2016 Mazda Mazda3

The 2016 Mazda3 has the formula that's propelled it to win accolades throughout the auto industry. With more than 4.5 million produced since its introduction, Mazda3 is the automaker's best-seller.

Mazda3 is available with a 155-horsepower SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter engine in Mazda3 i configuration or a 184-horsepower SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter engine in Mazda3 s vehicles.

Either engine can be paired with a six-speed manual or available six-speed automatic transmission and in four- or five-door body styles.

The 2016 Mazda3 comes standard with premium features that are rare among compact cars and available class-above options like adaptive high-intensity discharge headlights and Mazda Radar Cruise Control. For 2016, the Mazda3 is equipped with a standard backup camera on all models.

The Mazda3 i Sport kicks off the 2016 lineup with more standard features including power windows with a driver-side one-touch up/down feature, power door locks, dual-power folding exterior mirrors, a tilt and telescoping adjustable steering wheel, air conditioning with pollen air filter and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat. Additionally, Mazda3 i Sport models come with MAZDA CONNECT, cruise control, trip computer, push button start, remote keyless entry and map lights.

The mid-level Mazda3 Touring features halogen fog lights, heated body-color exterior door mirrors with integrated turn signals, bright beltline trim, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.

For 2016, the new Mazda3 Touring Popular Equipment Package is available, adding an auto-dimming interior mirror, dual-zone (driver and front passenger) automatic climate control system, and Bose nine-speaker surround sound system.

Anchoring Mazda3's lineup is the Grand Touring model, which is available with either engine in sedan or five-door body styles.