Mazda announced he full pricing details of the 2014 Mazda3 in the American market. The first Mazda in North America to feature SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY, the new Mazda3 starts at $16,945 and, depending on the engine, can do up to 41 highway mpg.
The car launches with two SKYACTIV engine choices in the 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter gasoline engines. The 2.0 liter makes 155 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque, while the 2.5 liter is good for 184 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque.
The base SV model comes with either a six-speed manual ($16,945 MSRP) or six-speed automatic ($17,995 MSRP). Standard kit on this model include push-button start, automatic power door locks, a remote keyless entry system, daytime running lights and a USB connection port. Also standard are a matte-finish front grille, 16-inch full-cover steel wheels, body-color door handles and bumpers, dual-power folding outside mirrors, power windows with driver-side one-touch down/up, a tilt-and-telescopic adjustable steering column, air conditioning with a pollen filter, trim-specific cloth sport seats, a fold-down rear seat, a four-speaker AM/FM audio system and an auxiliary input jack.
Then there is the Sport trim which starts from starts at $18,445 for the four-door sedan, and $18,945 for the five-door hatch. Choosing the auto ‘box adds $1,050 for either sedan or five-door model. In terms of equipments, this model adds illuminated steering wheel controls, a 60/40-split fold-flat rear seat, Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio connectivity, cruise control, a trip computer, a CD player, map lights, body-colored side mirrors and a tachometer.
Going up to Touring model, it starts at $19,595 for the four-door, and $20,095 for the hatch, and again automatic gearbox costs an extra $1,050. This model is distinguished with different trimming inside, 16-inch wheels, as well as body-color rear deck lip spoiler becomes standard on sedans while a rear roof spoiler fitted onto five-door models. A Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are standard in addition to all the features of the previous trims. What’s more you can order a $1,600 Technology package that adds a whole host of connectivity features.
At the top f the range we have the Grand Touring starts at $22,745 MSRP for the sedan and $23,245 MSRP for the five-door. Grand Touring models feature the equipment of an i Touring with SKYACTIV-Drive as well as a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with manual lumbar adjustment, leatherette seats and door panel inserts, variable heated front seats and a moonroof with a one-touch open function.
As for the fuel economy ratings, EPA has certified the 2.0 liter hatchback at 29 city/40 highway/33 combined mpg with a manual transmission and 30 city/40 highway/33 combined mpg when equipped with an automatic. The Sedan with the same engine is estimated at 29 city/41 highway mpg (6MT) and 30 city/41 highway mpg (6AT). The 2.5 liter hatchback is rated at 28 city/37 highway mpg or 29 city/39 highway mpg with i-ELOOP, while the sedan does 28 city/39 highway mpg or 29 city/40 highway mpg.
