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Mazda 3

With the new Mazda 3, the Japanese manufacturer hopes to repeat the success it recently had when introducing the 6.

By ©Automedia

18th February 2003

Chances are quite good as the compact hatchback will be based on the chassis of the future Ford Focus. The Focus is to be replaced by an all-new model in early 2004. By then, the Mazda 3 will have proved how good (or not) the new chassis is.

Exterior design of the Mazda 3 is closely related to that of the 6 saloon. Due to its low and sloping roofline the new hatch will appear quite dynamic. The new range will consist of a fastback and a hatchback only.

Four petrol engines between 1.4 and 2.0 litres will be available, as well as a 1.6-litre diesel. The new Mazda 3 will be presented in autumn 2003, timed to go head-to-head with the next generation Golf.

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