Mazdaspeed3

The Mazdaspeed3 is a sport compact hatchback introduced by Mazdaspeed for the 2007 model year, as a performance-enhanced version of the Mazda3.

Several road tests have the Mazdaspeed3 attaining 0-60 mph in under six seconds with skidpad numbers in the .87 to .91 range.

In Car and Driver magazine’s May 2007 issue, the Mazdaspeed3 recorded its quickest acceleration times, completing the 0-60 mph sprint in 5.3 seconds, with a quarter mile time of 13.8 at 102 mph (164 km/h).

Car and Driver also put the Mazdaspeed3 on their 10 best list for 2007 and 2008.

2010 Mazdaspeed3

The 2010 Mazdaspeed3 retains the MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo engine. Pictures and comprehensive details were revealed to the public at the 2009 Geneva Auto Show and its North American Debut was at the New York Auto Show in April 2009.

Mazdaspeed3

Second generation

2010 Mazdaspeed3 (US)

Production 2010-

Wheelbase 2,640 mm (103.9 in)

Length 4,505 mm (177.4 in)

Width 1,770 mm (69.7 in)

Height 1,460 mm (57.5 in)