2021 Mazda CX-3 arrives at the dealership in October

Mazda Canada announced that the 2021 Mazda CX-3 will be available at dealers in October.

The CX-3 subcompact crossover will continue to offer premium features throughout the lineup. The 2021 Mazda CX-3 will continue to be offered with the four-cylinder Skyactiv-G 2.0L engine, rated to deliver 148 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with standard front-wheel drive and paired with a quick-shifting Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode and Sport mode that help create an engaging driving experience. For those looking to venture beyond the city, Mazda’s predictive i-Activ all-wheel drive is available on the CX-3.

Mazda CX-3 GX is packaged with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic-off headlights, and G-Vectoring Control Plus are standard features. The subcompact crossover is benefited by a seven-inch colour touchscreen display with Mazda Connect, Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio and a six-speaker audio system. These features can be accessed through the multi-function commander knob or steering wheel mounted controls. Other premium standard features include electronic parking brake with auto-hold feature, push button start, remote keyless illuminated entry system, power windows with one-touch automatic up/down feature for the driver side and cloth seats.

Essential i-Activsense safety features are standard on the 2021 CX-3 GX. Smart City Brake Support, Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and a wide-angle rearview camera are all standard safety features.

Moving up to the CX-3 GS brings a host of additional premium touches and convenience features. Inside the CX-3 GS, occupants can enjoy premium grade cloth upholstery, heated front seats, passenger seat lifter, rear seat centre armrest with cupholders, and automatic climate controls. The driver is treated to a heated steering wheel, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and conveniences like automatic on/off headlights, and heated exterior mirrors. Rain-sensing windshield wipers provide confidence for rainy days and complement the rear window wiper. On the exterior, the GS also receives 16-inch alloy wheels, piano-black pillar garnish, and silver front grille.

New for 2021, the CX-3 GS can be equipped with a Custom Appearance Package, which includes leatherette upholstery with brown suede inserts on the front seats, dash, and door panels, unique 16-inch alloy wheels, black exterior mirrors, and an understated black front grille design that brings greater depth and distinction.

For a different look and feel, a GS Luxury Package is also available as a subdued premium alternative to the Custom Appearance Package. The Luxury Package features leatherette upholstery with premium cloth inserts and adds a one-touch power moonroof. Unique stitching detail is found on black front and rear door armrests and soft-touch side console panel, and dark grey front and rear door inserts and soft-touch dash panel decoration. Satin chrome vent bezels and inner door handles add a little extra dash of contrast.

The CX-3 GT also comes with all LED exterior lighting, such as headlights, taillights and daytime running lights. The LED headlights have automatic leveling capabilities along with Adaptive Front-lighting System for added visibility around curves. Other equipment befitting the GT moniker is added, such as Bose premium sound system with 7 speakers including spare tire-well mounted subwoofer, navigation system, wireless Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM Satellite Radio with three-month trial subscription, leather-trimmed upholstery, advanced keyless entry, power adjustable driver’s seat with memory function, and auto-dimming rearview mirror.

CX-3 GT is equipped with a full set of i-Activsense safety features. Mazda radar cruise control with stop and forward functions, smart brake support for the front, lane departure warning, high beam control system, color active driving display and traffic sign recognition are all included. In 2021, pedestrian detection has been enhanced by night pedestrian detection.