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2024 MAZDA MAZDA3 Hatchback | WheelsTV Vehicle Spotlight

July 9, 2024

2024 Mazda3 Premium Plus Hatchback: A Fusion of Style, Performance, and Value

In many ways, the 2024 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback is truly the Swiss Army Knife of the compact car world.

For example, here’s a short list of boxes that the Mazda3 checks:

Elegant, Yet Athletic Styling.
Safety. Both Hatchback & Sedan Models are IIHS Top Safety Pick+
Efficient (Up to 28 City / 37 Highway MPG for the FWD sedan).
Powerful Turbo Engine (Specs Below).
Fun to Drive; Available 6-Speed Manual.
Practical.
Versatile. Especially with the Hatchback.
Tech Savvy. Standard 8.8-inch Center Display w/ Apple CarPlay & Android Auto.
Available Above Market Luxury Features

This latest iteration of the Mazda3 exemplifies Mazda’s commitment to delivering vehicles that offer an exceptional driving experience.

Design: The 2024 Mazda3 Hatchback showcases Mazda’s Kodo: “Soul of Motion” design philosophy and features sleek lines and a dynamic silhouette, with a bold front grille and standard LED headlights that give it a confident presence on the road. The flowing curves and sculpted sides enhance aerodynamics and add to its aesthetic appeal.

Performance: The Mazda3 Hatchback offers a range of powertrain options. The standard Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine provides 191 horsepower, while the available turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine delivers 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque when using premium, 93-octane fuel. The 2.5-liter Turbo produces 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The Mazda3 features an advanced suspension system and G-Vectoring Control Plus for responsive handling and stability. It also offers impressive fuel efficiency.

Interior and Technology: The interior of the 2024 Mazda3 Hatchback is designed with comfort and sophistication in mind and includes premium materials such as cloth, leatherette, or leather-trimmed seating surfaces and soft-touch materials. The driver-centric cockpit design ensures easy access to all controls.

The 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus that we drove came with perforated red leather Sport seats with heated front seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system.

Safety: The 2024 Mazda3 Hatchback includes the i-Activsense suite of advanced safety features. This suite includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring, among others. These features are designed to enhance safety and prevent accidents.

With its dynamic design, powerful engine options, comfortable interior, and advanced safety features the 2024 Mazda3 Hatchback combines style, performance, and technology with a well-rounded driving experience.