If Only All Hatchbacks Were As Stunning As The Mazda Kai Concept

Mazda just can't stop building great-looking concepts, and while the cab-rearward, coupe-like Kai Concept isn't likely to be practical enough for production, we wish they'd make it anyway...
If Only All Hatchbacks Were As Stunning As The Mazda Kai Concept

As concept cars at this year’s Tokyo Motor Show go, Mazda has two of this year’s best. On top of the stunning Vision Coupe we brought to you earlier, there’s this: the awesome little Kai Concept.

According to Mazda, the Kai Concept “embodies the technology, engineering and styling concepts that will define the coming generation of Mazdas.” If that’s the case, bring it on and spread it all over us like Nutella on toast.

If Only All Hatchbacks Were As Stunning As The Mazda Kai Concept

A cab-rearward coupe-like silhouette with a long bonnet is unusual for the small hatchback class, giving it a look closer to the likes of the Toyota GT86 rather than your typical, common-or-garden hatchback.

Improvements have been made in “all areas of dynamic performance,” Mazda says, making it quieter, more comfortable and faster than existing models. Better cancel that Mazda3 order if this is its replacement…

If Only All Hatchbacks Were As Stunning As The Mazda Kai Concept

Sadly, Mazda hasn’t released much information about the fetching new concept. We know it’s still front-wheel drive, but the engines and drivetrains are a mystery.

Early reports suggest that it will use developments of the existing SkyActiv power units. The petrol SkyActiv-G engines will produce 10-30 per cent more torque than the existing ones while being 20-30 per cent more efficient.

If Only All Hatchbacks Were As Stunning As The Mazda Kai Concept

The suggestion is potentially diesel-rivalling fuel economy with much quieter operation, smoother manners, faster warm-up and no need for a troublesome particulate filter. They won’t be high-revving, but they will be the solution the markets – and the law – dictate.

As long as it looks like this, we’re happy!

Comments

Tomislav Celić

Please Mazda, don’t be one of those attention seeking companys that build concepts just like that, make it a reality

10/25/2017 - 09:47 |
204 | 4

please make it MazdaSpeed 3

10/25/2017 - 09:52 |
76 | 0
BV86_OFISHAL (AUDM Fanboy)

The future of cars isn’t as scary as what I thought…

10/25/2017 - 09:48 |
22 | 2
Erich Mohrmann

I dislike the lights on it, the current generation Mazda 3 has good looking ones tho

10/25/2017 - 09:50 |
10 | 0
Klush

Why does it look like an angry owl?

10/25/2017 - 10:00 |
10 | 0
Olivier (CT's grammar commie)

Just imagine the cost of a body panel

10/25/2017 - 10:19 |
52 | 0

Did you mean the body panel?

10/26/2017 - 01:59 |
14 | 0
K Chaitanya Rao

For the love of God Mazda just build one already

10/25/2017 - 10:25 |
6 | 0
HAYABUSA

The rear reminds me of an Alfa, looks really nice !

10/25/2017 - 10:41 |
22 | 0
Roadster / Tail Red

In reply to by HAYABUSA

Bit like the Brera

10/25/2017 - 10:54 |
18 | 0
Roadster / Tail Red

In all honesty, I think Mazda is the best brand out there right now. I mean JUST LOOK AT IT

10/25/2017 - 10:54 |
48 | 2
Anonymous

RWD PLS

10/25/2017 - 11:21 |
8 | 0
Mandalore the Ultimate

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

It says it’s fwd

10/25/2017 - 12:53 |
6 | 0
Anonymous

While I think the car was named after this guy:

10/25/2017 - 12:52 |
14 | 0
Fact:Gamez

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

Maybe lol

10/25/2017 - 18:00 |
4 | 0

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