2017 Mazda 3 (3rd Generation facelift)

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FAST FACTS

Model: Mazda3 2,0 Astina Plus Auto
Price: R407 900
Engine: 2,0-litre, four cylinder, naturally aspirated
Power: 121 kW @ 6 000 r/min
Torque: 210 N.m @ 4 000 r/min
0-100 km/h: 8,9 seconds
Top Speed: 195 km/h
Fuel Consumption: 7,0 L/100 km
CO2: 139 g/100 km
Transmission: Six-Speed Automatic
Maintenance Plan: 3 year/unlimited km Service Plan

http://www.carmag.co.za/driving_impression/driven-mazda3-hatch-20-astina-plus-auto/

 

[Drifter]

Thats really nice, How much is the manual?

 

[Vegeta]

Is that 400k with a four?

 

[FiestaST]

Thats really nice, How much is the manual?

 

[Drifter]

So in Astina guise, you only get the Auto, yet the road test says stick with the manual. I'm confused.

 

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http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/our-cars/mazda-3-fastback-long-term-test-review-practicality-test

 

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The Mazda3 2.0 Astina Plus is priced from R407 900 and is sold with a 3-year/unlimited km warranty and a 3-year/unlimited km service plan.

http://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/mazda3-20-astina-plus-automatic-2016-review/42711/

 

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https://youtu.be/AiFq39P_d_E

 

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Lekker 2.2 diesel model. Not for SA

http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/mazda/3/first-drives/2016-mazda-3-22d-150-sport-nav-review

 

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How to update MZD Connect firmware

https://youtu.be/UIGtsaeVftA

 

[Vegeta]

Still no android auto. Come on!!

 

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http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/o...long-term-test-review-hatchback-versus-saloon

 

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FACTS

Mazda3, the Astina 2.0 Plus

Engine: 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol

Gearbox: Six-speed automatic

Power: 121kW @ 6000rpm

Torque: 210Nm @ 4000rpm

0-100km/h (claimed): 8.9 seconds

Top speed (claimed): 195km/h

Price: R408 400

Warranty: Three-year / unlimited distance

Service plan: Three-year / unlimited distance

MAZDA3 VS ITS RIVALS

Mazda Astina 2.0 Plus AT (121kW/210Nm) - R408 400

Ford Focus 1.5T Trend AT (132kW/240Nm) - R335 840 (includes driver assistance package worth R11 940)

Kia Cerato hatch 2.0 EX AT (118kW/194Nm) - R353 995

Opel Astra hatch 1.6T Sport (147kW/300Nm) - R394 800

VW Golf 1.4 TSI Highline (110kW/250Nm) - R374 700

Honda Civic hatch 1.8 Executive AT (104kW/174Nm) - R370 200

http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/road-tests/new-high-tech-for-astina-plus---at-a-price-2090981

 

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https://youtu.be/-2ciw3xMbSM

 

[DrJohnZoidberg]

Still no android auto. Come on!!

You can install it if you want, but it's a bit risky.

[video=youtube;aFYsfnatReo]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFYsfnatReo[/video]

 

[Brawler]

Prices have climbed to quickly. Last year when I was looking I could get the Astina for R324k and the Rand is stronger now...

 

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MAZDA PREPPING NEW PETROL MILLS … SANS SPARK PLUGS?

Mazda will reportedly use the fourth-generation Mazda3 to introduce a new type of engine technology that eschews spark plugs and is capable of cutting fuel use by as much as 30%.

According to Nikkei, the second generation of the Japanese manufacturer’s Skyactiv petrol engine range will employ something called homogenous charge compression ignition (HCCI) technology, an unconventional yet potentially highly efficient method of combustion.

HCCI technology uses pressure rather than spark plugs to ignite the mix of fuel and air, much like a conventional diesel powertrain. Theoretically, with this lean-burning technology, less fuel is used and exhaust emissions are reduced.

The report estimates that the use of the technology could see the next-generation Mazda3’s fuel consumption figure fall as low as 3,3 L/100 km.

If Mazda does indeed roll out these new Skayactiv engines in 2018, the brand would be the first to employ HCCI technology in mainstream production vehicles, with a view to gradually applying it to other models in its range.

http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/mazda-prepping-new-petrol-mills-sans-spark-plugs/

 

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