2010 Mazda 3

[Gen. Miting]

Yung harap, parang naka-ngiting pating (yung sa anime?)........

Pero over all, maganda siya. Sana hindi tumaas ng husto ang presyo, pag ni-release dito sa Pinas.

at this angle, it looks more like a smiling dolphin for me

[actor21]

oo nga nakangiti si Mazda 3 hehehe while si Lancer nakasimangot

[parakitoJDM]

eto naman some nicer angles of the car...



eto naman yung new 2tier dash system with integrated Navigation system for the "S model'.... i would say its was inspired by the Euro Civic. haha.


ang ganda din ng gauge cluster...hanep. cool, also with FC meter...


ganda din ng center stack / console...



saka lahat na ngayon with 5forward gears for the A/T variant...
and yung rating nya ay as efficient as the Manual Tranny's. Good Work Mazda!

[daimengrui]

I'm imagining these color already on that car

[AG4]

eto naman some nicer angles of the car...

I have a feeling that some of the Mazda released "beauty shots" might have been photoshop edited (wheels look a bit bigger and the car looks lowered)...

The "Live" shots from LA show the actual thing, the wheels appear to be smaller and the ground clearance seems higher.



Smile!

[parakitoJDM]

I have a feeling that some of the Mazda released "beauty shots" might have been photoshop edited (wheels look a bit bigger and the car looks lowered)...

The "Live" shots from LA show the actual thing, the wheels appear to be smaller and the ground clearance seems higher.

yeah it does seem appear that way...but we can't really be 100% sure because of different viewing angles for both photo's.

hey any news when will it come out? and are we getting Diesel?
need to wait based on this info. so i could either wait for it or jump to the Focus' TDCi. which is by the way pretty sweet sorry medyo O.T.

[daimengrui]

The wheels in the LA auto show look like the standard 16", still the promotional photoshopped snapshots of the new 3 looks impeccably the same as the production model. This is certainly the handsomest compact that will arrive in 2009. No doubt about it.

[Burai]

*AG4
yung namukaan ko sa unang tingin pa lang was yung shark sa finding nemo din hindi si stitch mismo ahehehe



mitsu lang yata galit a? mazda honda at subaru mga nakangiti na visible na visible

na imagine ko tuloy yung sa pic ni chua_riwap na mazda3 yung shark, suba yung blue smiling fish tapos mitsu yung orange XD

nice car pero parang mas ok yung exterior ng lower end kesa dun sa naka display sa autoshow

[GTi]

Personally, I like the rear and sides and the front will look better if they hadn't removed the upper radiator grille. The center cluster of the current 3 looks better than this one. If this model has the right choice of engines, it might sell even better than the current model.

[daimengrui]

These are the preliminary US Trim specs, can't wait for our local specs...

2010 Mazda3 Sedan & Sport Colour Pallet

Black Mica
Velocity Red Mica
Copper Red Mica
Crystal White Pearl
Celestial Blue Mica
Gunmetal Blue Mica
Aluminum Metallic Mica
Graphite Mica

PRELIMINARY SPECS:


2010 Mazda3 GX:
Horsepower (148 hp)
Torque (135 lb.ft.)
16" steel wheels, 205/55R16 tires
ABS with EBFD
4-wheel disc brakes
Fender side turn lamp markers
Side Air Bags
Curtain Air Bags
Front Smart Air Bags
Front seat active headrests
Speed sensing door locks
Engine immobilizer
NAP plated grill bar
Sporty exhaust outlet garnish
Body coloured mirrors
Body coloured door handles
Variable intermittent windshield wipers
Tilt and telescopic steering
Passenger seat back pocket
Centre Console w/lid
Day/night rear-view mirror
Power windows
Power mirrors
Power door locks
Map lamps
Front Power point w/ cap
One touch down driver side window
Ambient temperature gauge
Unique Rear seat (add to 60/40)
Interactive lighting system (GX & GS grade)
12V Power Outlet
4 speakers
Aux. Input
Options
5-speed Sport mode AT
Air conditioning with micron air filter

2010 Mazda3 GS:
Anti-theft alarm system
16" alloy wheels
Dusk sensing headlights
Front rain sensing wipers
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Heated door mirrors
Keyless entry w/ trunk release
Jackknife Key FOB (2)
Air conditioning
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Steering wheel mounted cruise controls
Silver IP decoration panel
Bluetooth w/ Audio Profile®
4 speakers and 2 tweeters
Options
5-speed Sport mode AT

