Mazda MPV evolution

Mazda's minivan across three generations — from a rear-drive V6 hauler to a car-like sliding-door van.
3 generations, oldest to newest — open any step for details.

LV1988–1999
1988
Mazda MPV LVⓘ
New generation
LV
📅 1988–1999

First-gen rear-/all-wheel-drive minivan with side-hinged rear door.

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LW1999–2006
1999
Mazda MPV LWⓘ
New generation
LW
📅 1999–2006

Front-drive second gen with dual sliding doors.

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LY2006–2016
2006
Mazda MPV LYⓘ
New generation
LY
📅 2006–2016

Third gen, dropped from North America; sold mainly in Japan/Asia.

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