Page 11 of 07 Mazda3 Brochure by Mazda USA

powering the mazdaspeed3 is a 263-hp turbocharged and intercooled 2.3-liter mzr engine one that also utilizes direct-injection technology to improve combustion boost torque and optimize fuel efficiency other high-output-promoting enhancements to this all-aluminum powerplant include a high-strength forged crankshaft and connecting rods plus tuned intake and exhaust systems all of which help the mazdaspeed3 generate a remarkable 68 more horsepower 280 lb-ft of torque a blistering 0 to 60 mph time of 5.8 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph it s all about ripping the road a new pothole the experts at motor trend 10/06 simply put it this way if you re the type who appreciates a pocket-rocket that can make your spine tingle get on the phone immediately fact is the all-new mazdaspeed3 is an adrenaline fix like no other a high-output performer without the high-output price yet one that boasts a high-performance 2.3-liter mzr engine that s turbocharged intercooled and direct-injected a whopping 263 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque a zero to 60 mph time of 5.8 seconds plus an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph all the better to help you tame your favorite stretch of asphalt but then we started with one of the best-handling sport compacts on the planet the mazda3 5-door and made it even better with a close-ratio 6-speed manual gearbox and tochigi-fuji super limited-slip differential to help you expertly manage all that power drilled aluminum pedals high-bolstered front bucket seats to keep you better anchored in the turns four-wheel disc brakes with abs electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist to give you exceptional stopping power a track-tuned independent suspension to reduce body roll 60 and keep things more firmly in touch with the road an underbody air management system to reduce lift at high speed not to mention dynamic stability control with traction control topping it all off trick 18-inch alloys aero body parts front sides and rear and a tuned intake and exhaust plus mazda s full new-car factory warranty the potent end result compelled motor trend 10/06 to conclude that the mazdaspeed3 gives the term `bang for the buck an inferiority complex available only at authorized mazdaspeed dealers car and driver 11/06

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