FIRST LOOK: Rotary-Engine Mazda Previews Next RX-7
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День томуIt’s called the Mazda Iconic SP, a compact, classically proportioned sportscar built to simply embody “the joy of driving”.
The fundamentals are fairly straightforward. There’s a rotary engine featuring twin rotors, though here - as in the MX-30 R-EV - it’s used merely to charge the battery which in turn powers the electric motors.
As ever with most things with batteries and motors, it’ll be pretty powerful, but slightly heavier than you expect; Power is quoted at 365bhp, weight at 1,450kg. So it’ll be fast but not silly.
So, is the Iconic SP more son-of-RX-7? Top Gear Magazine's Tom Ford takes a closer look.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:38 Specs
02:41 Design
03:20 Interior
04:11 Interview With Masashi Nakayama
06:15 Conclusion
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@TopGear 2 місяці тому
Favourite Mazda of all time?
@ramonainson7065 2 місяці тому
This looks absolutely amazing 🤩 great job Mazda
@kyshro 2 місяці тому
FD3S RX-7
@JWC-rk2ig 2 місяці тому
Cosmo 110s (Sport)
@sneedlewoods829 2 місяці тому
Furai
@anejz1637 2 місяці тому
787B
@rush2489 2 місяці тому
If they ever build a rotary sports car again, I'll find a way to afford it.
@artisan002 2 місяці тому
Same. And I desperately hope this is the one. 'Cause this is just delightful in so many ways.
@biggiebagel 2 місяці тому
Is it really a rotary if it is just a generator?
@artisan002 2 місяці тому
@@biggiebagel Still a rotary engine. Just spending most of it's time as a generator. But, yes. The action of the motor is the same. So, it is still a rotary. Just like a diesel motor outside of a hospital is still a diesel motor, even though it's serving as the cranking force for a backup generator.
@phillipt9820 2 місяці тому
@@artisan002if its not driving the wheels directly whats the point
@SMITESHSURESH 2 місяці тому
That's the spirit!
@Parker-time 2 місяці тому
CONCEPT CAR ALERT people, go back to your regular day. Nothing to see here.
@Colby_0-3_IRL_and_title_fights 2 місяці тому
This was the top comment so I had to thank you before closing the video and wasting my time
@julians7268 2 місяці тому
WHYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!
@michael-masi-2021 2 місяці тому
Bless you.
@nova3530onyt 2 місяці тому
Ty for saving the rest of us time and heartbreak
@andrewcholiman 2 місяці тому
Thanks definitely appreciate it
@lewistaylor8262 2 місяці тому
I love that dude's vibe. Simplicity but still with passion. "Would a kid think it's cool" I think is a question every sports car manufacturer should be asking themselves
@Fyre0 2 місяці тому
Literally this. There's a lot of cookie-cutter-sports car designs out there today and very very few are actually "cool car" designs. I've seen countless kids (and adults) turn heads for an Mx5 RF just sitting in a parking lot. There's something about that design language that elicits an untainted response.
@cadentannery4626 2 місяці тому
@ My favorite line from the interview "its beyond logic." Sports cars never were, are, or will be logical. They are big metal boxes full of emotion and pleasure. And Mazda understands this completely.
@JessInThe999 2 місяці тому
I hope the dealers dont kill it w their prices
@BridgeGuitar 2 місяці тому
I think that listening to their designer and his passion for designing cars that are more than logical, cars that create emotion, is probably the best thing I’ve heard from someone in the car industry for a really long time. 🎉
@loeihardepuch5543 28 днів тому
Yeah but as a mechanic i hope he thinks of us too because i think it will either be hell or heaven under the hood
@barryvyner1161 2 місяці тому
I was talking to someone the other day about what makes a good car. He said something that resonated with me: "you know you've bought the right car when, after you park it and walk away you stop and look back at it with a smile". I've done that with my new MX5 and this car would most certainly cause me to do that.
@elinzme 2 місяці тому
I keep doing that with my Rx8 😊
@DJWhitelow 2 місяці тому
Yep, 15 years later and my rx8 still does this to me
@derdes4475 2 місяці тому
Amen brother. Same feeling for my Eos. Ever since buying it, my smiles per minute have permanently gone up.
