2014 Mazda Mazda3

The all-new 2014 Mazda3 compact five-door is engineered with the full complement of SKYACTIV technologies -- a proprietary suite of fuel-efficient, performance-driven components and manufacturing philosophies -- as well as handsome styling.

Lower and leaner than its predecessor, this third generation Mazda3 shares almost nothing with its older siblings other than a name. The Mazda3's cab rearward posture and raked profile further emphasize agility and speed. Yet such style is not without purpose as the five-door and sedan models achieve best-in-class coefficient of drag (Cd) at 0.275 and 0.255, respectively, when equipped with i-ELOOP and an active grille shutter.

A new-to-Mazda feature, an active grille shutter is mounted in front of the radiator and automatically opens and closes in accordance with driving conditions to improve aerodynamic performance while contributing to real-world gains in fuel economy.

The interior is no less impressive, starting with the driver-oriented cockpit. The pedals are laid out symmetrically to the left and right of the driver's center-line with a hinged organ-type accelerator pedal as standard for added safety and comfort.

The 2014 Mazda3 also is the first vehicle to feature Mazda's all-new Active Driving Display, a clear pop-up panel that displays vehicle speed, navigation directions and other important driving information, and is vertically mounted behind the meter hood.

The 2014 Mazda3 is offered with two engine choices: the currently-offered SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter gasoline engine and a new SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter gasoline engine. The SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter produces 155 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque. The SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter produces a peak of 184 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque. The 2014 Mazda3 is available with a choice of the SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual and SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic transmissions.