (down 30.3%)
II. Domestic Sales
(1) June 2023 Mazda’s domestic sales volume in June 2023 increased 38.2% year on year due to increased sales of passenger and commercial vehicles.
Mazda’s registered vehicle market share was 5.1% (up 0.4 points year on year), with a 2.1% share of the micro-mini segment (up 0.3 points) and a 4.1% total market share (up 0.6 points).
[Domestic sales of key models in June 2023]CX-60: 2,786 units MAZDA3: 1,884 units (up 121.9% year on year) CX-5: 1,803 units (down 6.9%)
(2) January through June 2023 Mazda’s domestic sales volume in the period from January through June 2023 increased 26.1% year on year due to increased sales of passenger and commercial vehicles.
Mazda’s registered vehicle market share was 5.2% (up 0.2 points year on year), with a 2.0% share of the micro-mini segment (up 0.1 points) and a 4.1% total market share (up 0.3 points).
[Domestic sales of key models in the period from January through June 2023]CX-60: 17,479 units CX-5: 13,495 units (down 12.8% year on year) MAZDA2: 11,268 units (down 4.3%)
III. Exports
(1) June 2023 Mazda’s export volume in June 2023 increased 15.5% year on year due to increased shipments to Europe, Oceania, and other regions.
[Exports of key models in June 2023]CX-5: 31,864 units (up 0.3% year on year) MAZDA3: 7,647 units (up 55.9%) CX-60: 5,965 units (up 978.7%)
(2) January through June 2023 Mazda’s export volume in the period from January through June 2023 increased 31.8% year on year due to increased shipments to Europe, North America, and other regions.
[Exports of key models in the period from January through June 2023]CX-5: 161,576 units (up 13.0% year on year) MAZDA3: 45,336 units (up 50.2%) CX-30: 29,083 units (up 32.2%)
IV. Global Sales
(1) June 2023 Mazda’s global sales volume in June 2023 increased 46.4% year on year due to increased sales in the US, Europe, Japan, and other regions.
[Global sales of key models in June 2023]CX-5: 30,831 units (up 61.0% year on year) CX-30: 16,771 units (up 16.2%) MAZDA3: 13,834 units (up 21.2%)
(2) January through June 2023 Mazda’s global sales volume in the period from January through June 2023 increased 12.5% year on year due to increased sales in the US, Europe, Japan, and other regions.
[Global sales of key models in the period from January through June 2023]CX-5: 177,541 units (down 2.3% year on year) CX-30: 98,357 units (up 10.0%) MAZDA3: 78,002 units (down 17.3%)
* Overseas production figures indicate Mazda-brand units coming off the production line (excluding CKD units). * Global production figures are the sum total of domestic and overseas production volumes. * All the information in this press release is as of the release date. No updates after that date are reflected.
Mazda Motor Corporation’s production and sales results for May 2023 are summarized below.
I. Production
1. Domestic Production Mazda’s domestic production volume in May 2023 increased 47.3% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
[Domestic production of key models in May 2023]CX-5: 22,409 units (up 32.8% year on year) MAZDA3: 6,683 units (up 171.3%) CX-30: 5,463 units (up 11.6%)
2. Overseas Production Mazda’s overseas production volume in May 2023 increased 29.1% year on year due to increased production of passenger vehicles.
[Overseas production of key models in May 2023]CX-30: 10,799 units (up 40.3% year on year) CX-50: 7,437 units (up 342.4%) MAZDA2: 4,382 units (up 18.5%)
II. Domestic Sales
Mazda’s domestic sales volume in May 2023 increased 108.7% year on year due to increased sales of passenger and commercial vehicles.
Mazda’s registered vehicle market share was 4.3% (up 2.2 points year on year), with a 2.3% share of the micro-mini segment (unchanged) and a 3.6% total market share (up 1.4 points).
[Domestic sales of key models in May 2023]CX-5: 1,924 units (up 136.7% year on year) MAZDA2: 1,433 units (up 69.0%) CX-30: 1,358 units (up 392.0%)
III. Exports
Mazda’s export volume in May 2023 increased 74.3% year on year due to increased shipments to Europe, North America, and other regions.
[Exports of key models in May 2023]CX-5: 18,535 units (up 64.4% year on year) MAZDA3: 5,763 units (up 209.7%) CX-30: 3,102 units (up 32.0%)
IV. Global Sales
Mazda’s global sales volume in May 2023 increased 50.4% year on year due to increased sales in the US, Japan, Europe, and other regions.
[Global sales of key models in May 2023]CX-5: 30,321 units (up 41.7% year on year) CX-30: 17,038 units (up 37.6%) MAZDA3: 12,824 units (up 12.9%)
* Overseas production figures indicate Mazda-brand units coming off the production line (excluding CKD units). * Global production figures are the sum total of domestic and overseas production volumes. * All information in this press release is as of the release date. No updates after that date are reflected.
For more information, visit https://newsroom.mazda.com/en/publicity/release/2023/202306/230629b.html.
