Located between the front and rear axles is the next generation '13B DI' direct injection gasoline rotary engine with a hybrid unit. The 1.3-litre rotary engine utilises twin rotors (each expected to be of the typical 653cc capacity) in combination with an electric motor to generate its power.
The Japanese company says that the direct injection rotary engine hybrid achieves high power output and low fuel consumption along with the ideal 50:50 front:rear weight distribution and a low center of gravity, now a trademark of Mazda sports cars, which help to provide fun and dynamic driving