the Mazda 3’s most important changes are beneath the surface
July 10th, 2006don’t dismiss the exterior remodelling as purely cosmetic: improvements to aerodynamics have led to fuel consumption gains of up to 6% compared to the outgoing 3s… Aided by new wheel/tyre combinations, noise intrusion into the cabin is down, thanks also to more insulation under the bonnet, a quieter fan, better cabin sound-proofing, increased chassis rigidity and reduced vibration from the suspension. – 4Car