Mazda Taiki

Mazda Taiki

Manufacturer	Mazda
Production	Japan
Class	Supercar
Body style	2-door coupé
Layout	FR layout
Engine	1600cc Wankel engine
Related	Mazda Nagare Mazda Ryuga Mazda Hakaze Mazda Furai

The Mazda Taiki is a one-off concept car produced by Mazda, and is the fourth car in Mazda's 'Nagare' design series. Mazda says the Taiki "reflects one possible direction for a future generation of Mazda sports cars aimed at helping to create a sustainable society".

The car

Drivetrain

The Taiki uses a front engine, rear-wheel drive layout and is powered by Mazda's next generation RENESIS rotary 16X engine, which is mated to a 7-speed, double-clutch gearbox. The 16X engine is said to replace the RX-8's 13B engine. The Taiki is named after Taiki Endo.

Design

Exterior

The exterior design is inspired by flowing robes and carp streamers. The Taiki has scissor doors and a very impressive drag coefficient of 0.25. Even the wheels and tires were designed with aerodynamics in mind.

Interior

The interior colours are inspired by Yin and Yang. The driver's side of the cabin is black, while the passenger side is white.

External links

• Mazda Taiki at Sydney Motor Show

References

• www.drive.com.au
• www.themotorreport.com.au