
Honda, Volkswagen, and Mazda have taken their hatchbacks upmarket, at least when it comes to price. Which has done it most convincingly?
The Mazda 3 is available in the following finishes:
The following finishes cost an additional $495:
On the core range, metallic paint is a $600 option while premium metallic paint is a $900 option.
The following shades are available on the core range:
All shades are a no-cost option in the GTI, but for Kings Red which costs $300. The following shades are available:
The Golf R is available in three exterior paint colours:
Beyond equipment upgrades and price rises, the Mazda 3 remains a refined and rewarding small car with a couple of unresolved flaws.
Josh Nevett
The most basic Volkswagen Golf in Australia is a terrific prospect for those after a classy conveyance with some great standard features.
Matt Campbell
Type | ||
PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO | |
Size (cc) | ||
1998 - 2488 | 1395 - 1984 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.5L, 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
Cylinders | ||
4 | 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
114kW - 139kW | 110kW - 245kW | |
Power RPM | ||
6000 | 5000 - 5600 | |
Torque | ||
200Nm - 252Nm | 250Nm - 420Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
4000 | 1500 - 2100 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | 80 - 92.8 | |
Compression Ratio | ||
- | - |