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Santa Cruz Mazda Shoppers get an
early peek at the 2021 mazda3 hatchback

With the debut of the 2021 Mazda3 Hatchback at dealers like the Mazda dealership serving Santa Cruz, Mazda indicates a desire to move toward a different type of buyer. In the past, the automaker targeted a younger demographic, but the new Mazda3 hatch aims squarely at older buyers looking to buy a compact hatchback that offers a high level of sophistication at less than luxury-vehicle prices.

Step inside the new Mazda3 hatchback, and you’ll immediately be impressed with the high-quality materials reminiscent of a luxury car. There’s a new turbocharged engine for 2021 that places the Mazda3 at the top of the segment. According to the Mazda dealer near Santa Cruz, the new turbocharged engine will even give some luxury cars a run for their money. If you’re looking for a compact hatchback that provides exceptional handling, a luxurious cabin and attractive styling, take a good look at the 2021 Mazda3 Hatchback.
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The 2021 Mazda3 Gets Press praise

The automotive press gave the 23021 Mazda3 Hatchback great reviews. The Detroit Free Press wrote this about the Mazda3 2.5 Turbo trim: “Badged the 2021 Mazda3 Turbo, this glorious athlete is the answer to many a motorhead’s (this one included) prayers. ... Pound for dollar, this all-wheel drive hellion is one the best cars in the auto kingdom. It is based on the most-handsome compact hatchback made — the Mazda3 — which dropped jaws at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.”
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Santa Cruz Mazda Commuters Choice Of Trim Levels

The 2021 Mazda3 Hatchback is available in sedan and hatchback body styles. The hatch is offered in two trim levels: 2.5 S and 2.5 Turbo. Four option packages are available to add even more features, depending on the trim.

The 2.5 S trim gets front-wheel drive standard, and all-wheel drive is available. It’s equipped with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that’s good for 186 horses and 186 lb-ft of torque. The 2.5 Turbo is powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine developing 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque with premium gas and 227 hp and 310 lb-ft with regular. All-wheel drive is standard. Both engines are joined to a six-speed automatic gearbox, and a six-speed manual is available as an option with the Premium package.

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The 2021 Mazda3 Hatchback gets fuel economy estimated by the EPA at up to 25 mpg city/31 mpg highway for the 2.5 S trim and the automatic gearbox.*

The 2021 Mazda3 Hatchback 2.5 S trim comes with 16-in alloy wheels, 60/40 split-folding rear seats, LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, an audio system with eight speakers, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8.8-inch infotainment display, and remote vehicle monitoring and control. Standard safety features include a drowsy driver alert, frontal collision mitigation, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high beams.

The 2021 Mazda3 Hatchback received the top score of five stars for overall safety by the NHTSA. The IIHS gave the model its highest rating of Good in all crash tests and named it a Top Safety Pick+ model.

* All vehicle mileage based on 2021 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.