2012 Mazda3 refreshed and got a new power plant



The most notable change in the exterior of the sedan and hatchback Mazda3 is a new front bumper with a slightly modified radiator grille, side sections and other headlights head light. In addition, cars can be ordered with 16 - and 17-inch wheels of the new design.
Detailed information about power plant SkyActiv has not been disclosed. Previously reported that the gasoline engine from this series will get direct fuel injection and high compression ratio. This unit is 15 percent more economical than its predecessors and has great torque. Engine capacity and its capacity is not known.

The new automatic transmission, according to representatives of Mazda, "will improve the efficiency of an additional seven percent. Note that in line SkyActiv also includes a diesel engine, lighter body structure and a new chassis.