2018 Mazda CX-3 | Consumer Guide Auto

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][mk_image_slideshow images=”18494,22605,14994″ image_width=”800″ image_height=”400″ pause_on_hover=”true”][vc_column_text el_class=”review-slideshow-caption”]2018 Mazda CX-3[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][vc_column_text]Pros: Agile handling; peppy acceleration with good fuel economy; classy, high-quality interior trimmings; good selection of rare-for-the-class available safety and convenience features

Cons: Stingy cargo capacity and rear-seat space; some tedious infotainment-system controls; fold-down front-seat armrest blocks access to cupholders[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: For 2018, Smart City Brake Support (low-speed autonomous emergency braking) is standard on all Mazda CX-3s. Suspension and steering have been revised and Mazda’s G-Vectoring, that adjusts engine torque to improve steering response and stability, is now standard. The subcompact CX-3 slots below the compact CX-5 in Mazda’s crossover lineup, and is available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The sole powertrain is a 146-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Available features include keyless entry and starting, heated front seats, adaptive LED headlights, blind-spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert, and 18-inch wheels in place of 16s. A Premium Package for top-line Grand Touring models includes adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, and a forward collision mitigation system with automatic braking. Even when measured against its similarly diminutive class competitors, the CX-3 is rather tight in rear-seat space and cargo room. However, its sporty driving demeanor, impressive list of available equipment, and all-around refinement make the CX-3 a fine choice in this segment.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]

Class	Subcompact SUV
Body Style(s)	4-door wagon
Passenger Count	5
Drive Wheels	front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
Manufacturer	Mazda
Nation of Manufacture	Japan
Base Prices	Sport: $22,050 AWD Sport: $22,300 Touring: $23,135 AWD Touring: $24,385 Grand Touring: $26,105 AWD Grand Touring: $27,355

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Base Engine
2.0-liter 4-cylinder

Horsepower
146

Std. Transmission
6-speed automatic

Avail. Transmission
NA

EPA City Range (mpg)
27-29

EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
32-34

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(5 is the highest rating)

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