Mazda 3 Model Cars

Stylish and Fun to Drive: Mazda 3 for Sale

The Mazda 3 is a compact car produced by the company since 2003. It is available as a four-door sedan or a five-door hatchback. If you're looking for a new or used Mazda 3 for sale, eBay can help you get a good deal.

Mazda 3, officially known as Mazda3, is currently in its fourth generation. Following are some of the distinguishing features of each generation to help you differentiate between them:

• First generation: Produced between 2003 and 2008, it was offered in a variety of gasoline engines and multiple trim levels. Originally, two trim levels were introduced that were followed by Touring and Grand Touring labels. In the United Kingdom, S, TS, TS2, Sport, and Turbocharged trims were sold.
• Second generation: These cars were developed between 2009 and 2013. The new model was marginally wider, longer, and lighter than the previous generation. It also introduced a new engine and a CVT transmission.
• Third generation: This model is built on the newer SkyActiv chassis and it is also more fuel-efficient than the earlier models. Available transmissions are four-speed automatic, six-speed MT manual, and six-speed Drive automatic model.
• Fourth generation: In production since 2019, the fourth generation comes with a spark-controlled compression engine. As of 2019, it was only available in six-speed automatic and six-speed manual transmissions.

Mazda MPs for sale are the first and second-generation variant of the original Mazda 3. Also known as Mazdaspeed3, these cars were produced between 2007 and 2013. Using a turbocharged 2.3L engine, they had a power output of nearly 263hp. In several speed tests, the car is known to accelerate to 100km/h in six seconds. Offered as a sports hatchback, there were two trim levels, and the car also underwent a facelift in 2010. While it was never designed for sheer speed, this Mazda 3 sport for sale impressed a lot of independent critics with its performance, handling, safety, and fuel economy. eBay may have multiple listings for used Mazda MPs for sale.

The first-generation model underwent considerable minor facelifts. Despite the fact that there were four known facelifts every year since 2006, these were relatively minor and may not have an impact on the overall appeal or the price of the car. The most notable facelift was provided to the second-generation model in 2012. These models used a SkyActiv advanced transmission that helps in getting a better fuel economy. Other additions included a revised grille, air intakes, reshaped rear valance panel, and changes to the headlamps.