Mazda North American Operations has announced updates to the 2026 Mazda3 sedan and hatchback. Both models arrive at dealerships this summer with a starting MSRP of $24,550 for the sedan and $25,550 for the hatchback.

Buyers can choose between a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode or a six-speed manual available on select trims. Front-wheel drive is standard, with i-Activ all-wheel drive available on certain grades.

Mazda3 2.5 S

The entry-level Mazda3 2.5 S is offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles. Standard safety equipment includes:

• Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go

• Smart Brake Support

• Lane Departure Warning and Lane-Keep Assist

• Driver Attention Alert

• High Beam Control

• Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

• Vehicle Exit Warning

• Rear Seat Alert

Additional features include an 8.8-inch center display with Mazda Connect, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, push-button start, rearview camera, two USB-C inputs, and an eight-speaker Mazda Harmonic Acoustics audio system. Exterior details include LED lighting, body-colored mirrors with integrated signals, and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Mazda3 2.5 S Select Sport

The Select Sport trim adds:

• Advanced Keyless Entry

• Rain-sensing wipers

• Dual-zone automatic climate control

• Black leatherette seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

• Rear center armrest with cup holders

• 18-inch black alloy wheels and heated black mirrors

This model also introduces Alexa Built-in, enabling voice control for vehicle functions and compatible smart home devices.

Mazda3 2.5 S Preferred

The Preferred trim builds on Select Sport with:

• Power sliding-glass moonroof

• Heated front seats

• Eight-way power driver’s seat with memory and lumbar support

• Tilt-down mirrors in reverse

• Sedan: silver 18-inch wheels and optional Greige leatherette

• Hatchback: gray metallic 18-inch wheels and standard black leatherette

Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition

The Carbon Edition features Polymetal Gray exterior paint and a red leather interior. Equipment includes:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

• Qi wireless phone charging

• HD Radio

• Black heated mirrors and black 18-inch alloy wheels

All-wheel drive is standard.

Mazda3 2.5 S Premium

Exclusive to the hatchback, the Premium trim includes the six-speed manual transmission. Features include:

• 12-speaker Bose audio system

• SiriusXM satellite radio (three-month trial)

• Active Driving Display

• Adaptive Front-lighting System

• Traffic Sign Recognition

• Navigation with OTA updates

• Black or red leather seats

• 18-inch black alloy wheels and LED signature lighting

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Mazda3 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

The Turbo Premium Plus is available on sedan and hatchback models. It includes:

• Gloss black aerodynamic accents and rear spoiler (sedan) or spoiler with front air dam (hatchback)

• Black, red, or white leather seating (depending on body style)

• 12-speaker Bose system

• 360° View Monitor and front/rear parking sensors

• Cruising and Traffic Support

• Smart Brake Support-Reverse and Rear Crossing

• Larger 10.25-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

• Paddle shifters, heated steering wheel, frameless auto-dimming mirror with Homelink, and Mazda Online Navigation

Pricing

Destination and handling: $1,695

Premium paint colors: Soul Red Crystal Metallic, Machine Gray Metallic, Polymetal Gray Metallic, Snowflake White Pearl Mica, and Ceramic Metallic — each $595.