2010 Mazdaspeed 3 Pictures and Info
Posted by: Kwame Owusu on 11 Apr 2009Filed under: Hatchbacks, Mazda, New York Auto Show
Ever since its release, the original Mazdaspeed 3 has proven to be a small hit for Mazda and, in the process, has earned it a relatively large fan following. Not to disappoint its loyal followers, Mazda has greatly updated its hot compact for a second generation, and has chosen this year’s New York Auto Show to debut it. The wait is over…
The most obvious cosmetic change of the Mazdaspeed 3 over the normal Mazda 3 is the mean-looking hood-scoop and the large wing on its tail-end. Every other change, both on the outside and inside, is subtle, with the Mazdaspeed 3 looking very much like its normal counterpart.
What’s in its name? SPEED! The 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 will use a 2.3L DISI turbocharged powerplant with 263 hp and 280 ft-lbs of torque. This is pretty much the same engine used in the current Mazdaspeed 3 but with more refinement. A re-designed six speed manual transmission with wider gear ratio has been built to handle the demands of the revised motor. The overall engine and transmission setup will allow this new Mazdaspeed 3 to reach a top speed of 155 mph.
To enhance the speed and agility of the 2010 Mazdaspeed3, Mazda has stripped away several amenities present on the normal 3. These include power driver’s seat, heated seats and moonroof. However, for $1,895, the new Mazdaspeed 3 will offer a technology package that includes a 242-watt Bose Centerpoint 10-Speaker Surround Sound system, in-dash 6-disc CD changer with MP3 support, full color MID (Multi-Information Display) with Navigation System, 6 months of Sirius Satellite Radio, Advanced Keyless Entry System, Push Button Start and a Perimeter Alarm.
Production of the 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 is expected to start in Summer/Fall of this year, with prices starting at $23,195. Jump after the photo gallery to get more details from Mazda’s press release.
Gallery – 2010 Mazdaspeed 3
2010 MAZDASPEED3 AT A GLANCE:
Exterior
- Design based on the all-new MAZDA3 5-Door, evolved for a sportier, more aggressive appearance
- New air intake to optimize intercooler efficiency
- Front fender and front bumper designs exclusive to MAZDASPEED
- The front grille and lower bumper sections share the same black metallic paint finish
- Wedge-shaped, curving character lines on the side panels and side under spoiler for a lower-looking center of gravity
- New, large floating rear spoiler
- New 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels with the same three-dimensional design theme as the Mazda RX-8 R3 wheels
Interior
- Driver-oriented dashboard design gives a roomy, wrap-around, sporty feel
- New tachometer with red MAZDASPEED logo
- New LED turbo boost gauge between the driver meters
- Semi-bucket front seats with superior fit
- Seat upholstery in black base color with a red graphic design and red stitching
- Black interior color with an organic red graphic design throughout the cabin and red stitching for the steering wheel, shift boot, door trim, center console
Powertrain
- Acclaimed MZR 2.3L DISI Turbo producing high power of 263 horsepower at 5,500 rpm, and 280 ft.-lb. of torque at 3,000 rpm
- In-cylinder cooling effect from direct injection realizes ca. 10 percent more torque compared to conventional-intake turbo engines
- Top speed of 155 mph
- The world’s first single-nanotechnology catalytic converter helps to reduce the amount of precious metals needed
- Advanced boost pressure control suppresses sudden torque peaks for linear torque development
- Left and right drive shafts optimized to minimize torque steer
- Torque-sensing conical limited-slip differential (LSD) standard
- Specially-designed, 6-speed manual transmission with wider gear ratio than before
- Triple-cone synchronizers for first, second and third gears and a double-cone synchronizer for fourth gear for optimized gearshift operation
- Low-viscosity transmission fluid reduces shift effort when the engine is cold
Chassis & Safety
- Special reinforcements inside the front cowl member gussets and a large tunnel member for increased body stiffness
- Modified coil spring rates for MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension
- Larger diameter stabilizers with longer mount spans achieve greater roll linearity
- Special dampers with increased damping strength contribute to higher roll stiffness
- Now three highly rigid steering gear mount bushings instead of two used on the previous model for improved response to steering wheel action
- New wider Dunlop 18-inch tires with improved grip, more rigid sidewalls and damping strength for more direct steering feel and a stronger one-with-the-car feel
- Electro-hydraulic power assisted steering (EHPAS)
- Large diameter 12.6-inch ventilated front disc brakes and 11-inch rear solid discs, 8+9-inch tandem brake booster and 1-inch large diameter master cylinder for powerful and stable braking
- Newly-introduced electronic brake assist added to four-wheel ABS and DSC as standard equipment
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The new 2010 mazdaspeed3 looks awesome. I have been so impressed with the first generation car that I cannot wait to see how the 2010 model stacks up!
After reading all features provided by Mazdaspeed 3, I don't think $23,195 is too expensive.
It is a nice car. Mazda is really doing great on the automotive industry. I also read on a newspaper about the features of these car and I have learned that they already enhanced its engines to have more stability. I believe they have enhanced their alternator brackets in order to have better engine performance.
The Mazda is a nice looking car the only thing that I don't like about it is the air filter on the bonnet, the price for the over seas market could be a little hight than that of America, and with the recession could bring down sales at the moment.
"The most obvious cosmetic change of the Mazda speed 3 over the normal Mazda 3 is the mean-looking hood-scoop and the large wing on its tail-end."
I have to say the change is great, but I don't like the hood-scoop, for me it makes the car very masculine, and for me cars are ladies, but I think that is really more for the younger generation, as they seem to like this sporty, mean look.
Wow! Mazda 2010 looks nice and cool. $1,895 tag price is not bad for the technology package that they are offering. By the way, your site is very informative. I am looking forward to more info on Fourby4 vehicles.
That Mazdaspeed is looking hot. They're sure to raise Mazda's profile among young drivers with that aggressive styling. And it's performance figures don't look to bad. Would have been interesting if it was AWD though.
Very nice impovement on speed and hp over last year’s model. I remember when this used to be just another hatchback. Now it’s a freakin race car.