The Newly Revealed Mazda 3 Has An Edgy Look For 2014

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We've been keeping close tabs on the new 2014 Mazda 3 for months, including spy shots galore, and now it's finally here.

The third-generation compact hatchback and sedan from Mazda, which together are the brand's best-selling vehicle, are entirely new for 2014.

There's the latest Mazda design language, lots of updated technology, and two revised powertrains.

To us, the new 2014 Mazda 3 looks like a winner.

The first thing you'll notice about the latest Mazda 3 is right up front. It's ditched the "smile" front end for an edgier, more upright five-point grille. The brand's Kodo design language works well on its compact car. With the grille corners leading into swept-back headlights, the front end is blunt, yet more aerodynamic than you'd think. Mazda said the five-door achieves a drag coefficient of just 0.275, while the sedan achieves a 0.255.