2007 Mazdaspeed 3 Test Drive

Pros:

• Amazing performance
• Stealth appearance
• Reasonable price

Cons:

• Some torque steer

Who should not buy the Mazdaspeed 3:
Those who think proper sports cars have two doors

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Details and specs:

• Body style: 5-door hatchback
• Trim levels: Sport, Grand Touring
• Price range (including options): $22,835 - $27,220
• Base engine: 2.3 liter turbocharged inline 4, 263 hp @ 5500 RPM, 280 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM
• Optional engine: None
• Premium fuel required? Yes
• Transmission: 6-speed manual
• Driveline: Front engine, front-wheel-drive
• EPA fuel economy estimates: 20 MPG city/28 MPG highway
• Where built: Japan
• Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted torso airbags, side-curtain airbags, antilock brakes, electronic stability control
• Optional safety equipment: None
• Major standard features: Leather seats, power windows/locks/mirrors, keyless entry, climate control, CD player
• Major options: Navigation system, satellite radio, auto-dimming rear view mirror
• Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain, 5 years/unlimited mileage outer body rust-through
• Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 3 years/36,000 miles roadside assistance

Best rivals:

• Volkswagen GTI
• Honda Civic Si
• Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
• Audi A3