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Mazda MAZDA3

Entirely redesigned for 2010, the Mazda 3 is (still) one of the best compact cars you can buy. Unique aerodynamic styling (the smiley-face grille grows on you), excellent handling, and a high quality interior all contribute to making the 3 especially fun to drive. It's available in 4-door sedan and 5-door hatchback body styles with choice of 4-cylinder engine, and offers luxury options like Bluetooth, navigation, leather upholstery and heated seats. We prefer the 5-door for its added versatility and hot-hatch looks.

MSRP: $15,295 – $22,800
Base Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with 148 hp
Base EPA mpg: 25 city/33 hwy/28 cmb
Competition: Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra

Model Highlights
Available 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with 167 hp and 21 city/29 hwy/24 cmb mpg
Height-adjustable driver seat and tilt/telescoping steering wheel
Optional auto-leveling and directionally adaptive bi-xenon HIDs
Standard brake assist and active front head restraints

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