2014 Mazda 3 starts at $15 995

Published on September 20, 2013 in New Models by Gilles Olivier
2014 Mazda 3

The 3 is Mazda’s best-selling car in the world, with more than 3.5 million units sold. Unlike the previous model which had only a Skyactiv motor, the 2014 Mazda 3 benefits from the full range of SKYACTIV technologies.

One of these features is the new signature style Kodo which means "soul of motion" which is available on the GX , GS and GT versions .

Two available SKYACTIV engines

At the entry-level , we find a four-cylinder Skyactiv -G 2.0-liter engine . An optional four-cylinder Skyactiv -G 2.5-liter engine of 184 horsepower is available. A SKYACTIV -MT six-speed  manual or SKYACTIV -Drive six-speed automatic transmissions are part of the new offerings. There is also the regenerative braking system called i- ELOOP.

All 2014 Mazda 3s offer:

- The full range of SKYACTIV technologies;
- Keyless entry ;
- Push start button ;
- Color-keyed electric mirrors;
- Disc brakes on all four wheels ;
- A dual exhaust system ;
- Audio controls on the steering wheel .

The infotainment system is called MazdaConnect hands free and can be autonomous or even be managed by your smartphone found.

The i- ACTIVSENSE security system includes:

- Blind sport monitoring (BSM) :
- Rear cross traffic alert (RCTA ) system ;
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW ) ;
- High beam control (HBC ) ;
- Intelligent Brake Assist ( SCBS ) ;
- Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS ) ;
- Regenerative braking ( i- ELLOP ) .
- SIRIUS Satellite Radio.

Advertised prices:

Mazda3 GX : $ 15,995
Mazda3 GS : 19 695 USD
Mazda3 GT 25 $ 855

The 2014 Mazda3 will be available in the coming months.