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05-23-2005, 11:10 AM
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Spy Shots: '06 Mazdaspeed3
Spy Shots: '06 Mazdaspeed3 - - by KGP Photography - - Source: The Car COnnection
Mazda engineers have been spotted around Germany 's Nürburgring race track with an enhanced version of their Mazda3 - an early prototype for the MazdaSpeed3. It appears that this prototype has a larger, more aggressive exhaust tip, but the real story is found up front.
The large makeshift hood scoop is clear proof that something special has been added to the engine - most likely a turbocharger given the recently turbocharged MazdaSpeed6. The MazdaSpeed6 turbocharges the 2.3-liter four-cylinder, resulting in 274 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, which necessitated a switch to an AWD drivetrain.
Given its place in Mazda's pecking order, it would seem likely that this Mazda3 prototype has a turbocharged version of the 2.0-liter engine, putting horsepower at somewhere near the 235 range. With such power levels, a MazdaSpeed3 version would obviously benefit from all- wheel traction, but could also conceivably remain a front-driver.
We expect that more advanced MazdaSpeed3 prototypes will display revised sheetmetal, with a more aggressive front fascia and a properly integrated hood bulge to accommodate the turbocharger.
The large makeshift hood scoop is clear proof that something special has been added to the engine - most likely a turbocharger given the recently turbocharged MazdaSpeed6. The MazdaSpeed6 turbocharges the 2.3-liter four-cylinder, resulting in 274 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, which necessitated a switch to an AWD drivetrain.
Given its place in Mazda's pecking order, it would seem likely that this Mazda3 prototype has a turbocharged version of the 2.0-liter engine, putting horsepower at somewhere near the 235 range. With such power levels, a MazdaSpeed3 version would obviously benefit from all- wheel traction, but could also conceivably remain a front-driver.
We expect that more advanced MazdaSpeed3 prototypes will display revised sheetmetal, with a more aggressive front fascia and a properly integrated hood bulge to accommodate the turbocharger.
05-23-2005, 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by goldmemberer
What died on the hood?
05-23-2005, 11:03 PM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
I'm going to trade my '04 for this next year if it's not retardedly expensive ($26k+)
05-24-2005, 08:48 AM
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I'm going to trade my '04 for this next year if it's not retardedly expensive ($26k+)
06-28-2005, 11:39 AM
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Mazda raises Mazda3 output on brisk demand - - Reuters / June 28, 2005 - - Source: Automotive News
TOKYO -- Mazda Motor Corp. said on Tuesday it is raising output of its Mazda3 compact car by making the hot-selling model at another domestic factory that reopened last year.
Production of the sporty compact, called Axela in Japan, began on Tuesday at the Ujina No.2 plant near its headquarters in Hiroshima, western Japan. Mazda plans to build 2,000 units a month, all bound for overseas markets, at the Ujina No.2 plant, it said in a statement.
That will bring total annual production of the Mazda3 to about 350,000 units, a Mazda spokeswoman said. Last year, the automaker produced 337,377 units of the car at two other factories in western Japan.
The compact model, first launched in October 2003, is in short supply all over the world, especially in Europe, North America and Australia.
In the first four months of this year, Mazda3 sales in the United States totalled 31,722 units, up 32 percent from the same period last year. Its popularity has also helped Mazda to become Australia's top-selling import brand in the year to date.
The Ujina No.2 plant, called U2 inside Mazda, also builds the Mazda2/Demio subcompact, and has been redesigned to be more flexible to allow production of a wide range of models, including minivans.
Production of the sporty compact, called Axela in Japan, began on Tuesday at the Ujina No.2 plant near its headquarters in Hiroshima, western Japan. Mazda plans to build 2,000 units a month, all bound for overseas markets, at the Ujina No.2 plant, it said in a statement.
That will bring total annual production of the Mazda3 to about 350,000 units, a Mazda spokeswoman said. Last year, the automaker produced 337,377 units of the car at two other factories in western Japan.
