The Sassou was designed at Mazda's European Design Centre in Frankfurt, Germany and Mazda says it is "a lightweight, urban vehicle for young, first car customers".
Mazda's latest concept is a sleek, three-door hatchback and comes with advanced interior systems such as a USB stick key and an ingenious rear seat morphing system.
According to the carmaker the Sassou is definitely an indication of what to expect from a forthcoming small hatchback. Mazda also says that it needs a competitive model in this segment.
The name "Sassou" is a Japanese term that was chosen because it means having a positive state of mind, of looking to the future with optimism.