Under the Hood
Mazda3 models now offer a choice of engines:
- Standard 148-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that teams with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission
- Optional 167-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic
- Automatic transmission models include a clutchless-manual mode that lets the driver control gear changes by nudging the console gear selector up or down.
See also:
City Driving
City driving is the Mazda2's forte. I drove the Mazda2 with both available
transmissions: a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic. Obviously, having
the right gear on hand for quick maneuve ...
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver by
monitoring
blind spots on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situations such
as when
changing lanes on ro ...
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission with Manual Shift Mode
These engine technologies are combined with a six- speed automatic
transmission with manual shift mode as standard equipment. This transmission
provides an optimal balance between acceleration, ri ...