Disc brakes are standard at all four wheels, with 300 mm (11.8 in) discs front and 279 mm (11 in) discs rear anti-lock braking system and Electronic Brake-force Distribution are available or standard, depending on the model. Rear suspension is a Ford-designed "E-link" multi-link suspension, with four locating links per wheel and an anti-roll bar, suspended on coil springs that are mounted inboard of the shock absorbers to reduce suspension intrusion into the cargo area. Based on the styling of the MX-Sportif concept car, the Mazda3 is available in two body styles, a four-door sedan, marketed as " coupé style" in Europe, and a five-door hatchback, branded the Sport version in America and Japan.įront suspension is by MacPherson struts, with coil springs and an anti-roll bar. Chassis development was carried out by Mazda and suspension designed by Ford. The Mazda3 is based on Ford's global Ford C1 platform, which was developed by Volvo and which is shared with the latest European Ford Focus and Volvo S40. The Mazda3 MPS has Mazda's MZR 2.3 liter Direct Injection Spark Ignition turbocharged engine with 260 hp and 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) of torque. The second is the long-awaited performance variant of the new 3. ft (187Nm) of torque and delivering a 12 percent improvement in fuel economy for the Mazda3 over the previous 2.0 liter version.It is mated to Mazda's MZR 2.0 DISI engine developing 150 hp and 138 lb The first is the Mazda3 i-stop which is, essentially, Mazda's new stop-start technology. At the 2009 Geneva Motor Show Mazda unveiled two new variants for the Mazda3.The Mazda3 became Mazda's fastest-selling vehicle, with cumulative sales in January 2019 of over 6 million units. The Mazda3 now comes standard with a previously optional 2.5-liter engine, and also made all-wheel drive an available option. For the 2019 model, the all-new Mazda3 is equipped with the newly-developed Skyactiv technology, including the latest Skyactiv-X, Skyactiv-G and Skyactiv-D engines, each of which provides responsive speed control in any driving situation, and a Spark-Controlled Compression Ignition system. For the 2012 model year, Mazda began offering the Mazda3 with their newly-developed Skyactiv technology, including a more rigid body, a new direct-injection engine, and a new 6-speed transmission.Ī fourth-generation Mazda3 for the 2019 model year was unveiled in November 2018 at the Los Angeles Auto Show and the ASEAN premiere at the Singapore Motor Show. A performance-oriented version of the Mazda3 was marketed as the Mazdaspeed3 in North America, Axela in Japan, and the Mazda3 MPS in Europe and Australia.Ī second-generation Mazda3 for the 2009 model year was unveiled in late 2008, with the sedan premiering at the Los Angeles Auto Show and the hatchback at the Bologna Motor Show. It was introduced in 2003 as a 2004 model, replacing the Familia/323/Protegé in the C-segment. Find out more about our advertising opportunities.The Mazda3 (known as the Mazda Axela in Japan (first three generations), a combination of "accelerate" and "excellent") is a compact car manufactured by Mazda. Advertise Advertising on is well-targeted, has unique benefits, and is highly successful. Looking for something lighter? Read our funny complaints to see people who found humor in a bad situation. Vehicle Problems Find out what cars to avoid, view the latest problem trends, or keep up-to-date with the most recently reported problems. Contact us with any comments or concerns.
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