All-new Mazda3 5-door Hatchback unveiled

Posted on November 25th, 2008 by Robert Adams | Posted under: Mazda

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The second generation Mazda3 5-door hatchback follows on the heels of the 4-door sedan version, currently on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Hatchback version will be revealed to the public on December 3 at the Bologna Motor Show.

The new engine lineup has been tailored for European customers and now includes the newly developed 2.2-liter turbo diesel engine, just launched in the Mazda6, in addition to the existing 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter gasoline engines and the 1.6-liter turbo diesel.

The new 2.2-liter turbo diesel engine is a high-performance clean diesel powerplant with top class output, fuel economy and refinement. It will be offered in two variants, a high power version with a maximum output of 185 PS, and a standard power version with a maximum output of 150 PS. Both have outstanding clean emissions performance and comply with the Euro Stage5 regulations. Fuel economy and CO2 emissions are also greatly improved compared to the current 2.0-liter version.