New Mazda3 revealed in Japanese magazine
New Mazda 3 revealed in Japanese magazine
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The new Mazda 3 benefits from the company's KODO design language
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The styling is similar to that seen on the Mazda 6 and CX-5
Pictures of the all-new Mazda 3 hatchback have been spotted in print, ahead of the car's official reveal.
The images reveal that the car has adopted the styling of the new Mazda 6 and CX-5. According to AutoTribute, the pictures appeared in a Japanese magazine.
Mazda declined to comment regarding the images. Previously, only spy shots and concept sketches of the next-gen Mazda 3 had been seen.
It's expected that the new Mazda 3 hatchback, which will use a scaled-down version of the SkyActiv platform found in the CX-5 and 6, will weigh 100kg less than the model it replaces.
The engine lineup will most likely consist of SkyActiv 2.0-litre petrol and 2.2-litre diesel units, much like the more recent model ranges.
A new downsized 1.6-litre SkyActiv diesel is tipped to be available as well, offering a direct rival to the small diesels offered by Ford, Volkswagen and Vauxhall.
The new Mazda 3 is expected to arrive at some point between later this year and early 2014, with a preview possible at this year's Frankfurt motor show.
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