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2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo Part 2 - Alex on Autos
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TheStraightPipes review of the 2021 Mazda 3 Turbo
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More power for Mazda3
Compression ignition petrol squeezes more power from 2-litres.
Some exciting upgrades have been announced for the Mazda3.
One of Japan’s most regarded compact car platforms, the Mazda3 is set to benefit from better engine technology and smoother smart cruise control.
Mazda has always been an innovator with its engine development. Famed for the rotary engine, Mazda has also long resisted turbocharged engines, believing that the true volumetric efficiency did not produce sufficiently lower fuel consumption.
Its new SkyActiv-X engine features incredible compression ignition petrol technology. Whereas direct-injection has done much to lower charge temperatures and increase efficiency, Mazda’s ability to find a workable spark-controlled compression ignition set-up has made its SkyActiv-X 2-litre a terrific achievement.
Engineers have managed to optimize the Mazda3 petrol engine’s combustion and reprogrammed its software, to deliver more power. With outputs of 140 kW and 240 Nm, it compares very favourably to the 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that does duty in the CX-5.
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Compression ignition petrol squeezes more power from 2-litres.
Some exciting upgrades have been announced for the Mazda3.
One of Japan’s most regarded compact car platforms, the Mazda3 is set to benefit from better engine technology and smoother smart cruise control.
Mazda has always been an innovator with its engine development. Famed for the rotary engine, Mazda has also long resisted turbocharged engines, believing that the true volumetric efficiency did not produce sufficiently lower fuel consumption.
Its new SkyActiv-X engine features incredible compression ignition petrol technology. Whereas direct-injection has done much to lower charge temperatures and increase efficiency, Mazda’s ability to find a workable spark-controlled compression ignition set-up has made its SkyActiv-X 2-litre a terrific achievement.
Engineers have managed to optimize the Mazda3 petrol engine’s combustion and reprogrammed its software, to deliver more power. With outputs of 140 kW and 240 Nm, it compares very favourably to the 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that does duty in the CX-5.
More power for Mazda3
Compression ignition petrol squeezes more power from 2-litres. Some exciting upgrades have been announced for the Mazda3. One of Japan’s most regarded compact car platforms, the Mazda3 is set to benefit from better engine technology and smoother smart cruise control. Mazda has always been an...
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Updated Mazda3 (with more power for SkyActiv-X) detailed in Japan
Mazda in Japan has released details of its updated Mazda3 hatchback and sedan range, which includes a power boost for the SkyActiv-X engine.
When this 2,0-litre, four-cylinder “spark-plug-controlled compression ignition” engine debuted in the Mazda3, it generated 132 kW and 224 N.m. This latest update, however, sees those peak outputs increase to 140 kWand 240 N.m.
Of course, this powertrain is not available in South Africa, with the company’s local arm saying the country’s fuel quality prevents it from offering the SkyActiv-X option here.
In addition, models equipped with the SkyActiv-D 1,8-litre turbodiesel mill (likewise not available locally) now make 95 kW (up from 85 kW), while maximum twisting force of 270 N.m is offered over a wider engine speed range (1 600-2 600 r/min).
Updated Mazda3 (with more power for SkyActiv-X) detailed in Japan…
Mazda in Japan has released details of its updated Mazda3 hatchback and sedan range, which includes a power boost for the Skyactiv-X engine.
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savagegeese review of the 2021 Mazda3 Turbo
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Mazda 3 100 years - Basically Perfect - LibeRebil
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The 2021 Mazda3 Turbo Is a Cool AWD Hot Hatchback - Doug DeMuro
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CarTell.tv review of the 2021 Mazda 3 X20 Astina
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Alex on Autos review of the 2021 Mazda3 Turbo Sedan
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Mazda3 2,5 Turbo: right-hand-drive production ‘not ruled out entirely’
A Mazda executive from Australia says right-hand-drive production of the Mazda3 2,5 Turbo has not been “entirely” ruled out.
Revealed for North America in mid-2020, the Mazda3 2,5 Turbo is currently built only in left-hand drive.
Alastair Doak, Mazda Australia marketing director, told GoAuto.com.au he would continue to push for a right-hand-drive version of the hottest Mazda3.
“We’re very jealous as it’s not available in right-hand drive at this point, and that’s just a resource/volume thing,” Doak said.
