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Replying to: jeffyscott (Apr 16, 2009 6:15 pm) IIRC, the study also indicated that larger wheel sizes also negatively impact braking and to a lesser degree, acceleration. I'll poke around and see if I can come up with it or a suitable alternative (there have been several such studies; I've only read the one). Best regards, Shipo |
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Replying to: vanquish421 (Apr 16, 2009 12:40 pm) Personally, I like the look of the 's' grille and fog lamps (and leather wrapped steering wheel is a must), but those are obviously a matter of opinion. The 17" wheels on the s are also high on my list. The '09 i Touring Value had 17" standard, too bad they didn't carry over to the new i Touring. I'm pleasantly surprised that Mazda is offering the Bose stereo (Moonroof/Bose/6-CD Pkg) on the i Touring and s Sport models, not just the s Grand Touring. The i Touring with Moonroof/Bose/6-CD and the base s Sport are actually priced within $150 of each other. I'd have a hard time choosing between those two! I'd love to see the Bose stereo as a stand-alone option, but I'll take what I can get! I'm also glad to see the navigation option available on all s models, not just the Grand Touring....and it's not ridiculously over-priced anymore!  The 'i' vs. 's' debate isn't relevant to me personally, though. The 5-door is 's' only and, after having my '06 5-door for over three years, I don't think I can ever go back to a sedan (trunk) again! |
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Replying to: shipo (Apr 16, 2009 1:05 pm)  Personally, I think the 17" wheels are a "must" on the MZ3. The 17" wheels are actually how I ended up buying a 5-door when I got my '06. I was shopping for an s 4-door 'Touring' (the s Sport had 16") but I couldn't find one in my color choice (Titanium Gray) with manual transmission and no options. Since all 5-doors have the 17" wheels, I had a much easier time finding the color/tranny combo with no options. And now I'm a hardcore fan of the 5-door bodystyle! |
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Replying to: igozoomzoom (Apr 16, 2009 8:39 pm) Bbest regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Apr 17, 2009 2:03 am) If you want a MazdaSpeed, you are not having the same requirements as you would when shopping for a Mazda3. |
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Replying to: mazdazed (Apr 16, 2009 6:40 pm) and there are enough improvements in the 08 and 09 models and more stuff added to the Touring Value Edition that, its a better car AND at better price. Everyone has their own preferences, that's why there are so many makes and models out there. But if anyone is in the budget of around $15 - $18K, small sedan, the 09 is a no brainer. I looked at 09 and 10 side by side for comparison many times and I still like 09 better. BTW, one thing I absolutely LOVE about the Mazda 3 is its feel when compare to BMW 3 series. My parents have a BMW 3, I used to drive it a lot and the Mazda 3 feels and handle very much like a BMW, for about $10-$15K less! and BMW 3 is even a smaller car than the Mazda 3. I amd 6"1 and I bumped my head every time I got in that car, not so with the Mazda 3.
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Replying to: sonnyrocker (Apr 17, 2009 5:08 am) Also,I don't know why you are forced to buy an S model for a HB.I priced out a VW GTI and it came to$ 25300. 6spd. sunroof and heated seats.Also, the milage was a little better than the Mazda,go figure. Do you or anybody on here know when or why in 2008 Mazda came out with the I New Value? Also, what does DSG (dual clutch mean?) and is a diesel engine in a small car worth it? I can't see spending  23k for a Mazda speed and getting 20 mpg. Thanks 
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Replying to: igozoomzoom (Apr 15, 2009 7:53 pm) |
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Replying to: rockymtnhi (Apr 17, 2009 8:09 am) DSG is just a hybrid of manual shift and automatic, but without the clutch. You can do automatic on DSG, or you can also "fake" it and do semi-manual shift. To me, who only drive manual shift, the DSG is useless. You are either a manual guy, or auto.
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Replying to: shipo (Apr 16, 2009 1:05 pm) I talked with BMW and Honda racer TC Kline and he told me that he ran 205/55-16s(instead of the stock 225/55-16s) on his 318ti racers for that exact reason. He noted that the 205s had more than ample grip and that the car also felt better on the track. I followed his advice the last time I replaced the tires on my Club Sport and I agree 100%.
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