'07 Mazda 3

If you are looking for an economy car that will make you feel like a king, the Mazda 3 series brings you their latest installment in the ever-popular medium-range economy cars, the 2007 Mazda 3.

Gentle handling, powerful and refined engines, stylish interiors and exterior, instant braking and hatchback utility are just some features offered by this fine ride.

An almost completely new design from 2006, the 2007 Mazda 3 sees a lot of exterior changes. The taillights have been reworked and are now much more functional. Also available are tire-pressure monitors, a rear-seat armrest provided in the center, an extra power point provided in the console and an input jack for the stereo.

Stability control systems are available on some trim models for emergency handling. Beneath the sophistication and style of this vehicle is a true sports package. This will be at the top of most lists as far as protégé sedan shoppers go.

'06 Mazda 3

Topping most economy car shopper’s list is the new 2006 Mazda 3. A car that does not look, drive or feel like an economy car, it has a superb suspension, great steering and breaks, stylish interiors and exteriors, smooth and powerful engines, excellent body and hatchback utility.

Additional valve timing has been added to the 2.0L engine as an upgrade to the 2005 model. There is also a five-speed automatic transmission on models with the optional and even more powerful 2.3L engine.

The 2.3L engine might be an enticement as it is PZEV certified in several key states. With the air conditioning models is available a pollen filter and a console that displays the outside temperature.

The 2006 Mazda 3 has ABS and intermittent front wipers. Also available are optional touring trims. For under $13k, you can take home this sweet ride this summer.

'05 Mazda 3

Continuing on the economy class vehicles of the Mazda series, the new 2005 Mazda 3 looks good, has a powerful engine and has sweet handling. This vehicle is also well known to be in a very reasonable price range.

A fun-to-drive car, the 2005 Mazda 3 has a stylish and plush interior and features a hatchback utility. Many consumers believe the car offers a great ride and has some great ergonomics, the Mazda 3 has certainly been well received by serious Mazda fans and critics.

With an all new model released just a year before, there was little Mazda 3 could do for the 2005 model to improve its great design. Despite that, there are a few minor upgrade changes to this model. There is a new 15” wheel cover design and also support for the Sirius Satellite Radio.

Impressive mileage, good looking stock tires and plenty of room in the back seat are a few other reasons you should try this reasonably priced vehicle.

2007 Mazda 3 series

Mazda started the 2007 Mazda 3 series in 2004 mainly to substitute Volvo’s Protégé sedan and Protege5 hatchback models, so this car is modeled on the Volvo S40 platform, and gives you a good front wheel drive while giving you some exciting new styling.

Available in two different engine variants – 2.0 liter and 2.3 liter, the Mazda 3 gets a new look with a redesigned front bumper that comes fitted with square fog lamps, and sports either 16” or 17” alloy wheels.

The new LED’s deployed in the rear combination lamps for the S sedan looks very neat. The audio system now has MP3 support and the car has 12 volt power outlets.

The 2007 Mazda 3 series also sees upholstery changes with the interiors having a cloth based seats and armrests that include cup holders for added convenience. The I sedan also has a wood finish dash trim and new premium gauges.

2006 Mazda 3

The 2006 Mazda 3 is modeled on the Volvo S40 platform, and the series was launched to fill the void left by the Protégé sedan and Protege5 hatchbacks. The '06 Mazda 3 offers several significant upgrades compared to previous models.

Due to addition of variable valve timing on the 2006 model I sedan, it will now get a 5 horsepower increase taking it to a total of 150 hp. The '06 model also provides better fuel efficiency than its predecessors.

The car comes with a new five speed automatic transmission option for the 2006 I sedan model, and there is an option to fit a sports pack as well which will have special side skirts, bumpers, fog lamps and 17” alloy wheels.

The company has also released a 2.3 liter 2006 Mazda 3 S series Grand Touring model which has lots of add-ons like heating for the leather seats, rain sensing automatic wipers, a trip computer and auto headlights.

2005 Mazda 3

The 2005 Mazda 3 is a neat, compact car with a sporty front-wheel drive, and comes in two different engine variants. The '05 3-I sedan sports a 2.0 liter four-cylinder , while the '05 3-S sedan and hatchback are fitted with a more powerful 2.3 liter four-cylinder engine.

It is available with Sirius Satellite Radio if you need it, and comes with 15” wheels. You can also get the sports package for the S models that come with sporty side skirts, sport bumpers, fog lamps, and 17” wheels.

The 2005 Mazda 3 comfortably seats five adults, and has a tilt steering column which telescopes. The front seats are ergonomically shaped to be more comfortable, and there is ample of legroom for passengers sitting in the front.

The instrument panel is brightly lit, and the car’s shape provides excellent visibility for the driver at all times. The many types of optional upgrades offered provide an abundance of features for drivers to choose from.