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New for the 2017 model year, Mazda’s G-Vectoring Control is incorporated into the SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS technology suite to introduce a new level of driver-centric performance. Here’s what you need to know about G-Vectoring Control in the 2017 Mazda3. more How does Mazda G-Vectoring Control work? In order to deliver a next-level driving experience, Mazda G-Vectoring Control uses the engine along with the steering and throttle inputs and suspension responses to refine the overall performance. “Conceptually, it’s really simple. Every time you make a steering wheel input, it reduces the engine torque a ridiculously small amount. Enough to shift a little bit of extra load on the front tires and that extra weight on the front tires sharpens the response, gives better steering feedback and a more natural cornering posture.” - Dave Coleman, development engineer at Mazda G-Vectoring Control reduces the need for subtle steering adjustments and improves handling. This results in an easier behind-the-wheel experience that leaves drivers feeling more energetic and refreshed. The change can also be felt by passengers because there is less sway during turns and lane changes. Overall, Mazda’s G-Vectoring Control is specifically designed to enhance rider comfort and allow the car to respond to the driver’s actions just as intended. New Diesel Engine for 2017 Mazda CX-5 Mazda i-ACTIVSENSE Safety Features 2017 Mazda6 Driver Assistance Systems

Mazda vehicles are equipped with the latest high-tech convenience features aimed at improving the on-road experience. Before you are able to utilize these advanced technologies, however, you must first learn how they work. In order to help you out, we have put together a list of 6 steps you can follow while connecting your iPhone SE to the 2017 Mazda3 via Bluetooth. more 6 Steps to connect the iPhone SE to the Mazda3 In order to pair your phone, your Mazda3 must be in park. If you’re pairing for the first time, press COMMUNICATION from the vehicle’s main screen. The handsfree system will let you know there are no phones connected and ask if you would like to connect a phone. Choose Connect. Make sure Bluetooth is on and select Add New Device. If you are NOT pairing for the first time, choose Settings from the main screen. Select DEVICES, then Bluetooth. Make sure Bluetooth is on and touch Add New Device. From your iPhone SE, navigate to Settings.and select Bluetooth. Ensure Bluetooth is on by sliding the toggle to the right. Your Mazda3 system should show up in the list of Devices. Select it. When prompted on your phone, confirm the passcode or PIN matches the one in your vehicle and select Pair. What iPhone SE features are accessible via Bluetooth connection? When your iPhone SE is wirelessly connected to your 2017 Mazda3, you can take advantage of a number of practical features, including: Handsfree calling Contact import Text message notification Bluetooth streaming audio Pandora AHA - Facebook, Twitter, and music If you encounter problems while pairing your iPhone SE to the 2017 Mazda3, feel free to contact our team at Seacoast Mazda or get in touch with your local Mazda dealer. Contact Us

Each year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) evaluates vehicles across the industry based on a number of safety tests, This year, three Mazda vehicles--the CX-3, Mazda3, and Mazda6--earned Top Safety Pick+ awards, and here’s why. more IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Evaluation and Testing In order to be considered a Top Safety Pick+, vehicles must earn at least a Good rating for the following evaluations: small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, and head restraint. They must also get either Advanced or Superior ratings for front crash prevention and pass comprehensive headlight evaluations. In the end, the Mazda CX-3, Mazda3, and Mazda6 made quite an impression to receive an award that gets more competitive with each passing year. The 2017 Mazda CX-5 and CX-9 have yet to be tested. Stay tuned for the end results for those evaluations. Who knows? Mazda could end up with 5 models with 2017 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards. Key Mazda Safety Features The only way these Mazda vehicles were able to earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards is because of Mazda’s advanced safety technologies, which include: SKYACTIV Technology - a suite of high-tech components, such as fuel-efficient engines, comfort-tuned suspensions, and more Smart City Brake Support & Smart Brake Support - automatic emergency braking systems that help drivers avoid potential collisions Adaptive LED headlights Straight frame rails If you are interested in getting behind the wheel of one of Mazda’s safety-award-winning vehicles, we encourage you to take a look at our new Mazda inventory at Seacoast Mazda and schedule a test drive at your convenience. New Mazda Inventory Schedule a Test Drive