Additional Package to add to GS:
Comfort Package
Power moonroof
Traction Control System
Dynamic Stability Control

2010 Mazda3 GT:
2.5L 6MT
Horsepower (167 hp)
Torque (168 lb. ft.)
Traction Control System
Dynamic Stability Control
17" alloy wheels w/ 205/50R17 tires
Sporty bumpers
Rear spoiler Lip Type
Dual Sport exhaust garnish
2.5L badge
Bi-Xenon (HID) headlights
Manual headlamp levelling
Sporty LED Taillights
Fog lights
Turn lamp on side mirrors
Multi Information Display (MID)
6-Disc CD Changer with MP3 capability
Dual zone auto-climate control
Sport type cloth seats
Heated Cloth Seats (Adjustable)
Interactive lighting system high
Glove box illumination
Vanity mirror Illumination (Passenger & Driver)
Leather wrapped steering wheel
Leather-wrapped shift knob
PVC sliding console lid
Black out meter set
Options
5-speed Sport mode AT
Power Moonroof

Additional Packages to add to GT:
Luxury Package
Soft-feel leather like sliding console lid
Leather Seats
Memory Postion seating
Power driver seat

GT-E
Multi Information Display (colour) with Navigation
Sirius Satellite Radio
BOSE audio system
Centerpoint and Audio Pilot
10 speaker BOSE Centerpoint surround-sound audio system --> Take That! Lancer GTA!
AFS with auto headlamp levelling
Smart Keyless Entry (oval)
Smart start (push button)

[redshift]

Looks like a Peugeot 407...which are pretty good looking car too...

[gongrhey]

buti na lang di masyado malayo sa current model ang look especially sa front end. yung front look nya except dun sa upper portion, kahawig ng new bumper body kit sa A-toy. this will be another big hit pag na-release dito sa Pinas.

[safeorigin]

hmmm... medyo bitin yung HP. wala bang 150+ (assuming it's 2.0)?hmmm... medyo bitin yung HP. wala bang 150+ ?

[parakitoJDM]

hmmm... medyo bitin yung HP. wala bang 150+ (assuming it's 2.0)?hmmm... medyo bitin yung HP. wala bang 150+ ?

148HP daw yung 2.0 gas; and 168HP daw yung 2.5 gas (which we'll unlikely to get). actually i'm more interested in the 2.2li Turbo diesel that will be available in Europe. its good for about 184hp. with LOTSa Lotsa Torque down low. haha. pero at least yung 2.0 will get 5A/T naman. ang Fuel Efficiency is as good as the manual in Hiway driving conditions....

[parakitoJDM]

eto na may First Drive report ang Edmunds.com
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Road Test: First Drive Test

2010 Mazda 3 First Drive
Bigger, Better, More Powerful


By Josh Jacquot, Senior Road Test Editor
Date posted: 11-23-2008



Think "evolution" not "revolution." That's what Ruben Archilla, group manager of research and development at Mazda North American Operations, tells us about the 2010 Mazda 3. Our translation: Don't fix it if it ain't broke.

With sales of the 2009 Mazda 3 still high and the car widely recognized as a class leader, the idea of fully revamping it is kind of questionable anyway. The 2010 Mazda 3, then, is a complete restyling with just enough mechanical updates and new features to freshen up its feel and bump up its amenity count.

You know, more of all the stuff that already sets the Mazda 3 apart from those lowly cheap-and-cheerful cars in the compact sedan category.

More Power and Better Economy?
For the new model year, the 2010 Mazda 3 is once again available in two trim levels — "i" or "s" — determined by engine displacement. The Mazda 3 i is equipped with a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine while the Mazda 3 s now receives the 2.5-liter inline-4 introduced by the 2009 Mazda 6.

The big news, of course, is the addition of the 2.5-liter engine to the Mazda 3 model mix. Once it's installed in the Mazda 3, this 2.5-liter MZR inline-4 is rated at 167 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque — a bump of 11 hp and 18 lb-ft over the former 2.3-liter mill. It's also 28 hp and 40 lb-ft more than the Honda Civic's 1.8-liter inline-4.

A six-speed manual transmission replaces the five-speed as standard equipment in s models and a five-speed automatic is optional.