The compact model, first launched in October 2003, is in short supply all over the world, especially in Europe, North America and Australia.
In the first four months of this year, Mazda3 sales in the United States totalled 31,722 units, up 32 percent from the same period last year. Its popularity has also helped Mazda to become Australia's top-selling import brand in the year to date.
The Ujina No.2 plant, called U2 inside Mazda, also builds the Mazda2/Demio subcompact, and has been redesigned to be more flexible to allow production of a wide range of models, including minivans.
06-29-2005, 04:46 AM
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Originally Posted by bkknight369
fuckers put a navi in the mazda 3 but not a mazda 6
06-29-2005, 05:58 AM
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She said: it's GINORMOUS!
nice cars.
i just can't stand the clear rear lights, that shit's played out on the Lexus' and Altimas - i can't believe honda put them on the newst MDX...
i just can't stand the clear rear lights, that shit's played out on the Lexus' and Altimas - i can't believe honda put them on the newst MDX...
02-13-2006, 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by http://response.jp
The Matsuda 3MPS, ' Matsuda 3 ' with the flagship model, raised sport inclination. High output it unites with " the MZR " 2.3 liter DISI turbo engine and the combination わ て is.
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02-13-2006, 01:38 PM
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<--- waiting to see teh 4dr sedan!?! Having a Murano and Quest, the last thing I have interest in is another 5dr vehicle. 
02-13-2006, 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by http://www.worldcarfans.com
New Mazda3 MPS
The flagship of the Mazda3 range, the all-new Mazda3 MPS, will give sports-minded customers a double dose of Zoom-Zoom driving fun. Mazda3 MPS is the second model in the Mazda Performance Series, following the Mazda6 MPS launched in Europe a month ago. The car will be called Mazdaspeed Axela in Japan, Mazdaspeed3 in North America and, in other key regions including Europe, Australia and New Zealand, Mazda3 MPS.
Mazda looked to embody the three distinct attributes with the new vehicle: Driving Fun, Ownership Delight and Everyday User-Friendly Convenience. With its compact, lightweight body and substantial power generated by its 2.3L MZR DISI TURBO petrol engine, Mazda3 MPS is one of the most powerful high-performance sports compacts with front-wheel drive (FWD) on the road today.
The car's styling pursues a look of strength and solidity in a design that conveys its unmatched dynamic performance at a glance. Mazda3 MPS reflects Mazda's intention to continue delivering Zoom-Zoom in all its products.
The flagship of the Mazda3 range, the all-new Mazda3 MPS, will give sports-minded customers a double dose of Zoom-Zoom driving fun. Mazda3 MPS is the second model in the Mazda Performance Series, following the Mazda6 MPS launched in Europe a month ago. The car will be called Mazdaspeed Axela in Japan, Mazdaspeed3 in North America and, in other key regions including Europe, Australia and New Zealand, Mazda3 MPS.
Mazda looked to embody the three distinct attributes with the new vehicle: Driving Fun, Ownership Delight and Everyday User-Friendly Convenience. With its compact, lightweight body and substantial power generated by its 2.3L MZR DISI TURBO petrol engine, Mazda3 MPS is one of the most powerful high-performance sports compacts with front-wheel drive (FWD) on the road today.
The car's styling pursues a look of strength and solidity in a design that conveys its unmatched dynamic performance at a glance. Mazda3 MPS reflects Mazda's intention to continue delivering Zoom-Zoom in all its products.
02-13-2006, 02:30 PM
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http://www.mazda.com/publicity/release/200602/0213.html
The new, upgraded Mazda3 line up will be revealed at the Geneva Show as well.
Mazda will hold its press conference at the Mazda stand from 11:45 to 12:00 on Tuesday, 28 February 2006. Detailed information and photos will be made available at that time.
The wording of the press release is a little tricky but it seems a Mazdaspeed 3 and possibly a refreshed Mazda3-series line will both be introduced at Geneva.
Originally Posted by MAZDA.COM
The new, upgraded Mazda3 line up will be revealed at the Geneva Show as well.
