Mazda3 [Spy Shots]: 2015 Mazda3

[HighestOfHigh]

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Mazda's new Kodo design language is set to quickly spread across the automaker's entire lineup, judging by these spy shots of the next-generation Mazda3 that show some very familiar styling cues. No matter, we're impressed with what Mazda has done on the CX-5 crossover and Mazda6 sedan in terms of design, and we're happy to see the C-segment hatchback ditching the smile-for-a-mile Nagare design.

It's unclear what sort of architecture is found below the new Mazda3 – our spy shooters suggest that the car could simply be using a heavily massaged version of the Ford C1 platform found under the current car. Our best guess is that it's actually a reworked version of the platform used in the CX-5 crossover, however, chocked full of weight-saving Skyactiv technologies. After all, the CX-5 plays in the compact CUV segment, and those vehicles are commonly based on C-segment platforms. And besides, there's probably some economic savings at work with the new chassis – both in terms of fuel efficiency and economies of scale. Still, no one is totally certain what lies under all that black-and-white paper at the moment.

The new Mazda3 is targeted to arrive for the 2015 model year, meaning we could see a final production car debut as early as this year. We expect the hatch you see here to debut along with a traditional four-door sedan, and unless we hear otherwise, we don't doubt that a Mazdaspeed version will be far behind.

- http://www.autoblog.com/2013/02/12/2015-mazda3-shows-its-shape/

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Here's a render by Autobild.de

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

I am curious how much more "bread-van would look if they made the rear window a bit more upright.......

 

[tristatez28lt1]

http://autospies.com/news/LEAKED-RENDERED-What-Is-Up-With-THIS-Image-Of-The-All-New-Mazda3-76258/

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Another leak:

http://www.worldcarfans.com/113060358387/2014-mazda3-leaked

Set to go on sale later this year

Several purported pictures of the 2014 Mazda3 have surfaced online.
Apparently taken from a Japanese magazine, the images reveal a sporty looking hatchback with a Kodo design that echoes the Mazda6. Notable styling highlights include a prominent grille, sweptback headlights and muscular front fenders. The rear end is less cohesive but features a tailgate-mounted spoiler, wraparound taillights and a dual-exhaust system.
Little is known about the model but is expected to ride on the same platform that underpins the CX-5. This should result a lower curb and improved fuel efficiency.
Engine options remain unconfirmed, but the US-spec model is expected to be offered a 2.0-liter four-cylinder unit that produces 155 hp (116 kW). There could also be a more powerful 2.5-liter engine as well as a Mazdaspeed variant, but nothing is official as of yet.

 

[mini_cooper4]

I feel like Japanese brands launch their new models every 3 years...

 

[ZicZachZo]

Looks great!!!!!

 

[Giannis]

Looks great!!!!!

Indeed!

 

[jokejoe]

 

[Star&Car]

^no pics of the front?..thx

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Autobild is almost always spot on with their renders.