The 1980s saw Mazda transition from a niche Japanese player to a part of the global Ford empire. Having said that, the 80s saw the most mainstream success for Mazda.
The early-80s 323 (GLC in North America) and 626 were massive hits, with the 323 taking the number one spot in Japanese car sales. Mazda finished the decade with the revolutionary Eunos Roadster (Mazda MX-5 or Miata outside Japan) sports car (for the 1989 model year). This model revitalized the world sports car market, which was filled at the time with expensive, heavy GT cars.
Despite complaints of plaigiarising the Lotus Elan, the Mazda Miata has been very successful till this day.
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 1993 Mazda RX-7 |
 2001 Mazda MPV |
 1993 Mazda 626 Cronos |
 2006 Mazda Speed6 |
 2006 Mazda Senku Concept |
 2001 Mazda Miata |
 Mazda RX-9 |
 2001 Mazda Protege MP3 |
 Mazda MX Crossport Concept |
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MAZDA CARS
"Compared with other minivans, Mazda's 2001 MPV handles better on the road, and maneuvers better in tight confines. It offers a unique alternative for buyers who like the versatility of a minivan but who do not need the ultimate passenger or cargo capacity of the larger minivans."
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 2005 Mazda Sasszu Concept |
 2001 Mazda MX-5 |
 2005 Mazda RX-8 |
 2007 Mazda CX-7 |
 2006 Mazda RX-8 |
 2006 Mazda RX-8 |
Mazda’s technology development plan aims to harmonise driving pleasure with environmental and safety features.
Recognising the challenges of CO2 mitigation will require a concerted and coordinated effort between governments, the auto industry, the energy industry, suppliers and consumers. Mazda Motor Corporation has announced its long-term vision for technology development, “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom”, as part of its brand value improvement initiatives. The plan also articulates Mazda’s role in the automotive industry’s response to global climate and transportation issues, outlining Mazda’s efforts toward realising a sustainable environment for the future.
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 2006 Mazda Kabura Concept |
 2008 Mazda 5 Hydrogen |
 2004 Mazda RX-8 |

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