@digitalcamaro9708 2 місяці тому
Bro I do that with my Charger R/T lol. Love that boat.
@Radium3D 2 місяці тому
Yes, this is how it is with my Tesla Model Y, and my 3 before it. I just can't help but look back and check it out. I love the designs
@YT_AML 2 місяці тому
Those pop up lights are beautiful
@patusoro4781 2 місяці тому
I agree, and sadly I think they'll be the 1st thing to be cut when this cars goes to production. They'll be replaced with a non-moving, integrated led strip.... nice, but these little party ticks matter to us who @6:45 want more than a "transport solution". Dear Mazda - bring back some of the insanity, quarky, unreliability we car nuts crave... we complain, but we secretly love it.
@tonyzed6831 2 місяці тому
They look mean and cute at the same time.
@francisj4058 2 місяці тому
mean and cute? so it's basically half RX7 and half Miata LOL @@tonyzed6831
@galeng73 2 місяці тому
@@patusoro4781 For the US market, all marking lights (including headlamps) must be mounted on a non-moving surface. So, yeah, we won't get those - at least not in the US.
@scottreyes17 2 місяці тому
And yet illegal, thanks to Commifornia, right?
@whitlermountain7198 2 місяці тому
''why do the headlights open?'' 'why not? it looks cool right?' I'm buying this car first day if it comes out. Guy speaks to my freaking heart.
@Callum027 2 місяці тому
Thank you for not putting on a horrible voice-over, or baking in subtitles, for the interview with Nakayama-san. Some of us understand Japanese and appreciate the light editing touch. Subtitles for who cannot understand, optional no subtitles for people who do. Simple, works best. Really appreciate it.
@kuri911 2 місяці тому
It's a work of art. No over the top hypercar design. No over stylized motorsports themed bits. Just pure, sleek and simple. I first laid eyes on it at the Tokyo Mobility Show (auto show) last October and was stunned. Easily the car I spent the most time staring at during that show. Interesting to note how Nakayama-san mentioned how it looks from above as not only did Mazda have the car on a rotating platform to view it at ground level, they also had a large raised platform off to the side so we can also view it from above. My goodness that car is stunning.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
The design of the 2024 RX-7 looks like Assoluto Bisonte.
@Kacpa2 2 місяці тому
It shoild have proper popups. Something the size of those 2 lens xenon/hid low profile pop up kots for nsx, c5 vette or fd, not this tinyass led strip
@nullfield6514 2 місяці тому
and no true rotary to wheel power, this car is an electric piece of shit
@SuperIronGiant531 2 місяці тому
@@nullfield6514womp womp
@barath4545 2 місяці тому
It looks like an Aston from the front and a Ferrari rear with overlapping taillights. But from the side it looks a bit squished together but in an efficient way.
@urbanbunny5532 2 місяці тому
Stunning design. Please build this ASAP Mazda!
@TopGear 2 місяці тому
🤞🤞
@JamaicanMeCrazy 2 місяці тому
You know what? I guess if there's an OEM that builds cars close to the concepts it's Mazda otherwise it's just futile to even hope
@StereoHound 2 місяці тому
@@JamaicanMeCrazyLC500 😊
@craftyukraine 2 місяці тому
Do you really want that Mazda Prius?🥱
@JamaicanMeCrazy 2 місяці тому
@@StereoHound touche
@carlosechavarri-erasun3035 2 місяці тому
MX-5 NC owner here. I do not thing this is a RX-7 or mx-5 Kind of car, i do believe this is Mazda designers becoming artists. Just like Italian car designers were artists back in the 60s and 70s. It looks more like modern interpretation of a classic Alfa Romeo/Ferrari or even Lancia silhouette than anything else to me. To achieve this you have to come back to the simple basic shapes and proportions. In a day in which every design is as complicated as possible (no wonder modern cars are becoming less and less appealing), having the courage to go back to the basics takes courage. I think they did exactly this with the MX-5 ND, making it smaller, and lighter, exactly the opposite of what the industry is doing today. I salute to the designers, I haven't seen a car so beautiful and appealing in ages. Surprisingly, it comes from Japan, but it had to be Mazda. Hats off.
@mikebike1258 2 місяці тому
Super nice! I think is is so cool that they got the guy who actually designed it. He really did a good job. I miss the old RX-7's. I hope they actually manufacture this one.
