This Mazda3 is a smart compact four-door sedan, almost a coupe.
Fast with a “Skyactiv” transmission normal and sport modes. The 2.5L engine has a turbo engine boost providing impressive acceleration with 227 horsepower. The 4-cylinder engine provides 26 mpg in the city and 31 on the freeway.
The exterior is a metallic “Machine Gray” that is almost black and blends well with the 18” inch black alloy wheels. The car has the resemblance of a police cruiser with a shark fin antenna.
The Mazda3 is like a young colt, wanting to run and the smooth turbo engine and excellent transmission make high speeds easy.
A special driver alert keeps tabs on the speed displayed on the windshield.
The interior is black and plush, the car excels in appearance both inside and out. Final assembly occurs in Hofu, Japan and the craftsmanship is exceptional in a $35,360 sedan. Both the engine and the transmission are manufactured in Japan. The car has a 60- month, 60,000-mile power train warranty.
The dashboard is simple compared to many of the new hybrid models. Heated seats and steering wheel are easy to control, and a center dial runs the home page of radio, navigation, and communication options.
Outside mirrors are wide and efficient and the LED headlights and taillights are the best in the industry.
A Bose sound system with 12 speakers provides music and channel selections. Power lumbar support for the driver’s leather trimmed seats. A moonroof adds to the mystic of this classy roadster.
The price is right for the many features and the latest safety options that give this Mazda3 a perfect five-star safety rating in all categories.
For work or play, this is a very competitive vehicle that offers power, economy, and style. The best feature is the superior drive and turbo engine acceleration and the steering wheel paddle shifters.
It was hard to obey the speed limits, but the radar cruise control worked well along with the screen safety alerts.