The Mazda3 was named the best small car of the year for 2024, and it’s easy to understand why. Year after year, this Mazda car has been a top contender against competitors like the Honda Civic and the Kia Forte. We think that Richmond and Ashland drivers shopping for a sedan that’s comfortable, safe, and fun to drive will agree that the new Mazda3 sedan from Whitten Brothers Mazda meets all their needs. Explore our inventory of new Mazda sedans online before visiting our Mazda dealership in Richmond for a test drive.
The new Mazda sedan is affordable and available in several trim levels. Both the interior and exterior provide luxe finishes and details. The Mazda3 is Consumer Reports recommended, and Car and Driver notes that the “elegant exterior and plush interior combine to create a delectable compact” car. Kelley Blue Book highlights that this Mazda car has “standout style” and is “fun to drive”. Learn more about the features that make the Mazda3 sedan a favorite amongst drivers and critics alike.
Mazda3 Performance: This Mazda sedan has two engine options featuring SKYACTIV® technology. The base engine is a 191-hp SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter 4-cylinder. For added power, there’s the 250-hp SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter dynamic pressure turbo engine. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Mazda3 has G-Vectoring Control Plus technology, which adjusts torque and braking to provide a smooth ride and improved stability.
Lower trims have standard front-wheel drive (FWD), and higher trims have standard i-Activ AWD® (all-wheel drive).
The standard engine gets an EPA-estimated 27 mpg/city, 35 mpg/highway, and 30 mpg/combined. The turbo engine gets an EPA-estimated 23 mpg/city, 31 mpg/highway, and 26 mpg/combined.
Mazda3 Interior: With seating for five and 55.7 inches of front shoulder room, 53.5 inches of rear shoulder room, 54.6 inches of front hip room, and 50.9 inches of rear hip room, there’s plenty of space inside this Mazda sedan. The seats are cloth-trimmed, leatherette-trimmed, or leather-trimmed, depending on the trim level, and higher trims add luxe details like a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter.
The trunk of the new Mazda3 offers 13.2 cubic feet, and the back row has 60/40 split fold-down seats for additional storage when needed.
This Mazda car provides access to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and more via the Mazda Connect™ infotainment system. Higher trims also include Alexa Built-In and a wireless phone charger. The Mazda3 interior features a sound system with six, eight, or 12 speakers, and the remote keyless entry and push-button start make it easy to get in and go.
Mazda3 Safety: The new Mazda3 received a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+. This Maza sedan features i-ACTIVSENSE®, a suite of active and passive vehicle safety features to keep you safe and alert. Some of the standard safety features that come with the new Mazda3 include;
Whitten Brothers Mazda is a top Mazda dealership in Richmond, VA, and we’re ready to help you find a new Mazda3 that suits your budget and your wishlist. Now that you’ve learned more about what this Mazda sedan offers and explored our inventory online, contact us to schedule a visit to our showroom. One of our Sales Advocates will be happy to answer any additional questions and take you for a test drive so you can experience all that the new Mazda3 sedan has to offer.
