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The Used 2018 Mazda3 Sport GT: A Fun-to-Drive Hatchback in Okanagan, BC

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(Posted on Jan 16, 2021 at 08:01PM by Josh Lew)
used mazda3 sport for sale in okanagan bcThe 2018 Mazda3 Sport GT brings impressive performance to the compact hatchback market in Okanagan, BC. A 2.5L I-4 Skyactiv engine provides 184 horsepower and 185 lb.-ft of torque. This trim also offers a six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and a paddle shifter.

Front-wheel drive is standard on the 2018 Mazda3 Sport, but AWD is available. Stability and traction control provide excellent handling regardless of your choice of drivetrain. 

A navigation feature, media centre with Bluetooth connectivity, and heated seats mean that the 2018 Mazda3 Sport GT is as attractive on the inside as it is under the hood. 

Contact our Okanagan, BC dealership today to inquire about the availability of the 2018 Mazda3 Sport GT. 

Used Mazda3 Engine Options for Okanagan, BC Car Shoppers

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(Posted on Nov 26, 2020 at 11:30PM by Josh Lew)
used mazda3 for sale in kelowna bcThe Mazda3 is a compact vehicle that is fun to drive. It owes its peppy performance to its efficient-yet-responsive engines. Through the years, these sedans and hatchbacks have relied on four-cylinder motors. 

For example, the 2015 Mazda3 GX boasts a 2.0L DOHC I-4 with a six-speed manual transmission. The powertrain provides 155 hp and 150 lb.-ft of torque. A similar engine drives the 2011 Mazda3. You will not have to sacrifice performance if you opt for an earlier model year. 

New models do offer a slight uptick in horsepower, however. The 2019 Mazda3 uses a 2.5L Skyactiv 1-4 with a six-speed automatic transmission. It produces 186 hp and 186 lb.-ft of torque. 

Contact our Okanagan, BC dealership today to inquire about the availability and engine options for used Mazda3s. 

The 2018 Mazda3: Balancing Performance and Fuel Efficiency for Okanagan, BC Drivers

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(Posted on Nov 24, 2020 at 10:00PM by Josh Lew)
used mazda3 okanagan bcThe Mazda3 is a compact car that manages to balance fuel efficiency with spirited performance and nimble handling. The 2018 version comes as a sedan or four-door hatchback. 

The 2018 Mazda3 Sport GT is a prime example of a fun and practical vehicle. This trim has a six-speed manual transmission and a 2.5L I-4 engine that provides 184 horsepower and 185 lb.-ft of torque.

On the practical side, the Mazda3 gets 9.4 L/100 km in the city and up to 6.9 L/100 km on the highway. At the same time, Sport GT has excellent handling, which, when combined with the engine and manual shifting, makes it one of the most delightful-to-drive vehicles in the compact class.

Depending on the trim package, the Mazda3 boasts lots of extras. Sport GT owners can enjoy a sunroof, heated seats, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. You can also get safety features, such as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-path alert, and automatic forward-collision-avoidance braking.

If you are seeking a compact car that offers fuel economy and is fun to drive, contact our Okanagan, BC dealership to inquire about the availability of the Mazda3. 

We inspect and repair our used vehicles so that they meet Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards. You can, therefore, be confident that our used Mazda3s will perform as advertised.Â