2009 Mazda Mazdaspeed3
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Mazda Mazdaspeed3 - What the Auto Press Says
The 2009 Mazdaspeed3 combines sporty performance, attractive looks, and everyday practicality at an affordable price. Not surprisingly, it's a reviewer favorite.
True to Mazda's mantra, the Mazdaspeed3 has enough "zoom zoom" to satisfy the snobbiest of enthusiasts. What's more, its comfortable ride, spacious interior cabin, and large cargo hold make it practical for everyday use. "Today, our vehicles must not only be fun to drive, but practical at the same time," writes AutoMedia.com. "While practical doesn't get the headlines, being able to be practical and infuse a high element of fun into the drive does. We think the MAZDASPEED3 achieves its goal."
Though the 2009 Mazdaspeed3 is a carryover from the 2008 model year, Motor Trend reports: "Freshened interior content and styling, new exterior colors, and a Touring Value model, with an enriched list of standard equipment, carry Mazda's best-seller into 2009."
The Mazdaspeed3 is built on the same platform as the Mazda3 hatchback and is the sportiest offering in the Mazda3 lineup. It is available in two trim levels: Sport and Grand Touring.
- "The Mazdaspeed3 is one of those rare have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too packages capable of entertaining its driver, hauling family or friends, and minding a budget." -- Automobile Magazine.
- "There's no doubt that Porsche builds the world's best performance cars that can also serve as daily commuters, like the 911 twin turbo with all-wheel drive. But on the lower end, Mazda leads the pack -- at the racetrack and in suburbia." -- Boston Globe
- "The Mazdaspeed version just amplifies everything that I like about the standard edition -- more power, hotter looks, better handling, but still totally drivable on a daily basis. And the price is still very reasonable." -- About.com
- "The Mazdaspeed3 is an outstanding little car for anyone who wants something that's fun to drive, looks good and is relatively affordable -- nearly as much fun as a Subaru STI or a Mitsubishi Lancer Evo, but more civilized and considerably less expensive." -- Detroit News
- "Possessing impressive performance capabilities as well as plenty of daily-use utility, the 2009 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 is our favorite sport compact." -- Edmunds
Mazdaspeed3 Performance - 9.0 (Excellent)
Test drivers find that the 2009 Mazdaspeed3's performance and handling dynamics make it perfect for both street racing and running errands. "In everyday driving, you can cruise at city-street speed limits in fourth or even fifth gear without a hint of strain," notes Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. "Or, should you choose, you can blast away from stop signs and watch the other cars rapidly shrink in your rear-view mirror. In terms of performance, the Mazdaspeed3 tops its class. Read More
Mazdaspeed3 Exterior - 8.8 (Very Good)
Critics like the Mazdaspeed3's exterior design, which adds sportier touches to the already good-looking Mazda3 hatchback. According to Edmunds, "Those who care will know this is a special car, and those who don't, won't. It's subtle enough to slip past a Dunkin' Donuts loaded with handlebar mustaches and mirrored sunglasses without anyone spilling their coffee." Indeed, the Mazdaspeed3 is a low-profile sportster. Read More
Mazdaspeed3 Interior - 8.8 (Very Good)
Auto writers find the Mazdaspeed3's five-passenger cabin to be comfortable and practical. "This is a no-frills machine, and the regular Mazda3 already sports an attractive interior for a compact car," writes Cars.com. "Mazda did well not to change too much here." Still, critics believe its seats don't comfortably accommodate large passengers. Read More
Mazdaspeed3 Safety - NA
The 2009 Mazdaspeed3 hasn't yet been rated by the federal government or insurance industry, but the Mazda3 hatchback has -- and it's built on the same platform. Overall, the Mazda3 earns good crash test results. Read More
Mazdaspeed3 Reliability - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2009 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Mazdaspeed3 comes with a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, and features a competitive powertrain warranty as well. Read More
