Mazda 3 2013, On Sale in Autumn

The 2013 Mazda3 was presented simultaneously in five cities in the world and has been AUTOBILD.ES one to ride for the first time the Japanese compact. Kodo design and technology are the keys Skyactiv Mazda3 2013.

The Mazda3 2013 wants to be a global model, and what better way to prove that occurs simultaneously in five world capitals. New York, London, Istanbul, St. Petersburg and Melbourne have lighted its release and we have been in the British city to see (and touch) for the first time.

Mazda 3 2013 front - The Mazda 3 2013 debuts a larger front grille. The length remains identical

The new Mazda3 is the third generation of a car which has sold 3.5 million units during the last ten years. To design lines become part of the language Kodo (accelerating moving) that premiered Mazda Shinari prototype and has served to create the new Mazda6 and Mazda CX5. Its main hallmarks are on the aggressive front, with ripped pilots and a large grill. Yes, seen from the side or rear, I do not think that involves a great revolution over the previous model.

Mazda March 2013 back - Behind the changes are minor

Nor undergoes a radical change inside the Mazda 3 2013. What is clear is that seeks simplicity and that is seen in a center console marked by a big screen and much like the Audi A3 2012. Table of watches stands out greatly the large central speedometer and red light predominates. I liked Behind the headroom because space is not a problem if you measure 1.85. In addition, with a new generation of connectivity systems for the integration of 'smartphone' is as complete as it is simple.

Everything is controlled via seven-inch screen that crowns the central console, associated to a redesigned knob to simplify the management of functions. Some of them, indeed, can be activated by voice. The seats have also been redesigned with a backrest that attenuate vibration and maltster has weighed its ten-liter capacity now reach up to 350 liters (same as a Volkswagen Golf).

As for the 2013 Mazda3 chassis, it has reduced the weight of several components, has been revised steering system (now has a lower desmulriplicación 14:1) and improved brake response.

Mazda 3 2013 Table - Stresses the big screen crowns the central console of the new Mazda 3 in 2013

Four engines form the Mazda range. All the technology that achieves Skyactiv maximize efficiency and power ranging between 105 and 165 hp. As transmission, you can choose between manual or automatic, both with six speeds. Stresses the first one, which will be a new 1.5-liter engine which is then incorporated into most models of the brand. From momoento in just mount the known diesel Skyactiv-D 2.2 with 150 horses.

The 2013 Mazda3 will be available in November and within its optional equipment will provide a system 'Head Up Display' that allows not look away from the road, a brake assist emergency and radar cruise control to select the distance to the vehicle in front.