The cab of Mazda's truck has been revised for 2001 with added features. The most noteworthy improvement -- a new quality of quietness -- cannot be seen because the additional baffles and insulation that surround the passenger compartment are concealed in the structure.Previous versions consistently set the standard among Japanese-brand trucks for spacious, comfortable accommodations and convenient features. 2001 models build on that foundation with new seat designs clad in new fabrics, a revised instrument panel with tachometer supplied to all trims, and a revamped center pod for climate and audio systems with large easy-to-use rotary dials.
The Regular Cab uses a bench-style seat that can squeeze three aboard. The Cab Plus offers an interior storage bay behind the front seat. Two small side-facing jump seats are supplied in the bay; each folds down from the back wall. Optional left and right rear-hinged doors for the Cab Plus 4 permit easy access to rear quarters.
Seats in our Cab Plus 4 SE truck were high-back buckets covered in premium cloth fabric. The buckets were firm in bolsters and seat, but felt luxurious.