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#2727 of 2744 VW Rabbit beats out the Mazda 3 (Consumer Reports) by autonomous May 06, 2008 (1:40 pm)
According to Edmunds Inside Line, the latest issue of CR has the VW Rabbit beating out the Mazda3 hatchback! Replies to this message: percussionist (May 07, 2008 6:44 am) autonomous (May 07, 2008 2:24 pm)
#2728 of 2744 Re: VW Rabbit beats out the Mazda 3 (Consumer Reports) [autonomous] by percussionist May 07, 2008 (6:44 am)
Replying to: autonomous (May 06, 2008 1:40 pm) I had a Rabbit - and while I'm sure the times have changed since then, it was enough to make me not even consider another VeeDub. I drove my friend's Passat (after spending 15 minutes figuring out where all the controls are) and really liked it - it's too bad he doesn't get to drive it more often due to all the shop time it requires.   But just out of curiosity, in what areas does CR claim the Rabbit is better? Replies to this message: autonomous (May 07, 2008 2:24 pm)
#2729 of 2744 Re: VW Rabbit beats out the Mazda 3 (Consumer Reports) [percussionist] by autonomous May 07, 2008 (2:24 pm)
Replying to: percussionist (May 07, 2008 6:44 am) The Volkswagen Rabbit got top marks from the notoriously picky Consumer Reports, which praised the hatchback's "agile handling" and "versatile, well-finished interior." Here's the link to the article in Edmunds: http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=126106
#2730 of 2744 Re: Hatchback Cargo Space [gordonwd] by shikem Jun 20, 2008 (7:07 pm)
Replying to: gordonwd (Apr 01, 2008 10:59 am) My 56 cm bike fits easily without taking off the front wheel. Takes out the cargo cover and fold down the seats. Put the bike in back wheel 1st. Turn the handle bars so the front wheel is vertical and there you have it.
#2731 of 2744 Key lock on manual transmission by peddler3 Jul 19, 2008 (12:10 pm)
I'm in the market for a new car and I've been looking at the Mazda 3 hatch, manual trans. What's up with the key removal button? That is really irritating. Is there anyway around this thing? I hope the 2010 doesnt have it.   Also, is there any aftermarket replacement for the cargo cover that is smaller than the stock and easier to stow away than the big plastic monster that comes stock?   Thanks
#2732 of 2744 Dead Pedal for Mazda 3 by joem5 Jul 21, 2008 (4:46 pm)
Where can I get a black rubber or plastic dead pedal? I 'll have a hole in the cheap carpeting soon.           ty Replies to this message: maltb (Jul 22, 2008 9:33 am)
#2733 of 2744 Re: Dead Pedal for Mazda 3 [joem5] by maltb Jul 22, 2008 (9:33 am)
Replying to: joem5 (Jul 21, 2008 4:46 pm) The Mazdaspeed3 has a stainless one but it would cost about $130 for all the parts to install it in your Mazda3.
#2734 of 2744 performance / fuel saver chip by stringcatt Jul 23, 2008 (8:31 pm)
Has anyone tried one of the fuel savers chip with an positive results? Also, how can it be determined if my '08 hatch has traction/stability control? I've misplaced the window sticker. Replies to this message: maltb (Jul 24, 2008 9:15 am) igozoomzoom (Jul 24, 2008 9:06 pm)
#2735 of 2744 Re: performance / fuel saver chip [stringcatt] by maltb Jul 24, 2008 (9:15 am)
Replying to: stringcatt (Jul 23, 2008 8:31 pm) 4&5 dr 2.3L Touring and GT have TCS/DSC.
#2736 of 2744 Re: performance / fuel saver chip [stringcatt] by igozoomzoom Jul 24, 2008 (9:06 pm)
Replying to: stringcatt (Jul 23, 2008 8:31 pm) Ditto to what maltb said in the last post- it's standard on Touring and Grand Touring trim levels of all Mazda3 s models. Unless your 5-door is the base 'Sport', it is equipped with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Traction Control System (TCS).   Every reputable source that I know of has the same thing to say about fuel saving devices including chips- they simply don't work and often do more damage than anything. The greatest risk in your case would be voiding the warranty on your '08 model.   Modifying driving habits, where and when safe and reasonable, is the most effective way to increase your fuel economy. I made some fairly simple changes in how I drive- shifting a bit sooner and accelerating more gradually when possible, using cruise control when driving on the highway, etc. have significantly improved my fuel economy. My overall average average fuel economy was barely 25mpg (24.8, to be exact) before I made these changes. I am now seeing at least 27mpg overall and 29-30mpg cruising at 75mph on the interstate.   If you have an automatic transmission, there isn't as much potential as in a manual because most automatics already operate as efficiently as possible. Minimizing hard acceleration and avoiding making the transmission downshift are about it. If you're are an 80+mph highway driver like me, you may be surprised at the fuel economy benefit from reducing speed by 5-10 miles per hour.

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