2018 Mazda CX3

The 2018 Mazda CX-3 is a premium subcompact crossover SUV that beautifully blends eye-catching aesthetics, agile driving dynamics, and exceptional fuel economy. Designed around Mazda’s signature "Kodo: Soul of Motion" philosophy, its exterior features a striking, low-slung silhouette with sweeping body lines, a prominent chrome-trimmed shield grille, and short overhangs that project a sporty, energetic presence even at a standstill. Under the hood, the highly efficient SkyActiv-D clean-diesel engine (available as a punchy 1.5-liter or the updated, more powerful 1.8-liter variant introduced in the late 2018 facelift) delivers stout low-end torque. This allows the CX-3 to navigate highway merges and city traffic with ease while maintaining incredibly low real-world fuel consumption, often averaging an impressive 4.0 to 4.8 L/100km. The mid-cycle updates for the 2018 model year drastically elevated passenger comfort and refinement. Mazda engineers specifically addressed previous road noise complaints by adding thicker headlining, heavier rear window glass, and advanced sound-deadening insulation to create a much quieter, more serene cabin environment.