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Like The Design Of This Next Mazda 3? You'd Better, Because EVERYONE Will Be Selling One Like It!

Agent001 submitted on 06/30/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:09 PM
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Like The Design Of This Next Mazda 3? You'd Better, Because EVERYONE Will Be Selling One Like It!

Here is a look at the next Mazda 3 caught by Burlappcars.com and a number of other websites.

They ACCIDENTALLY leaked out.

Yeah, right.

SURE they did.

Just like Britney Spears Cha-Cha ACCIDENTALLY got photographed a thousand times!

We hope you like it, because if you DON'T, you are without question going to HATE the cars coming over the next few years.

Why?

Because EVERYONE and their brother will be building a derivative of this design in some way, shape or form.

They HAVE to.

Because everything HAS to shrink over the next 2-5 years because nobody really has the solution to this gas crisis other than making smaller, useful and more utilitarian packages.

To some, these next few years will become like the dark ages for cars and trucks until they can really figure out how to build what we all like now that will get 50+ MPG.

And unless some Google billionaires have something hiding in the wings, get ready for the onslaught of what we will call the 'SAK' Swiss Army Knife cars.

Somebody had to put a label on them, why not the Auto Spies.

One design that is a compact, sporty, fuel efficient, handy jack-of-all-trades but master of none.

1-Series Hatch, X1, Mazda 3, Subaru Impreza, B-Class, A1, just to name a few...everyone else will follow with their own flavor of this...WE GUARANTEE IT.

And this 'SAK' craze will be BIGGER than the SUV fever that hit us a few years back.

They're going to get all 'Euro' on us!

Whether we want it or not.

Remember where you heard it first...

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_43LE - 6/30/2008 5:22:55 PM

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Mazda seems to be on a roll.

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henbmw - 6/30/2008 5:24:26 PM

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No kidding. Looks great!

randy33 - 6/30/2008 9:48:36 PM

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Agent004 - 6/30/2008 10:40:11 PMView My AgentSpace

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Exactly what I thought when I saw this, randy33.

I95SPEEDINGTICKETS - 7/1/2008 10:06:58 AM

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Nonsense

Looks more like a miniature Infiniti Ex than it does a BMW rip off

And if you are going to scream Rip Off please do us the favor of telling us WHICH vehicle is being Copied.

henbmw - 7/1/2008 10:35:26 AM

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Looks like a new STI, if anything

M35MT - 7/1/2008 1:09:21 PMView My AgentSpace

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hen, randy, 004:

The Mazda3 was released mid way through 2003. That's 2 years before the 3 series wagon that has a similar shoulder line, and nearly 5 years before the new STi wagon that looks very much like a mazda3 + a 3series wagon.

crackityjones - 7/2/2008 6:48:50 PM

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that is hardly a hoffmeister kink... more a pac-man.

DieselRules - 7/3/2008 4:47:17 PM

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Yeah right! My '66 T-Bird had the same "sharp shoulder crease" ... and I don't think Ford was copying BMW in the 60's.
And I think the A4 brought that shoulder back into popularity in Europe back when ... '96?

Looks more like an A3 with poor rear visibility.

Matthew1 - 6/30/2008 5:48:49 PM

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Wary of its authenticity, looks like a CGI.

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lexusrox123 - 7/2/2008 4:17:05 PM

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probably is...but it looks awesome. but rear visibility would not be awesome.

DROOPYSAKK - 6/30/2008 5:50:44 PM

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i am a fan, i cant wait to see the coupe and the mazdaspeed version!

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Htay7500 - 6/30/2008 6:06:02 PM

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sweet.

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thetruth01 - 6/30/2008 6:09:13 PM

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So now that they are leaking images, am I allowed to say that I saw it at a focus group last year? Of course they didnt say it was a Mazda, but hello, we're not idiots. The curves and angles were breathtaking. I dont remember it being quite so aggressive, Im sure theyve tweaked some design elements. But if it comes out close to what I saw, prepare to be blown away.

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EL34 - 6/30/2008 6:41:16 PM

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Way to go Ford ;->

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Htay7500 - 6/30/2008 6:53:34 PM

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and Mazda and Volvo, who also worked together creating this platform. and you can also thank mazda for also creating the frame for the fusion, where without, ford would be lacking. ;->

Htay7500 - 6/30/2008 6:57:56 PM

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but not to worry, the fusion is a nice looking mazda :)

EL34 - 6/30/2008 9:31:10 PM

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Mazda can thank Ford for the cash to design cars because they don't sell many in the USA :-D

holmstar - 7/1/2008 12:40:30 AM

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Who cares if you sell more cars when you are loosing money on every sale. Last I checked, mazda is profitable and gaining marketshare.

M35MT - 7/1/2008 1:12:08 PMView My AgentSpace

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Agents,

Isnt there a 'play pen' we can stick immature children (Michael Taylor) and the mentally disabled (EL34) so that the adults can talk?

Thanks

Brembo - 6/30/2008 6:48:35 PM

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Off the subject. I want to Euro Civic Hatchback.

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finishline - 6/30/2008 6:50:30 PM

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Love it! I'm buying an '09 A3, I think.

