2026 Mazda3
Hatchback

The 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback blends everyday practicality with the sharp driving manners that have long defined the brand. Its compact footprint makes it easy to maneuver in crowded settings, while the hatchback body style gives it crossover-like versatility as well as a desirable sporty look: its five-door configuration is becoming increasingly rare. At the same time, the 2026 Mazda3 is one of the few hatchbacks available with all-wheel drive. Better still for purists, there’s a manual transmission option for those who prefer a more engaging driving experience. Notably, a wide trim range ensures this sleekly styled hatchback offers everything from essential transportation to a fun-to-drive all-weather performer (the Turbo Premium Plus trim) with a zero-to-60 mph time of 5.6 seconds.

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Trims and Powertrains

The 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback has a six-trim lineup: 2.5 S, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Premium, and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus. Most trims get a 186-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive (FWD), and a six-speed automatic transmission (the S and Turbo Premium Plus get steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The Carbon Edition gains all-wheel drive (AWD), while the Premium switches back to FWD but goes with a six-speed manual transmission by default. The Turbo Premium Plus is uniquely equipped with AWD and a turbocharged version of the 2.5-liter engine, making up to 250 horsepower. This top-tier grade has a six-speed automatic tranny.

Most Mazda3 Hatchback configurations (with FWD and the automatic gearbox) are EPA-rated for 26 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. In-town fuel economy for the AWD-equipped Carbon Edition changes to 25 mpg. The Turbo Premium Plus has fuel economy ratings of 23 mpg in city driving and 31 mpg on the open road. All trims have a cargo-area capacity of 20.1 cubic feet.

Standard Equipment by Trim

The S trim is the base offering, but it’s set up well with remote keyless entry, push-button ignition, nice fabric upholstery, automatic LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, a 7-inch driver information display, cruise control, power side mirrors with integrated LED turn signals,). It also has a cargo cover, two USB ports, dual exhaust outlets, variable intermittent windshield and rear wipers, a tilt-and-telescopic steering column, and 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels. The Select Sport introduces comfort- and convenience-focused amenities, such as leatherette upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, proximity keyless entry, heated side mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an overhead console, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, a rear armrest with cupholders, and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The Preferred trim knocks on luxury’s door with a power moonroof, heated front seats, an eight-way power driver's seat, a driver's memory system, and unique exterior treatments. The AWD-enabled Carbon Edition is equipped similarly to the Preferred but with a Polymetal Gray exterior, red leather upholstery, and wireless device charging. The Premium builds on the Preferred with leather upholstery, a head-up display, signature LED exterior lighting, and adaptive headlights. Mazda equips the Turbo Premium Plus with additional equipment beyond the Premium’s roster. These upgrades include a heated steering wheel, a windshield wiper deicer, a unique front fascia, a large exhaust outlet, and auto-dimming driver's-side and rearview mirrors.

Advanced Driver Aids and Safety Technology

The Mazda i-Activesense safety suite is standard with the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback. It consists of forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicyclist detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, vehicle exit warning, rear seat alert, and automatic high beams. The Premium and Turbo Premium Plus also have traffic sign recognition, while just the Turbo Premium Plus adds rear cross-traffic braking, rear automatic braking, a surround-view monitor, and front and rear parking sensors. The Mazda3’s core safety equipment includes a set of airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability control, traction control, hill launch assist with auto hold, and a rearview monitor.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Most 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback trims have an infotainment system based around an 8.8-inch display managed through a center console rotary dial. The platform supports Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (wireless on the Premium trim and above). The Turbo Premium Plus has a 10.25-inch display that adds Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and touchscreen functionality. All but the base trim have Alexa Built-in, while the Premium and Turbo Premium Plus include navigation and SiriusXM satellite radio. Most trims have an eight-speaker audio system, while the Premium and Turbo Premium Plus upgrade to a Bose audio system with 12 speakers. All 2026 Mazda3 Hatchbacks are equipped with Wi-Fi hotspot capability and access to Mazda Connect services.

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