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NEW GENERATION MAZDA3

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The new-generation Mazda3 team faced two major challenges:
Deliver a second-generation Mazda3 that outperforms the highly-acclaimed, successful first-generation Mazda3
Deliver a small car range that would meet the needs of future Mazda owners in more than 100 countries around the world

The team came up with four overriding principles that would guide the development of the new-generation Mazda3:

1. The ultimate exhilarating ride in an exciting sport compact

The bold face and dynamic body express Mazda’s sporty, spirited character. Flowing body lines and a beautiful interior highlight graceful refinement and high-quality craftsmanship. Expressive and emotional, even at a glance, this car is designed to excite any driver. 


2. Driving excitement and high quality that stirs the driver’s passion

Agile driving performance strengthens the sense of oneness between the driver and car, and provides an enhanced sense of control.
Whether cruising round town or flying along the highway, the car responds precisely to the driver’s intentions at any speed, providing a wonderful sense of oneness and safety.
The driver-oriented cockpit enables the driver to relax and concentrate on the road ahead.
A well-refined ride ensures every day driving is enjoyable. 


3. A more expressive and emotional design that emphasises dynamism

For the new-generation Mazda3, the team identified the keywords “Tension” and “Transition” to achieve this fresh new look.
The flow of the Mazda3's lines runs toward the centre of the body in what the development team called a “centre focus.”
The concept employs three-dimensional “transitions” that connect one line to another, giving the body a lively and deeply expressive look, and an overall image that expresses dynamism.


4. Environmentally friendly

Progressive environmental and safety features embody the Sustainable Zoom-Zoom concept.
Mazda is committed to making cars that always provide exhilarating driving by enhancing the environmental and safety performance. The new-generation Mazda3 boasts top class aerodynamics and weight reduction achieved through Mazda’s detailed weight management process. The improved powertrains offer greater dynamic performance and fuel efficiency and lower CO2 emissions, helped by cutting edge technologies such as clean diesel.

At a glance first-generation Mazda3

Global sales of the first-generation Mazda3 have grown year-on-year since launch in 2003
Total production has passed two million vehicles, making it the most successful Mazda model
Mazda3 accounts for one-third of Mazda’s global sales
The first-generation Mazda3 has won more than 90 awards around the globe, including:
Wheels Active Safety Program – 2008
People's Choice Awards, Small Car – 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Drive Best Small Car over $20,000 – 2006, 2007, 2008
Australians have bought 158,321 first-generation Mazda3 models to the end of January 2009
Mazda3 became the first Mazda to reach number one in Australia, a feat it achieved in January 2009
The Mazda3 and 323 small cars have notched up 397,013 sales to end of January 2009

New-Generation Mazda3
New-generation Mazda3 blends sporty driving and dynamic design, with strong environmental and safety performance. Every new-generation Mazda3 model will come standard with Dynamic Stability Control. More than 50 per cent of all Mazda3s will have satellite navigation and Bluetooth standard. Mazda3 range includes Neo, Maxx, Maxx Sport and SP25.  New-generation Mazda3 will continue Mazda's commitment to delivering the best value for money in the small-car class .

Exterior

Powerful and emotional design with a richer expression and more dynamic stance
Two distinct body styles – five-door hatchback and four-door sedan
A purposeful new face that integrates the front grille’s lower section into the five-point grille to further distinguish the unique character of the Mazda brand
Aerodynamics improved with drag coefficient (Cd) of only 0.31 (sedan) and 0.33 (hatchback), down 0.01 for each body-style and among the leaders in its class
The bold curve and low centre of gravity of the protruding rear shoulders on the five-door hatchback inherit the distinctive ‘Mazda3 look’ established by the previous model
Sedan has the refined flowing lines of a coupe silhouette
Minimal gaps between body panels a testament to solid quality

Interior

NVH improved 6-11 per cent through aerodynamic refinements, increased rigidity, optimal positioning of vibration dampening material
Sporty and sophisticated interior combines a sense of roominess with a dashboard turned to the driver for one-with-the-car feel. Gearshift lever placed closer to driver for easier shifting
Use of soft-grained surface material on the upper section of the dashboard combines with minimal parting lines to achieve a vastly improved look of interior quality
State-of-the-art ergonomics and Human Machine Interface with “zone layout” reduces distraction from the road, as seen in Mazda6, including multi-information display (MID)
New interactive lighting control and illumination entry system imparts refined quality

