4-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed manual w/OD
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2.0- or 2.3-liter engine
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Manual or automatic transmission
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Sporty Mazda styling and personality
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Kinship to larger Mazda models
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Two body styles
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Stylish appearance, especially on the hatchback
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Steering and handling
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Automatic or manual transmissions
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Driving ease
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Front passenger space
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Instrument readability
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Backseat passenger space
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Engine noise on hard acceleration
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Seat comfort
Vehicle Summary
Mazda follows up its Mazda6 midsize sedan with a brand-new, compact-size Mazda3 sedan and hatchback. Both front-wheel-drive body styles go on sale late in 2003, and a choice of four-cylinder engines will be available. Read more
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