2021 Mazda CX-3
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 subcompact is Mazda's smallest SUV. But this versatile vehicle has everything you need in a neat, attractive,e little package. While the 2021 MX-3 is sure to please with its superior performance, it also receives top marks for its excellent exterior styling, wonderful interior design, cutting-edge technology and its great comfort and reliability. Mazda has even upgraded the MX-3's safety technology and kept its price the same. This means the 2021 Mazda CX-3 isn't only the complete package with its combination of performance, style, comfort, safety and new automotive technology, it also provides exceptional value for an affordable price.
Unbridled Passion, Stellar Performance And Unmatched Style
If you love to drive, the 2021 Mazda CX-3 is the perfect compact crossover for you. The vehicle embraces the road with an unbridled passion that makes each drive a memorable experience. The Mazda engineers have gone the extra mile and imbued this sporty little SUV with the powerful drivetrain and advanced automotive technology designed to deliver stellar performance consistently while ensconcing its occupants in comfort and safety. Plus, whether you choose the CX-3 Sport, CX-3 Touring or the CX-3 Grand Touring, you are sure to be pleased and amazed by the unmatched style of Mazda's 2021 version of the CX-3.
1. Couple New Points For The Year
Mazda has made a number of changes to the CX-3 for the 2021 model year to make it even safer than it already was. Some of the most significant changes the company made to the popular compact crossover were a few enhancements to the collision avoidance and driver safety technology. Mazda's 2021 version of the CX-3 now includes the night pedestrian detection feature as standard on the vehicle's low-speed forward collision avoidance and detection system. The Mazda engineers have also upgraded the LED headlights auto on/off feature. The company's goal is to better protect both occupants and pedestrians.
Three Available Engine Options
Another upgrade to the 2021 Mazda CX-3 compact SUV is it now comes with three available engine options. There's a 2.5 liter, 250 horsepower Turbo-4, the 2.5 liter 2.5S engine with 186 horsepower found on the Mazda CX-3 sedan and hatchback models and the Japanese automaker is now adding a new, smaller entry-level inline-4, 155 horsepower, 2.0 liter engine as an option for powering the new CX-3. The new inline-4 engine, which is only available with the front-wheel drive CX-3 sedan, can provide 150 pound-feet of torque. This new, 2.0 liter inline-4 engine makes the 2021 Mazda CX-3 even more fuel efficient.
2. Under The Hood/Mechanical
Pop the hood on the 2021 Mazda CX-3 and it will reveal an impressive power source. It is neatly arranged, well organized and makes finding each of the key components easy. The powertrain of the 2021 Mazda CX-3 comes with 3 engine options. The largest and most powerful is a 250 horsepower, 2.5 liter Turbo-4 engine that produces 320 pound-feet of torque. There's also the 186 horsepower, 2.5 liter, inline-4 2.5S engine that delivers 186 pound-feet of torque. And making its debut in 2021 is Mazda's new 155 horsepower, super responsive Skyactiv-G 2.0 liter, inline-4 engine with 150 pound-feet of torque.
Two Transmissions And All-Wheel Or Front-Wheel Drive
Most buyers can mate the engine of their choice with Mazda's sweet six-speed automatic transmission. However, when you buy the hatchback model with the Premium package, you have the option to get a smooth shifting 6-speed manual transmission. Plus, when you purchase a 2021 Mazda CX-3, you can get the available I-Active All-Wheel Drive or the Front-Wheel Drive version if that's your preference. The front-wheel drive version of the 2021 Mazda CX-3 gets an EPA rated 29 miles per gallon in city driving and 34 miles a gallon on the highway. The AWD model gets 27 miles a gallon in the city and 32 miles a gallon in highway driving.
3. Exterior
The stylish, sporty exterior of the 2021 Mazda CX-3 is sure to turn heads and get lots of attention. It starts with a color palette that includes Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl, Jet Black, Eternal Blue and Deep Crystal Blue Mica. A long nose, sporty silhouette, black grille and body lines that rise over rounded wheel arches to the rear spoiler and plunges to its bright stainless steel dual exhaust tailpipes looks exciting. Add 16-inch alloy wheels, body-color power side mirrors that integrate turn signals, short overhangs and elements of the sleek classic Mazda style into its overall appearance.
