2016 Mazda 3
1.5-Liter Diesel
Mazda 3 sedan
and hatchback model range has been added new
powertrain in European markets.
Meeting the
Euro 6 emission standards, the turbodiesel has 1.5 liters in displacement and
features a low compression ratio of 14.8:1, benefits from a bespoke variable
turbine geometry turbocharger and produces 105 PS.
The Mazda3 returns an average of 3.8 lt/100 km and emits just 99 g/km of CO2. Moreover, the engine noise and vibration
have been reduced with the new Natural Sound Smoother technology.
The engine
has been taken from the Mazda2 and CX-3 SUV and was already available in the
United Kingdom, where it was launched last November on the compact car, priced
from £ 18,895 (US$ 27,333).
Enhancing the
2016 model range furthermore is a new special hatchback version, which rides on
a new set of 18-inch dark alloy wheels and is equipped with an Aero kit, on
right-hand drive versions only, available as an accessory on the normal model.
Black half leather/suede upholstery is found in the cabin, along with a DAB
radio, rear camera and passenger seat lifter, fitted as standard on all higher
grades.
These features
join the 7-inch color touchscreen display on the regular Mazda3 and passive
safety features that include Forward Obstruction Warning, Lane Departure
Warning, Mazda Radar Cruise Control and Smart City Brake Support, offered as
standard or optional depending on the selected trim.
