2014 Mazda3 Review

Mazda announced he full pricing details of the 2014 Mazda3 in the American market. The first Mazda in North America to feature SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY, the new Mazda3 starts at $16,945 and, depending on the engine, can do up to 41 highway mpg.

The car launches with two SKYACTIV engine choices in the 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter gasoline engines. The 2.0 liter makes 155 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque, while the 2.5 liter is good for 184 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque.

The base SV model comes with either a six-speed manual ($16,945 MSRP) or six-speed automatic ($17,995 MSRP). Standard kit on this model include push-button start, automatic power door locks, a remote keyless entry system, daytime running lights and a USB connection port.  Also standard are a matte-finish front grille, 16-inch full-cover steel wheels, body-color door handles and bumpers, dual-power folding outside mirrors, power windows with driver-side one-touch down/up, a tilt-and-telescopic adjustable steering column, air conditioning with a pollen filter, trim-specific cloth sport seats, a fold-down rear seat, a four-speaker AM/FM audio system and an auxiliary input jack.


Then there is the Sport trim which starts from starts at $18,445 for the four-door sedan, and $18,945 for the five-door hatch. Choosing the auto ‘box adds $1,050 for either sedan or five-door model. In terms of equipments, this model adds illuminated steering wheel controls, a 60/40-split fold-flat rear seat, Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio connectivity, cruise control, a trip computer, a CD player, map lights, body-colored side mirrors and a tachometer.

Going up to Touring model, it starts at $19,595 for the four-door, and $20,095 for the hatch, and again automatic gearbox costs an extra $1,050. This model is distinguished with different trimming inside, 16-inch wheels, as well as body-color rear deck lip spoiler becomes standard on sedans while a rear roof spoiler fitted onto five-door models. A Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are standard in addition to all the features of the previous trims. What’s more you can order a $1,600 Technology package that adds a whole host of connectivity features.

At the top f the range we have the Grand Touring starts at $22,745 MSRP for the sedan and $23,245 MSRP for the five-door. Grand Touring models feature the equipment of an i Touring with SKYACTIV-Drive as well as a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with manual lumbar adjustment, leatherette seats and door panel inserts, variable heated front seats and a moonroof with a one-touch open function.



As for the fuel economy ratings, EPA has certified the 2.0 liter hatchback at 29 city/40 highway/33 combined mpg with a manual transmission and 30 city/40 highway/33 combined mpg when equipped with an automatic. The Sedan with the same engine is estimated at 29 city/41 highway mpg (6MT) and 30 city/41 highway mpg (6AT). The 2.5 liter hatchback is rated at 28 city/37 highway mpg or 29 city/39 highway mpg with i-ELOOP, while the sedan does 28 city/39 highway mpg or 29 city/40 highway mpg.