Experience the Skyactiv-G 2.0 driving experience

nextSkyactiv-G 2-liter engineI test drive the Mazda3. If I were to buy a Mazda3, I wanted to get this grade, so I was quite excited to get in it.

The engine does not have the diesel-like sound of the Skyactiv-X, and is quite natural. The engine is very natural, with no diesel-like sound like the SkyActiv-X.Yeah, I like this one better.I think, "I'm going to start.

The suspension is not much different from the Skyactiv-X. The suspension is almost identical to that of the Skyactiv-X, although this one is a little milder, but this is almost within the margin of error.

Personally, however, I just did not like this suspension. It's still stiff and firm, albeit with more vertical movement at low speeds.The road does not feel smooth on a nicely paved, flat road.The tires have a sense of resistance, or rather, the feeling of rolling smoothly is rare.Not to put on the shoulders of European cars, but their more global rivals are smoother.

I don't know if it is the friction in the drivetrain or the tires, but I think the ride could be better.

From a design standpoint, 18" is cool, but I think 16" or 17" would be just right for the original Mazda3. Also, if you are going to ride on the standard 18-inch tires, I would lower the air pressure to 2.2 to 2.3. It would probably feel more comfortable. (The manufacturer's specified value is 2.5 for both front and rear)

The 2.0 engine does not feel underpowered, but that does not mean it is spare. It runs reasonably well when turned, and I do not think it is insufficient for general use.However, once you experience the SkyActive X, you can't deny the lack of torque.In addition, the 199 Nm/4000 rpm torque seems quite normal when one is familiar with recent hybrid and downsizing turbocharged engines that have torque from low rpm.

Also, this engine is the type of engine that runs more than the Skyactiv-X, but I think your impression will change depending on whether you like the "sound" or not.

Mazda is famous for being a manufacturer that is particular about sound, but I did not really like the sound.Sound quality-wise, it is grainy and smooth, but sonically it is not "cooing" or "quacking", more like a mere "boom". This is such a sophisticated interior.I would like to see a little more sportiness and sensuality.The mechanical sound and explosion sound from the engine itself is not bad, so it would be better if the exhaust sound from the muffler were a little more frequent.

Mazda3, general comments

Very high interior quality and reasonably tight. And the beautiful exterior of the car is quite attractive. Personally, I quite like this aspect andIf we were to go by design alone, this car would be pretty high up on the list.

However.Its great interior and exterior are not balanced by the ride quality and engine.I felt as if there was an imbalance between the visual sense of quality and the physical feel of the ride. I felt that there was an imbalance between the visual sense of quality and the physical feel of the ride. If the interior of the MAZDA3 had been more simple in a good sense and had a tool-like feel, my impression would have been quite different.

The legs and body are solid, and there is none of the fluffy, squishy feeling of the domestic cars of a century ago.That's what I like about it, and it will drive well in the higher speed range. And if you look at this car overall, it is not a bad car at all. However, theI personally would like to see more low-speed behavior, rolling feel, and smoothness.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

In the end, I told them that although I really liked the design, I would not be making this purchase based on my overall judgment, and politely thanked them and left the store.

This review is a bit dry, but I would like to emphasize that it is my impression based on a test drive as a candidate for a commuter car to be used mainly in urban areas, and that I can only speak from my few years of experience with cars. If you are considering this car, please actually drive it and feel it with your five senses to see if it suits your tastes.

*Image source.2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback