- hatchback 123,152
- 638 below average
- 9,788 fair
- Duluth, GA
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- 638 below average hatchback 123,152 gasoline black manual
The mazdaspeed3 is an entirely different product due to its turbocharged engine with direct fuel-injection that delivers 263 hp at 5500 rpm. The mazdaspeed3 has all the hardware to keep up with so much power, notably a six-speed manual transmission that rips off quick, clean shifts in a way that no other front-wheel drive car can match. The mazdaspeed3 is a legitimate 155-mph automobile, with a relatively quiet, calm personality on the freeway. Yet the mazda is really in its element in the corners, where there are no surprises in the way it handles. The chassis stays balanced and predictable right to the limit of tire adhesion, where the limited-slip differential still delivers optimal power to both front wheels. The mazdaspeed3 carves through the corners in a way that's distinct from its all-wheel-drive competitors, the subaru wrx and mitsubishi lancer evolution. Squatting on its 18-inch wheels and wearing extra wind-cheating plastic, the mazdaspeed 3 is suited up for action. Fat-bolstered buckets with red stitching and mazdaspeed embroidery face the white-trimmed gauges on a dash that proves mazda has truly pulled its act together on interior trim and finish. Unlike the mazdaspeed 6 and cx-7, both all-wheel drivers, the mazdaspeed 3 puts its horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque to the front wheels only, making torque steer more probable than tomorrow's sunrise. Mazda's engineers twisted the suspension strings tighter with the goal of reducing wallow in corners and during fast transitions without ruining the base 3's relatively supple ride. So the front and rear anti-roll bars are thicker by 0. 2 inch each. Heavier spring rates (43 percent front, 30 percent rear) and monotube shocks with stiffer compression and rebound tuning cut down the body motions. For all 2007 3s, mazda has also relocated the front tie-rod links and rear toe-control mounts on the knuckles to wake up the steering even more in corners. The mazdaspeed 3's brakes get turned up with a new tandem-bore booster to increase booster volume and, hence, braking force while keeping the package narrow. In the front, where it matters, rides a pair of calipers off the volvo s40 that grip 12. 6-inch vented discs. Abs, traction control and stability control are standard. Unfortunately, some of its prowess is let down by its vague shifter and mild torque steer, but i'm willing to look the other way. Mazda has produced a complete package of usable performance and utility with nice interior appointments a good overall value. I think it has a winner on its hands. The line forms behind me! Surprising quality accompanied by a high level of performance... There are many vehicles on. Bucket Seats✔ Tachometer✔ AM/FM✔ Climate Control✔ Cruise Control✔ Alloy Wheels
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