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US details have been posted now. 2.0L has been dropped and it sound like the CD is more efficient now. Interestingly, the Canada press release mentioned that the 2.0L had enhancements to improve fuel efficiency.
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2023 Mazda3: Pricing and Packaging
2023 Mazda3 models equipped with the naturally aspirated Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine receives a five horsepower increase and improved fuel economy 2023 Mazda3 goes on sale with a starting MSRP[1]...
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Does anyone has any details into what they actually changed on the engine? does it just rev higher to achieve 5HP more or did they do any mechanical changes to have the torque on a wider band?
For 2023, the Mazda3 receives enhancements to the naturally aspirated Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine, now capable of 191 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque with either regular 87 octane or premium 93 octane fuel. The updates result in a five horsepower increase and an increase in overall fuel efficiency.
For 2023, the Mazda3 receives enhancements to the naturally aspirated Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine, now capable of 191 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque with either regular 87 octane or premium 93 octane fuel. The updates result in a five horsepower increase and an increase in overall fuel efficiency.
The rpm for max HP/Torque didn't change so that was not the change. Unless they release further details we will not know.
"updated cylinder-deactivation technology designed to be more efficient in specific operating conditions". This was the intent of the original CD and look at the issues reported with it. Time will tell
I have a '19 GT 2.5 MT with CD and it's fine. It does let itself be known when it's active on a smooth road. Introduces a bit of low frequency vibration in the car. Only I notice it, passengers don't. With the Corksport ABE, it does change tone quite noticeably also.
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MazdaUSA now shows the 2023 Mazda 3 hatchback. The only manual 6 sp is now the FWD turbo.
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Sorry, this is in ERROR. I jumped a column when reading the specs. 6sp manual is still only in the Premium hatchback.
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Am I the only one that wouldn't complain about a power variance between regular and premium fuel?
So apparently there were more changes than we were aware of: the 2023 models add a side impact airbag for each outboard backseat, and have changes to the B-pillar and "shin guards" in the doors, likely to better address the really tough new IIHS side impact test standard.
Source: A Mazda dealer...which I normally take with a grain of salt, but it's clear here he has the correct information:
Source: A Mazda dealer...which I normally take with a grain of salt, but it's clear here he has the correct information:
Any cost cutting identified on 2023 Mazda3? one thing I've noticed is the removal of the cover for cupholders (same on CX-30).
Not sure if this was removed on 2023 or earlier (my 2019 has it).
Bellow photo is from 2023 Mazda3 Hatch 2.5l turbo Premium Plus.
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Not sure if this was removed on 2023 or earlier (my 2019 has it).
Bellow photo is from 2023 Mazda3 Hatch 2.5l turbo Premium Plus.
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My 2020 does not have the cup holders cover.
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Still has a major steering problem though. Until they go back to IRS, I'm not replacing my 2014.
Ya.. pass. The loaner I'm in is no fun to drive.. it's a AWD CX-5 but the handling is no where near as fun as my 2018 3 with a few suspension upgrades.
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