2023 Mazda3 Hatchback

The Mazda3 is a compact car, but it is not small on performance. This vehicle is fun to drive, powerful, and fuel efficient. It also has a lot of great technology and safety features for you, as well as a comfortable interior. This vehicle can be found in a Sedan or Hatchback version, but below, we will be taking a closer look at the 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback.

What’s New for 2023?

New for the 2023 model, you have a few changes to the performance of this vehicle. One major change to this vehicle is the fact that the base 2.0-liter engine was dropped for this model year. Your base engine is now a 2.5-liter engine, and this 2.5-liter engine also has increased horsepower for the 2023 model.

There are also a few changes to the trim levels offered because of this engine change. The former base model with the 2.0-liter engine is no longer available, so the base model is now the 2.5 S trim.

Learn more about all the different features and capabilities offered to you on the 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback below, and reach out to us at Seacoast Mazda with any questions.

Performance and Engine Options

First, let’s look at the performance of this vehicle. Mazda vehicles give you a fun performance because they are designed to enhance your driving experience and make that performance fun and reliable. For 2023, the Mazda3 is dropping the base engine that was found in the previous model year, so there will no longer be a 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Below, you can check out the options you do have for an engine.

• 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine – This engine was found on the previous model year, but it has been given a boost in horsepower for the 2023 model. This 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine gives you 191-horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque.
• Turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine – Your other option is a turbocharged version of the 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. This engine can produce up to 250-horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque.

In terms of fuel efficiency, you can expect 2023 Mazda3 models to be able to get up to 28 city and 37 highway miles per gallon, which is an increase from previous years.

All of the 2023 Mazda3 models come with a standard six-speed automatic transmission with one exception. There is an available six-speed manual transmission on the front-wheel drive Premium Hatchback model. The Mazda3 comes standard with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available to you.

The riding, handling, and braking in the Mazda3 are all very good. This vehicle is fun to drive and it can get you where you need to go. Check out the other features this vehicle has to offer you below.

Exterior

The smooth and stylish 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback can be found with exterior colors like Jet Black Mica, Machine Gray Metallic, Platinum Quartz Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl Mica, Soul Red Crystal Metallic, and Polymetal Gray Metallic. This vehicle measures 15.3 feet in length, and it has a curb weight ranging from 2,984 to 3,383 pounds.

On the base model of this vehicle, you can find a matte finish front grille and silver finish 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, LED combination tail lights, and automatic on/off headlights. There are additional available exterior upgrades, depending on the specific model you choose. Other exterior options include larger 18-inch alloy wheels, a gloss black front grille, a power moonroof, heated door mirrors, and a rear roof spoiler.

Interior

The interior of this vehicle comes standard with black cloth seating for five people in two rows. There are interior upgrades like dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leatherette seats, heated seats, and eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat.

When it comes to cargo space, the Hatchback model offers you more than the Sedan version. Behind the rear row of seating, you can get 20.1 cubic feet of cargo space. However, if you fold down those rear seats, you can get up to 47.1 cubic feet of cargo space.

Technology Features

Also on the inside of this vehicle, you can find some great safety features. Check out all the tech features in greater detail below.

• Mazda Connect infotainment system – The Mazda3 Hatchback is home to the Mazda Connect infotainment system, which is easy to use. This system is found with an 8.8-inch display, but it is not a touchscreen option, it is controlled with a dial and buttons.
• Bluetooth – You also have the ability to talk on the phone hands-free with the Bluetooth capability in your 2023 Mazda3. This can keep you safer as you can keep your hands on the wheel.
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – The Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are used to connect your smartphone to your vehicle. This gives you easy access to smartphone apps, music, phone contacts, and more.
• USB ports – You have multiple USB ports to give you connection to your infotainment system, as well as charging for your devices.
• Navigation system – The navigation system in your 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback can give you directions and peace of mind so that you don’t get lost when you are on the road.
• Premium audio system – If you love listening to music, audiobooks, and more, the premium audio system in this vehicle will be a great thing for you. You can find a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system in the Mazda3.
• Keyless entry and push-button start – You also add ease and convenience to your day with the proximity keyless entry and push-button start. This means you can unlock your vehicle and start your car without pulling the keys out of your pocket or bag. It makes your life just a little bit easier.

These technology features make the 2023 Mazda3 fun, convenient, and entertaining for you. The other great technology in this vehicle can be found in the form of advanced driver assistance features that you can learn more about in the next section.

Safety

All Mazda vehicles are constructed to keep you safer from the build of the vehicle to the airbags to the safety technology features. The 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback has plenty of great safety features, including some great driver assistance features that you can learn more about below.

The base model of the 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback offers you all the i-Activsense suite of safety features standard. These features include Mazda radar cruise control, smart brake support, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, high beam control, and driver attention alert. There are also some additional features found on some of the higher trim levels. These features include blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, parking sensors, traffic sign recognition, and reverse automatic braking. Learn more about some of these safety features in greater detail below.

• Lane keep assist – If you are drifting out of your lane unintentionally, this feature will make minor steering corrections to keep you in your lane. It uses cameras and sensors to see where your lane is and it constantly monitors where you are in your lane to make sure you aren’t drifting out of it.
• Rear cross traffic alert – This safety feature is to alert you of vehicles that may be crossing behind you as you drive in reverse. It can help you to see vehicles that might be in a blind spot as you are backing out of a parking space or driveway.
• Blind spot monitoring – This feature will help you to be notified of vehicles that are in your blind spots. It will give you an audible and visual alert when there is a vehicle in your blind spot so you do not try to move your vehicle in that direction.
• Forward automatic emergency braking – Your Mazda3 also offers you automatic emergency braking or smart brake support. This safety feature monitors in front of your vehicle, and if it detects an imminent collision, it will automatically apply the brakes to avoid or lessen the impact of that collision.

As mentioned above, the base model for your 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback comes standard with the i-Activsense suite of safety features. This means you have a lot of great features looking out for you on even the base model. These features can keep you, your passengers, and other drivers safer out on the road.

If you have any questions about the 2023 Mazda3 Hatchback, or even the 2023 Mazda3 Sedan version, you can reach out to us at Seacoast Mazda. We are happy to help you with your next vehicle upgrade.

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