Camouflaged Mazda CX-4/CX-7, Captured in China

MANILA: With brands like Audi, Mini, and more planning to bring their crossover models in the coming months, we have one more joining this long, never ending list. This time it's the 'best in red', Mazda, prepping up for the game. Recently we all got the glimpse of the Mazda KOERU crossover concept at the ongoing Frankfurt Motor Show, but no one ever thought of seeing a near to production model so soon. Just give us a break automakers, it's like you guys are going on and on, so please, stop stoking the crossover market for once.

Yes, it's true a Mazda badged crossover was seen roaming around in China and according to our experts it could either be a CX-4 or a CX-7. Well, the scale weight heavy towards a brand new CX-7, because of the prototypes elongated body style. Like its concept version, the spied car measured 4600 X 1900 X 1500 mm (L X WX H) and is well suited to be position below CX-9, the upcoming sport utility vehicle. Now, if word KOERU confuses you, and keeps under a dilemma, as to what does it signifies, we would like to inform you that it is the Japanese word for 'exceed'. And if like its concept the upcoming car carries the same designing theme then it would be a pure pleasure to look and drive. Displaying the true Japanese sole, it will surely bring a revolution in the auto industry.

On the tech front, you can expect the new i-ACTIVSENSE and Mazda Connect to accompany the package. The i-ACTIVSENSE will take care of the safety side while the latter will enhance its entertainment front. In addition, the new crossover will be armed with auxiliary lights, switchgear, exterior mirror and more drive-necessity stuff.

Under the hood, the spec details are still under cover, but we can expect the same 2.5L SKYACTIV turbo unit that will also power the upcoming CX-9. Though, the CX-9 is due for a Los Angeles debut later this year, the newly discovered crossover is expected to be out in the open not before January 2016.

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