Thursday, August 6, 2015

Car Profiles - Mazda 3 Hatchback

MAZDA 3 HATCHBACK

Following the success of its bigger brother (Mazda 6), the 3 has sleek styling plus Mazda's technology such as the i-STOP and i-ELOOP plus full SkyActiv construction in the house all for a reasonable price and is backed by local distributor's generous YOJIN3 program. Too bad the seats are cramped at the back.

The Good: Handling is precise
The Bad: Back seats are tight

Price Range: P945,000-P1,195,000
Our Rating: *****

Last Update: September 18, 2014



OWNERSHIP DETAILS2.0 Speed2.0 V1.5 V
PriceP1,298,000 - Additional P16,000 for Soul RedP1,198,000 - Additional P16,000 for Soul RedP948,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineAtkinson Cycle SKYACTIV-G 2.0 DOHC 16V I4Atkinson Cycle SKYACTIV-G 2.0 DOHC 16V I4SKYACTIV-G 1.5 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower153hp @ 6,000rpm153hp @ 6,000rpm110hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque200Nm @ 4,000rpm200Nm @ 4,000rpm144Nm @ 3,500rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemGasoline Direct InjectionGasoline Direct InjectionGasoline Direct Injection
Transmission6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity51 Liters51 Liters51 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,460mm4,460mm4,460mm
Width1,795mm1,795mm1,795mm
Height1,450mm1,450mm1,450mm
Wheelbase2,700mm2,700mm2,700mm
Curb Weight1,310kg1,310kg1,264kg
Body Style5-Door Hatchback5-Door Hatchback5-Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-LinkMulti-LinkMulti-Link
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesSolid DiscSolid DiscSolid Disc
Tires215/45 R18215/45 R18205/60 R16
Wheels18 Inch Alloy, Black Finish18 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags442
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Stability Control
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneRear Parking Sensors, Engine Immobilizer, LED High Mount Stop Lamp
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontFront
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Auto On/Off Headlamps, Rain Sensing Wipers, Dual Exhaust Pipes, Front Lid, Side and Rear Skirt, Black Door Mirror CoverAdds: Daytime Running Light Accents, LED Tail Lamps, Bi-Xenon HID Headlamps, Sun Roof, Sharks Fin AntennaSide Mirror Signal Repeaters, Exhaust Pipe Finisher, Short Type Antenna
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and TelescopeTilt and TelescopeTilt and Telescope
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentPower, DriverManualManual
Seating MaterialLeather, Ivory WhiteLeather with Carbon Fiber Inserts and Stitching AccentsFabric with Carbon Fiber Inserts
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Brushed Aluminum Scuff PlateAdds: Heads Up Display, Rear View Mirror with Auto Dimming Function, Navigation SD Card (Dealer Option), i-STOP Idling Stop System, i-ELOOP Regenerative Braking SystemPush Button Start/Stop, Paddle Shifter, Digital Tachometer, MZD Connect Commander Control Knob, 60/40 Fold Rear Seats, 12 Volt Power Supply
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering (Electronic), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with FoldSteering (Electronic), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with FoldSteering (Electronic), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomaticAutomaticAutomatic
Audio System7 Inch Touchscreen LCD Monitor AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX with Bluetooth Voice Command and BOSE Sound System7 Inch Touchscreen LCD Monitor AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX with Bluetooth Voice Command and BOSE Sound System7 Inch Touchscreen LCD Monitor AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX with Bluetooth Voice Command and BOSE Sound System
Speakers666
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Audio and BluetoothYes, Audio and BluetoothYes, Audio and Bluetooth
AlarmYes, with Engine ImmobilizerYes, with Engine ImmobilizerYes, with Engine Immobilizer
Keyless EntryYes, with Smart Keyless Entry SystemYes, with Smart Keyless Entry SystemYes
RIVALSFord Focus, Kia Soul, Suzuki SX4

See previous generation models of the 3 Sedan: