2018 LA Motor Show: All-new Mazda3 to be showcased

Team OD Published: November 09, 2018, 11:51 AM IST

The third-gen Mazda3, a premium compact hatch and sedan, has been on sale in the international markets since 2013. It competes with the likes of the Honda Civic and Chevrolet Cruze in those markets. The company has now confirmed that an all-new Mazda3 will be showcased at the 2019 Los Angeles Motor show that is scheduled to take place from November 30 to December 9, 2018 with press days on November 28 and 29.

Mazda3 hatch and sedan teasers officially released by Mazda

The Japanese car manufacturer mentions that the all-new Mazda3 will adopts a richer interpretation of Mazda's KODO design philosophy, which embodies the essence of Japanese aesthetics. Meanwhile, fundamental performance attributes have been raised to a new level. Next generation Skyactiv-Vehicle Architecture enables people to make the most of their natural sense of balance and the latest Skyactiv engines offer responsive control of vehicle speed in any driving situation. Further, the releases adds, the arrival of all-new Mazda3 marks the beginning of a whole new generation of Mazda cars that will deliver new dimensions of driving joy to customers around the world.

Mazda Kai Concept showcased at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show

It is being said that the 2.0-liter gasoline engine in the Mazda3 will produce around 190PS of power and generate 258Nm of torque. While the hatch will borrow design traits from the Kai concept that was showcased in 2017, the sedan might retain certain characteristics of the present offering with a more modern styling.

Price (Ex-Delhi)
Starts Rs 13.95 Lakhs
Displacement
1998cc
Transmission
Manual
Max Power(ps)
166
Max Torque(Nm)
360
Mileage
17.3 Kmpl
Price (Ex-Delhi)
Starts Rs 17.94 Lakhs
Displacement
1597cc
Transmission
Manual
Max Power(ps)
120
Max Torque(Nm)
300
Mileage
26.8 Kmpl