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Mazda confirms turbocharged Mazda3 hatch: 170kW/420Nm

Mazda has confirmed its much-lauded 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol will find its way into the new turbocharged Mazda3, although it’s not yet confirmed for Australia. Confirmed by Mazda Mexico in a video release, the forced fed Mazda3 will deliver 170kW and 420Nm, identical to the Australian delivered Mazda6, CX-9 and …

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Mazda3 TCR race car unveiled

Mazda Motorsports announced today the newest addition to its motorsports program with the unveiling of the all-new Mazda3 TCR race car. The Mazda3 TCR will hit the racetrack as part of the 2020 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, beginning with the four-hour Endurance Challenge that is part of the Rolex 24 …

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2019 Mazda3 Review – great leap for the 3

 The Mazda3 is a special car. I owned a first-generation model for 8 years and its entertaining dynamics and sharp handling always brought joy to my journeys, big or small. It was one of the most stylish small cars on the road with an equally smart interior, and it …

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2019 Mazda3 sedan pricing and specifications

Mazda Australia has announced pricing and specifications for its all-new Mazda3 sedan just a month after the launch of the hatch, with the sedan adopting an almost identical range and pricing as its twin-under-the-skin.  Priced from $24,990 for the manual base model and maxing out at $37,990 for a top-spec …

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2019 Mazda3: pricing jumps as new model heads upmarket

Mazda Australia has announced pricing and specifications for the initial variants of the next-generation Mazda3, with prices going up across the range as the new model heads upmarket.  Upon launch, two carry-over engines are set to be offered – the ‘G20’ 2.0-litre four-cylinder producing 114kW and 200Nm; and the ‘G25’ …

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Mazda rules out MPS3 hot hatch and RX rotary sports car

Mazda has officially ruled out the return of the much-loved Mazda3 MPS hot hatch, which ended with the second-generation model with no replacement planned. Speaking to Drive at the launch of the 2019 Mazda3 at the Los Angeles Motor Show, Akira Marumoto, President and CEO of Mazda quashed all hopes …

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2019 Mazda3 hatch and sedan unveiled at the LA Auto Show

Mazda has finally lifted the covers on both sedan and hatchback forms of the next-generation Mazda3 at the Los Angeles Auto Show, with the new model debuting the company’s SkyActiv-X spark-controlled compression ignition engine.  Sporting a new platform and totally redesigned bodywork heavily inspired by the Kai concept shown in …

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2019 Mazda3 spied with interior shots

The next-generation Mazda3 hatchback has been spotted testing on the streets of Germany ahead of its global debut at the Los Angeles motor show later this month. Heavily camouflaged, the new model can be seen opting a more mature interpretation of the brand’s Kodo design that embodies the essence of Japanese …

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All-new 2019 Mazda3 to debut at Los Angeles Motor Show

Mazda has confirmed the all-new 2019 Mazda3 range will make their global debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show which opens its doors on 30 November. Unlike its main rival, the Toyota Corolla, Mazda will simultaneously unveil both the Mazda3 sedan and hatch to the world, which it says mark the …

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Mazda to preview next-gen Mazda3 and new KODO design at Tokyo

Mazda will exhibit two concept models at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, one that heralds the company’s next-generation products and another that embodies the direction of the company’s next-generation design. The product concept model, a compact hatchback, is expected to preview the next-generation Mazda3. Combining  next-generation technology and design the …

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2017 facelifted Mazda3 brings better value

Mazda has rejuvenated its popular Mazda3 range with minor styling tweaks along with additional features and price reductions. The refreshed model sports a new front grille and signature wing combined with a new front bumper. LED foglamps are now standard on all models bar the entry-level Neo, while electric folding …

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Diesel-powered XD Astina joins Mazda3 range

The top-selling Mazda3 range has expanded with the addition of a diesel option – the new Mazda3 XD Astina. Available in hatchback only, the XD is available in two transmission types – a 6-speed SKYACTIV-MT manual or a 6-speed SKYACTIV-Drive automatic. The Mazda3 XD Astina sits at the top of the line-up …

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Mazda introduces Kuroi sports pack for the 2014 Mazda3

Mazda Australia has introduced the Kuroi sports pack for the recently launched 2014 Mazda3. Meaning black in Japanese, it is developed by the same people that created the award-winning ‘KODO – Soul of Motion’ design language for the brand. As its name implies, the pack consists of a black front …

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