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Mazda adapts rotary engine for EV era in MX-30 plug-in hybrid

Summary by Ground News

The MX-30 R-EV is Mazda's first rotary-powered model in almost eleven years. The small capacity 830 cc single-rotor doesn't directly drive the front wheels, but acts as a type of generator for the reduced capacity 17.8-kWh battery pack. A limited run Edition R model has been introduced with a two-tone Jet Black and Maroon Rouge exterior.

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Shropshire Star

Mazda CX-30 range-extender revealed with rotary engine

Mazda has revealed a plug-in hybrid version of its electric MX-30 crossover, powered in part by a new rotary petrol engine.

1 year ago·Ketley, United Kingdom

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Handelsblatt

PHEV Exot: The Wankel engine makes a comeback — that's what the Mazda MX-30 R-EV can do

The electric MX-30 has so far only offered a limited range. A Wankel engine should now ensure that the model can travel up to 600 kilometers.

1 year ago·Düsseldorf, Germany

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Il Fatto Quotidiano

Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, con l'ibrida plug-in rinasce il motore rotativo - FOTO - Il Fatto Quotidiano

Quella di Mazda è una storia intrecciata col motore rotativo, un propulsore endotermico dalle caratteristiche uniche e del tutto diverse rispetto ai motori bielle e pistoni tradizionali. Mazda lo ha adoperato per anni sulle sue sportive di punta e lo ha utilizzato pure sulla mitica 787B, prototipo con cui il costruttore giapponese gareggiò pure alla 24 Ore di Le Mans. Ora, a distanza di qualche anno, questo particolare propulsore torna sul merca…

1 year ago·Rome, Italy

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The Citizen

Rotary officially returns as range extender for Mazda MX-30

After an eleven year hiatus, Mazda has revived its iconic rotary engine, but this time as a range extender for the electric MX-30.

1 year ago·South Africa

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Automotive News

Mazda adapts rotary engine for EV era in MX-30 plug-in hybrid

The small crossover uses a gasoline rotary engine as a power generator that helps give it an electric-only range of 53 miles.

1 year ago·United States

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Jalopnik

2023 Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV: This Is It

The rotary engine is back, baby! Except, this time around, it serves as a range extender for the Mazda MX-30's electric powertrain. So think more “BMW i3 in crossover form” than “new Mazda RX sports car.” It also gets a long, difficult-to-remember name: the Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV.Read more...

1 year ago

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