@leoanthony7281 2 місяці тому
That is one of the finest sports cars I have seen. Classic, beautiful design.
@vvoof2601 2 місяці тому
Check out the mazda RX-vision. Superior design.
@DuBstep115 2 місяці тому
@@vvoof2601 Looks like a Aston Martin made by Mazda
@DustinPlatt 2 місяці тому
I have 23 concept cars on my wish list. It's only been 42 years, but I swear I'll get one of these concept cars off the production line before I die. I think.
@dwindeyer 2 місяці тому
I take it the Lexus LF-LC concept wasn't on your list
@barath4545 2 місяці тому
Seriously, today you can have it scanned or 3D scan it yourself or find pre-made 3D scans and take it to a 5-axis shop and have them make the body/chassis for you. Then slap in a V8 or rotary or whatever crate engine and the usual 3rd party components (suspensions, Willwood brake kits, MSD box, entertainment suite if want etc) You can remake anything for around $50-60k especially if you can do some of the timeconsuing but easy labor yourself.
@adron7748 2 місяці тому
@@barath4545 Sounds good until the 3d printed car lacks any safety features... all that money and time spent building something to have an accident and become something more severe than it should. Not to mention that a 3d printed car is most likely not street-legal.
@zerohours. Місяць тому
This is probably one of the cleanest designs i've seen in decades. And the small touches of nostalgia with the lights and the smooth lines of the door and rear are impeccable
@AchimDaffin 2 місяці тому
Either way it goes, I love it .. A life time Mazda owner... starting with 626 in the early 80s, MX6 in 99s, Mazda 6 in early 2000s, while at the same time introducing my wife to 6 Wagon (Hauls mass) and daughter to a 3, then my second 6 in 2014, wife now in 3 Hatchback, and now I'm finally in Mx5 RF, wife in CX 30... Yes, we love 'Mazda, and have always put over 150,000 miles on them, the MX 6 and 2014 with both over 250,000 miles, and got good trade in, or when selling ourselves, amazing money .... Yes, I would love to own, and know i would love to drive whatever this will be. Keep up the great work Mazda...
@bismarchiavelli 2 місяці тому
That car is stunning, no question about it. The designer seems so genuine, I’d love to hear more about what drives his design. Whether the company will allow him to execute his vision is another thing altogether. Best of luck dude.
@adam145 2 місяці тому
A designer that follows his heart and not pure market and financial logic is the best one you can have. I feel like all of the mainstream brands lost that way of thinking long ago. We never get this kind of concept from VW or Ford anymore.
@crisnmaryfam7344 2 місяці тому
Rob Dahm did an interview thing with him about the Rx7, in reference to his AWD wide body Rx7 You get some insightr into his thoughts and what not ... 22mins into this link - ukposts.info/have/v-deo/o3t6qmuQm4iisn0.html Mighty Car mods also did a thing with one of its designers, when they bought their Rx7 in japan, they took it to the mazda factory. 37 mins into this link - ukposts.info/have/v-deo/rKmArItkpoukpqs.html
@bismarchiavelli 2 місяці тому
@@crisnmaryfam7344 That’s awesome, thanks for the links!
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
@@adam145maybe 3 more years in fact.
@eliasmaissour437 2 місяці тому
even if they put a 250 or 300 hp rotary in it. Everyone will love it
@TopGear 2 місяці тому
🤤 if only
@cncgeneral 2 місяці тому
If they release it someone will put a 13b in it for sure
@eliasmaissour437 2 місяці тому
@@cncgeneral that's already guaranteed 😂 we might even see a madman stick a 4 rotor in it
@F1aficionado 2 місяці тому
@@cncgeneralThat'll take an entire drivetrain strip out given the battery and electric motor sit in the rear and the rotary is in the front with no driveshaft or transmission in between. There might no even be room for them down the middle of the car.
@cncgeneral 2 місяці тому
@@F1aficionado i know, it would still happen though
@sigmamind711 2 місяці тому
The updated pop-up headlights are the perfect nod to the past!
@froydd_ 2 місяці тому
Reminds an 8C Competizione from the side, especially the door, window and roof design. Looks and sounds very promising, hope you'll ensure and continue FD3S's legacy)
@Kroberter 2 місяці тому
They tease a “new rx7” every couple years. It never bears fruit.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
More like every 6 years or so.
