Shop for the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan in Allentown, PA

2026 Mazda3 Sedan for Sale at Scott Mazda in Allentown, PA

The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan brings a premium vibe to the compact car segment, with crisp handling, clean styling, and a cabin that feels like it belongs in a higher class. At Scott Mazda in Allentown, PA, you can shop five trims: 2.5 S, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus. Whether your priority is fuel economy, a more upscale interior, or a stronger powertrain for confident passing on the road, there is a Mazda3 Sedan configuration that fits.

Shoppers who cross-shop cars like the Toyota Corolla will notice that the Mazda approach is more driver-focused, from steering-wheel placement to chassis tuning. The result is a sedan that feels composed in daily commuting and genuinely fun when the road opens up.

Interior Comfort and Measurements that Fit Real Life

Mazda keeps the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan cabin simple, clean, and driver-centered. Five-passenger seating is standard, with a 60/40 split-fold-down rear seatback for added flexibility. Cargo space measures 13.2 cubic feet, providing the sedan with a practical trunk for errands, luggage, or a weekend trip out of town.

Interior measurements include:

• Headroom: 38.0 inches front, up to 37.3 inches rear
• Legroom: 42.3 inches front, 35.1 inches rear
• Shoulder room: 55.7 inches front, 53.5 inches rear
• Hip room: 54.6 inches front, 50.9 inches rear
• Passenger volume: Up to 92.8 cubic feet

Across the lineup, comfort and convenience equipment are designed to feel intuitive day after day. Entry trims include air conditioning, power windows with one-touch up and down, speed-sensitive auto door locks, push-button start, an electronic parking brake, and steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise control switches.

Trim-to-trim interior comfort upgrades include the following:

Upholstery and Seating Finishes

The seat materials step up quickly as you move up the trims, with each choice aimed at giving the Mazda3 Sedan a more premium feel than many compact-car rivals.

• 2.5 S: Cloth-trimmed sport seats and door inserts
• 2.5 S Select Sport: Leatherette-trimmed sport seats
• 2.5 S Preferred: Leatherette-trimmed sport seats with heating
• 2.5 S Carbon Edition: Red leather-trimmed sport seats
• 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus: Premium interior enhancements, including a higher-content front seating setup

Driver Seat Adjustability

If you want a more supportive driving position for long commutes, the Preferred trim is the turning point. It adds an adjustable driver setup designed for comfort and control.

• Eight-way power-adjustable driver seat with power lumbar support and two-position memory on Preferred and above
• Heated front seats on Preferred and above

Storage and Everyday Usability

The Mazda3 Sedan makes daily life easier with smart cabin storage, including a glove compartment, a front center-console armrest with covered storage, and front-door pockets with bottle holders. Higher trims add features like a rear center armrest with cup holders and a front passenger seatback pocket.

Exterior Design, Wheels, and Color Options

The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan looks sleek and tidy from every angle, with proportions that feel more grown-up than a typical compact car. It rides on a 107.3-inch wheelbase and maintains a low stance, keeping the driving experience planted without overdoing the aggressive styling.

Exterior dimensions:

• Length: 183.5 inches
• Width: 70.7 inches
• Height: 56.9 inches
• Ground clearance: 5.5 inches
• Track: 61.7 inches front, 62.2 inches rear

Lighting is modern and clean across the lineup, featuring LED headlights, daytime running lights, and combination taillights, plus auto-on/off headlight functionality.

Key exterior equipment changes by trim include grille finish, signature wing appearance, wheel designs, and mirror equipment. You will see a move from body-colored power mirrors to black power side mirrors, then heated mirrors with memory and tilt-in-reverse functionality as you step up.

Wheel and tire setups vary by trim, including 16-inch alloy wheels on the 2.5 S and 18-inch alloy wheels on upper trims. Tire sizes include P205/60R16 and P215/45R18, depending on the model.

Available exterior colors include:

• Jet Black
• Soul Red Crystal Metallic
• Polymetal Gray Metallic
• Platinum Quartz Metallic
• Machine Gray Metallic
• Snowflake White Pearl Mica

Performance Specs, Powertrain Choices, and Drivetrain Options

The Mazda3 Sedan lineup starts with a strong foundation and offers a clear path to more power with the turbo premium model. You get a straightforward choice: the standard 2.5-liter engine across the 2.5 S trims, or the available 2.5-liter turbo engine in the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus.

