2012 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 Overview
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Review
Traded in my 2007 MS3 for a 2012 w/ tech package. Even though many shun from the new "smiley" look, the added features of the tech package will make you overlook the car's questionable design. Even though the older MS3 felt more aggressive, the new one has longer 1st and 2nd gears with a lot less torque steer. Gas mileage stays the same (19-21 city; ~30 hwy). Road noise is somewhat loud but tolerable. Nav screen is too small and more difficult to use compared to the nav in the older models. The hood scoop looks amazing and gives the car that POWER look. This car definitely gets a lot of looks, more than the older model for sure.
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Available Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 2012 Submodel Types: Hatchback
Available Trims: Touring, Sport, Grand Touring
Exterior Colors: Black Mica, Liquid Silver Metallic, Crystal White Pearl Mica, Velocity Red Mica, True Red, Celestial Blue Mica, Cosmic Blue Mica, Crystal White Pearl, Metropolitan Gray Mica, Sunlight Silver Metallic
Interior Colors: Black w/Red Insert leather/cloth, Black w/Red Trim leather/cloth, Black premium cloth
Popular Features: Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Aux Audio Inputs, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, Bluetooth, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Alarm, Navigation, Upgraded Headlights, Upgraded Stereo, USB Inputs, Blind Spot Monitoring
Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders
Transmission: MANUAL
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (required)
Drivetrains: front wheel drive
