The All-New Mazda3 at a glance

Exterior

• Design theme: "Remaining faithful to an inherited identity while evolving the design to make it more expressive."
• Powerful emotional design with a richer expression and more dynamic stance
• Two distinct body styles - hatchback and sedan
• A new purposeful face that integrates the front grille's lower section into the 5-point grille to further distinguish the unique character of the Mazda brand
• Aerodynamics improved with drag coefficient (Cd) of only 0.28 (sedan) and 0.30 (hatchback), among the best in the segment
• All design elements focus on and flow into the centre to express power and dynamism
• Subtly curving lines along the sides and a wedge-shaped character line extending from the prominent front fenders communicate dynamism that makes the model appear to be about to run and reflect a design theme shared with the Mazda2 and Mazda6
• The bold curve and low centre of gravity of the protruding rear shoulders on the 5-door hatchback inherit the distinctive 'Mazda3 look' established by the previous model
• Sedan has the refined flowing lines of a coupe silhouette
• Functional beauty is embodied in the design of the airflow management system
• Minimal gaps between body panels signify solid quality
• Sedan and hatchback are longer (SDN: 4,580 mm, +90 mm / 5HB: 4,460, +45 mm, and for the Sports high grade versions 4,490 mm, +55 mm) and taller at 1,470 mm, +5 mm
  

Interior

• 6-to-11% noise reduction vs. previous generation, thanks to aerodynamic work, increased suspension rigidity, optimal positioning of vibration dampening materials, increased bodyshell and panel rigidity
• Sporty and sophisticated interior design that combines a sense of roominess with a dashboard turned to the driver for a 'one-with-the-car' feeling
• Use of soft grained surface material on the upper section of the dashboard combines with minimal join lines to achieve a vastly improved look of interior quality
• Practical centre console with sliding armrest
• Gear shift lever placed closer to driver for easier shifting
• State of the art ergonomics and HMI with 'zone layout' for less distraction from the road
• New multi-information display (MID)
• New interactive lighting control and illumination entry system
• New sport seats with optional 3 memory function plus 2 integrated in the keyless entry and start system transmitter
• 10-speaker Bose® premium surround sound system, with Audiopilot2® noise compensation and Centerpoint® surround system
• Hands-free system for Bluetooth-equipped cell phones and mobile audio players

Powertrains

• New MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbo diesel with high and standard power versions both meeting Euro stage V emission standards. Mazda unique technology diesel particulate filter (DPF) offering reduced regeneration times
• High power version: 136 kW/185 PS at 3,500 rpm and 400 Nm of maximum torque at just 1,800-3,000 rpm and combined fuel consumption of 5.6 l/100 km (CO2: 149 g/km)
• Standard power version: 110 kW/150 PS at 3,500 rpm and 360 Nm of maximum torque at 1,800-2,600 rpm and combined fuel consumption of 5.4 l/100 km (CO2: 144 g/km)
• MZ-CD 1.6-litre turbo diesel with diesel particulate filter (DPF) produces 80 kW/109 PS at 4,000 rpm and 240 Nm of maximum torque at just 1,750 rpm, and uses 0.3 litres less than the previous generation with a combined fuel consumption of 4.5 l/100 km (CO2: 119 g/km)
• MZR 2.0-litre petrol produces 110kW/150 PS at 6,500 rpm and maximum torque of 187 Nm at 4,000 rpm, with five-speed Automatic transmission and manual-shift mode, it has a combined fuel consumption of 7.7 l/100 km (CO2: 183 g/km)
• MZR 1.6-litre petrol produces 77 kW/105 PS at 6,000 rpm and maximum torque of 145 Nm at 4,000 rpm, and uses 0.6 litres less than the previous generation with a combined fuel consumption of 6.3 l/100 km (CO2: 149 g/km)
• New catalyst that uses single nanotechnology for 2.0-litre petrol engine

Chassis & Safety

• Despite larger dimensions and more equipment, all-new Mazda3 weights up to 15 kg less
• Major evolution of the C-platform for more balance between the sports/comfort ratio
• 17% increase in use of high and ultra-high strength steels vs. outgoing model
• Double-digit increases in flexural and torsional rigidity for improved handling and safety
• Newly evolved MacPherson strut front suspension
• Newly evolved multilink rear suspension
• Electro-hydraulic power assist steering introduced to all versions for a light, but stable steering feel and reduced fuel consumption
• ABS, EBD, brake assist, traction control system (TCS) DSC, front, side, and curtain airbags are standard on all models, in all markets
• High-intensity Bi-xenon headlamps, pivoting adaptive front lighting system, emergency stop signal (ESS), rear vehicle monitoring (RVM), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and parking sensor system (optional)

*Preliminary data, subject to final homologation

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