The car "Mazda 3" 3 generation description, features and reviews
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In early November 2013, our market was hit by a car "Mazda 3" 3 generations. The transition has transformed the car on all fronts: new design, new equipment and powertrain, modified chassis, etc. In addition, in contrast to the "Mazda 3" 2 generations, our hero is much more likely to hit motorists who since the first “boards” have become fans of this model.
Brief history
"Mazda 3" (1 generation) saw the world in 2004. The model was very successful and for several years was selling really well. But the subsequent generation, which debuted in 2008, failed to keep the clientele, fell in love with the first version of the model. And even restyling 2011, which seems to have been taken into account all the sins of the creators, did not help. Thus, the model simply needed to restart and create a new sample that would be able to surprise the audience in the same way as the first version. And there "Mazda 3" 3-generation, which had its world premiere in the summer of 2013. Let's find out if Japanese designers to create a car worthy of the first “boards”!
Appearance
“Third Mazda” received a completely new design concept called KODO. It gives the car a more dynamic appearance than before. Japanese designers say they wanted to give the car character Cheetah, thus underlining its driving capabilities. Admittedly, designers have worked 100 % – the machine had an interesting rapid silhouette. It creates a powerful wheel arches, a predatory front end and a muscular side punch.
Dimensions
As before, the model is available in two body variants: sedan and hatchback. The dimensions of the machine slightly increased the length of the sedan is smooth 4 585 mm, and the hatchback – 4 465 mm. Width and height are identical for both body versions of 1 795 and 1 450 mm, respectively. The wheelbase of the car "Mazda 3" 3 generations is equal to 2 700 mm, ground clearance-160 mm. the Sedan has a boot capacity of 408 litres, and the hatchback – 100 litres less.
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Interior
The Interior of this model is largely borrowed from the latest-generation “the Mazda 6". However, with a different layout and a reduced position, the front panel looks a whole lot easier, lighter, and quieter. Traditionally, the transition to a new generation of «Mazda» receives higher quality materials, improved sound insulation and an increased level of equipment.
Equipment
Main technical innovation, which boasts a "Mazda 3" 3-generation – a completely new multimedia system with 7 inch display and voice control. In top trim, the car has also received a projection display and a broad range of active safety systems, ranging from the monitoring of blind spots and ending with tracking within the band.
Under the hood
Our market is new "Mazda 3” can be equipped with three petrol atmospheric motors.
Junior motor is familiar to those who went to the car "Mazda 3" of the second generation. This four-cylinder 104-horsepower engine capacity of 1.6 liters. Maximum engine power is achieved at 6 thousand revolutions per minute. And the peak torque (144 Nm) falls on the 4 thousand revs. This engine can be aggregated as a 6-speed mechanics or 4-speed automatic. With manual gearbox the engine can accelerate the car to speed of 187 km/h. the first “hundreds” can be reached in 12.8 seconds. In tandem with a manual transmission this engine consumes on average 5.7 litres of fuel per 100 kilometers. The car with the same engine, but automatic transmission became slower and hungry. Its maximum speed is 177 km/h acceleration to 100 km/h in leaves of 13.5 C. the average consumption of gasoline per 100 kilometers is 6.3 liters.
The Second completely new motor for our market, it belongs to the breed of SkyActiv. With the same 1.5 liters volume and 4 cylinders it makes 120 horsepower at 6,000 rpm. Torque is 150 Nm, and its peak at 4 000 rpm. This engine works exclusively with an automatic transmission on 6-speed. This CAT also became a novelty for our market. A car with such equipment capable of speeds of 191 km/h acceleration to 100 km/h it spends for 11.6 sec. Per 100 kilometers this car need 5,8 liter of 95-octane gasoline.
Well and the third motor – a flagship, it also refers to the family SkyActiv. Its volume is 2 liters. And the direct injection system allows “squeeze” from the engine a little more. Such a motor is available only for the top trim "Mazda 3". It is aggregated exclusively for automatic transmission 6-speed. The engine has an output of 160 horsepower at 6 500 rpm. The limit torque is 210 Nm and is achieved at 4 000 rpm. Top-end engine with new automatic transmission provides the most vivid dynamics. Top speed of this car is 210 km/h And to accelerate to 100 km/h needs just 8.9 seconds. For every 100 kilometers of a top car consumes 6.2 liters of gasoline.
Ecology
All motors comply with the requirements of standard Euro-4. And in 2014, the company «Mazda» introduced a hybrid version of “boards”. It includes a 99-horsepower four-cylinder Bozinovic capacity of 99 horsepower. The total capacity of the petrol and electric motors is 136 HP With all this, the car consumes just 3.2 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.
Platform
The car Chassis is built on a completely new platform, which was used only in “the Mazda 6" of the past generation. From the old platform is almost nothing left. Its highly processed, simplified and improved, using modular textures and a new layout of the front suspension. This allows you to use the platform on multiple models as a universal. One of splattermania "Mazda 3" has become a model CX-5. The hero of this review has got absolutely all platform advantages: lightness, strength, great handling and stability on the road. The machine may even be a contender to get into the higher class.
The Front suspension is a traditional “McPherson” with the new attachment points and upgraded elastokinematic. The rear remained familiar from the previous models memorycache, however, the new settings and the details are allowed to breathe new life into it. Modern technology and design solutions allowed the Japanese to significantly reduce noise and vibration. Coupled with the improved noise isolation of salon this greatly increases the level of comfort, with which the “third” «Mazda" has always been a problem.
The Car, as before, remains front-wheel drive. There were rumors that the Japanese company wants to start production of “charged” of MPS hatchback with all-wheel drive, which very well would fit into the new platform. However, the hopes of buyers were shattered, as the company still refused the idea.
Specifications and prices
In our market "Mazda 3" of 2014, offered in four trim levels: Drive, Active, Active+ and Supreme. The sedan comes in four variants and equipment of the hatchback starts with the second version – is Active. Drive basic equipment includes ABS+EBD, airbags (front and side), dynamic stabilization of DSC, halogen optics, sensor wheels, cloth upholstery, audio system, full set of electric Windows and dokado. The second modification – Active – also has a trip computer, leather steering wheel, headlight washers, lumbar support for driver's seat, air conditioning, audio system with Bluetooth and USB, as well as the level sensor washer fluid. More expensive versions differ in the quality of the interior materials and some additional electronic systems. The price of "Mazda 3" 2014 model year ranges from 17 to 24 thousand dollars depending on body and equipment.
"Mazda 3": feedback
3 generation for car – a little. However, the "Mazda 3" managed to make a huge leap forward during this time. And this fact is fully confirmed by reviews. The model was able to meet all expectations and go in popularity on the level of the car "Mazda 3" of the first generation. The owners are exceptionally positive about the car, noting its interesting design, good ride quality and comfortable cabin. Some people do not like that car too small clearance, but it's a city sedan with racing instincts, and he can't be high in principle. There is also a disadvantage, which is celebrated by many – low level of noise. This is probably the only reason to do the tuning. "Mazda 3" 3 generation otherwise completely lives up to its price, and to finish there is nothing. Maybe in a few years emerge some pitfalls, but until the model is new, it is very reliable – in addition to replacing "consumables" owners don't care.
Thus, the model perfectly fit into the modern car market. It enjoys popularity among young people due to its brightness and dynamism.
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