The only change to the lineup was the standardization of side and curtain airbags on the s Sport model. Sport models in s trim get power windows and locks, keyless entry, air conditioning, and cruise control. Includes Wear Item warranty covering pre-mature wear: brakes, clutch linings, remote batteries, wiper blades etc. The front bumper was redesigned and fitted with square fog lamps, and the 16- and 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels also got a new look. Coupes look terrific, but access to the rear seat comes at the expense of doors about as long as Mahler's Fourth Symphony. Dual Stage means: Driver: detects distance of driver from steering wheel Passenger seat: detects weight and will turn off airbag if passenger is under 75.
Primary Use: Commuting to work Love It, Love It, Love It! What's more, the single gaping nostril in the grille will disappear, a styling cue loved only by its creator. Consider: The average 0-to-60-mph sprint in this 10-car group consumes only 7. Performance with the larger engine falls short of some sporty compacts, but it will satisfy most drivers. Two SkyActiv engines are offered in North American markets, the 2. The 3s are nicely made, look terrific, have excellent handling and steering, and are fun to drive.
The range of alloy wheels were redesigned, featuring a 17-inch alloy wheel for the Grand Touring version. Cost of ownership except for the gas has been on the lower side of things, with easy maintenance and low costs. And a great feature is that the center shoulder belt can be tucked away into the headliner, so that it's not in the way when carrying those big items. In the last quarter-century, the Honda Accord has qualified for 10Best honors in all but four years, yet it's never landed on that list by dint of force. The interior of the Mazda3 was offered with several new color choices and an audio jack in the centre console, allowing the use of digital music players. Warm Ivory cloth replaces Taupe cloth No factory Bluetooth is available new headlights and tailights new reflective silver fog light surround new Child seat anchors hidden under flap new Tire Pressure Monitoring now on all models new Key and Remote now integrated in one piece new Telecoping steering wheel on all models. In Europe, three Skyactiv-G gasoline engines are offered, one 1.
If you step up to the superquick 2008 Mazdaspeed3, the engine is a turbocharged 2. Tell the bartender you want to deduct a buck from your next draft beer, and all you'll get is foam, right? Safety All Mazda 3 models have front airbags, but only the s and the Mazdaspeed models have standard front-side and curtain airbags. A rear spoiler is also available. This has not been offered previously. By 5000 rpm, pieces of interior trim begin to buzz. The wagonlike hatchback has small triangular rear quarter windows.
The clutch is nearly frictionless--no problem holding it through an entire red light. Side impact ratings are low, but rise significantly with the addition of optional side curtain airbags. Traction control and an electronic stability system are available on s models. Mazda unveiled the 2010 Mazda3 at the on 19 November 2008. This technology improves both power and fuel economy. And what an interior: upscale fabric seats that are grippy without looking cheesy and malleable textures wherever a finger or forearm might alight. This front-wheel-drive sedan features a front independent and rear multilink suspension and rides on 15-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires.
I had so many more corky issue with my Accord but this car since has had no issue other than wear items that need replaced. As you'd expect, the wagon carries more than the sedan, offering 43. The 3 has been around for a few years, replacing the successful Mazda Protegé, but with a totally new style in 2004. It would have scored higher were it not for the wild dash and for one very un-Honda-like trait: noise. Stability control is optional on s Touring and s Grand Touring models. That engine is generally quiet, but it emits a fair amount of blare when pushed.
The only visibility issue can come from the triangular rear quarter windows. The Grand Touring version adds rain-sensing wipers, high-intensity-discharge headlamps, and an uplevel Bose stereo. The Mazda3 was used as a regular by the alongside the and the in , China. A green indicator light is on when headlights are on. Steering that involves you with road textures while isolating you from kickback. It's a beef we've likewise aired upon stepping out of the Caliber. It delivers 263 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and a potent 280 lb-ft of torque at 3,000 rpm.
Front-seat occupants will find head- and legroom generous, although the passenger's seat does not offer adjustment for either lumbar support or height. The Mazdaspeed3 also offers electronic stability control as standard equipment, and the feature is optional on other models. Then there's a huge digital speedo on the upper half, perched just below the windshield like a pulsing neon eyebrow. This changed the color for the seat and door panel trim to a light beige tone, with color- stitching in some areas. Rear legroom is limited, but foot space is good. Road noise is also present and gets tiring after a few hours on the road. The wagonlike hatchback has small triangular rear quarter windows.
This transmission has now been made standard on the 2. Mazda 2008 3s offer a wide range of body styles, trims, and features to fit most any budget. The sporty cloth bucket seats hold you in place, with a great degree of adjustability. The three spoke steering wheel also houses controls for the cruise control and auxiliary controls for the audio system, all within a leather-wrapped steering rim. That's a reflector in the bumper optional splash guards, shown on 3. Few economy cars on the planet are as visceral, as hard-wired to the driver's inputs. The Legacy is a line of cars with 2 models based on the same platform, the Legacy this page and The Legacy is a sedan, Outback is a wagon.