@jedispartancoolman 2 місяці тому
Why are people calling it a rx7 they look nothing alike, which is fine
@stephkm3655 2 місяці тому
More like: In 2002 we had the RX8 In 2006 we had the Kabura concept In 2008 we had the Furai concept In 2010 we had RX8 R3 In 2015 we had RX Vision concept In 2023 we had Iconic SP concept
@whygodrums10 2 місяці тому
This is proof that simplicity is the best way to make a beautiful sports car. This is easily better looking than any current/new Ferrari, Lambo, Corvette, hell even Aston Martin.
@mitchmitchellharris 2 місяці тому
Aston Martin DBS is a tough act to follow but the Iconic SP drips beauty. The rest are supercar ugly. Give me a leather interior, decent-looking tires and trash the ugly tail lights and my checkbook is open. I've already emailed the Mazda marketing department...just build it!
@vyasadodson9614 2 місяці тому
mazda makes some absolutely gorgeous concept cars. The graphic details cut into the tire tread are a nice subtle touch. Not sure Ive seen that before.
@laurswoodwork5942 Місяць тому
It really is!! With a big spoiler behind and that tsu tsu tsu tsu sound it can definitely win some hearts!
@MrMegatron85 2 місяці тому
This and the N vision 74 MUST come to market
@hum___h 2 місяці тому
did he really said he thought this is MX5 at first??? as a journalist??? come on now. you can obviously tell this is bigger than Miata LOL
@mxochimera 2 місяці тому
If they both make it, I'll have a very difficult decision to make... but I think the N74 edges it out by a hair.
@budja1501 2 місяці тому
I feel like i read somewhere the N vision 74 is going into production as a very limited track only hydrogen powered car
@4literv6 2 місяці тому
Why? Worldwide sales of 2dr coupe of ALL kinds and sizes are barely 500k sales in total in a good year. Vs 75-85,000,000+other segments of vehicle sales. 😀
@MrMegatron85 2 місяці тому
@@4literv6 If vinyl can come back, so can coupes
@fuji598 2 місяці тому
I'm really rooting for Mazda. I've driven various miatas (including my own NB) and have heard great things about the driving dynamics and quality of each of their models, from their smallest hatchbacks to their largest SUVs. It truly feels like they care about putting out a well made, elegant product that's enjoyable to drive, no matter the form factor. It'd be nice if they walked this back to a more traditional hybrid with a proper rotary drivetrain and electric assist, but that's mostly just wishful thinking. Hopefully we'll see these in production and on the road someday in the near future :)
@thesherbet 2 місяці тому
i went from my old mx-5 NB to the new Mazda3 and they're both brilliant. In different ways admittedly but no other company makes cars quite like mazda do. Mazda make the cars you want to be in, not the cars that tick all the boxes you need
@kantorobo7718 2 місяці тому
5:46 truly bringing back design because it's pretty and cool, not just all numbers I love it!
@halkyles9507 Місяць тому
This car is simply gorgeous! I owned three first gen Rx7s. I still have an 1982 GS in mint condition. Keep it simple and affordable and Mazda will have back-orders for years.
@christopherculler1390 2 місяці тому
Back in 88-89 n Miami I had the pleasure of driving a souped up Rx-7 and it was a blast. That thing was so fast. That rotary engine and its exhaust sounded like heaven...
@aussie2uGA 2 місяці тому
Those days in the 305 were nice, less traffic, great underutilized expressways at night, cops had too many drug problems to worry about speeders.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
RX-7 ICONIC SP sounded like Lamborghini.
@djspacebacon 2 місяці тому
that might be the prettiest thing i've seen, absolutely beautiful
@whatwethinkwebecome2891 2 місяці тому
Ahem .. . 2nd prettiest
@DaveSimkus 2 місяці тому
Not so sure about the rear end design of it.
@user-no6fe7kw5u 2 місяці тому
yeah hope they change that @@DaveSimkus
@vvoof2601 2 місяці тому
Check out the mazda RX vision. They should've gone with the RX's design.
