As part of celebrations marking its 90th anniversary, Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the sales launch of special edition and limited edition versions of its mid-size, tall “high-roof” Biante minivan for the Japanese market. Both the special edition Mazda Biante “i-stop SMART EDITION II” and the limited edition Mazda Biante “i-stop SMART EDITION II NAVI SPECIAL” come with Mazda’s unique idling stop technology, i-stop, and go on sale at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealerships throughout Japan.
Based on the Mazda Biante 20CS, the Biante i-stop SMART EDITION II is equipped with Mazda’s fuel-saving i-stop system. It also features popular factory-installed options including power dual sliding rear doors, a ‘nanoe ion’ air purification system, an Alleru [Allergy] Buster® air filter that removes allergens and viruses, and seats that are upholstered with an easy-wipe fabric.
The limited edition Biante i-stop SMART EDITION II NAVI SPECIAL is based on the Biante i-stop SMART EDITION II. It also includes an HDD navigation system and a parking assist system. Production is limited to 600 units.
The special edition and limited edition versions of the Biante qualify for Japan’s eco-car incentive program and 75 percent tax reductions under the government’s eco-car tax reduction program.
