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.