@Lovetheducks 2 місяці тому
My very first car was the turbo RX7 and I must say it was a legal go kart. That darn car was so much fun. Even greater only a two seater so I wasn’t a chauffeur in high school
@lucasblanchard47 2 місяці тому
This concept looks STUNNING, especially with the absolutely necessary POPUP HEADLIGHTS! I sincerely hope we see an “FE RX-7” someday! (Because that comes after FD haha)
@Swiggity369 Місяць тому
Unfortunately they couldn't make it an FE, because the Rx-8 took that vin code
@yutwob 2 місяці тому
5:39 Love that line about the headlights. Why? Because its cool.
@jimgia 2 місяці тому
Finally!!!! I've owned all the previous generations of Mazda RX-7Rs and I've been waiting for the next generation for 30 years! My only concern is the very heavy 3400lb weight, when the last generation was just 2700 lbs.I would like to see an option for the old twin rotor turbo (easily moded to 450hp+,) but with Mazda's newer cleaner burning combustion chamber. I'll promise to run in on cleaner burning Efuel like Porsche is doing
@AdrianMcDaid 2 місяці тому
Electric is here. Like it or not
@vipermoon_ 2 місяці тому
You converted the weight wrong?
@drunkenhobo8020 2 місяці тому
Unfortunately e-fuel is a load of nonsense and will never be more than a marketing stunt.
@jsshuntr1257 2 місяці тому
FYI. 1450 Kg = 3,196.7 Lbs. Or did you add your weight 203.3Lbs + 3196.7 = 3400.0 Lb? Porsche Efuel is a long way from prime time, very expensive to make right now. That's why they use it only as racing fuel.
@drunkenhobo5039 2 місяці тому
Synthetic fuels just aren't going to happen.
@povoljan13 2 місяці тому
This is truly amazing! I lovemy 2023 ND MX-5 but this is on a totally different level! RX-7 and MX-5 all in one
@aliusaliusalius 2 місяці тому
Beautiful. It is hard to make something beautiful using simplicity , it could be done using the fluidity , and they did. It is very beautiful
@stevehaney344 2 місяці тому
It's a beautiful design and I love the philosophy behind it that the chief designer articulated. It's the kind of car that, if they pull it off in production, you'd enjoy driving and just sitting and looking at.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
RX-7 2024 model gonna be cost around $56.400.
@PrometheanVision 2 місяці тому
I just bought a 99 FD while living in Japan and will definitely get an Iconic if Mazda keeps the design principle.
@basslinefreshdetailing 2 місяці тому
They announce this Beautiful Coupe, and dropped the CX-90 around the same time. From then on the entire industry has been talking non-stop about MAZDA! One of the smallest companies, yet making the biggest waves!! And 2023 was one of their best years of Car/SUV Sales ever.
@CyberDunk2077 2 місяці тому
I like that they went with the “car that could power your house” rather than “car that is powered by your house” approach. Pure EV cars have their place but I think the future looks better with the way they designed this car, with it being able to run on a variety of fuels. The fact that it look like a work of art is also a big plus! It looks stunning😮
@Shotgunwilly1588 2 місяці тому
🤯 I have to admit that car is absolutely stunningly gorgeous🤯
@BlessByYou777 2 місяці тому
Out looks so smoothly chill type of car. Inside looks stressless I mean calmness. Such a beautiful car.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
Is 2024 Mazda RX-7 supported with MR drivetrain?
@xnotasweatx 2 місяці тому
@@purwantiallan5089first off not 2024
@bflippsytrance Місяць тому
This should be released in the exact way it looks now. That dual rotary engine that can be supported by a variety of fuels is brilliant. The hybrid on the opposite of side of current hybrid. Looks very nice as well!
@NoGoodVdW 2 місяці тому
Probably the first time I got excited by car seats! These look really really nice.
@homersanchez9425 2 місяці тому
Simple, smooth flowing lines. Very refreshing.
@davidbrayshaw3529 2 місяці тому
Stunning lines.
@freezingicy9457 2 місяці тому
I love it when I don't get 200 sharp lines shoved down my throat
@25jai123 2 місяці тому
Loved the segment where the designer explains his perspective. Beautiful tribute to the RX-7 from the shape to the flip up lights. Even the small details such as Monaco on the dash. I hope they build it.
