HatchbackMazda47% by Neofiliac Team8.0/10 by Neofiliac Users

Mazda 3 / Axela II (BL)

Compact Hatchback

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Product Overview

Mazda 3 / Axela Mk2 Hatchback (chassis code BL) is a compact hatchback in production from 2009 to 2013. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.5 liters.
Compared to the Mazda 2 of the same period, the Mazda 3 hatchback is a much more beautiful car, especially in the Mazdaspeed3 form. Mazda also made sure that the Mk2 Mazda 3 received fully independent rear suspensions.
Mazda has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it. Another plus is the small 10.4m (34.1ft) turning circle.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 47%
Pros
  • Rather beautifully styled
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • Small turning circle
  • Strong engine lineup
Cons
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

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Specifications

Variants shown:
1.6 CD 109
1.6 CD 115
1.6 105
1.6 105 AT
2.0 CD 150
2.0 DISI 150
2.0 150 AT
2.2 CD 185
2.5 167
2.5 167 AT
MPS / Mazdaspeed3

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