IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The
current-generation Mazda3 has scored dozens of accolades globally,
including being named a Car and Driver 10Best-winner every
year since its introduction, landing as a top-three World Car of
the Year finalist and being named both as an Automobile
Magazine "All-Star" and an ALG Residual Value Award winner.
For the 2017 model year, Mazda3 returns refined and repackaged
with more standard content, including G-Vectoring Control, a
Mazda-exclusive technology that uses the engine to refine steering
and handling to match the driver's inputs, and enhanced sound
insulation to complement Mazda3's redesigned, upscale interior.
Mazda3's trim levels have also been simplified, and those
seeking the engagement of driving a car equipped with a manual
transmission will be happy to discover that the top-level,
stick-shift Mazda3 Grand Touring will now be available with the
Premium Package and i-ACTIVSENSE suite of advanced safety
technologies. Both were previously reserved for Mazda3 models
equipped with the available automatic transmission.
"We are more than happy to give our customers what they want
with greater availability of the manual transmission," said
Robert Davis, senior VP, U.S.
Operations, MNAO. "Mazda3 has a nearly 15-percent take rate for its
manual transmission, with most of those buyers opting for higher
trim levels. Where so many competitors have retreated in the
segment, we see an opening to engage those who enjoy the driving
experience without compromise."
As with last year, Mazda3 comes in Sport, Touring and Grand
Touring trim levels. But instead of models being designated as "i"
(2.0-liter engine) or "s" (2.5-liter engine), Mazda has simplified
the lineup with Sport and Touring models being equipped with the
smaller engine and Touring 2.5 and Grand Touring models being
equipped with the larger offering.
Entry Mazda3 Sport models come equipped with a 155-horsepower
SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter engine, paired with either a SKYACTIV-MT
six-speed manual transmission or a SKYACTIV-DRIVE six-speed
automatic that is newly standard with a selectable Sport Mode
toggle switch that recalibrates the transmission for more spirited
driving. Additionally, Sport models come equipped with a new
electronic parking brake, power mirrors, variable-intermittent
wipers, power windows with a one-touch driver's window, power door
locks, remote keyless entry, push-button start, and a seven-inch
MAZDA CONNECTTM display that integrates Bluetooth
hands-free phone pairing and audio streaming as well as HD Radio,
USB audio devices, Pandora, Aha and other functions. MAZDA
CONNECTTM can be controlled via steering wheel-mounted
buttons, voice commands, touchscreen or via Mazda's Commander
control knob.
Mazda3 Sport sedan models can be further upgraded with the
Preferred Equipment Package, which includes 16-inch alloy wheels,
heated side mirrors with integrated turn signal lamps, Advanced
Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, rain-sensing
wipers, automatic on/off headlights, bright beltline trim, premium
cloth-trimmed sport seats and satin trim throughout the interior,
among other equipment. These features are not available on
five-door Mazda3 Sport models except for the 16-inch alloy wheels,
which are standard equipment.
Mazda3 Touring sedan and five-door models build upon the Sport
with Preferred Equipment Package with a new-design 18-inch wheel
package, Smart City Brake Support, dual-zone automatic climate
control, Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, six-way power driver's seat
with manual lumbar adjustment, heated leatherette front seats and a
leather-wrapped shifter knob and steering wheel.
Mazda3 Touring sedan buyers can also opt for more features with
the Popular Equipment Package that adds a rear decklid spoiler,
shark-fin antenna, BOSE® nine-speaker Premium audio
system, SiriusXM satellite radio with a four-month subscription,
power moonroof, overhead sunglasses holder and illuminated vanity
mirrors.
Where the five-door model diverges is with the Mazda3 Touring
2.5 model, which comes with the 184-horsepower, SKYACTIV-G 2.5
engine and builds on the Mazda3 Touring model to include a power
moonroof, sunglasses holder and illuminated vanity mirrors as well.
Five-door models add the BOSE® Premium audio system with
SiriusXM in the Grand Touring trim level.
For both the sedan and five-door, all Mazda3 Grand Touring
models come equipped with LED fog lights, an analog tachometer,
Active Driving Display head-up display, almond or black perforated
leather seats and black metallic trim on the grille and front
fascia.
Additional features include the Premium Equipment Package that
adds self-leveling, bi-LED headlights with Adaptive Front-lighting
System; LED combination tail lights; LED daytime running lights;
steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters on models equipped with the
automatic transmission; navigation; and an auto-dimming mirror with
Homelink.
Building upon the Premium Equipment Package, buyers can select
the i-ACTIVSENSE safety suite that includes High-Beam Control,
Lane-Departure Warning, new Lane Keep Assist, Mazda Radar Cruise
Control, Smart Brake Support and the new Traffic Sign Recognition
system. Lastly, the i-ELOOP regenerative braking system is now a
standalone option that only comes with on models with an automatic
transmission.
MSRP2 for all models is as follows:
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Sedan
|
Five-door
|
Mazda3 Sport
6MT
|
$17,845
|
$19,095
|
Mazda3 Sport
6AT
|
$18,895
|
$20,145
|
• Sport Preferred
Equipment Package
|
$1,000
|
|
Mazda3 Touring
6MT
|
$20,445
|
|
Mazda3 Touring
6AT
|
$21,495
|
$22,245
|
• Touring Popular
Equipment Package
|
$1,500
|
|
Mazda3 Touring 2.5
6MT
|
|
$22,395
|
Mazda3 Touring 2.5
6AT
|
|
$23,445
|
Mazda3 Grand Touring
6MT
|
$23,145
|
$23,895
|
Mazda3 Grand Touring
6AT
|
$24,195
|
$24,945
|
• Grand Touring
Premium Equipment Package
|
$1,600
|
$1,600
|
• i-ACTIVSENSE
Package
|
$1,100
|
$1,100
|
• i-ELOOP (6AT
only)
|
$800
|
$800
|
The 2017 Mazda3 arrives at dealers starting this week.
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales,
marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in
the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers.
Operations in Mexico are managed
by Mazda Motor de Mexico in
Mexico City. For more
information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll,
please visit the online Mazda media center at
www.mazdausamedia.com.
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1 MSRP
does not include $835 for destination and handling ($880 in Alaska)
or any additional taxes or fees. Dealers set actual sale
prices.
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2 MSRP
does not include $835 for destination and handling ($880 in Alaska)
or any additional taxes or fees. Dealers set actual sale
prices.
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