- Versatile and spacious interior
- Safe and predictable handling
- For CP.II Premacy, improved ride and handling
- High standard of fit and finish
- Underpowered 1.8-litre petrol engine
- For 2.0-litre engine, premium unleaded petrol recommended
- Front seats lack lateral support
Review: Mazda CP.I Premacy (2001-02)
Overview
Released in February 2001, the Mazda CP Series I (CP.I) Premacy was a five-seat people mover (or ‘space hatch’, according to Mazda). Manufactured in Hiroshima, Japan, the front-wheel drive Premacy was powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission.
The CP Premacy was 4295 mm long, 1705 mm wide, 1600 mm tall and had a 2670 mm long wheelbase. The CP Premacy had MacPherson strut front suspension, while the rear suspension utilised MacPherson struts and included twin trapezoidal links.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP.I Premacy | 1.8-litre petrol I4 | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
92 kW at 6000 rpm | 163 Nm at 4000 rpm |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Premacy included dual front airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution and front seatbelt pretensioners.
Euro NCAP crash testing
In Euro NCAP crash testing , the Premacy – when fitted with dual front airbags and front side airbags (the latter not available in Australia) – received a three star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 22. In the frontal offset test, high loads were applied to the front occupants’ chests; the driver’s legs were also at risk and the footwell ruptured, presenting a hazard to the driver’s feet.
Features
Standard features for the Premacy included a four speaker sound system with CD player, air conditioning, velour upholstery, power mirrors and windows, remote central locking, a tilt adjustable steering wheel, height adjustable driver’s seat, rear blind, 12 volt power outlet, tinted windows, roof rails and an immobiliser.
Review: Mazda CP.II Premacy (2002-03)
Overview
Released in April 2002, the CP Series II (CP.II) Premacy introduced a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, improved equipment levels and a subtle facelift. The CP.II Premacy was also more refined due to the use of double door seals and thicker front glass.
Visually, the CP.II Premacy could be identified by its five-point grille, new bumpers and chrome-ringed tail-lights. Inside, there were reshaped seats and upgraded interior trim; the indicator stalk was also repositioned to the right-hand side of the steering column.
| Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP.II Premacy | 2.0-litre petrol I4 | 4sp auto, 5sp man. |
98 kW at 6000 rpm | 174 Nm at 4500 rpm |
Safety equipment
Safety equipment was improved with the addition of traction control; the rear brakes were also upgraded to discs (previously drums).
Features
Compared to its CP.I predecessor, the CP.II Premacy added 15-inch alloy wheels and steering wheel audio controls.
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