@alexburgoa4759 2 місяці тому
I love how they gave this car the classic red colour. Qould love to see the soul crystal red as well. Both would look fantastic!
@ArcadeRacer Місяць тому
Mazda NEEDS to know their design has a market. This thing is gorgeous. And it might not be a classical rotary engine in the brap-brappy way we all hoped, but it's a rotary without doubt and that means its true to both its branch and unique mechanical heritage. Add to that a crisp and modern design and all it needs to be a hit like the MX-5 and the former RX-7, is an affordable price point. I'd be happy to see these on the road and track, but it shouldn't just be a car for executives or collectors. Real drivers need to drive this.
@mangotail6808 2 місяці тому
This car is easy for the eye but still striking, environment friendly and it has pop up headlights.
@im.thinkin 2 місяці тому
And will be a rocket I imagine lol.
@verdict1163 2 місяці тому
I own a '93 RX-7 R1 (also red) and absolutely love this concept. It's the first new car I have ever really considered buying, if it comes to fruition.
@rotarpowered6665 2 місяці тому
That's so cool, I've got the 2000 FD sitting in the garage, also red I really hope they go ahead with this because I think true fans will definitely buy it
@uciislamodarapa6827 Місяць тому
Although the desing is nice but this faded out red and then it looks whether it is made from GRP. Something looks wrong. Rework needed or is it just because of the paint?
@Zenedoboz 2 місяці тому
This car combines things people like about the different generations of MX-5. The popup headlight from the NA, the seductive curves of the NB, the stunning front of the ND. Add the barely contained, dynamically strained shape of RX-7, that makes you think of a big cat ready to jump at any moment... You get this car. It is awesome, and shows real heritage to the greatest Mazdas of the past.
@HarisHadzalic 2 місяці тому
The most beautiful car I've seen in a really long time, perhaps ever. Takes most beautiful aspects of what we consider Italian design and then gives it that Japanese, romantic, Ipon like determinism, ...Samurai like flair. Well done Mazda, beautifully half done. Now build it please
@daviddeking2676 2 місяці тому
I had a 1983 RX-7 Limited Edition that I loved. The SP is the kind of car that makes me want to have a sports car again. I would find a way to buy one if it went into production. Beautiful car!
@necgist 2 місяці тому
Driving the MX-5 helped me change my life for the better. I love this concept car, and I love Mazda’s commitment to driving enjoyment.
@Neptune8 Місяць тому
ive been waiting for a manufacturer to re introduce the pop up head light. it looks soo cool and hopefully if this goes into production itll keep the pop ups
@DavidChong 2 місяці тому
I'm a bit iffy on the tail lights but otherwise it looks good. I think that metallic red you can currently get on their cars is a better colour though.
@salz_ 2 місяці тому
Same here. If they mimicked something the taillights from the RX-Vision it'd probably be a little more striking in the right way.
@DavidScotton 2 місяці тому
The rear end in general doesn't look great. I like the rest of the design though. I owned an RX-8 for 8 years and would like to see them make another sports car, although I'm not convinced there's any place for a rotary engine anymore.
@notdaijoubu5062 2 місяці тому
@@DavidScotton I have skepticism for the "rotary" part too. Mazda have been shoehorning it over half a century. Not to say they can't be made "reliable" but the upkeep and fuel efficiency for rotaries are too uncompetitive versus a more traditional engine design. I have no doubt that if they do make another sports car aside from the MX-5, it will definitely be soulful and very characteristic of Mazda regardless of powertrain.
@KarlwithaC 2 місяці тому
"you can use it as a mobile battery when you go camping!" Okay... but who (just hear me out) the FUUUUUUUUCK is going on a camping trip in an RX-7?
@user-no6fe7kw5u 2 місяці тому
no one
@EngineerOfVaul 6 днів тому
In the 60s, Mazda had the balls to pick up the rotary design and make it work when no one else wanted to risk it. They gave us the FD RX-7. Hearing that this is directly inspired by the RX-7, and will do what it can to carry on its spirit, how can we not want it? And the rotary-electric combo powertrain actually sounds interesting. Rotary engines, for how incredible they are, also have limitations. Perhaps utilizing it to power an electric motor is the exact next stage evolution it needs. Hope this car actually becomes a reality.
