The Mazdaspeed3 is the high-powered, performance-tuned version of the Mazda3 hatchback.
The Mazdaspeed3 is a true "hot-hatch", featuring a 263-hp, turbocharged, 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine. To keep all that power under control, it's standard with a six-speed manual transmission, limited-slip differential, a torque management system, electronic stability and traction control, 18-inch wheels and tires and sport-tuned suspension. Safety features include six airbags, four-wheel anti-lock brakes
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2012 Mazda MazdaSPEED3 News, Reviews and Awards
Costing under $23,000 and registering a zero-to-60 time in the 5-second range, its cost-to-fun ratio is hard to beat.
The Mazdaspeed3 allows for some gutsy merges and lane changes in fifth, and even in sixth you can massage the gas pedal just right to get the turbo to kick in and forego shifting. Every move is fun.
It's fast and the steering is so responsive that you can feel every bit of the car working under your feet, which is one of the most exciting things about driving a true performance car.
The Mazdaspeed 3 is about as fast and quick as it gets, inside or outside of its class.
Beneath that unobtrusive sheet metal lies a high-quality sports car with enough performance and artful design to satisfy the aficionados without unduly straining the wallets and purses of its prospective customers.
The engine has so much power you can almost forget about what gear you're in...
A true high-performance car featuring a 263-hp, turbocharged, 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine, the Mazdaspeed3 joins a group of extreme sports sedans that includes the Honda Civic Type S, Mitsubishi Evo MK IX, and Subaru Impreza WRX.
