11/25/2023 0 Comments Mazda crossover 2016![]() If there’s one change for 2016 that could use fine-tuning, it’s the new Sport mode setting for the drivetrain. The Mazda’s electrically boosted steering has just-right weighting, good on-center feel, and a natural buildup of effort in turns that feels positively (old-school) BMW-like. Its ride is firm but not harsh with well-controlled body motions. The new CX-5 isn’t the quickest CUV in the segment, but it has the poise and agility of a sports sedan. Still, although our test vehicle’s 7.7-second zero-to-60 time shows that the 2016 CX-5 doesn’t have the beans to dust off a Ford Escape with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbo, the Mazda’s roster of carryover Skyactiv engine and lightweight chassis tech is more than enough to place it at the top of its class. We’d like a little less engine noise, too despite added sound insulation this year, the direct-injected 2.5-liter’s note remains a bit grainy at idle. The CX-5’s gauges are rather blah, though, and would be more engaging with higher contrast and larger, more interesting fonts. Now if only the volume knob were on the driver’s side of the console and the backup-camera display had dynamic trajectory lines, the setup would be just about perfect. Test drive the 2016 Mazda CX-3 at Capistrano Mazda in San Juan Capistrano, CA.Our Grand Touring test car also sported supportive, comfortable, and gorgeous Parchment leather seats a grippy leather-wrapped steering wheel and simple, easy-to-use climate-control knobs and buttons. You’ll also find plenty of standard safety features including a tire pressure monitoring system, front and side airbags with roll over protection, and a Ring Structure unibody construction. These are just a few of the 2016 Mazda CX-3’s available advanced safety technology. A Lane Departure Warning system is available to alert you when your car starts drifting out of your lane, and the Blind Spot Monitoring ensures you always know what’s around you. Mazda Radar Cruise Control helps you maintain a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you, while Smart City Brake Support helps prevent frontal collisions by automatically applying the brakes if the vehicle senses an obstruction in the road. The available advanced safety systems help you drive with confidence. Orange County traffic is no joke, and the 2016 Mazda CX-3 doesn’t play around when it comes to safety. You won’t find this kind of comfort and luxury anywhere else. Connect your device to enjoy hands-free audio streaming, text messaging, and phone calls through voice activation technology. With a 7-inch color touchscreen MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment System, you’ll feel completely connected to the road, your entertainment, and you social world. The Mazda CX-3 doesn’t skimp on luxury, either. Flexible seating options, an array of storage compartments, and plenty of head, shoulder, and leg room for both the front and rear passengers make the Mazda CX-3 a valuable option. Open up the rear hatch to find a modest 12.4 cubic feet behind the second-row seats, or fold flat the 60/40 split rear seat for an outstanding 44.5 cubic feet of cargo space. This subcompact crossover offers a spacious interior complete with comfortable seating and luxury accents. You can even get available All-Wheel Drive so you can confidently take your 2016 Mazda CX-3 on your next adventure.ĭon’t expect to feel cramped in the 2016 Mazda CX-3. Mazda’s innovative SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY helps this subcompact crossover achieve amazing efficiency and exceptional engine output. ![]() With a SKYACTIV®-G 2.0L engine, the Mazda CX-3 pumps out 146 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque, and thanks to its SKYACTIV®-Chassis, the 2016 Mazda CX-3 is lighter, stronger, and more agile than its competitors. The 2016 Mazda CX-3 gets an outstanding fuel economy for a vehicle in its class. ![]() The Mazda CX-3’s elevated performance, spacious and fully-stocked interior, and top-notch safety features are just a few of the reasons why this vehicle won “Best of The Best” at the German Design awards in September. Bigger isn’t always better, especially when it comes to Mazda’s newest small crossover, the 2016 Mazda CX-3.
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