For those of you who might be interested in something a little smaller than CX-5...

[paris1]

I saw a Mercedes GLA finally in person and it was ALOT smaller (and uglier) than i thought it would be. Wouldnt be surprised if the CX-3 is something like that.

Gee, I saw one today and thought it was gorgeous. I like the fact that it's a bit hunkered down on its suspension (a-la BMW X-1) and that it's essentially a slightly raised wagon design. Not all jacked up like most crossovers (including the CX-5). But I guess that's why I lowered mine.

 

[CX-SV]

GLA is about 60" tall, they raised it that height to be classified as SUV/light truck (intentionally just tall enough to be classified as such, resulting in some leeway on gas mileage, emissions, safety regs). CX-5 is about 65.7" tall w/o roof rails.

 

[paris1]

GLA is about 60" tall, they raised it that height to be classified as SUV/light truck (intentionally just tall enough to be classified as such, resulting in some leeway on gas mileage, emissions, safety regs). CX-5 is about 65.7" tall w/o roof rails.

So that means my CX-5 is sitting at about 64" after the H&R drop. Only four more inches to get it where I'd really like it to be (and where it would ride like an absolute truck!).

 

[Beefy]

Only four more inches to get it where I'd really like it to be

If I had a dollar......

 

[Kedis82ZE8]

It appears less ground clearance than the CX-5... I'm sure it will be a good vehicle but not useful to me.

 

[Chris_Top_Her]

Spied prior to LA show. Actually looks kinda dumb.

Also, the Mirage G4 may make it's NA debut.

 

[Kedis82ZE8]

Throw AWD option on Mazda 3 and call it day....

 

[piotrek91]

Spied prior to LA show. Actually looks kinda dumb.

Looks very good from this angle in my opinion
The hood is almost as long as the reset of the car.

 

[Kelme]

I like it. I would seriously consider trading my CX5 if it comes with AWD (it should considering that the Honda HRV would come with AWD) and below 24-25k fully equipped. I’m guessing it would be priced below the Mazda3 5-door. There’s a big gap in price between the Mazda2 and the Mazda3 5-door, so I’m hoping the CX3 would fit in that gap.

 

[Seminole]

It's official now:

http://www.autoblog.com/2014/11/18/2016-mazda-cx-3-official-photos-la/

 

[CX-SV]

Nice ^ real pics, stylish too. Definetly a crossover/SUV config.

 

[minnesotaart]

I like it. Need more details though.

 

[freelyfallin]

Complete video of the reveal event here:
http://autoweek.com/article/los-angeles-auto-show/watch-mazda-cx-3-reveal-live

 

[craigo]

Looks handsome, futuristic even, and fun to drive. But as you can see from this image with people next to it: http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2016-mazda-cx-3-la-2014/#photo-3122445/ It's a pretty small, low slung car still, as you would expect something based on the Mazda2 would be.

 

[paris1]

Here's a link to the reveal: http://mazdausa.tumblr.com/cx3formA-HA! Just watched the reveal of CX-3 in which they also touched on updates for CX-5 and Mazda 6. Forget the grill, the big news is they finally fixed the center console and armrest design. Much more driver oriented!

 

[Rich 65]

I see no place for the CX3 as the Mazda3 hatch will have more storage capacity, and get better mpg.
The only way the CX3 might get interest is with a ridiculously powerful engine.
Perhaps the 2.5L with a stick, or even better the speed3 engine.

America loves SUV/Crossovers, whatever you want to call them. Hatch backs seem to appeal to a younger crowd so a smaller SUV does make sense. BMW has 5 SUV models. Granted they do not have any hatches either.

 

[paris1]

America loves SUV/Crossovers, whatever you want to call them. Hatch backs seem to appeal to a younger crowd so a smaller SUV does make sense. BMW has 5 SUV models. Granted they do not have any hatches either.

Well they do (X4/X6); they just don't call them hatches!

 

[CX-SV]

Well they do (X4/X6); they just don't call them hatches!

Yes and poor sellers in North American market too, (with or without comparison to sales of X1, X3, X5 crossover/SUVs for example).

 

[Beefy]

Not for me, but at the very least it is a WHOLE lot nicer looking than the Nissan Puke.

 

[gregbe]

Is the CX3 that different than the CX5? I would love to see them side by side.