MAZDA UNVEILS MX-30 PLUG-IN HYBRID WITH ROTARY ENGINE

MX-30 R-EV Is To Be Expected In 2023.

Mazda has recently dropped the curtain on the MX-30 R-EV, the plug-in hybrid version of its small SUV, the MX-30. This new model is set to be a game changer and will be available in Europe later this year, with plans to bring it to North America for the 2023 model-year.

One of the most exciting features of the MX-30 R-EV is its rotary engine, a technology that hasn’t been seen in a new Mazda in over a decade. This rotary engine serves as a range extender, recharging the battery and allowing for a range of 85 km on the European WLTP cycle. This means that the MX-30 R-EV offers the best of both worlds, being environmentally friendly while also providing a powerful driving experience. The model also features a 50-liter tank to feed the rotary engine, so you can enjoy a longer drive without the need to stop for fuel frequently.

The MX-30 R-EV also offers more power than the regular MX-30, thanks to its powertrain components. The battery capacity has been cut in half to 17.8 kWh, which helps to make room for the rotary engine. The electric motor is also more powerful than the regular MX-30’s, with 168 horsepower versus 143. This means that the MX-30 R-EV offers a more powerful driving experience while also being environmentally friendly.

Drivers of the MX-30 R-EV will also be able to select from different driving modes to suit their needs. The normal setting works in electric configuration, but when acceleration demand is high enough, it runs the gasoline engine to maintain the charge. It does the same when the battery is depleted for acceleration needs.

There’s also a Charge mode that allows the driver to set a battery charge level that the car should aim for. It will maintain that state of charge when it is reached after the battery is drained, or it will recharge the battery as it can reach that level with the gas engine.

Recharging the MX-30 R-EV is also a breeze, it can be done with direct current, at a rate of 36 kW, and Mazda estimates that the charge can go from 20 to 80 percent in 25 minutes. This means that you can quickly get back on the road after recharging your vehicle. Additionally, the car has an auxiliary power port of 1,500 watts for powering appliances.

The MX-30 R-EV is a game changer in the hybrid market, its range-extending rotary engine, powerful electric motor, and convenient driving modes make it a great choice for drivers who want to enjoy a more sustainable and enjoyable driving experience. The model will be available in Europe later this year, and is expected to arrive in North America for the 2023 model-year. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new model from Mazda!

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