Powertrains

Three engines will be offered in the Australian new-generation Mazda3 range:
MZR 2.0-litre 108kW / 182Nm four-cylinder petrol
MZR 2.5-litre 122kW / 227Nm four-cylinder petrol
MZR-CD 2.2-litre 110kW / 360Nm four-cylinder turbodiesel
New-generation Mazda3 transmissions
Six-speed manual now standard on all models
Five-speed Activematic replaces four-speed Activematic option on all petrol models
Refined MZR 2.0-litre petrol engine is standard on Neo, Maxx and Maxx Sport sedan and hatch
New catalyst uses single nanotechnology for reduced emissions
New MZR 2.5-litre petrol engine replaces 2.3-litre in SP models
Power is up 7kW, torque up 24Nm
New MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbodiesel part of the same diesel engine family as that in the Mazda6
Power is up 5kW, torque of 360Nm peaks 200rpm lower at 1,800rpm
Meets Euro stage V emission standards
Mazda unique Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) offers reduced regeneration times

Chassis and Safety

Major evolution of the architecture for more balance between the sports/comfort ratio
17 per cent increase in use of high and ultra-high tensile steels versus outgoing model
Double-digit increases in flexural and torsional criteria for improved handling and safety
Despite larger dimensions and increased body strength and crash-worthiness, Mazda engineers used weight management to keep the increase to approx 40kg
Newly-evolved MacPherson strut front suspension, multilink rear suspension
Electro-hydraulic power assist steering introduced to all versions for a light and stable steering feel and reduced fuel consumption
ABS, EBD, EBA, TCS, DSC, front airbags standard

New-generation Mazda3 Maxx Sport
 
The new-generation Mazda3 sedan and hatch take bold steps forward in design and driving dynamics and is more environmentally friendly than ever.
New-generation Mazda3 builds further on the class-leading safety, high levels of practicality and benchmark value for money that made the current generation Mazda3 Australia's best-selling car in January 2009.
   
Engine
2.0 litre in-line four-cylinder 16-valve DOHC S-VT
 

Max Power

108 kW @ 6,500 rpm
 
Max Torque
182 Nm @ 4,500 rpm
 
Transmission
Six-speed Manual
Five-speed Activematic  
 
Suspension
 Front: Newly-evolved MacPherson Strut
 Rear: Newly-evolved Multilink
 
Safety
 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Traction Control System (TCS) 
 Four-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Emergency Brake Assist
 Dual front SRS airbags, side and curtain airbags
 
 Steering
 Electro-hydraulic power assist 
 
Specification
 Available in Neo, Maxx, Maxx Sport, SP25.
The new-generation Mazda3 will offer high levels of specification and class-leading value. Standard features include air-conditioning, power windows, remote central locking, CD-equipped audio system, intergrated satellite navigation system and Bluetooth (on Maxx Sport and above) with MP3 connectivity. 

New-generation Mazda3 SP25

Engine
2.5-litre in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC S-VT
The new 2.5-litre four cylinder petrol engine replaces the 2.3-litre engine. It delivers more performance, and a more refined and sportier drive without increase to fuel consumption.
   
Max Power

122 kW @ 6,000 rpm
 
Max Torque
227 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
  
Transmission
Six-speed Manual
Five-speed Activematic
  
Suspension

Front: Newly-evolved MacPherson strut
Rear: Newly-evolved multilink
  
Safety
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Traction Control system (TCS)
Four-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System,
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Emergency Brake Assist
Dual front SRS airbags, side and curtain airbags
  
Steering
Electro-hydraulic, power-assisted
  
Specification
The new-generation Mazda3 will offer high levels of specification and class-leading value. Standard features include air-conditioning, power windows, remote central locking, CD-equipped audio system, integrated satellite navigation system and Bluetooth with MP3 connectivity. 

To find out more or to book a test drive contact Gold Coast Mazda on 075583 8800 or vist our showroom on the Corner of Nind and High Street in Southport.
 

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