Powerful, clean performance delivered by a next-generation RE Hybrid system
The Mazda Senku is powered by a totally new RE Hybrid system in which a 13B-DI
next-generation gasoline-fuelled direct-injection rotary engine is combined with a
hybrid unit consisting of a generator, a motor, and a battery. The RE Hybrid system
is located within the wheelbase.
The 13B-DI rotary engine was developed specifically for direct gasoline injection.
Direct injection realizes optimal combustion, thereby enabling high power (essential
for Zoom-Zoom performance) and superior fuel economy.
The Mazda-developed hybrid motor system has an idle-stop function

Hi Paul,
lovely pics, what vehicle will get the 16 b DI ?
What method is used to restart the engine after idle-stop?    BR, Dave
McC

I think the RX8 will be the first beneficiary of the the 16B DI engine.
Keep downloading. You should get the start stop info any minute :)

One of the benefits of the hybrid system is the additional
low RPM torque you get out of the electric motor. Just what
the 13B needs in car applications. The downside is more weight
to accelerate due to battery and motor itself :)

Paul Lamar ...No rotor no motor.

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