How Powerful is the SKYACTIV Technology?
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SKYACTIV Technology is a collective term for a series of Mazda's technologies, including engine technology, suspension technology, transmission technology, and body technology. Compared to other manufacturers, the most significant technical feature of Mazda's SKYACTIV Technology lies in its naturally aspirated engine technology based on the Miller cycle. This technology employs a high-pressure fuel rail to increase injection pressure and uses multi-hole fuel injectors to improve gasoline atomization, ensuring thorough mixing of fuel and air, thereby creating a significantly improved homogeneous and highly fluid mixture. Details about SKYACTIV are as follows: 1. Engine Classification: Gasoline engine, SKYACTIV-G type; Diesel engine, SKYACTIV-D type. 2. Transmission: Automatic transmission; Manual transmission. 3. Body Structure: Adopts a 'straight structure' composed of straight lines and a 'continuous structure' that coordinates the connecting parts of each section to maximize functionality. 4. Chassis: Utilizes newly developed front subframes and multi-link rear suspension, achieving both high rigidity and lightweight characteristics.
I've been driving a Mazda3 for five years, and the Skyactiv Technology is truly amazing! The most noticeable thing is the fuel consumption. My 2.0L car only uses 6.8L per 100km in the city, and I've gotten it down to 4.9L on the highway, saving 30% on fuel compared to my colleagues' cars with the same displacement. This technology completely redesigned the engine, transmission, and chassis. The 13:1 high compression ratio makes gasoline burn more completely without sacrificing power. The transmission shifts as fast as if it can read your mind, delivering power exactly as you press the throttle. The chassis grips the road firmly when cornering, even in rainy conditions without losing stability. The compact engine bay layout, as my mechanic said, improves heat dissipation and makes components more durable. In six years, I've only had to replace the wiper blades. It's a worry-free and cost-saving technology that's truly impressive.