Mazda has started accepting orders for the
2021 CX-3, which will arrive at dealers across the country next month. The
subcompact crossover is offered in the Sport trim level, with an MSRP of US$ 20,640 for the front-wheel drive model and US$ 22,040 for the all-wheel drive
version, with both prices excluding the US$ 1,100 handling and destination charge
and dealer fees (US$ 1,145 in Alaska).
Features such as the Active Driving
Display, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 7-inch touchscreen Mazda Connect, Bluetooth
and six-speaker audio system are offered as standard. The electronic parking
brake with auto-hold function, remote keyless illuminated entry, push-button
start, cloth seats and power windows are also included.
The iActivSense safety pack is part of the
standard gear and for the 2021 model year, the Night Pedestrian Detection has
been added to enhance the Advanced Smart City Brake Support. Smart Brake
Support with Collision Warning, Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning,
High Beam Control, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and
reversing camera are standard. The dusk-sensing headlights, with auto-leveling,
have also been enhanced in the latest iteration CX-3, which boasts LED exterior
lighting, 16-inch alloy wheels, double exhaust pipes, black front grille,
roof-mounted spoiler and shark fin antenna.
Power still comes from the 2.0-liter
SkyActiv-G four-cylinder engine, which pumps out 148 HP at
6,000 rpm and 198 Nm of torque at 2,800 rpm, and is paired to
a six-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode and a Sport driving
mode that that creates a more engaging experience. The Snowflake White Pearl
Mica, Machine Gray Metallic and Soul Red Crystal Metallic paint finishes will
cost you US$ 395, UA$ 495 and US$ 595, respectively.