Mazda will hold its press conference at the Mazda stand from 11:45 to 12:00 on Tuesday, 28 February 2006. Detailed information and photos will be made available at that time.
02-13-2006, 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Wheels 24
Although Mazda hasn't released any official info yet about this engine, we can tell you that this direct-injection, single-turbo produces 191 kW at 5 500 r/min and massive torque of 380 Nm at just 3 000 r/min.
I don't know if they are claiming to know the power of the MPS 3 or if they are speaking in general terms of what the engine has been known to produce...
191kw(256hp) @5500
380Nm(280lbft) @3000
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02-13-2006, 07:26 PM
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There will be a lot of dissapointed people that were expecting AWD and the same twin turbo engine as the mazda6speed. But on a whole it will be received with open arms!
I thought Honda was catching up with the 4 door Civic Si, but now they will have to play catch up again. So sad....
I thought Honda was catching up with the 4 door Civic Si, but now they will have to play catch up again. So sad....
02-14-2006, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by bl^5
There will be a lot of dissapointed people that were expecting AWD and the same twin turbo engine as the mazda6speed. But on a whole it will be received with open arms!
I thought Honda was catching up with the 4 door Civic Si, but now they will have to play catch up again. So sad....
I thought Honda was catching up with the 4 door Civic Si, but now they will have to play catch up again. So sad....
02-14-2006, 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by F23A4
I still think Honda will have made up some ground with the Si sedan. But if Honda really wants to compete in this niche market, they'd create a Type R model with the modified powertrain/driveline from the upcoming RDX. It seems like that would give the STi and Evo a run for the money (pun?).
02-14-2006, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by bl^5
There will be a lot of dissapointed people that were expecting AWD and the same twin turbo engine as the mazda6speed. But on a whole it will be received with open arms!
I thought Honda was catching up with the 4 door Civic Si, but now they will have to play catch up again. So sad....
I thought Honda was catching up with the 4 door Civic Si, but now they will have to play catch up again. So sad....
02-14-2006, 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by bigman
The MS6 has a 4cyl single turbo. The MS3 will prolly have the same motor with less output and fwd.
02-14-2006, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by virus7
should be AWD 
Ya but they have to keep the price competitive. Look for this to start in the low 20's. Mazda's done a great job with setting up the FWD MS Protege and then the 3. So I wouldn't be worried about an unbalanced car.
If Honda wants to compete they'll have to move away from high reving tourqeless engines and drop a turbo in the 2.0L. If you think about it they've been stuck at 200HP and no tourque since the 1994 SR-V and 1997 Type R. Time to move up.
02-14-2006, 11:35 AM
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Ya but they have to keep the price competitive. Look for this to start in the low 20's. Mazda's done a great job with setting up the FWD MS Protege and then the 3. So I wouldn't be worried about an unbalanced car.
02-18-2006, 04:49 PM
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Mazda Mazdaspeed3
The big news here is the turbo I4 from the Mazdaspeed6 makes its way into the engine bay of this front driver.
The big news here is the turbo I4 from the Mazdaspeed6 makes its way into the engine bay of this front driver.
Source: Autoweek.com
02-19-2006, 03:54 AM
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Originally Posted by dom
Ya but they have to keep the price competitive. Look for this to start in the low 20's. Mazda's done a great job with setting up the FWD MS Protege and then the 3. So I wouldn't be worried about an unbalanced car.
If Honda wants to compete they'll have to move away from high reving tourqeless engines and drop a turbo in the 2.0L. If you think about it they've been stuck at 200HP and no tourque since the 1994 SR-V and 1997 Type R. Time to move up.
If Honda wants to compete they'll have to move away from high reving tourqeless engines and drop a turbo in the 2.0L. If you think about it they've been stuck at 200HP and no tourque since the 1994 SR-V and 1997 Type R. Time to move up.
02-20-2006, 10:51 AM
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The sizzle in the Steak
^^ Nice Pics!
