Safety
Front dual airbags come standard, and side-impact and side curtain airbags are optional. All-disc antilock brakes with brake assist are standard on s models and optional on i models. Traction control is now available on s models.
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Modestly Powered Base Engine
The base 161-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder provides acceptable
performance in city and suburban settings. Acceleration is quick enough, letting
you keep pace with traffic. Where the engine s ...
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-s ...
Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts. ...