Meanwhile the i model's 2.0-liter inline-4 remains virtually unchanged and is rated at 148 hp and 135 lb-ft of torque. It comes standard with a five-speed manual but can now be had with a five-speed automatic instead of only a four-speed automatic.

But here's the really good news. Every combination of engine and transmission in the 2010 Mazda 3 earns the same or better city/highway fuel economy as the current car. The s model equipped with a manual transmission is rated at 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, while the i model with manual transmission is rated at 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway. In comparison, the Honda Civic EX sedan earns 26 mpg city/34 mpg highway when equipped with a manual transmission.

Bigger and (a Bit) Heavier
Although the revised car's wheelbase remains the same at 103.9 inches, the front and rear overhangs increase marginally to bring total length of the 3 s sedan to 180.9 inches. That's 3.6 inches longer than a Honda Civic sedan and 2.2 inches longer than a Toyota Corolla sedan.

Because the additional length is a result of a larger fuel tank on s models and a new muffler layout, the increase in interior space is only nominal. Trunk space is 11.8 cubic feet — about a half cubic foot less than Toyota's Corolla sedan, although slightly larger than the current 3.

To minimize weight, Mazda used high-tensile steel in specific areas of the 3's chassis. This change increases bending rigidity by 7 percent over the current car, while torsional rigidity remains the same. The new materials lighten the chassis by about 24 pounds.

Even so, it seems all new cars are heavier thanks to greater levels of safety and convenience features, and the 3 hasn't escaped this pitfall. Depending on trim and option fitment, the 2010 Mazda 3 will weigh between 58 and 111 pounds more than the current car. A Mazda 3 s equipped with the automatic transmission weighs 3,025 pounds, which is not a small number in the compact sedan category.

On the Road
Behind the wheel of the s model, the newfound power of the 2.5-liter engine and additional cog of the six-speed manual are welcome additions. With steering response and feedback rivaling the sports cars from many manufacturers, the 2010 Mazda 3 clearly retains the dynamic credentials it has inherited from the current car.

There's a sense of tautness in all of the 3's responses. Every control — steering, throttle response and brakes — feels as if it has been tuned by someone who knows and cares about driving. In particular, steering feel and response are outstanding; plenty of information passes through to the driver without relying on artificially high effort. Moreover, the chassis eats midcorner bumps with confidence while the brake pedal offers immediate effectiveness.

Changes beneath the Mazda 3's skin are relatively minor. Small geometry tweaks have been made to reduce understeer and increase rear grip. Three mounts now locate the steering rack instead of two, and the locating points for both the front and rear antiroll bars are farther apart for better effectiveness. The tire brands are new, but the size hasn't changed; 205/55R16 for the i model or 205/50R17 for the s model.

Damping and spring rates are well matched to produce excellent wheel and body control without overly compromising ride quality. The 3's ride is busier than that of a Civic EX or Corolla, but the return in feel and response makes the sacrifice worthwhile. This calibration makes the Mazda 3 a refreshing standout in a segment dominated by underdamped, slow-steering fuel misers.

Driver-Oriented Cockpit
One design priority in the 3's revised interior has been to orient all primary controls to the driver.

As before, the speedometer and tachometer dominate the instrument cluster, but the big change comes from a mid-dash recess above the center stack. A multi-information display (or a screen for the optional navigation system) is on the left, and a display for the ventilation and audio systems is on the right. This layout positions the speedometer and tachometer in the same visual plane, which has been our biggest beef with the Honda Civic's two-tiered design.

The Mazda's navigation system features a smaller screen relative to its current competitors. It's controlled by buttons mounted on the right-hand spoke of the steering wheel, and we found it intuitive enough to figure out without doing any reading. The goal of using a small screen, we're told, is to reduce the cost of the optional system to be more competitive with portable navigation units — an admirable but difficult task. Mazda expects the option to be priced at about $500, which should help it find more buyers than the current $1,500-$2,000 systems.

In addition to the controls for the navigation system and trip computer, the steering wheel also incorporates buttons for the audio system, Bluetooth and cruise control. There's also an efficient three-knob/five-button arrangement for the dual-zone climate control system.

The New Look
One criticism of the current Mazda 3 has been its fuel economy, which is marginally lower than some of its competition. Since the 2010 Mazda 3 has both more power and more weight, it doesn't seem like a recipe for better fuel economy. The answer? Make it slick.

