On the road with the Mazda3 Sport Black Special Edition

Mazda3 Sport Black Special Edition

Mazda3 Sport Black Special EditionThe very popular Mazda3 range has been recently boosted with the introduction of a new Horse in Mazda’s stable – in the form of the Mazda3 Sport Black Special Edition.


The Sport Black has been given ‘The Full Monty’ by Mazda with the introduction of dynamic lines, 18-inch Dark Gunmetal alloy wheels, front splitter, side skirts and an in your face roof spoiler. Also, if that was not enough to get you reaching for your savings account – then maybe the fact that Mazda has also limited production to just 800 examples.

Power and Efficiency:
The Sport Black is powered by a 2.0 litre Petrol engine with 120hp and 210Nm of torque, the engine revs easily and is very lively and responsive. Ok, I would have liked a bit more power – but it’s still enough to help the Sport Black get a shift on ‘Hot Hatch Style’ – Top speed also comes in at 121mph with a 0.62 time of 8.9sec and a combined fuel economy of 55.4mpg

On the road:
Mazda have always got it just right when it comes to a cars ability on the road, and my recent test of the brilliant CX-3 proves that Mazda know how to make a car perform. Also, if you have ever driven an MX-5, then you will know what I mean. On the road – the Sport Black is controlled and precise – add in the massive amount of feedback you also get from all four corners at any given moment, also helps in giving you the confidence of a sure footed ride.

Interior & Technology
Inside, the Sport Black’s is tailor-made with exclusive black half leather/ half suede seats which are very good at supporting your back and posture. In fact, the last time I sat in a seat this good was in a Bentley. The controls are also easy to reach and Mazda’s attention to detail on the interior surfaces is second to none.

Mazda3 Sport Black Special Edition

Then of course there’s the very generous standard equipment like; a BOSE® Surround-Sound System, reversing camera, smart keyless entry, cruise control and dual-zone climate control and Mazda’s MZD-Connect system, 7” colour touchscreen display and Multimedia Commander with integrated navigation all as standard.

Safety:
Additions such as; Smart City Brake Support (SCBS), Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), dual front, side and curtain airbags along with ABS and Dynamic Stability Control which includes Traction Control.

To sum up: The Mazda 3 Sport Black is a brilliant piece of work that will appeal to many people who want a great looking car with that hot hatch feel, but without the high insurance premiums.
Price: (from) £20,995 OTR as tested – not including fitted options. By Anthony Yates

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