2026 MAZDA3 Sedan Trim Level Comparison

2026 Mazda3 Sedan

Every 2026 Mazda3 Sedan wears the same sculpted Kodo Design® profile, yet each of its five trims shapes the driving experience in its own way. Some trims refine everyday comfort, while others add i-Activ AWD® grip, richer materials, and turbocharged power. Find the right Mazda3 Sedan for how you drive with The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston.

2.5 S

The 2.5 S trim starts with a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. A SKYACTIV®-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with Sport mode powers the front wheels, and G-Vectoring Control Plus® helps every curve feel composed.

Inside, an 8.8-inch center display runs Mazda Connect™ with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration. The eight-speaker audio system with Mazda Harmonic Acoustics immerses the cabin. Standard i-Activsense® technology includes:

  • Mazda Radar Cruise Control™ with Stop & Go
  • Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Lane Keep Assist and Lane Departure Warning
  • Smart Brake Support with pedestrian detection
  • Driver Attention Alert and Vehicle Exit Warning

2.5 S Select Sport

The 2.5 S Select Sport trim upgrades the cabin with leatherette-trimmed seats, plus a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. Dual-zone automatic climate control, Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, and Alexa Built-In™ make daily driving feel effortless in your new Mazda sedan. Black Metallic 18-inch alloy wheels and heated side mirrors sharpen its stance.

2.5 S Preferred

The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 S Preferred adds a power-sliding glass moonroof that fills the cabin with sunlight. Heated front seats and an eight-way power driver seat with power lumbar support and two-position memory take comfort to a new level. This trim’s leatherette upholstery comes in Black or Greige, while silver-finish 18-inch alloy wheels and a gloss black grille round out the exterior.

2.5 S Carbon Edition

The 2.5 S Carbon Edition trim brings standard i-Activ AWD® for sure-footed traction through Chicagoland winters. Polymetal Gray paint, black 18-inch alloy wheels, and red leather-trimmed seats give it a bold, modern personality. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ team up with a Qi® wireless phone charger to keep cords out of sight.

2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus introduces the SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Turbo engine, paired with i-Activ AWD® and steering wheel paddle shifters. It delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque.

Leather-trimmed seats in Black or White and a heated steering wheel make the cabin feel indulgent. An Active Driving Display® with Traffic Sign Recognition keeps key information in your line of sight. Additional i-Activsense® upgrades include:

  • 360-degree View Monitor
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Smart Brake Support Rear and Smart Brake Support Rear Crossing
  • Cruising and Traffic Support

Test-Drive the 2026 MAZDA3 Sedan in Evanston, IL

If you’re ready to get behind the wheel of the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan, our Mazda financing options make it easy. Stop by our Mazda dealership in Evanston, IL, where our team will help you test-drive each trim and feel the differences firsthand.