Mazda has finally shed more light into the eagerly
awaited 2019 Mazda3, which will be launched in the U.S. this March in hatchback
and sedan bodystyles. All 2019 Mazda3 models will be fitted with the 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G
four-cylinder engine, rated at 186 hp and 252 Nm of torque. Paired to
it is a six-speed manual transmission as standard, with customers given the
option of a six-speed automatic as well.
Both the hatchback and the sedan will be offered
with the option of Mazda’s i-Activ all-wheel drive, only in this case, you’re
limited to the six-speed automatic transmission only. As standard, the 2019 Mazda3
Sedan -which starts from US$ 21,895, including an US$ 895 destination charge- will
come with 16-inch alloy wheels, cloth seats, LED lights all around, keyless
entry and the all-new 8.8-inch Mazda Connect infotainment system, among other.
The base Mazda3 Hatchback is slightly more
expensive, as it starts from US$ 24,495, but it features 18-inch alloy wheels, a
rear roof spoiler, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, leatherette seats and door
cards, automatic dual-zone climate control, rain-sensing wipers and more.
Mazda’s standard i-Activsense safety features
include the new Driver Attention Alert, along with Smart City Brake Support, Smart
Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane
Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist, High Beam Control and Mazda Radar
Cruise Control.
Mazda is also introducing new package options in
addition to the standard trim levels. The Mazda3 Sedan will be available with
the Select, Preferred and Premium packs, while the hatchback will offer the
option of the Preferred and Premium packs.
As you might have guessed already, the Premium pack
represents the top of the line for the new Mazda3, adding features like
windshield-projected Active Driving Display, leather seats, power moonroof,
signature front and rear LED lighting and Adaptive Front-lighting System.
