), making the car feel much punchier and more "fun" during spirited drives. Reliability & Long-Term Ownership

The 2017 Mazda 3 is widely considered "bulletproof" if maintained. Review | 2017 Mazda3 | Better than Before

You generally have two choices, and they change the "soul" of the car significantly:

It inherited the cleaner center console and steering wheel design from the more expensive Mazda 6 . Engine & Performance

This new system subtly adjusts engine torque when you turn the wheel, making the steering feel smoother and more natural.