Mazda Philippines celebrates Centenary
MAZDA Philippines commemorates the iconic Japanese brand ’s 100th Anniversary this 2020 with the limited release of Mazda3 and Mazda MX-5 100th Anniversary Special Edition models in the country. Only 15 examples for the Mazda3, and 24 for the Mazda MX-5, will be made available to customers in the Philippines to mark this historic milestone.
Inspired by the Mazda R360 Coupe, the marque’s first passenger car model, the 100th Anniversary Special Edition models sport a Snowflake White Pearl finish with red seats and floor carpets. The two-color retro motif represents the brand’s dream and Never Stop Challenging spirit that have been passed on from one generation to the next since the company’s inception as a cork manufacturer a century ago.
“For 100 years now, Mazda has remained true to its promise of making cars that defy convention,” shared Mazda Philippines President and CEO Steven Tan. “As we celebrate a century of manufacturing, design, and engineering expertise, we also would like to thank our customers by letting them commemorate this milestone with us.” Tan added, “By making these 100th Anniversary Special Edition models available in the Philippines, Mazda acknowledges the passion of our loyal customers. We wish to thank them for allowing us to create unique products that continue to brighten their lives.”
A special Mazda 100th Anniversary Logo combines the original corporate logo layout of Toyo Cork Kogyo and today’s modern Mazda wing brand symbol. This logo is embossed on the seat headrests, the wheel center caps and the key fobs of each commemorative model. While Mazda 100th Anniversary badges embellish the fender wings and floor mats.
With these commemorative details, owners will surely be reminded of Mazda’s rich heritage and its long time commitment to contribute to the world through engineering.
Only 700 units of various 100th Anniversary Special Edition Mazda models will be produced and sold around the world. With the coming arrival of 15 Mazda3 and 24 Mazda MX-5 commemorative models in the Philippines, the privileged few who will revel in the honor of celebrating a century of engineering innovation, design heritage, and driving passion with Mazda will surely be rewarded with a stunning collector’s masterpiece that is a hundred years in the making.
a tribute to 100 years of design and innovation
A CAR for the people, honed with cutting-edge technology. A fulfillment of many a drivers’ dreams and aspirations—today’s Mazda3 is the modern-day interpretation of the dream that made the Mazda R360 Coupe possible.
With more than 6 million units sold globally since 2003, and more than 20,000 sold in the Philippines, the Mazda3 continues to be one of the most notable nameplates for pushing the envelopes of design, engineering, innovation, and direction for the brand.
Priced at P1,570,000 with an optional Mazdaspeed body kit for P75,000, the Mazda3 100th Anniversary Special Edition is a true representation of a century’s commitment to human-centric design and a rich heritage borne of culture and passion. It is the everyday collectable for the most loyal of Mazda fans.
Engineered to celebrate driving
WHEN Mazda set forth to create a lightweight sports car in the 1980s, it not only benchmarked the classic roadster design but also the inherent freedom driving one entails. With this industry-changing model, Mazda’s horse and rider as one philosophy, Jinba Ittai, came to the fore.
Since its introduction in 1989, the Mazda MX-5 has become the symbol of pure, unadulterated driving. With over 1 million units sold, it has earned the reputation as the most popular sports car in the world.
The Mazda 100th Anniversary logo is embossed on the special edition MX-5’S Red Nappa Leather seat headrests and key fobs. Other commemorative embellishments include red carpets and f loor mats to complete the two-tone retro theme, special Mazda 100th Anniversary badges on its front fenders and mattings, and the bright silver 17-inch wheels with the Mazda 100th Anniversary logo center caps. All these come together as the embodiment of the cherished ideals of the centuryold Japanese brand.
The 24 examples of the commemorative roadster to be made available in the Philippines are equipped with the latest 2-liter Skyactiv-g motor producing 184PS and 205N-m of torque. They all feature a 9-speaker Bose Sound System along with top-of-the-line features currently available in the MX-5.
The Mazda MX-5 100th Anniversary Special Edition will be available as an open-air Soft Top with automatic transmission priced at P2,335,000. It will also be available as a stylish Retractable Fastback with either a manual transmission for P2,390,000, or an automatic transmission for P2,480,000.