Super TestCar reviews - Mazda - 323 - Astina 1.6 5-dr hatchMazda modelsSuspension6 Feb 2001 By P TIBBLES THE 323 suspension system utilises a MacPherson strut arrangement at the front and MacPherson struts with twin-trapezoidal links at the rear. The lightness and rigidity of the front suspension is maximised by 68mm diameter pipe for the front cross-members, single lower arm structure made possible by the use of high-tensile steel and vertically aligned bushings on lower arms. The rear suspension has been seen in previous 323 generations. Front and rear dampers utilise ultra-low-speed valves to optimise trade-off between ride comfort and handling stability. Moreover, vertical alignment of the front lower arms' rear bushing axes reduces vibration inputs to the body and helps reduce road noise. Did you know?The front roll centre is lower than previous model, while rear roll centre is higher - Mazda claims this results in improved roadholding and high speed stabilityAll car reviewsAlfa Romeo Abarth Alpine Alpina Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chevrolet Chery Citroen Chrysler Dodge Cupra Ferrari DS Ford Fiat FPV Foton GWM Great Wall Holden Haval HSV Honda Hyundai Hummer Isuzu Infiniti Jeep Jaguar Lamborghini Kia LDV Land Rover Lotus Lexus Maserati Mahindra McLaren Mazda Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG Mini MG Nissan Mitsubishi Peugeot Opel Proton Porsche Renault Ram Rover Rolls-Royce Skoda Saab SsangYong Smart Suzuki Subaru Toyota Tesla Volvo Volkswagen |
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