@kw4n1987 2 місяці тому
Love the modern take on flip-up headlights and the designer's reasons for them!
@HG504X 2 місяці тому
Honestly they need to build this. Its stunning and with the right weight and power train it would be amazing
@dibqip 2 місяці тому
It’s refreshing to see a simple beautiful design from Japan. I really hope they make it. I’ll be in the queue to buy one.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
Well its quite easy to purchase this RX-7.
@Thee_Dr_Evil 2 місяці тому
We have to remember that Mazda is one of the few manufacturers that will deviate from the "norms" of the day and give us some spectacular cars. The FD is one of the most beautiful cars ever made.
@shepardvasnormandy 2 місяці тому
4:45 very reminiscent of the classic Elise rear there.
@94Di 2 місяці тому
i felt the love and passion in his words, I used to feel that listening to Italians when they were building their products. RX its definitely different and beautiful in the same time, as all RX models were, a masterpiece of engineering put into production. Im sure it has its place in every passionate garage or dream garage. So yes Mazda! GET BACK INTO SPORTS! Petrol-heads are thirsty! 💲💲
@jryalls 2 місяці тому
That looks incredible ❤️
@business3836 2 місяці тому
Yep
@jr150 2 місяці тому
I hope they make it
@andywei3092 Місяць тому
Nakayama san is an incredible artist, no wonder Mazda's exterior has been unique yet true to mazda signature curves
@the_phobia 2 місяці тому
I've always wanted a two seat sports car to power my tent while I go camping.
@src248 2 місяці тому
I'll be so happy if this thing makes production with the pop up headlights
@sand0077 2 місяці тому
I really like it. As the owner of an 85 Rx-7 GS which I still have, the minimalist design of this latest incarnation attracts me like it did way back when.
@rossdinius3303 Місяць тому
That is soooo sick. I just wish it'd actually look like that. Pop up up and down headlights!
@RJBaldelli 2 місяці тому
Bring back the rear light bar!!!! Inside looks amazing. Front looks good.
@user-fy7yy6lv4u 2 місяці тому
Gorgeous. Hope they sell it as the RX-9. Rotary-electric drivetrain is interesting if it’s still light enough to be fun in the corners and makes some pleasing noises. Really hope they offer it with a non-electric drivetrain option too paired to a manual and just let it be beautiful, timeless, analogue-feeling light sports car with great handling for a curvy road. Glad to hear the CEO and designer talking about passion and making cars that speak to enthusiasts and kids rather than “driverless mobility pods”.
@Shlaboza 2 місяці тому
RX7-FE rather than rx-9 imo
@crunchysoup406 2 місяці тому
Sadly I don't think it's likely they'll make a fully ICE powered option but if they do I would buy it straight up, idc if I go into debt. If it has an ICE option I agree with the other guy that it should be a new gen of rx-7 but if it's always a hybrid then RX-9 or like RX-H for like rotory hybrid or something
@ngybrid 2 місяці тому
If the A pillar doesn't look like the convertible one, I'm sold. All of this car looks amazing except that A pillar
@damzlbrat 2 місяці тому
Having been a 2x RX7 owner myself, this is just a perfect future version of itself. Its curves are sexy, the interior is sleek and minimalist, I really LOVE, LOVE this car! Mazda has really done something exceptional with bringing back an upgraded, more sustainable and futuristic version of my favorite car of all time. Kudos Mazda. My only question, when does it go into production?
@anthonyguidroz6617 2 місяці тому
It’s stunning! From someone who personally owned an FD, I think this is a great step forward and if the price is right, along with the specs, I would certainly entertain buying one if it ever made it to production.
@schankam 2 місяці тому
Unfortunately I'm sure the price is going to be too much, but it will be a unique car for sure. Saying this because look at the price of the Supras/Nissan Z nowadays, as opposed to where they were back in the days
@robertowen-jones443 2 місяці тому
Damn… I was focussed on the next generation EV Porsche Boxster. This makes me rethink my future
@WestCoastSupercarsandClassics 2 місяці тому
Keep your eye on the Boxster. It's real, it'll be on the market shortly. ;)
@drewwin794 2 місяці тому
Time to build it! Bring back the RX7!!
