The Ford CD3 platform (for "C/D-class") is a Ford midsize car automobile platform. It was designed by Mazda. The original Mazda chassis code for the CD3 platform is Mazda G platform, which Ford Motor Company has used every evolution of since 1983. The platform is designed for either front, all-wheel drive or Ford's hybrid powertrain.
The platform is based on a unitized welded steel body (monocoque) with an independent short long arms (SLA) double wishbone front suspension with stabilizer bar and an independent multi-link twist blade rear suspension with stabilizer bar.
Ford Motor Company developed the CD3 platform as its first fully "digital" car, allowing the company to cut months of development time, saving money and bringing the vehicles to market more quickly. Engineers were able to virtually build an entire car prior to initiating construction, thereby improving vehicle fit and finish, tool clearances and production line ergonomics.
Vehicles currently using this platform include:
- 2002–2008 Mazda 6 (GG)
- 2006–present Besturn B70
- 2006–2012 Ford Fusion (CD338)
- 2006–2012 Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ (CD378)
- 2006–2011 Mercury Milan (CD338)
- 2007–present Mazda CX-9
- 2007–present Ford Edge crossover SUV (U387)
- 2007–present Lincoln MKX crossover SUV (U388)
- 2008–2012 Mazda 6 (GH) (Note: modified platform)
- 2009–present Besturn B50
Cancelled CD3 products:
- 2009 Ford Flex crossover minivan (switched to D4)
Read more about Ford CD3 Platform: CD3 2
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