The 2023 Mazda3 crowns its 2.5 S trim as the entry-level model, having dropped the 2.0 base. The 2.5-liter Skyactive-G increases performance by 5 hp to 191 with 186 lb.-ft. of torque. Relying on a modified cylinder-deactivation, which turns off certain cylinders under specific conditions, boosts fuel economy by 1 MPG for most of the trims.
Among the ways that the 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback makes your drives around Waterloo, IA, safer is with Front and Rear Parking Sensors that tell you how close you’re getting to obstacles when you pull into a parking spot. When you back out of a space, Rear Cross Traffic Alert tells you about any vehicles crossing your reverse path.
At the top of the trims for the 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback is the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus, which comes with a 12-speaker premium audio system. Built-in navigation gives you turn-by-turn directions to your destination. Traffic Sign Recognition can capture information on speed limit and other signs, and project the information on your display.
Design of the Year in 2020 because of its Kodo Japanese aesthetic. In 2019, the vehicle also received the Best of the Best Red Dot notice. In 2016, the Mazda3 received the Total Quality Award for Small Multi-Function Cars from Strategic Vision.
*MSRP excludes tax, title, license fees and $1,015 destination charge (Alaska $1,060). 2023 Mazda3 2.5 S Hatchback Carbon Edition shown, $27,400 MSRP. Vehicle shown may be priced higher. Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details.