Under the Hood
The 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the Mazda3 i has variable valve timing and develops 148 horsepower (144 hp in PZEV form). The Mazda3 s uses a 2.3-liter four-cylinder that pumps out 156 hp. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard, and a four-speed automatic transmission with a manual-shift provision is optional for the Mazda3 i. The 2.3-liter engine can mate with a five-speed automatic.
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Safety
Safety equipment includes:
* Standard front, side-impact and side curtain airbags
* Standard antilock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution
* Standard electronic stability system ...
Design - Refreshed Looks and a more aggressive Sports Appearance Package
The European C-MAV segment is not renowned for products with eye-catching designs.
In 2005, Mazda 5 bucked this trend by introducing a stylish, sportier exterior that
stood out in the crowd of loo ...
Aerodynamics
The new, highly sculptured front bumper gives the Mazda 6 facelift a strong
athletic look. In addition to the horseshoe-shape front tyre deflectors, new
plate-type deflectors are added, the front ...