| 2021 Mazda3 No Hot Hatch But Spools Up Loads of Fun The smooth, refined 2.5L turbo-4 from the larger CX-9 is well suited for the Mazda3, especially with AWD. Spend a couple days behind the wheel, and it becomes apparent why Mazda product planners think of the Audi A3 and Acura ILX as competitors. Read More | 