A whole herd of intriguing small cars is on the horizon.
2010 Mazda3/Mazdaspeed3
On sale: Now
The Mazda 3 is quickly becoming an institution. The current model has actually been on sale for a year now thanks to an early '09 introduction. Available as a four-door sedan or five-door hatchback, the spirited Mazda3 is available with either a 148-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 167-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder. As if that's not enough juice for a compact car, you can also get a Mazdaspeed3 with a turbocharged 263-hp four-cylinder and an even sportier suspension setup. It's also a performance bargain, with a price under $25,000. Either way, you get a comfortable and stylish car that offers a significant step up from the previous car in terms of refinement.
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