MAZDA 3 2017 Review

We all appreciate a well-designed luxury car, and the MAZDA 3 is one such example. MAZDA was founded in 1920, and was first introduced to Japan in 1931. There are now four generations of Mazda 3. Among these, we at CarsGuide are analyzing the MAZDA 3 2017, which belongs to the third generation.

Exterior Design

Let us first take a look at the outside design of the MAZDA 3.
Talking about the front view, there are Halogen headlights, Automatic on/off headlights, daytime running lights and a gloss-black grill. The MAZDA insignia is seen in the center of this grill. Front disc-ventilated brakes have been added.

We can see 16-inch alloy wheels on the side. There are body-colored door handles, as well as motorized and heated side mirrors. It also has power windows that are tinted. The total length is 4580 mm.

When you look at the back, you can see the MAZDA badge on the tailgate. A high-mounted stop light and body-colored bumpers are visible. The rear brakes are of the disc variety.

The MAZDA 3 belongs to the sedan class, and as a result, the vehicle’s average ground clearance is 165 mm. This one, on the other hand, has a 155 mm ground clearance.
When it comes to the boot, it has a capacity of 364 liters, which is good space. This car also comes with a spare wheel.

Interior Design

The interior of the MAZDA 3 is exquisite from the moment you step inside.
Leather seats in the driver’s cabin, with headrests that are adjustable. The driver’s seat must be manually adjusted. These seats, on the other hand, have been created to be comfortable. There is plenty of leg and headroom.

Vanity mirrors with sun visors are available on both the passenger and driver sides. It also has a reading light and a manual day/night rearview mirror. A fairly spacious glove compartment is visible. There is a steering wheel with multiple functions and can be tilted. Telescopic adjustments are available for this. There is a storage compartment under the armrest as well as an armrest in the center console. Door bins and bottle containers are located on both doors. We’ve also been provided two cup holders. There is an analog speedometer, a digital tachometer, dual trip odometers, and a trip computer.
Push-button start, two USB connections, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a six-speaker sound system, HD Radio, and the Mazda Connect infotainment system are all standard.

For the passenger compartment, three leather seats have been installed. All three seats are equipped with seat belts. The seats also have adjustable headrests. The middle seat can be utilized as an armrest if there is no passenger. If necessary, there are two cup holders. Because of the slant of the seats, even a tall person may fit without problem, and there is plenty of headroom. However, there is insufficient legroom. Also, if all three passengers are traveling, you will have a “crowded” sense. Seatback pockets have been installed in both front seats. The passenger compartment also features a reading light. Bottle holders are included in the doors.

Performance

A 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine powers the MAZDA 3. This engine produces 152.9 horsepower, and has a torque of 200 Nm.
A six-speed manual transmission is coupled to the engine. In addition, this vehicle features front wheel drive.

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds, with a maximum speed of 134 km/h. The fuel usage is 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers. So, using this vehicle, we can travel 785 kilometers because its fuel tank holds 51 gallons.

Ride Quality

When it comes to the ride of the MAZDA 3, it has a turning radius of 5.3 m. As a result, the vehicle can typically be turned in a small area. Only when the wind is quiet can you hear the cabin. Body roll is also minimal. So, overall, the MAZDA 3 provides a comfortable ride.

Safety & Technology

When it comes to the safety of the MAZDA 3, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has given the 2017 MAZDA 3 its top accolade, “Top Safety Pick+.” It also achieved top marks in all IIHS crash tests. The basis for winning honors and top ratings in this manner is MAZDA 3’s safety. Six airbags have been installed to protect the driver and passengers in the event of a collision.

It comes standard with a rear-view camera. MAZDA 3 also has blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, rear cross traffic alert, forward collision warning, adaptive headlamps, and traffic sign recognition. There are other safety features like as ABS, AEB stability control, and traction control. In areas like slopes, the hill holder prevents the car from rolling backwards. With all of this, the MAZDA 3 has a safety rating of 9.8 out of 10.