yazidzainal Publish time 27-6-2013 12:07 PM

2014 Mazda3 officially unveiled

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Looking sleekand sporty, the model embraces the Kobo design philosophy which has alreadybeen used on the CX-5and Mazda6.The end result is pretty impressive as the car is more stylish and upscale thanits predecessor.
The company'sfive-point grille dominates the front fascia and is equipped with a new activeair-shutter system which helps to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency.Moving further back, there's soft curves and flowing surfaces as well as atailgate-mounted spoiler. Overall, the Mazda3 measures 175.6 inches long, 70.7inches wide and 57.3 inches tall with a wheelbase that spans 106.3 inches - anincrease of 2.4 inches.
The interioralso takes a step in the right direction as it is equipped with higher qualitymaterials an improved design. Notable highlights include a new instrument cluster,satin chrome trim, piano black accents and more comfortable seats which can beupholstered in cloth, leatherette or leather. There's also a new infotainmentsystem with Bluetooth/USB/AUX connectivity as well as the ability to access theinternet via a smartphone. More notably, the Mazda3 has an Active DrivingDisplay that shows important driving information - such as navigationdirections - on a clear panel behind the instrument cluster surround.
In the UnitedStates, the Mazda3 will be offered with two different petrol engines. The2.0-liter SKYACTIV-G produces 155 bhp (115 kW) and 150 lb-ft (203 Nm) oftorque, while the 2.5-liter SKYACTIV-G develops 184 bhp (137 kW) and 185 lb-ft(250 Nm) of torque. They can be paired to a SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual orSKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic.
To improvefuel efficiency, the Mazda3 has i-ELOOPbrake energy regeneration and a SKYACTIV-Body that uses high-strength steelfor "significant weight savings." The company declined to go intospecifics but said European models equipped with the 2.2-liter SKYACTIV-Dengine and the SKYACTIV-MT transmission will weigh 198 pounds (90 kg) less thantheir predecessor.
On thehandling front, engineers retuned the springs, dampers and stabilizer bars forimproved stability and greater ride comfort. The model has also been equippedwith an electric power steering system that promises to deliver improved feeland responsiveness.
The Mazda3will also be offered with a variety of new safety systems including High BeamControl, Blind Spot Monitoring, Forward Obstruction Warning, Smart City BrakeSupport and Radar Cruise Control.


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