Which is the best gearbox for a Mazda 3?
The six-speed manual gearbox is simply the best in class. The throw is short, while the action is tactile and mechanical feeling – it’s an absolute joy to use. The six-speed automatic isn’t quite as strong as other auto options out there.
Why was the Mazda 3 redesigned from the ground up?
Mazda talks about having redesigned the car from the ground up, paying attention to everything from reducing ‘visual noise’ in the cabin to reducing friction in the engine.
What’s the top speed of a Mazda 3?
Starting with the basic 2.0-litre four-cylinder SkyActiv-G engine, power stands at 120bhp with peak torque of 213Nm delivered at 4,000rpm. Mazda claims 10.4 seconds from 0-62mph for manual cars, with automatic versions taking 10.8 seconds.
What is the driving position of a Mazda 3?
The driving position is excellent and the ergonomics of the controls are perfect. The wheel is well sized and the rim is thin; ideal for exploiting the Mazda 3’s tidy handling and steering.
How is the Mazda 3 at 60 mph?
The 2018 Mazda 3 evaluated here was equipped almost identically to that car, and it served up similarly impressive performance. The trip to 60 mph took an additional 0.2 second (7.0 seconds flat), and the other dynamic measurements were comparable to other 3s we’ve tested over the years.
What kind of engine does the Mazda 3 have?
The 3 underwent a mild freshening for 2017. This year, Mazda expanded availability of the 184-hp 2.5-liter inline-four engine from the Grand Touring trim (tested here) to the mid-level Touring, and the automaker also more intelligently allocated equipment and options on every model.
What kind of trim does a Mazda 3 have?
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look/Piano Black Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert, Metal-Look Interior Accents and Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror