For the 2018 model year, Mazda have made a series of
updates to their popular CX-3 crossover in the US, starting with the addition
of Smart City Brake Support, now standard on every trim level.
Also standard is G-Vectoring Control, complementing
Mazda's predictive i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system, while the chassis and
steering have been revised for better handling, comfort and improved sound
suppression. As for newly available features, these include a full-color Active
Driving Display, power driver's seat with memory settings and heated steering
wheel.
Buying a 2018 entry level CX-3 (US$ 20,110 FWD / US$ 21,360 AWD) means getting the following standard features: cloth seats, power
windows, power remote door locks, power mirrors, two USB ports, backup camera,
Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio pairing and Mazda Connect - 7" full
color display.
The mid-level CX-3 Touring (US$ 22,195 FWD / US$ 23,445
AWD) packs 18" wheels instead of the standard 16" ones, while also
adding leatherette and Lux Suede upholstery. Other features include Blind Spot
Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, heated
front seats and side mirrors with integrated turn signals. New standard
features for the CX-3 Touring include auto on/off headlights, rain-sensing
windshield wipers and automatic climate control.
Buyers can also opt for the Touring Preferred
Equipment Package (US$ 1,410), which adds a BOSE premium audio system with seven
speakers, power glass moonroof, SiriusXM satellite radio with 4-month
subscription, HD Radio and a cargo cover.
Moving further up in the range means getting into
the CX-3 Grand Touring (US$ 25,165 FWD / US$ 26,415 AWD), which packs Parchment or
black leather with red accents and Lux Suede upholstery, adaptive LED
headlights, LED fog lights, LED daytime running lights, Mazda Navigation, a
full color Active Driving Display head-up unit and paddle shifters.
Finally, getting the GT Premium Package (US$ 1,435) on
top of that will land you Mazda Radar Cruise Control, Smart Brake Support,
Lane-Departure Warning, High Beam Control plus all the new features such as the
6-way power driver's seat, power driver's lumbar support, 2-position driver
memory seat, heated steering wheel and Traffic Sign Recognition. The 2018 Mazda
CX-3 will be on sale nationwide in the U.S. this September.