Key Exterior Features
Some of the key exterior features that give the 2021 Mazda CX-3 its distinctive look are auto leveling LED headlights, adaptive front-lighting system, 'shark fin' antenna mounted on its roof, body-colored door handles, side body garnish and rear roofline spoiler. Add LED daytime running lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers in the front and rear, its aggressive stance, 101.2 inch wheelbase, excellent ground clearance and MacPherson struts in the front with a torsion beam installed in back and the CX-3 is a balanced, responsive, exciting, striking looking vehicle that lots of fun to drive.
4. Interior
The interior of the 2021 CX-3 has a premium, upscale look with its black, soft leather, upholstery and bright chrome detailing. It has keyless entry, push-button start, dash-mounted 7-inch color touchscreen, multi-function controller, smartphone compatibility and a 6-speaker infotainment system. This compact crossover SUV has unique height seats for five, a comfortable, straightforward driving position and a cargo area that's 17.8 cubic feet with all the seats up and 42.7 cubic feet with both 60/40 split rear seats folded down. It's thoroughly modern, spartan style features 3 striking circular vents and 3 matching rotary climate dials on the dashboard.
Comfort And Convenience
The interior of the 2021 Mazda CX-3 has several great comfort and convenience features. They include power door locks that have 2-stage unlocking, power windows, pollen filter and automatic climate control, overhead lights in the front and rear, rear heater ducts and a 6-way manually adjustable driver's seat. Mazda's 2021 CX-3 also has a steering column that tilts and telescopes, day/night manual rearview mirror and an electronic parking brake featuring auto-hold. There's even a rear window defogger with a timer, a 12-volt power outlet and a cargo area light to make it easier to stash and store your stuff.
5. Technology
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 has a wide array of cutting-edge connectivity technology. Perched atop the vehicle's contoured dashboard is the touchscreen featuring the Mazda Connect infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming and a heads-up display above the instrument panel that shows speed, navigation and other types of data. The vehicle is nicely equipped with an automatic climate control system, USB port, voice control and a self-dimming, frameless, rearview mirror which has a garage door opener. Plus, there are available rear parking sensors.
Multifunction Commander Control
Some of the other important technologies available in the 2021 Mazda CX-3 include Aha, Stitcher and Pandora internet radio integration, SMS text message system, 911 automatic emergency notification, along with steering-wheel mounted controls. The adaptive LED headlights and many of the other standard technologies on the new CX-3 would commonly be found on European luxury cars. They include an active driving display with full instrumentation, trip computer, ambient temperature, tachometer, fuel level gauge and many other premium technological features. They give the SUV next level automotive functions.
6. Safety
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 comes with a full, diverse suite of standard safety technology and features. Mazda calls this array of safety features i-Activsense. It includes forward collision warning, lane department warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and rear cross-traffic alert. Mazda's 2021 CX-3 has been selected a Top Safety Pick Plus by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the IIHS' highest safety award. The SUV also earned a National Highway Transportation Safety Administration five-star overall safety rating. The vehicle's excellent standard safety features play a major role in enabling the 2021 Mazda CX-3 to avoid or be able to withstand any type of accident.
Safety And Driver-Assistance Features
Mazda has gone the extra mile to ensure the 2021 Mazda CX-3 has all the latest and best safety and driver-assist equipment. They include rear parking sensors, LED headlights, fog lights and taillights, automatic high beams, automatic emergency braking featuring pedestrian detection and other even more advanced driver-assistance technology. The CX-3 has forward-collision mitigation, nighttime pedestrian detection and radar-based adaptive cruise control. The i-Activsense safety features can automatically apply the brakes on the 2021 Mazda CX-3 if it perceives that the vehicle is in danger of being involved in any type of impending collision with a pedestrian or a vehicle.
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The 2021 Mazda CX-3 has a stylish exterior, a comfortable, technologically advanced interior, a wide range of safety technology, good fuel economy, is fun to drive and is a great value. If you have questions about the 2021 Mazda CX-3 or want to schedule a test drive, contact Seacoast Mazda right away.