The small family hatchback market is perhaps the most competitive new car sector of the lot.
Anyone who wants to threaten the dominant Volkswagen Golf in this category needs to be offering something special or out the ordinary. Well, the Mazda 3 has a bit of both.
A Mazda 3 car lease makes sense on a number of levels in comparison to the class leader. It’s better value, offers more for the money and more importantly for lot of people, it stands out from the crowd in a sector that is dominated by bland shapeless five door models.
Yes the Mazda 3 is a five door but one with a certain amount of style.
It’s super stylish, reliable and good to drive with high levels of equipment and great handling all in a practical package. What’s not to like?
All in all there are 17 Mazda 3 versions available with engines ranging from 1.6 to 2.3 litre petrol with a 2.0 litre petrol unit filling the gap and 1.6 litre diesel.
The Mazda 3 1.6D TS2 five door is the pick of the range for anyone considering leasing. It’s economical, punchy and although more costly over the life of the model this will be more than balanced out in fuel savings. The only one to avoid is the 1.6 petrol this is an old clunk of a unit lacking power and a poor relation to the other engines on offer.
Good value, fresh and funky, a great alternative in this crowded sector.
