Only in Japan

The Mazda has released a new minivan called the Biante. Biante was introduced in the market this summer of 2008. So far, Japan has no plans of releasing this model overseas. But who knows? This idea perhaps could change in the near future. After all, this country is known for high technology gadgets, and this will certainly make this model famous in terms of reliability and performance.

The name, Biante was actually derived from the English word ambient, which refers to a unified interior space that supplies the fun and comfort inside the car that a passenger may experience. Mazda said that the Biante features only the best-in-class interior spacing that allows eight passengers. It also has distinctive, sporty in style, and with superior dynamic performance. Comfort is easy to achieve with its tall interior. It is just perfect for those who have difficulties in bending their backs when getting inside the rear seats of a vehicle with low interior roofs.

The last model of Mazda, which was MPV was discontinued after the 2006 model. Currently, Mazda is selling the Mazda 5 compact van, which is perfect for younger families and empty-nesters. There is actually no other information from this model except that it uses the type of engine that is similar with the Mazda 8 and the Mazda CX-7. So its engine is a 2.3-liter turbocharged DISI engine or a new 2.5-liter engine that has replaced the 2.3-liter engine design. Aside from that, only few photos were released. Mazda has remained quiet about its performance and extensive characteristics.

Although Mazda Biante is a redesigned JDM version, still Mazda could make it out of the Japanese market if they make it practical and affordable for the masses.