Standard Engine Output and Core Engineering

Most trims use Mazda’s SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine with variable valve timing and advanced direct injection.

The standard engine specifications include:

• 186 horsepower at 6,000 rpm with regular unleaded
• 186 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm with regular unleaded
• Displacement: 2,488 cc
• Compression ratio: 13.0:1
• Redline: 6,500 rpm
• Fuel system: Advanced direct injection
• Emissions: SULEV30 / Tier 3 BIN30 (50-state)

Turbo Models and Premium Fuel Output

The 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus features a turbocharged engine that delivers stronger passing power. With recommended premium fuel, the turbo model is rated up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque, giving the Mazda3 Sedan a noticeably different personality on the highway and in quick merges.

Transmission and Drivetrain

All Mazda3 Sedan trims use an automatic transmission, specifically a SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed electronically controlled sport automatic transmission with manual-shift mode and Sport mode.

Drivetrain configurations depend on trim:

• Front-wheel drive is standard on 2.5 S, Select Sport, and Preferred
• i-ACTIV AWD® is standard on Carbon Edition and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

Fuel capacity varies slightly by drivetrain:

• 13.2 gallons for front-wheel drive models
• 12.7 gallons for i-ACTIV AWD® models

EPA-estimated Fuel Economy

Fuel economy depends on the drivetrain.

• Front-wheel drive automatic: EPA-estimated 27 city and 36 highway mpg
• All-wheel drive automatic: EPA-estimated 26 city and 34 highway mpg

Chassis, Steering, and Braking Hardware

Mazda’s chassis tuning is a big reason the Mazda3 Sedan feels so natural on a curving road. The sedan uses a rack-and-pinion electric power steering setup and a suspension layout tuned for control without harshness.

Mechanical and chassis specifications include:

• Front suspension: Independent MacPherson strut
• Rear suspension: Torsion beam axle
• Brakes: Four-wheel disc
• Front brakes: 11.0-inch vented disc (FWD), 11.6-inch vented disc (AWD)
• Rear brakes: 10.4-inch solid disc
• ABS: Four-wheel, four-channel with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist
• Turning circle: 37.3 feet (wall to wall)

Tech Features and Connected Convenience

Mazda keeps tech features clean, quick, and driver-friendly. The centerpiece is MAZDA CONNECT™, built around an 8.8-inch full-color center display and Multifunction Commander control, helping you stay focused on the road.

Tech features include:

• Apple CarPlay® integration
• Android Auto™ integration
• Mazda Connected Services with a one-year trial
• Alexa Built-in on Select Sport and above
• Bose® premium audio system with 12 speakers on 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

The Mazda3 sedan also includes Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio streaming capability, plus dual Type-C USB audio inputs. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ are available on higher trims, along with HD Radio.

Mazda Connected Services offers features such as remote engine start via the MyMazda app, vehicle status reporting, and other connected tools that enhance your day.

Safety Features and Driver Assistance That Work in the Background

The 2026 Mazda3 sedan is engineered to help the driver stay aware, especially in stop-and-go traffic and during busy lane changes. Every trim includes core driver-assist systems that support confidence on the road without feeling intrusive.

Safety and driver assistance features include:

• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Lane Departure Warning System
• Lane-keep Assist System
• Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go

Additional standard safety equipment includes Smart Brake Support forward, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Control, rear seat alert, vehicle exit warning, rearview monitor, Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control System, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and child-safety rear door locks with LATCH anchors and upper tethers.

Airbag coverage includes dual front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags, side-impact air curtains, and driver and front passenger knee airbags.

Test Drive a 2026 Mazda3 Sedan at Scott Mazda

If you want a compact car that feels polished, responsive, and thoughtfully equipped, the 2026 Mazda3 sedan is a strong pick, especially in Preferred, Carbon Edition, or 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus trim. Visit Scott Mazda in Allentown, PA, to browse vehicles, compare trims, and select the right drivetrain and options for your daily driving experience. If you are also considering the Mazda3 hatchback, Scott Mazda can walk you through the differences in body style and cargo approach so you can choose what fits your lifestyle.

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