2006 Mazda 3
2006 Mazda 3: Surprising Small Package
The 2006 Mazda 3 is a surprising economy car. It looks sharp, drives smoothly and has quality materials in its construction. A stylish, upscale interior and a sport package for the exterior, give it some excellent details inside and out.
The 2006 Mazda 3 has standard a 2.3 liter 4 cylinder engine with 160 hp, front wheel drive, and a 5-speed manual or automatic (optional extra) transmission. Excellent gas mileage ratings of 25-26 mpg city and 32 mpg highway are hard to beat. The engine provides a fairly quick pick-up and a vibration free ride. The independent rear axle provides sticking power for tight turns.
The interior of the 2006 Mazda 3 has a slightly awkward set-up on the radio controls, but redundant buttons on the steering wheel render that a non-issue. Instrument gauges have a cool lighting feature, with a rim of glowing blue and red numerals which is reminiscent of higher end vehicles. The Mazda 3 2006 is designed to seat 5 passengers. Although rear seat leg room is somewhat limited, it is sufficient for 2 adults, but not really for people 6ft. in height or taller. The rear seats are quite comfortable and the front seats do allow room for the taller driver. The head room is about average throughout, except in the center of the car. The 2006 Mazda 3 provides good all-around visibility, 11.4 cu. ft. of trunk space on the sedan, and 17.1 cu. ft. in the hatchback which expands to 31 cu. ft. with the back seat folded down.
The exterior of the 2006 Mazda 3 has some interesting style features that get your attention. The gaps between body panels are tight and the fenders flare over the tires in an attractive way. 4-door sedans and 4-door hatchbacks are the body choices for the 2006 Mazda 3.
Standard equipment on the 2006 Mazda 3 includes air conditioning with a pollen filter and outside temperature display. The Grand Touring model Mazda 3 2006 comes with additional standard equipment like side curtain airbags, CD player with AM/FM radio, cruise control, heated leather seats, automatic rain sensing wipers, anti-lock disc brakes, keyless entry, power locks, mirrors, and windows.
Other optional equipment for the Mazda 3 2006 are the power sunroof, 6 disc CD changer, anti-lock disc brakes, side seat airbags, and side curtain airbags. The options for the 2006 Mazda 3 Grand Touring model include a moon roof, Bose audio system and Sirius satellite radio. The Sport package for the 2006 Mazda 3 includes front fog lamps and special bumpers.
The 2006 Mazda 3 is a lot of fun to drive, hugs the road nicely on corners, and has sufficient take-off power for merging and passing. It’s steering is a real pleasure with tight control and quick response. If an economy car is what you need, but you want it to have a little pizzazz, you’ve come to the right place. The Mazda 3 2006 lives up to the Mazda reputation for quality, reliability, and durability in a big way for such a small car.
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