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The New Mazda 3 Hatchback & Sedan over recent years has gone through a complete overall to establish itself as a premium hatchback in its segment. The New Mazda 3 has a lot to offer, but is it enough to sway the decision of most buyers committed to other brands or those who are looking to upgrade their dated Mazda 3?

Technology.

The current Mazda 3 has ditched its flip-up Heads-up-display for a Projected Head-up-display which is bigger, brighter and much more visible to read while you drive. The HUD shows the speed of the vehicle and cruise control settings. If you have setup your destination on the Navigation system on board, it will show your next turn.

Unfortunately, this feature does not work when you connect your phone to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay Maps.

Warning symbols can also be displayed on the HUD if your Mazda 3 comes configured with I-Activesense. These symbols include Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Keep Assist, Smart City Brake Support, Smart Brake Support System and Mazda Radar Cruise control.

The HUD is also customizable to set it up, so it suits you and your driving style. The Mazda 3 comes standard with an 8.8-inch widescreen colour display which is fitted on all its model offerings in South Africa. The New Mazda 3 also comes with Mazda’s new MZD Connect system.

The Mazda 3 now comes equipped with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay standardly. The people spoke and Mazda listened. The new additional features have surely positioned Mazda one step closer to achieving a premium product which is surely a cut above the rest.

Engines.

The Mazda 3 comes with 2 petrol engine options. The first is a 1.5 Litre Sky-active engine which delivers 88kw of power and 153Nm of torque. Your other option is a 2.0 Litre Sky-active engine which delivers 121kw of power and 213nm of torque. This engine can be found in the top spec Astina model. Both engines drive the Mazda 3 through a FWD (Forward Wheel Drive Train) system.

Drive.

The Mazda 3 has been refined to offer a very comfortable and relaxing drive. Mazda has focused its attention to make the vehicles driver excited and it can be felt as soon as you get behind the wheel of the New Mazda 3. Its sharp flat cornering around the tight bends really holds it’s own and has progressive speed moment through the gear shifts.

The 1.5L models are offered in both a Manual and Auto transmission while the 2.0L Astina is only offered in an Auto Transmission.Both engines return decent fuel economy figures which won’t leave you on the side of the road driving down to Durban from Johannesburg with a Jerry can in your hands.

Safety

To be considered a premium brand or premium vehicle, you have to offer premium features. Safety has become even more important and vital in any premium vehicle being released now. With vehicles getting faster and smarter, there is a greater need for better safety features to ensure your safety at all costs.

Safety features are what premium brands are competing with at the highest level, and this is what the New 3 series has to offer.

• Airbags SRS: Driver, Passenger, Knee, Side & Curtain
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
• Child restraint anchor points (ISOFIX)
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
• Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
• Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
• Seat-belt warning – Driver & Passenger – Pretensions, load-limiters & height adjustable shoulder anchorages
• Auto door lock
• Smart advanced keyless entry
• Super Lock System
• Auto door lock
• Burglar alarm system
• Super Lock System
• Engine immobiliser
• Burglar alarm system
• High mount brake lamp
• Engine immobiliser
• High mount brake lamp
• Parking sensors – Rear
• G-Vectoring Control Plus (GVC Plus)
• Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
• Reverse Camera
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
• Smart advanced keyless entry

So far, the Mazda 3 ticks all the right boxes as being dubbed a premium vehicle indeed. Interior Its leather or nothing! Some would say. Fortunately for the New Mazda 3, some models come equipped with leathers seats, leather gear knob, and a partial leather dashboard in combination with other premium materials your delicate fingers can appreciate when stepping into the New Mazda 3.

Higher spec models come with rear air vents to keep the back seat passengers conditioned at all times, Dual Zone climate control for the front, Auto-Paddle transmission switches, Overhead sunglass storage box for your premium shades and a 10 Way power adjustable driver seat just to top off the luxury premium feel.

Exterior

It has a beautiful redesigned front bumper that looks elegant, sculpted and sporty. All models come equipped with LED lights, front rain-sensing wipers, Auto on/off Headlamps and Headlamp levelling.

It also has increased slightly in length and in width giving it a sportier stance. Mazda has really gone the extra mile incorporating KODO Design in the body work with soft lines along the side if the body and sharp lines that run at the bottom of the frame.

Finally Remark

Mazda won the 2020 World Car Design Award for the 3. If that does not tell you a lot about the New Mazda 3, then you need to experience it first-hand for yourself. The New Mazda 3 has really shown up as being a premium offering in the segment and will not leave you disappointed with all the great features it has to offer and its head turning new look.

Pricing for a Mazda 3 starts from R371, 900. If you are looking for a great deal on a Mazda 3, Demo or used then visit https://www.cmhmazda.co.za/mazda-dealers/mazda-menlyn/to view our monthly specials on our Mazda 3. Follow our Facebook Page CMH Mazda Menlyn to stay up to date with our latest new, specials and much more.

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