Design: inheriting the Mazda 3's established identity while making it more expressive
The design concept for the new Mazda 3 was "remaining faithful to an inherited identity while evolving the design to make it more expressive." While retaining some of the original model's dynamic lines, richer expression was sought to create a more emotional design. As a result, we achieved a powerful design that enhances recognition of Mazda's unique value.
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Class-leading aerodynamics
We adopted a new approach, called "airflow management," to optimally control
the flow of air. Conventional car designs create a large amount of drag, a loss
that adversely affects aerody ...
Cargo & Towing
There's 17.2 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third-row seat. Folding the
third row flat increases the cargo area to 48.4 cubic feet, and folding the
second row flat makes for a total of 100.7 ...
INTERIOR
The inside is where some of those surprising features I mentioned earlier
make themselves known. First off is the sporty red piping that lines the black
seating upholstery. It comes standard in th ...