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#2716 of 2744 Mazda3 : Next generation coming spring 2009 by autonomous Mar 27, 2008 (8:35 am)
"In the spring of 2009, the next-generation Mazda3 will debut as a 2010 model. Mazda will re-engineer the car's existing C1 platform underpinnings. The engine family will remain the same, but upgrades in power and fuel economy are planned. Most of the changes address consumer concerns over noise, vibration and harshness without removing the dynamic driving experience. The design will feel more integrated, especially with optional sport appearance packages". From Mazda expects to tinker with a steady lineup by Mark Rechtin, Automotive News.   The new look of Mazda3 is from Laurens van den Acker, Mazda's new design chief. Replies to this message: raychuang00 (Mar 30, 2008 9:09 am) roadburner (Mar 30, 2008 12:10 pm) autonomous (Mar 31, 2008 8:07 am)
#2717 of 2744 Hatchback Cargo Space by ecofun Mar 27, 2008 (1:24 pm)
Hate to change the subject, but I wanted to find out if a 56 cm road bike at least with the front tire off will fit into my 5 door hatch with seats down. Anyone have first hand experience? Replies to this message: gordonwd (Apr 01, 2008 10:59 am) seva (Apr 25, 2008 6:21 pm) shikem (Jun 20, 2008 7:07 pm)
#2718 of 2744 Re: Mazda3 : Next generation coming spring 2009 [autonomous] by raychuang00 Mar 30, 2008 (9:09 am)
Replying to: autonomous (Mar 27, 2008 8:35 am) I really hope that when Mazda does update the Mazda3, they will not only offer models with more fuel-efficient engines and possibly offering a 50-state legal Duratoq turbodiesel in the 1.8-1.9 liter size with a 5AT or 6AT transmission for the USA market. The current Mazda3 is a very nice driver's car but it's let down by the rather thirsty 2.3-liter I-4 engine on the top-end models. Replies to this message: roadburner (Mar 30, 2008 12:10 pm) autonomous (Mar 31, 2008 8:07 am)
#2719 of 2744 Re: Mazda3 : Next generation coming spring 2009 [raychuang00] by roadburner Mar 30, 2008 (12:10 pm)
Replying to: raychuang00 (Mar 30, 2008 9:09 am) If they can find another 50 or so BHP in the MZR turbo and keep the average fuel economy above 22 mpg or so I'm in.
#2720 of 2744 Re: Mazda3 : Next generation coming spring 2009 [raychuang00] by autonomous Mar 31, 2008 (8:07 am)
Replying to: raychuang00 (Mar 30, 2008 9:09 am) offering a 50-state legal Duratoq turbodiesel in the 1.8-1.9 liter size with a 5AT or 6AT transmission for the USA market   Agreed, turbodiesels should be part of Mazda's North American strategy. The risk in this strategy seems to be the novelty of diesels in the NA car market.   A five speed automatic transmission sounds like it's becoming the bar separating the higher end compacts from the lower end ones. A model with a six speed automatic would leap to the top of the pack.
#2721 of 2744 Re: Hatchback Cargo Space [ecofun] by gordonwd Apr 01, 2008 (10:59 am)
Replying to: ecofun (Mar 27, 2008 1:24 pm) We just got our Mazda3 last weekend and are hoping that we can get our comfort bikes (one at a time of course) into the back. I am also pretty sure that my road bike (56cm) will fit in there, but there's no doubt that the front wheel has to come off.   Unfortunately, the weather has been so lousy that my bike is still on the work stand in the basement and I'll be gone for the next couple of weeks. But I'll try to remember to post back here when I have the results. Replies to this message: seva (Apr 25, 2008 6:21 pm) shikem (Jun 20, 2008 7:07 pm)
#2722 of 2744 Impressed with new GT by gordonwd Apr 01, 2008 (11:10 am)
We picked up our 2008.5 GT last weekend, in the dazzling Copper Red color (a 2008.5 change, along with a power seat and a few other goodies). This is mainly my wife's car, but I have to admit that I am very impressed with all of the features that they have packed into this vehicle. It seems to have most of what my BMW 325i has, at less than 2/3 the cost! Granted, it's no BMW, but then what else is?   I haven't had much chance to drive it myself since I'm still trying to pry it away from my wife, but it certainly looks like we made a good choice!
#2723 of 2744 Re: Hatchback Cargo Space [gordonwd] by seva Apr 25, 2008 (6:21 pm)
Replying to: gordonwd (Apr 01, 2008 10:59 am) I always put my road bike with back seats down without taking off the front wheel. Here are 2 differences: 1. My bike is 49 cm -- Lemond Reno 2005 2. My car is Mazda Protege 5 Wagon. but I suspect, Mazda 3 is a little bit longer.
#2724 of 2744 Re: sport or touring [rgerstl] by marscat Apr 26, 2008 (6:21 am)
Replying to: rgerstl (Mar 02, 2007 10:51 am) Driving in a city full of potholes, I regret having my low profile touring tires. This might not be an issue for others, though. Replies to this message: autonomous (Apr 28, 2008 8:06 am)
#2725 of 2744 Tiring talk [marscat] by autonomous Apr 28, 2008 (8:06 am)
Replying to: marscat (Apr 26, 2008 6:21 am) Driving in a city full of potholes, I regret having my low profile touring tires.   I was thinking of this as I walked by a stunning VW Golf GT with what looked like 40's. The car may be superb and the tires may provide great control but, oh, the pain when hitting one of those cracks/crevices/canyons in the road after the ravages of winter. The nature of our roads is a limitation on automobile design/set-up; sports (or, sporty) cars need great roads (or, better still, race tracks).

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