Thursday, August 6, 2015

Car Profiles - Mazda 3 Sedan

MAZDA 3 SEDAN

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: Excellent handling, ingenious technology upping the ante in the ever competitive compact class. 
The Bad: Snug back seats. 

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

Last Update: September 18, 2014

OWNERSHIP DETAILS2.0 V1.5 V
PriceP1,195,000 - Additional P16,000 for Soul RedP945,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineAtkinson Cycle SKYACTIV-G 2.0 DOHC 16V I4SKYACTIV-G 1.5 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower153hp @ 6,000rpm110hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque200Nm @ 4,000rpm144Nm @ 3,500rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemGasoline Direct InjectionGasoline Direct Injection
Transmission6-Speed Automatic6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity51 Liters51 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,580mm4,580mm
Width1,795mm1,795mm
Height1,450mm1,450mm
Wheelbase2,700mm2,700mm
Curb Weight1,304kg1,254kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating55
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut McPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-LinkMulti-Link
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesSolid DiscSolid Disc
Tires215/45 R18205/60 R16
Wheels18 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags42
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AssistYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Stability ControlYes, Dynamic Stability Control
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneRear Parking Sensors, Engine Immobilizer, LED High Mount Stop Lamp
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFront
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Daytime Running Light Accents, LED Tail Lamps, Bi-Xenon HID Headlamps, Sun Roof, Ducktail Spoiler, Dual Exhaust Pipe, Auto On/Off HeadlampsSide Mirror Signal Repeaters, Glass Print Antenna, Exhaust Pipe Finisher
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and TelescopeTilt and Telescope
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherLeather
Seating AdjustmentManualManual
Seating MaterialLeather with Carbon Fiber Inserts and Stitching AccentsFabric with Carbon Fiber Inserts
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: 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
Climate ControlAutomaticAutomatic
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 System
Speakers66
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, Audio, Bluetooth, and Active Driving DisplayYes, Audio and Bluetooth
AlarmYes, with Engine ImmobilizerYes, with Engine Immobilizer
Keyless EntryYes, with Smart Keyless Entry SystemYes
RIVALSChevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mitsubishi Lancer EX, Nissan Sylphy, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla Altis


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