“So we keep asking and we will continue to keep asking. It’s not ruled entirely out but it’s not ruled in, it’s just the case of every time we see the programme managers [who] can influence the decisions, we keep going, ‘remember, remember’, so we’ll keep doing that.”
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A Mazda executive from Australia says right-hand-drive production of the Mazda3 2,5 Turbo has not been “entirely” ruled out.
Revealed for North America in mid-2020, the Mazda3 2,5 Turbo is currently built only in left-hand drive.
Alastair Doak, Mazda Australia marketing director, told GoAuto.com.au he would continue to push for a right-hand-drive version of the hottest Mazda3.
“We’re very jealous as it’s not available in right-hand drive at this point, and that’s just a resource/volume thing,” Doak said.
“So we keep asking and we will continue to keep asking. It’s not ruled entirely out but it’s not ruled in, it’s just the case of every time we see the programme managers [who] can influence the decisions, we keep going, ‘remember, remember’, so we’ll keep doing that.”
Mazda3 2,5 Turbo: right-hand-drive production 'not ruled out entirely'
A Mazda executive from Australia says right-hand-drive production of the Mazda3 2,5 Turbo has not been “entirely” ruled out. Revealed for North America in mid-2020, the Mazda3 2,5 Turbo is currently built only in left-hand drive.
www.carmag.co.za
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Mazda 3 e-Skyactiv-X GT Sport 2021 UK review
Should I buy one?
Mazda’s increasingly familiar, equipment-rich pricing strategy means you’ll probably need to consider a 3 alongside VWs, Audis and BMWs, rather than Fords, Seats and Kias; but it also doesn’t skimp on kit, so if you do like a well-equipped hatchback, it might still make sense. Entry-level cars get a head-up display, that smart-looking and well-featured infotainment system, and a host of driver assistance systems as standard. Our test car added heated leather seats, a reversing camera and a Bose premium stereo for no extra outlay.
Even allowing for all that, you’ll probably have to ascribe value to this car’s key strengths to pick it. They’re not really the kind of strengths to stand out on paper in a technical comparison with rivals, either. You’ll certainly see one of the main ones when you first lay eyes on the car, though - and there are plenty more to find from the driver’s seat.
www.autocar.co.uk
Should I buy one?
Mazda’s increasingly familiar, equipment-rich pricing strategy means you’ll probably need to consider a 3 alongside VWs, Audis and BMWs, rather than Fords, Seats and Kias; but it also doesn’t skimp on kit, so if you do like a well-equipped hatchback, it might still make sense. Entry-level cars get a head-up display, that smart-looking and well-featured infotainment system, and a host of driver assistance systems as standard. Our test car added heated leather seats, a reversing camera and a Bose premium stereo for no extra outlay.
Even allowing for all that, you’ll probably have to ascribe value to this car’s key strengths to pick it. They’re not really the kind of strengths to stand out on paper in a technical comparison with rivals, either. You’ll certainly see one of the main ones when you first lay eyes on the car, though - and there are plenty more to find from the driver’s seat.
Mazda turns to a bigger 'atmo' petrol engine to confound convention and drive its family hatchback up shopping lists | Autocar
Japanese firm puts its new-age petrol engine into its fourth-generation family hatchback, and adds 2.5-litre option alongside
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Chasing Cars review of the 2021 Mazda 3 sedan
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Hyundai i30 v Mazda 3 v Toyota Corolla Hybrid | Best Small Car | Drive Car of the Year 2021
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MotorMatters review of the Mazda 3 100th Anniversary Edition
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2022 Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Mazda3 // Drag & Roll Race - Throttle House
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Mazda3 2,0 SkyActiv G gets Knight Sports bodykit and power upgrade!
While production-run Mazdas are usually rather reserved, the aftermarket builds tend to be rather dynamic. One such example is this Mazda3 2,0 SkyActiv G which has been fitted with a Knight Sports body kit along some other notable performance upgrades at the hands of Progressive SR.
Giving the Mazda3 2,0 SkyActiv G its dynamic visuals is a Knight Sports front bumper with custom carbon honeycomb lips, extended grille blades, custom cut-out functional air vents and a set of carbon canards. The front visuals are completed with an Odula carbon-painted bonnet. At the profile, a pair of custom design MZ Vision Version 3 skirts is applied while the rear boasts a custom bumper molded from the Aspec PPV400 Golf R.
