Can't answer that question yet. There should be some first drive articles released after the car is debuted at the autoshow.
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2010 Mazdaspeed 3 Pics and info
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Can't answer that question yet. There should be some first drive articles released after the car is debuted at the autoshow.
As the car debuts at the New York Show today, the information and pics on the 2010 are out.
http://www.mazdausamedia.com/content/2010-mazdaspeed3
http://www.mazdausamedia.com/content/2010-mazdaspeed3
Quote from the article, no power increase, they only changed the gear rations from 2nd to 5th gears.
The all-new MAZDASPEED3 continues to use Mazda's award-winning MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo powerplant. Delivering 263 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 280 lb.-ft of torque at 3,000 rpm, it made the original MAZDASPEED3 the most powerful front-drive performance car under $25,000, and remains one of the strongest engines in its class today.
With no need to increase power, the development team focused on harnessing that power more effectively. Engine output itself is more consistent, thanks to the hood-mounted intercooler scoop that not only improves intercooler airflow over the grille-mounted intercooler duct of last-year's car, but also frees up grille space for a fresh-air duct to feed the engine's intake. Breathing cooler air improves efficiency, boosting both real-world power and fuel economy.
The gear ratios in the compact, three-shaft gearbox have also been revised, with 2nd through 5th gear all getting slightly taller to make better use of the engine's abundant torque. The new gear spacing and refined engine calibration are focused on providing more linear, seamless power delivery. The advanced torque management system, which minimizes torque steer by adjusting torque output based on gear position and steering angle, has also been recalibrated. The new gear ratios allow more of the engine's torque to be utilized in the lower gears while still keeping torque steer at a manageable level.
Going to wait till it's officially tested. Hopefully it's not slower. I might be in the market for one. I like my car but would like something smaller, with a stick, and I would also like to lower my car payments. My job is not safe. (bang)
But I was expecting at least a couple of more HP's. Hopefully the improved gearbox and the better gear ratios will not affect the performance.
From reading the information on that link I think it looks very promising. We'll have to wait and see until a production car is tested. I can't wait.
But I was expecting at least a couple of more HP's. Hopefully the improved gearbox and the better gear ratios will not affect the performance.
From reading the information on that link I think it looks very promising. We'll have to wait and see until a production car is tested. I can't wait.
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i dont see it
Ya. 2010 MS3's wont be out till the fall.
Those in the pics are just reg models. We have alot of those in my lot at work.
Quote from the article, no power increase, they only changed the gear rations from 2nd to 5th gears.
I hope that doesnt make it any slower. lol
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supposed to have a boost guage between tach and speedo as well...too lazy to look back to see if that's already been mentioned or not
I could appreciate a mazdaspeed team refining all the details walking away from a previous generation having learned loads, the new speed soon to meet 2010. They just made good better! Wipe off the smile off that face and I will stop damning it!
The smile sure grows on you, but it is there for a reason. I like it. Ok, not totally 100%, but hell with drag coefficients of .29 and .31, I will live with the smile. I sure love these numbers.
i saw a mazda 3 hatch in person, not the speed, and comparing the 09-10 side by side the 10 is defiantly bigger. it looks like a van when next to a 09....
They are pretty much the exact same size.
They are pretty much the exact same size.
The new 3 is 3 inches longer than the other years. Other than that, the rest is the same size.
The new 3 is 3 inches longer than the other years. Other than that, the rest is the same size.
The sedan is 3.5 inches longer, the hatch is only .5 inches longer which is nothing. Point being they are the same size so pretty much impossible for one to look like a van compared to the other.
The sedan is 3.5 inches longer, the hatch is only .5 inches longer which is nothing. Point being they are the same size so pretty much impossible for one to look like a van compared to the other.
A van. LOL (hand) The new 3 looks and feels larger than 3.5 inches. I guess since the interior is a new design, it gives it the apperance of being much larger. For sure, much better quality. I am very impressed. I test drove all of the the mazda line for 2010 and love the new 2010 3 SGT.
Heavier? You mean lighter(the new 3 is a good bit lighter than the old one) and with the new gear ratios it should be quicker. More structural rigidity doesn't mean heavier. The only thing I hate about the car is the clear taillights, but they are easily blacked out.
http://www.egmcartech.com/2009/03/02/2009-geneva-2010-mazda3-mps-officially-revealed/
260 hp, 280 torque..
0-60 in 6.1
FWD
great job mazda, made the car uglier, heavier, didnt improve any performance, way to compete!!!
Heavier? You mean lighter(the new 3 is a good bit lighter than the old one) and with the new gear ratios it should be quicker. More structural rigidity doesn't mean heavier. The only thing I hate about the car is the clear taillights, but they are easily blacked out.
The 2010 model is heavier.
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