The 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback Will Reignite Your Passion for Driving
Are you eager to find a vehicle that will make you excited to hit the road? You need look no further than the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback. This sporty, five-passenger vehicle is engaging, entertaining, and rich with desirable amenities. Get ready to slip into the driver’s seat and enjoy these features at The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston.
Power and Performance
Two engines are present within the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback lineup. The base engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder powerplant that generates 191 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. This engine pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission, but a six-speed manual transmission is available. Front-wheel drive comes standard, with the Mazda brand’s iconic i-ACTIV AWD® system optional.
Trims with “Turbo” in their names upgrade to a turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four engine. Total system output for this engine is 227 or 250 horsepower and 310 or 320 lb-ft of torque depending on whether you fill up with regular or premium fuel. The automatic transmission and i-ACTIV AWD® drive system are standard with this turbocharged powerplant.
Technology Features
New Mazda vehicles are always fantastic showcases for the latest in automotive tech and infotainment. An 8.8-inch display is standard for the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback, and it’s compatible with the car’s Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity and Bluetooth® integration. The MyMazda app lets you control several of this model’s functions remotely and grants access to a subscription-based Wi-Fi® hotspot.
Amazon Alexa integration allows you to control compatible household devices from the road, while an eight-speaker Mazda Harmonic Acoustics sound system provides a stellar listening experience. Beginning with the Mazda3 2.5 S Premium Hatchback, you’ll upgrade to a 14-speaker Bose® sound system.
Safety Features
State-of-the-art safety features are likewise abundant for the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback. A rear-seat alert is one such feature, and it will remind you to check the back seats for occupants as you exit your vehicle. The hatchback’s other safety features include:
- Forward collision warning and intervention system
- Driver attention monitor
- Lane departure warning with lane-keep assist
- Blind-spot monitor with a rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control
- Vehicle exit warning
- Automatic high beams
Check Out the 2026 MAZDA3 Hatchback in Evanston, IL
Do you want driving to excite you again? It will when you visit our Evanston, IL, Mazda dealership and slip behind the wheel of the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback. Apply for Mazda financing now, and then head our way.