A sporty cockpit that improves functional beauty
The new "zone layout" approach focuses on improving visibility and more intuitive controls which provide "a sense of the car and driver as one" and "a reassuring sense of confidence that frees the driver to concentrate on driving." First, the Mazda 3 development team integrated the information display and positioned it towards the front in the optimal "zone." This placed the information necessary while driving where it can be seen with the least amount of eye movement. Next, the engineers placed all the controls and switches within a single "zone" closer to the driver's hands. Designing the cockpit with controls and information display in separate zones frees the driver to concentrate on driving.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each
tire.
If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the
driver via the
warning light in the ...
Satisfying Drivetrain
What you get for your diminished mileage is respectable but not exceptional
acceleration. Though the 2.3-liter four-cylinder (to be replaced in the 2010 by
a 2.5-liter) is pretty robust, the Mazda ...
Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop)
The power retractable hardtop opens/closes electrically by operating switches
in the
vehicle. When opening/closing the hardtop, the hardtop, deck and window glass
operate
together. The hardtop ...


