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2011 Mazda MAZDA3 Sedan
Summary
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The 2011 MAZDA3 is an entry level compact available as a 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback. Engine choices for the sedan are 2.0/2.5-liter 4-cylinder engines that produce 148/167 hp and 135/168 lb-ft of torque, the latter being the only available engine in the hatchback trim. The 2.0-liter engine is available with a 5-speed manual/automatic transmission while the 2.5-liter comes with a choice of a 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. Both the sedan and hatchback are only available in FWD and get an EPA estimated 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway with the optional automatic transmission available with the 2.5-liter engine. For those keen on gas mileage, the 2.0-liter engine with the standard manual transmission will deliver an EPA estimated 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway. The Tech Package, available in both trims, includes bi-xenon headlights, adaptive front-lighting system, rain-sensing windshield wipers, LED taillights, advanced keyless entry, push-button start, and compact navigation with full-color display. The MAZDA3 is eligible for an extended protection plan up to 10 years/100,000 miles.
Benefits of Driving a 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 Sedan
The MAZDA3's interior is reason alone to consider it. The MAZDA3's appointments are like no other car in its class and feature Mazda's flair for details and materials that are fashionably different. The MAZDA3 can be equipped either as a basic, economical sedan in 3i form, or as a sporty-feeling sedan or hatch in 3s trim. Base MAZDA3 i models are a great value considering their low starting price, while top-of-the-line 3s Grand Touring models rival entry models from luxury brands and offer some exclusive tech features. Mazda says that the 3 is the first car in its class to offer Adaptive Front Lighting and self-leveling bi-xenon headlamps.
What's new for 2011?
Following a complete remodel for 2010, the MAZDA3 gains some new standard features.
Model Strengths
- Sporty, attractive appearance
- the stylish interior of a more expensive car
- great steering and handling
- 3i model's good fuel economy
Model Review
The MAZDA3 is powered by a choice of two different 4-cylinder engines. Base MAZDA3 i models feature an economical 2.0-liter engine making 148 horsepower, while sportier MAZDA3s models get a 167-hp, 2.5-liter engine. Both engines make slightly less power in California-emissions states. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard on 3i models, but sporty 3s models step up to a 6-speed manual. A 5-speed automatic is available with either engine. The 2.0-liter gets quite good fuel economy figures of 24 mpg city, 33 highway with the manual transmission, while the s model is rated at 21 city and 29 highway.
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