Consistent with Mazda's desire to target a younger crowd, the Millenia body has been sculpted in a sleeker, more aerodynamic fashion than the 929. And in this case, form definitely follows function: The wind-penetrating design reduces drag to make this car one of the sleekest in its class. Another plus is the savvy forward-fashion front grille design, which is a variation on the Jaguar's haughty nose, with wraparound headlights that are equally catlike. Meanwhile, the Millenia S presents a monochromatic look: The fascias, recessed door handles and mirror housings are painted the same color as the body panels. The hood-release catch is easy enough to locate, but triggering it required so much force that our fingers actually smarted a bit. In the rear, the nice, fat trunk opens to reveal enough storage space for perhaps a dozen grocery bags as well as a suitcase or two. And for those who care about such things, the Millenia's trunk closes with a crisp clunk.
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