Geneva Motor Show: 2011 All-New Mazda5 MPV

The all-new Mazda5 has made its first public appearance at the ongoing Geneva Motor Show. With the new third-generation Mazda5, Mazda hopes to build on the success of the current-generation Mazda5, which has won 37 automotive awards and found 470,153 homes since 2005.

The new Mazda5 will be the first Mazda model to adopt the Nagare design language, which is largely inspired by the flows seen in nature. The end effect is a car with wave-like character lines sweeping along its either side. The front end is similar to the new Mazda3's, although the rear appears restrained by comparison to the front and sides.

The seven-seater Mazda5 comes with dual sliding rear doors and easy step-in access for convenience to large families. Inside, Mazda promises more comfortable seats and more intuitive-to-use instruments. Power-sliding rear doors are available depending on the market.

Two engines, a 114-bhp, 165-Nm 1.8-litre and a 149-bhp, 191-Nm 2.0-litre, are available for selection, although either must be paired to a six-speed manual gearbox for now. Equipped with direct-injection and start-stop technologies, the 2.0-litre engine generates 15 percent less emissions compared to the similar-sized engine it replaces.

In line with Mazda's Zoom-Zoom philosophy, Mazda5 has received suspension updates as well as a stiffer body, which should contribute to even better handling. The new Mazda5 should arrive in Malaysia before year's end. Meanwhile, read more about Mazda5 and enjoy the gallery of live photos!