Excitement abounds at Mazda with the unveiling of the fourth-generation Mazda3. Refined, retooled, and reinvented, the 2019 Mazda3 is one of the most intriguing new models to come from the Japanese automaker over the past few years. Blending affordability with quality is no easy task, but the Mazda3 seems to do it effortlessly. Beautiful, alluring, and somehow eye-catching without gaudiness, the 2019 Mazda3 is a surefire head-turner this year.
SKYACTIV Technology
One of the most exciting features of the 2019 Mazda3 is that all of its trims receive an engine with SKYACTIV technology. This innovative design provides more power without sacrificing fuel economy. Beneath the hood of the Mazda3 lies a 2.5-liter SKYACTIV four-cylinder engine that dishes out 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. Pairing with its six-speed electronically controlled sport transmission, the Mazda3 accelerates smoothly whether you’re on a straightaway or at the track.
Superb Fuel Economy*
Although the Mazda3 can get up and go when you need it most, its acceleration doesn’t come at the expense of efficiency. With standard front-wheel drive, the Mazda3 earns 36 mpg on the highway, 27 mpg in the city for 30 mpg combined. If you want the added grip and traction of all-wheel drive (which is available for the first time), you won’t break the bank to do so. With this engine, the Mazda3 still gets up to 33 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city for a combined 28 mpg.
*Based on EPA estimates for Mazda3 Sedan with FWD and without Premium Package, 26 city/35 highway. Actual results will vary.
Wider and Longer
Compact sedans can suffer from the short-and-stubby syndrome, where their proportions can seem like an afterthought. However, the wheelbase extends by 1 inch while the car stretches 3.2 inches. Although these dimensions may not seem like a lot, they give the Mazda3 just enough room to have sleek curves and striking lines that make sense. In fact, the 2019 edition of the Mazda3 might just be the best-looking version yet.
The Addition of SKYACTIV-X
While SKYACTIV-G technology is currently bestowed upon all Mazda3 trims, the Japanese auto giant has stated that the next generation of engine design — SKYACTIV-X — isn’t too far behind. Using a compression-ignition capability and a spark-based combustion cycle, SKYACTIV-X engines power the Mazda3 in much the same way as a diesel engine, only by using gasoline. The result is a power that’s similar to the current 2.5-liter engine but with more fuel efficiency, eclipsing even the remarkable 36 mpg currently boasted by the 2019 Mazda3.
Knob Over Touch
An 8.8-inch display screen is one of the most striking additions to the interior of the Mazda3, but unlike many of its competitors, it isn’t a touch screen. Instead, Mazda opts for a dial-based control mounted on the center console. This slick piece of technology is typically only found in high-end luxury cars, giving the Mazda3 yet another welcomed surprise.
Meticulously designed with great attention to detail, the 2019 Mazda3 proves that Mazda can succeed in the sedan market where other companies have failed or withdrawn altogether. Schedule a test drive today to see what makes this vehicle a unique and fun drive. Learn even more about the 2019 Mazda3.
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