Under the bonnet of the Mazda3 2,0 SkyActiv G sits naturally aspirated 2,0-litre four-cylinder engine delivering 90 kW and 213 N.m of torque to the fronts in standard guise. Using a BMC filter, stage two tuning and an Armytrix valvetronic exhaust system with blue flame tips, Progressive SR is able to increase this output to 146 kW and 267 N.m of torque.
Mazda3 2,0 SkyActiv G gets Knight Sports bodykit and power upgrade!
While production-run Mazdas are usually rather reserved, the aftermarket builds tend to be rather dynamic. One such example is this Mazda3 2,0 SkyActiv G which has been fitted with a Knight Sports body kit along some other notable performance upgrades at the hands of Progressive SR.
www.carmag.co.za
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Mazda3 sedan discontinued in South Africa due to “reduced interest”
The Mazda3 sedan has officially been withdrawn from the local offering in South Africa. This decision comes just two years after the latest generation was introduced to our local market alongside the hatchback.
The official response regarding this decision states “Mazda Southern Africa has taken the decision to run out existing stock on the Mazda3 sedan. This is in line with the further decline of this vehicle segment in the South African Market, and the reduced interest we have seen from consumers. The Mazda3 hatch version will remain part of the vehicle line-up.”
Upon its arrival, the Mazda3 sedan was available in South Africa with two engine and transmission options and four trim levels. The range started things off with the Active which employed the brand’s naturally aspirated 1,5-litre four-cylinder with a six-speed manual gearbox. The flagship of the range was the Astina which made use of the naturally aspirated 2,0-litre four-pot with a six-speed torque converter. This variation remains unchanged in the hatch line up.
Revised pricing for the hatch line-up is as follows:
1,5 Active 6MT: R380 200
1,5 Dynamic 6MT: R395 200
1,5 Dynamic 6AT: R408 500
1,5 Individual 6MT: R445 100
1,5 Individual 6AT: R458 500
2,0 Astina 6AT: R499 700
Hoping Mazda Southern Africa will soon add the new turbocharged Mazda3 to its local range? Well, we’ve got some bad news for you.
The Japanese firm’s local arm has confirmed to CARmag.co.za the “turbocharged engine [in the Mazda3] is only offered to the North American market for the next few years”.
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The Mazda3 sedan has officially been withdrawn from the local offering in South Africa. This decision comes just two years after the latest generation was introduced to our local market alongside the hatchback.
The official response regarding this decision states “Mazda Southern Africa has taken the decision to run out existing stock on the Mazda3 sedan. This is in line with the further decline of this vehicle segment in the South African Market, and the reduced interest we have seen from consumers. The Mazda3 hatch version will remain part of the vehicle line-up.”
Upon its arrival, the Mazda3 sedan was available in South Africa with two engine and transmission options and four trim levels. The range started things off with the Active which employed the brand’s naturally aspirated 1,5-litre four-cylinder with a six-speed manual gearbox. The flagship of the range was the Astina which made use of the naturally aspirated 2,0-litre four-pot with a six-speed torque converter. This variation remains unchanged in the hatch line up.
Revised pricing for the hatch line-up is as follows:
1,5 Active 6MT: R380 200
1,5 Dynamic 6MT: R395 200
1,5 Dynamic 6AT: R408 500
1,5 Individual 6MT: R445 100
1,5 Individual 6AT: R458 500
2,0 Astina 6AT: R499 700
Hoping Mazda Southern Africa will soon add the new turbocharged Mazda3 to its local range? Well, we’ve got some bad news for you.
The Japanese firm’s local arm has confirmed to CARmag.co.za the “turbocharged engine [in the Mazda3] is only offered to the North American market for the next few years”.
Mazda3 sedan discontinued in South Africa due to "reduced interest"
The Mazda3 sedan has officially been withdrawn from the local offering in South Africa. This decision comes just two years after the latest generation was introduced to our local market alongside the hatchback.
www.carmag.co.za
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RIP sedan.
I envisioned it as my next car. Such a pity as I find it better looking and more useful than the hatch.
I wonder how long the hatch will last.
Drives me mad that people will rather get the much smaller CX-3 or similar because 'SUV'. I can't wait for this fad to be over.
I envisioned it as my next car. Such a pity as I find it better looking and more useful than the hatch.
I wonder how long the hatch will last.
Drives me mad that people will rather get the much smaller CX-3 or similar because 'SUV'. I can't wait for this fad to be over.