Mazda Announces 'Limited Edition' and 'Special Edition' Mazda Biante Minivans for Japan

Mazda Biante 20S Limited (FWD model with five-speed automatic transmission)

HIROSHIMA : December 17, 2008 - Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the sales launch of limited edition and special edition versions of its mid-size, tall ‘high-roof’ Biante minivan for the Japanese market. The ‘Biante 20S Limited’ and ‘Biante 20CS Limited’ models come specially equipped with popular features, while the ‘Biante 20 NAVI Special’ limited edition adds a highly functional GPS navigation system. These new models go on sale today at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealerships throughout Japan.


The special edition ‘Biante 20S Limited’ is based on the best-selling 20S grade and is equipped with popular features such as dual power sliding doors and Mazda’s advanced keyless entry and start system. The ‘Biante 20CS Limited’ is based on the 20CS grade. It features discharge headlights for improved nighttime visibility and ‘cleanable seats’ that are upholstered with easy-wipe fabric to help prevent stains.

The ‘Biante 20 NAVI Special’ limited edition offers special equipment at a smart price. It has a parking assist system with multiple cameras to help the driver and Mazda’s G-BOOK Alpha-compatible HDD navigation system with a voice-control function. Production will be limited to 800 units nationwide.

Main features of the special and limited edition Biante models

20S Limited

Base model
Biante 20S, with a choice of a front-wheel-drive (FWD) model with five-speed automatic transmission or a four-wheel-drive (4WD) model with four-speed automatic transmission, both powered by the 2.0-liter direct injection DOHC engine.

Special equipment

• Dual power sliding doors
  
• Advanced keyless entry and start system (with answer-back function)
  
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Mazda Biante 20CS Limited

20CS Limited

Base model
Biante 20CS, with a choice of a front-wheel-drive (FWD) model with five-speed automatic transmission or a four-wheel-drive (4WD) model with four-speed automatic transmission, both powered by the 2.0-liter direct injection DOHC engine.

Special equipment

• Discharge headlights (with auto-leveling function on low beam)
  
• Cleanable seats
  
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Biante 20 NAVI Special (production limited to 800 units)

Base model
Biante 20S Limited, with a choice of a front-wheel-drive (FWD) model with five-speed automatic transmission or a four-wheel-drive (4WD) model with four-speed automatic transmission, both powered by the 2.0-liter direct injection DOHC engine.*

Special equipment
Mazda G-BOOK Alpha-compatible voice controlled HDD navigation system
Includes the following functions:

• Parking assist (front, side and rear guide monitors)
  
• DVD and CD player with AM/FM radio
  
• Analog television tuner and printed antenna
  
• Bluetooth^® hands-free system
  
• Steering-wheel mounted audio system control switches
  
• Six speakers

Body colors
A choice of three exterior body colors is available: Crystal White Pearl Mica, Brilliant Black and Lilac Silver Metallic.
* Some equipment on the 20S Limited grade – dual power sliding doors, advanced keyless entry and start system, 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels and rear roof spoiler – is not included on the 20 NAVI Special.

Pricing : Begin JPY 2,198,000 to JPY 2,924,500 with TAX

[Source : MAZDA]