@majist0 2 місяці тому
The Spirit R FD RX-7 will always be the pinnacle of 2 seater sports car styling. It has aged perfectly. The return of pop-up headlights is so welcomed.
@leecook7904 2 місяці тому
The designers passion is contagious.
@purwantiallan5089 2 місяці тому
And surprisingly as nimble as Lexus LFA.
@gabrielb4766 2 місяці тому
After 30 years, the Mazda is still the best looking Japanese car in its category
@riskin620 2 місяці тому
It obviously looks fantastic, as does the interior. Two things I don't love so much: the additional weight of a rotary generator (if you're making an EV, just make an EV, otherwise make a hybrid), and the pop up headlights (they look great, but moving parts add cost and decrease reliability). Give it excellent, usable performance at around $50k USD and you have a winner.
@MusicalRainbow01 2 місяці тому
You know a car is cool when it has POP-UP UP AND DOWN HEADLIGHTS!!
@hedrives 2 місяці тому
BUILD IT! Old school FD guy here.. I want one.
@The_Opinion_of_Matt 2 місяці тому
It is the Evolution of the RX lineage. The Iconic SP is beautiful enough to make non-car people happy. It is a electric hybrid will will make the greenies happy (I'm one too). And it is a beautiful rear drive two seats sports car which will make the car nuts and gear heads happy (I'm both of these too!). I'm eyeing a one of the BRZ/GT86 siblings or a Miata RF. If Mazda brings the Iconic SP to production as new RX then I will be very upset with myself if I don't buy one. It will go in the garage next to my 1987 FC Turbo II and my 2009 2-door GTI.
@kmdrfarsight 2 місяці тому
That's a really good looking car. Classic lines with modern touches, very clean.
@lisnter 2 місяці тому
Wow - that's nice. I had an FD back in the day, loved it, and would buy this in a heartbeat.
@hansahlborg 2 місяці тому
that is an insanely beautiful car❤❤❤
@VorTexXHUN 2 місяці тому
If this will be serialized, I will put it instantly on my "shopping" list. I really dig the headlights, I've been missing them since the 90s...
@AliMertKocak-ro3rd 23 дні тому
please lunch the new RX7 , Mazda. Can`t wait to see it on the roads !
@Bmontepeque11 2 місяці тому
Mazda out here since 2012 making THE BEST LOOKING, MOST GORGEOUS MASTERPIECES OF DESIGN EVER. Long Live Mazda 🥰❤️🇯🇵
@antoinehage3762 2 місяці тому
Stunning car, so slick and smooth
@jamesburrows7942 Місяць тому
Mazda is one of the few auto companies who seem to have a unified and committed vision. I was looking at CX-5s recently, and I can pretty much visualize how Mazda can apply this designer's vision to their production fleet. It's not overwhelming, so it appeals to ordinary consumers, but it also has this class that makes it hard not to notice. I hope they make this car. And I hope its features make their way to a car I might actually afford!
@pedinhuh16 2 місяці тому
...Looks like a Miata. EDiT: it has pop-ups?!?!! I WANT IT!!!!
@muaddib2678 2 місяці тому
Where do I sign up to get one? is there a list yet 👍
@AnSR71Blackbird 2 місяці тому
The modern pop-ups are so cool
@thunderkat2287 2 місяці тому
I really really hope that the popup headlights not only make it into production, but become a large scale trend again. Best car thing
@rickintexas1584 2 місяці тому
Yes. It is a beautiful car. I wonder how a production version will actually look, and how much fun it will be to drive.
@vicesat 2 місяці тому
Estimated Release Date and Price?
@ramonherazo4100 2 місяці тому
🤯Una leyenda de UKposts escribiendo en la caja de comentarios!!
@bismarchiavelli 2 місяці тому
I think this is supposed to gauge interest in a potential RX-7. Mazda folks will be crawling over UKposts comments so make sure to let them know whether you like it or not.
@aaroncousins4750 2 місяці тому
@@bismarchiavelliit would be rx9 not 7 by my maths
@estebanjv89 2 місяці тому
No creo salga al mercado por que solo es un concepto. Lo usaran para ideas
@AnyBodyWannaPeanut 2 місяці тому
It's just a concept at this point. The guy even said it himself that this was created to show the design direction that Mazda wants to go in the future.
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