Mazda's notes claim the Skyactiv-Z engines will utilize "the lambda one combustion method" that is designed to achieve "high thermal efficiency by realizing super lean burn combus

Mazda continues to invest in internal combustion. The company has revealed that it's currently developing a new gas-powered four-cylinder engine that will introduce the latest Skyactiv technology. Called Skyactiv-Z, it will eventually replace the Skyactiv-X engines sold abroad as well as the Skyactiv-G engines that are sold in North America.

Even as electrification ramps up with each passing year, Mazda remains committed to improving efficiency in gas-burning engines.

Mazda has confirmed plans for a next-gen CX-5 and it will use an all-new hybrid powertrain that was developed in-house. The redesigned crossover will have a streamlined lineup as the automaker is seeking to reduce costs and complexity.

Mazda has subtly announced that a new gas-powered engine is currently in development. Based on the Japanese car company’s latest financial report, the gas-powered Skyactiv-Z engine will be rolling out in 2027.

Z.Set to replace the Skyactiv-G and Skyactiv-X engines, the Skyactiv-Z aims to build on Mazda’s commitment to high efficiency and low emissions while enhancing performance.Mazda snuck the news out in the company’s latest financial report,

It will still continue development of internal-combustion engines, though, including both conventional piston engines and rotaries.

Mazda has revealed in its latest financial report that it is developing a new SkyActiv-Z four-cylinder engine that will replace SkyActiv-G and SkyActiv-X when it debuts in 2027. The new engine will use the “lambda

Mazda has announced a new ‘Skyactiv Z’ four-cylinder petrol engine family with a leaner combustion process – and it could appear first in the next-generation CX-5 family SUV.

Mazda plans a new in-house hybrid system for the next-generation CX-5, left, in the 2025-27 timeframe, adding to the Toyota-sourced hybrid just launched in the CX-50, right. (MAZD