Mazda Motor Corporation will soon unveil three special needs vehicles for the diabled in Japan. The vehicles – AZ-Wagon i is equipped to carry wheelchairs, the MPV second row lift-up seat vehicle features a second-row passenger seat with a lift-up function and the Biante Autostep is based on the Mazda Biante mid-size 'high-roof' minivan that was launched in July 2008.

The AZ-Wagon i is designed on the micro-mini AZ-Wagon. People in wheelchairs can get in and out of the vehicle through the rear liftgate opening.

Based on the mid-size Mazda MPV minivan, the MPV second row lift-up seat vehicle is designed to transport and aid wheelchair users. The second row seat automatically elevates and rotates with ease.

Mazda's new tall 'high roof' Biante minivan features an 'autostep' function to help passengers step into the rear cabin. The autostep automatically extends and withdraws when the sliding door is opened and closed.

Outline of Mazda’s exhibits at the 35th International Home Care & Rehabilitation Exhibition 2008

AZ-Wagon i (aftermarket model)
The AZ-Wagon i is based on the space-efficient micro-mini AZ-Wagon. People in wheelchairs can get in and out of the vehicle through the rear liftgate opening.

MPV Second Row Lift-up Seat (aftermarket model)
Based on the mid-size Mazda MPV minivan, the MPV Second Row Lift-up Seat vehicle is designed to transport and assist wheelchair users. The second row seat automatically elevates and rotates for ease of use.

Biante Autostep (reference model)
Mazda’s newly developed tall ‘high roof’ Biante minivan features an “Autostep” function to help passengers step into the rear cabin. The Autostep automatically extends and withdraws when the sliding door is opened and closed.