By Mike Torpey on 2013-02-07 - Driving Force news editor and responsible for organising our daily output. He was staff motoring editor of the Liverpool Echo for 20 years.
Extra style and
value from Mazda
MAZDA has launched two enhanced versions of its popular Mazda5 Venture models - priced from £19,995 for the petrol variant and from £21,290 for the diesel.
The pair feature 17-inch bright finish alloy wheels, black mirror covers, black cloth trim with red stitching, chrome exhaust tailpipe trim and power-folding door mirrors and a choice of eight colours.
On the safety and convenience front, the Venture also now includes rear parking sensors and reversing camera, a tyre pressure monitoring system, an auto-dimming interior mirror and smart turn signal.
Standard kit is extensive anyway, boasting the likes of front fog lights, a sports front grille, side skirts, rear spoiler and privacy glass while inside there's a piano black centre console and Sanyo TomTom navigation with 5.8-inch touch-screen display.
That's in addition to integrated Bluetooth and iPod connectivity, plus climate control air-con, cruise control and a six-speaker audio system.
Engine choice comprises a 2.0-litre 150PS petrol engine for £19,995 or a 1.6-litre 115PS turbo-diesel costing £21,290 - both driving the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.
And depending on the model, fuel economy can be as high as 54.3mpg and CO2 emissions down at 138g/km.
Mazda sales chief Peter Allibon said "The enhanced 2013 Mazda5 Venture models feature a unique combination of advanced technology, sports styling, a premium interior and great added value.
"Their their prices are unchanged despite the added specification - that's sure to attract new customers to our showrooms."
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