2017 Mazda3 New Trim Options and Features The 2017 Mazda3 has arrived and we’ve got it right here at Seacoast Mazda in Portsmouth, NH. All 2017 Mazda3 trim levels come packed with upgrades and new features. Headlining those additions is Mazda’s new G-Vectoring Control, which uses the engine to refine steering and handling to match driver inputs and is the first in a series of new-generation vehicle motion control technologies collectively known as SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS. But while most everything in and about the 2017 Mazda3 has been made more impressive, one aspect has been simplified – its trim options. So let’s take a look at what that means for you. more 2017 Mazda3 Trim Levels Like the 2016 model year, the 2017 Mazda3 comes in Sport, Touring and Ground Touring trim levels. The differences come when looking under the hood. For the 2017 model year, the Mazda3 Sport and Touring models come equipped with a SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter engine and the choice between a SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual transmission or a SKYACTIV-DRIVE six-speed automatic transmission. The 2017 Mazda3 Touring 2.5 and Grand Touring models feature a SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter engine with the same transmission options. The smaller engine is capable of pumping out 155 horsepower while the larger engine provides 184 horsepower. 2017 Mazda3 Redesigned Interior Everyone loves a nice, quiet ride. And that’s exactly what the 2017 Mazda3 will provide thanks to its redesigned interior complete with enhanced sound insulation. But the Mazda3’s sleek and stylish new interior isn’t just about enjoying a quiet ride. It’s also about comfort and safety on all trim levels. The 2017 Mazda3’s standard and available interior features include an electronic parking brake, power mirrors, locks and windows, push-button start, remote keyless entry, a 7-inch Mazda Connect display audio system, BOSE nine-speaker premium audio system, power moonroof and much, much more. If you have any questions at all about the 2017 Mazda3 trim levels, available color options, or any of our other new or used models, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly Seacoast Mazda staff. And if you’d like to get behind the wheel to see how any of our vehicles feel, you can schedule a test drive right here on our website.

2017 Mazda3 changes and release date The 2017 Mazda3 was released to Japanese car drivers last week. More 2017 Mazda3 changes and a release date will be announced soon, but from what we know right now, we can expect to see the Mazda3 at Seacoast Mazda later in 2017. We’ll discuss some of the expected changes below. more The Mazda3 won a handful of awards in 2016. Here’s just a few of the awards the 2016 Mazda3 took home this year: 10- Best Family Cars of 2016 by Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com Strategic Vision Total Quality Impact Award KBB.com’s 10 Coolest Cars under $18,000 USED CARS UNDER 5K Changes to the 2017 Mazda3 We don’t expect to see many changes to the successful Mazda3. The entire 2017 Mazda lineup is expected to get minor updates after a few major redesigns in 2015 and 2016. The Mazda3 will feature G-Vectoring Control (GVC), which is the first in a series of SKYACTIV®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS technologies meant to integrate control of the transmission, engine, chassis and body to enhance what Mazda calls the Jinbo Ittai feel. Here’s what Masamichi Kogai, Mazda’s President and CEO, had to say about the addition of SKYACTIV®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS technologies. “Mazda is striving to become an irreplaceable presence in the lives of our customers, to create a special bond with them and to be a ‘one-and-only’ brand they will choose again and again,” said Masamichi Kogai, Mazda’s President and CEO. 2017 Mazda3 U.S. release date The 2017 Mazda3 is expected to go on sale in the U.S. later in 2016. How will you know when the 2017 Mazda3 will make its way to Seacoast Mazda? Our website inventory is updated regularly. We’d encourage you to keep checking our inventory online or stop by in person and talk with one of our sales representatives. When the first 2017 Mazda3 arrives, we’ll be sure to tell you about it and its stunning color options right here!