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Mazda has released three photos of the upcoming new 2009 Mazda3 Sedan, which will replace the current Mazda3 which was launched about 5 years ago. It will be officially unveiled to the public at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show on the 19th of November 2008.
The model being unveiled will be the sedan version designed for the North American market. It will come with a choice of 2.0 or 2.5 litre engines, which are actually rather larger for a C-segment sedan, but hey – we’re talking about the Americans and their love for large engines after all!
It looks rather like a downsized new generation Mazda6. The hatchback version will be revealed later, and probably the Mazdaspeed3 sometime after! There will probably be minor styling variations with the design for other markets – bumper and tail lamps.
Look for two more photos after the jump.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments largely express excitement and admiration for the new Mazda3's stylish, sporty design, with many noting its resemblance to the Mazda6 and RX-8. Enthusiasts are eager for its launch in Malaysia, hoping for competitive pricing and features like paddle shifters and advanced tech. Some critique the rear bumper or engine options, but overall, sentiments are positive, with hopes it will be a strong contender against rivals like Civic and Altis, and predictions of high sales.