2017 Mazda CX-3

The 2017 Mazda CX-3 SUV is offered in three reasonably priced trims – each offering their own unique feature sets and technologies. Whether you’re shopping for a simple yet sophisticated SUV, or a luxurious, ultra-techy five-seater, the CX-3 fits the mold. Look below to see which trim best suits your budget:

• 2017 Mazda CX-3 Sport: Base MSRP from $19,960
• 2017 Mazda CX-3 Touring: Base MSRP from $21,960
• 2017 Mazda CX-3 Grand Touring: Base MSRP from $24,990

Under the hood of the Mazda CX-3, you’ll find a 2.0L SKYACTIV®-G 4-cylinder engine that generates 146 hp and torque to match. Accompanying the engine is a SKYACTIV® DRIVE 6-speed automatic transmission, which includes a manual-shift mode for greater driver control, and a Sport mode for a more athletic driving experience. Front-wheel drive is the CX-3 SUV’s base drivetrain configuration; however, i-ACTIVE AWD® is available for enhanced stability on slippery or rugged driving surfaces. With front-wheel drive, the 2017 Mazda CX-3 nets an EPA-estimated 29 mpg city/34 mpg highway rating, while all-wheel drive knocks just two miles per gallon off city and highway fuel economy.

As appealing on the inside as it is on the outside, the 2017 Mazda CX-3 cabin offers ample luxury, convenience, and space. The rearview camera simplifies parallel parking on busy Orlando streets, while the push-button ignition system lets you start the engine and go without fumbling for your keys. Upgrading to the Touring augments the look and feel of the cabin with heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The top-tier Grand Touring pulls out all the stops with a sunroof, leather/Lux Suede upholstery, and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Despite its compact build, the CX-3 offers up to 44.5 cubic feet of storage space with the standard 60/40-split-folding rear seats folded down.

The 2017 Mazda CX-3 SUV is family-ready and comfort-focused, yet contemporary through and through. The Active Driving Display, which is standard on the Grand Touring, keeps you up to date from start to finish by projecting important driver information, such as speed and directions, just above the gauge cluster. Standard inside every CX-3 is the intelligent Mazda CONNECT™ Infotainment System. Using a number of mediums, including a 7-inch touchscreen, steering wheel-mounted controls, voice commands, and a control knob, you can access the following via the central infotainment system:

• Bluetooth handsfree phone and audio streaming
• AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers and Automatic Level Control
• Radio Broadcast Data System program information
• SMS text message audio delivery and reply
• Stitcher, Aha, and Pandora radio integration
• Optional Mazda Navigation System
• Optional Bose 7-speaker audio system

The 2017 Mazda CX-3 passed the NHTSA’s crash tests with flying colors, earning the highest five-star overall safety rating. Its safety-mindedness doesn’t stop there; every 2017 CX-3 is armed with an anti-theft alarm, five 3-point seatbelts, comprehensive airbags, side impact door beams, and LATCH. To put your mind at ease, Mazda CONNECT™ includes an E911 automatic emergency notification function, which can summon assistance after an accident. Engineered to predict and react to potentially dangerous driving situations, the following optional systems offer enhanced safety and security:

• Standard on the Touring and above, Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring notifies you of vehicles in your bind zones, while Rear Cross-Traffic Alert detects approaching vehicles while you’re reversing.
• The Smart City Brake Support System is a feature in the i-ACTIVSENSE® Package, and can brake automatically to possibly avoid low-speed collisions.
• Also included in the i-ACTIVSENSE® Package, Lane Departure Warning notifies you the moment you begin to unintentionally drift from your lane.

The 2017 Mazda CX-3 Gets Incredible Reviews

“No other car in the class can match the CX-3’s overall performance. It starts with invigorating handling that makes the CX-3 fun to drive, a hallmark characteristic of the Mazda brand.” – U.S. News & World Report

The 2017 Mazda CX-3 is powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder engine that can produce 146 hp and 146 Ib-ft of torque. Its six-speed automatic transmission combines to help make it possible for the crossover to accelerate from 0 to 60 in only 8.5 seconds. Although front-wheel drive comes standard, all-wheel drive is available on every CX-3 trim.

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