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Mazda 3 2.0 e-Skyactiv G MHEV GT Sport Edition 5dr Review

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Without a turbocharger the Mazda 3's entry-level 2.0 Skyactiv-G petrol engine produces 120bhp. That's about the same as the 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engines you get in rivals like the Ford Focus and Skoda Octavia. What does that mean in performance terms? Well, the Octavia 1.0 TSI 115 feels a little more flexible in the mid range, but the 3's engine still has enough shove so you're not constantly shifting gears to keep up with the traffic. And in our tests it proved faster from a flat-out standing start than a Kia Ceed 1.0-litre or Skoda Scala — 0-60mph took a creditable 9.4sec.

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<p dir="ltr">Mazda can be summed up in a single word: bold. Not only do its cars generally look like nothing else on the market, but it’s also invested heavily in innovative engine technology.</p>

<p dir="ltr">So, while many car makers have moved to smaller turbocharged engines, Mazda instead offers larger motors that are still efficient. For example, the entry-level petrol option in the Mazda 3 is a 2.0-litre unit –&nbsp;far larger than what you’ll find in most rivals – but it remains very clean.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Highlights of Mazda’s line-up include the MX-5 sports car, which has won our Convertible of the Year Award multiple times, and the CX-5 large SUV, which was named as our inaugural best car for dog owners.</p>


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2.0 e-Skyactiv G MHEV GT Sport Edition 5dr

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Electric front/rear windows with one touch/auto up/down

Blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert

Privacy glass with dark tinting on rear side windows and rear window

Speed adjustable rear wash wiper with intermittent wipe

Electronic parking brake with auto disengage function and auto hold function

Thatcham accredited alarm and immobiliser

Door mirrors with adjustable memory and tilt-down function when reversing

Front and rear parking sensor with audible and visual warning

Lane keep assist system (LAS) with Lane departure warning system (LDWS)

Body coloured, electrically adjustable, heated auto power folding door mirrors with integrated indicators

Dual zone climate control air conditioning

Driver seat power slide, recline, height and lumbar adjustment with driver door mirror memory

Rain sensing front wipers with adjustable sensitivity and speed

Dual stage driver and single stage passenger airbags

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Although Mazda trades on a sporty reputation, the 3 doesn't get anywhere near the Ford Focus in terms of handling. The 3 isn’t the most spacious offering, either, but it's not without serious strengths. It's very well equipped, the infotainment system is great, the interior quality is top-notch and it's reasonably priced. Plus, the fuel-efficient e-Skyactiv X engine offers low CO2 emissions that’ll help with company car tax.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Plenty of practical space </li> <li>Low running costs </li> <li>A comfortable ride </li> <li>A healthy equipment list </li> <li>Quality materials and thoughtful touches inside </li> <li>Rock-solid reliability</li></ul>

<p>Family cars arguably have the toughest brief of all: they have to be good at pretty much everything. They’re used as the daily drive, on the school run or work commute (often both), and have to be able to cope with a family’s clutter on weekends and holidays.</p>

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