Mazda CX-3 Compact Crossover Is Revealed

Mazda Motor Corporation revealed the all-new Mazda CX-3 to the world. The new compact crossover SUV is the fifth model in Mazda's line-up of new-generation vehicles that feature the full range of SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY and KODO-Soul of Motion design.

With global launches starting from Japan in the spring of 2015, the CX-3 is set to become a core model in the automaker's line-up.

"The all-new compact crossover SUV offers all the essentials people look for in a car" according to Mazda; "a design of overwhelming quality and style, packaging developed solely with the customer's ease-of-use in mind, and the responsive driving feel that Mazda strives for in every model.

The CX-3 was developed to suit the customer's creative lifestyle in any scene, from inner-city driving to enjoying the great outdoors."

The powertrain line-up includes the SKYACTIV-D 1.5-liter clean diesel engine and SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter gasoline engine, depending on the market.

Along with Mazda's new-generation AWD system, each engine option delivers powerful and linear driving performance and outstanding environmental performance.

To enhance the customer's driving pleasure, the model also offers a wide range of Mazda's latest technologies, including the Mazda Connect car connectivity system*1 and i-ACTIVSENSE advanced safety features.

The all-new Mazda CX-3 will be on display at the Los Angeles Auto Show, open from November 21 through November 30, 2014.*2