As a result, the 2010 Mazda 3 is now more aerodynamic than any car in its class, featuring a 0.29 Cd. Though the new grille opening has been styled to look huge, it's actually smaller than on the current model. Look closely and you'll see that half the grille is just there for visual effect, not to admit air to the engine compartment. It's been carefully designed to meter in only enough air to accommodate cooling and combustion needs, while the rest of the air is routed over and around the body.

Much time was spent in the wind tunnel minimizing wind noise intrusion into the cockpit and it's obvious from behind the wheel, as the new 3 is one quiet machine. With the exception of the dual exhaust — a feature that has never made sense to us as part of a car powered by a four-cylinder engine — the design is largely purposeful.

Features Galore
The new 3 offers an abundance of amenities never before offered in the compact segment. Bi-xenon, self-leveling adaptive headlamps, push-button start and a driver seat with a three-position memory setting are all now on the options list.

A Bose 10-speaker surround-sound system as well as iPod connectivity, Bluetooth, heated seats and rain-sensing wipers are also available.

Side and curtain airbags are standard across the model range. Stability and traction control remain an option.

This is a real sedan, not a stripped-down economy car.

The Bottom Line
Mazda hasn't yet announced pricing for the 2010 Mazda 3, but it insists the new model will remain as competitively priced as the current car when it goes on sale in the beginning of 2009. A five-door model, which Mazda is yet to reveal, will go on sale at the same time.

With numerous innovative options, class-leading dynamics, engaging driving character and a new look, the 2010 Mazda 3 seems set once again to claw its way to class leadership. It might not be a revolution, but it clearly ain't broke.

[parakitoJDM]

ang galing ng bagong MZ3 2.0li. 5M/T & 5A/T EPA FC Rating is just 1mpg shy of the Civic 1.8EX. big improvement in Fuel Efficiency here.

Model : Tranny :
Civic 1.8li : 5M/T : 26 mpg city/34 mpg highway
5A/T : 25 mpg city/34 mpg highway.

Mazda 3 2li :5M/T : 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway
5A/T : 24 mpg city and 33 mpg highway

[actor21]

based on the article above, hindi din pala sya matipid sa gas, since heavier sya sa current mazda 3,plano ko pa naman kumuha pag dating nito dito sa atin...

[parakitoJDM]

based on the article above, hindi din pala sya matipid sa gas, since heavier sya sa current mazda 3,plano ko pa naman kumuha pag dating nito dito sa atin...

to Actor21, i think u must have mis-read it....
or u would have to compare the current version FC in
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/sbs.htm
IMO the conclusion are as follows ...

* the i version (2.0li A/T "similar HP") gains about 2mpg compared to older...

* the S version (2.5li A/T "with way more HP & Torque) has similar
29mpg at hiway though its a tad heavier....

so indeed the car is more efficient by around 10% than prev. version. of course since the North American market doesn't get the smaller 1.6li version, we won't know for sure until we get to test them in Philippine soil...

[actor21]

f course since the North American market doesn't get the smaller 1.6li version, we won't know for sure until we get to test them in Philippine soil...

yes sir actually gusto ko malaman sa 1.6liter version kung mas matipid sya or not...pero kung ibabase natin sa body weight ng current mazda 3 at 1.6 under power talaga sya..

much more sa upcoming na model *1.6li engine at mas mabigat na body

[parakitoJDM]

yes sir actually gusto ko malaman sa 1.6liter version kung mas matipid sya or not...pero kung ibabase natin sa body weight ng current mazda 3 at 1.6 under power talaga sya..

much more sa upcoming na model *1.6li engine at mas mabigat na body

ser Actor21, i think it should be more Fuel Efficient. as it has been mentioned in prev. article... though a weight gain is not normally associated with Fuel efficiency gain, Reduction in AIR Drag will - reduce fuel consumption. i think the same principle applies to Honda Jazz vs. Civic....

why is the more Powerful Civic (compared to the Fit) has almost same hiway FE EPA rating with the Jazz/Fit? answer is simple - severely raked Civic is more slippery than the Brick like profile of the Jazz.

so back to Mazda's development work on the new 3. i've read somewhere that they managed to reduce Coefficient of Drag fm. around 0.33 => 0.29. i think that's a significant number to really effect on FE.

so kudo's to Mazda on that. of course it would be even more heavenly if they introduce the 1.6li Common Rail Turbo diesel. then we can get immediate 30-40% (easy) jump in fuel efficiency with more TORQUE & ZIP to boot.