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nsmatt - 6/30/2008 7:12:47 PM

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Ok?

finishline - 6/30/2008 9:02:41 PM

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Small, four door, fuel efficient hatch. Sorry if I wasn't clear, nsmatt. I think a lot of these cars the article is talking about are following its lead.

nsmatt - 6/30/2008 11:51:23 PM

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Right, understood.

M35MT - 7/1/2008 1:13:23 PMView My AgentSpace

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Although the Audi 1-ups Mazda on fit n finish (but you pay for it) the Mazda3/speed3 is a good crossshop with the A3.

MercedesBenz00Z - 6/30/2008 7:03:23 PM

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bmwdrvr - 6/30/2008 7:08:08 PM

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what are you talking about the Mazda 3 hatch orignialy had desighn cues like the 1 series hatch......which honestly this concept looks better than the 1 series hatch its unique and looks alot more expensive than Im sure it will be.....the 3 is an excellent car value priced or not......high quality interior, and the hatch feels like it costs alot more

Htay7500 - 6/30/2008 7:09:44 PM

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is that a problem? because BMW and mazda are targeting 2 different markets...

Htay7500 - 6/30/2008 7:15:03 PM

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that wasn't to you bmwdrvr btw.

MercedesBenz00Z - 6/30/2008 8:53:48 PM

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I have no idea how that comment has got so many deboosts. I mean, I was trying to say nice things about Mazda!

aarononymous - 6/30/2008 9:14:22 PM

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We are definately not wealthy and bought the current Mazda3. I see zero relation to any BMW with Mazda designs and I would prefer an Audi personally.

holmstar - 7/1/2008 12:44:15 AM

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You got so many deboosts because you are being a pretentious jerk. Get a clue.

OneOfOne - 7/4/2008 3:50:42 PM

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you cant spell and likely take the bus or subway. jackass.

charlik05 - 6/30/2008 7:47:39 PM

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looks like a infiniti ex35

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theresmychippy - 6/30/2008 8:20:32 PM

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This is what the STI should have looked like. If it looks anything like this when it comes out, the Mazda 3 might just be my next car.

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009load - 6/30/2008 8:21:56 PM

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why do you claim to be the first publication to state that America will be driving smaller cars as does Europe. You sound like a 2nd grader claiming they were the first to wear red shoes.

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DiamondJim - 6/30/2008 8:30:54 PM

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i believe it, awesome call

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DROOPYSAKK - 6/30/2008 8:52:28 PM

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i dont think "poor" people will buying a new car you dolt

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t_bone - 6/30/2008 9:10:13 PM

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Predicably, the windows lost another couple inches of height. I hate this trend!

But other than that it looks good.

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holmstar - 7/1/2008 12:46:11 AM

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It is just a concept drawing... When it goes to market I'm sure that will change.

lexusrox123 - 7/2/2008 4:21:53 PM

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and suburban

what a gas hogging beast!
btw, who buys them anymore?

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atomicbri - 6/30/2008 9:24:02 PMView My AgentSpace

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Looks good if this is the Mazda, sign me up for one!

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truckmen - 7/1/2008 3:51:06 AM

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Wow I love the looks! I wish Honda made there Civic look this good in a hatch. I never bought a Mazda 3 because the crash standards were not as impressive as the Civics and the gas mileage was unimpressive.Although the acceleration was better on the Mazda.

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pcar4evr - 7/1/2008 5:31:10 AM

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looks like Bangle's "flame surface" found another new home

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smokinggun - 7/1/2008 8:11:04 AM

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That is very nice.Good job by the Ford design team. Might even compete with the new Cobalt in 2010.

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M35MT - 7/1/2008 1:18:25 PMView My AgentSpace

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Cobalt wishes it could compete with this car.

Mazda designed the car, not Ford.

mlevere1992 - 7/1/2008 10:14:33 AM

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I just wish this was a rear wheel drive car. I love everything about this car's design. Much more agressive than the current one and much better looking than the 1 series hatch. But for pure driving pleasure, I would rather have the 1 series. Concerning Price and styling, the Mazda. BTW, I currently own two Mazdas and have previously owned two BMWs. I love my CX-9 but would trade my 6 Wagon for a used e46 3 series any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

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Caraficionado - 7/1/2008 12:05:27 PM

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I said before and will say it again: Mazda rules among the Japanese. It's cool and daring and has definitely found a niche.

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Whelan - 7/1/2008 1:08:53 PM

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Offer an AWD version and I am a buyer.

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SteveL - 7/1/2008 3:02:41 PM

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That is one ugly car!!!!

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kpaxx - 7/3/2008 1:11:50 PM

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Loks a litle like an Alfa Bererra (sp).

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Georgemia - 7/5/2008 10:00:36 AM

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I think there will be fewer and fewer RWD cars, in this new fuel age. While electronics can compensate for bad traction in bad weather, FWD is more fuel efficient.
There were lots of small, efficient and desireable cars following the first and second fuel crises (three strikes you're out?) and I look forward to seeing more Sciroccos and Probes, and if we loose all the 22" chrome wheels with spinners, that's fine with me.

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smokefreak2003 - 7/7/2008 2:51:37 AM

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Considering the powertrains, the fuel economy on Mazdas as of late is lackluster. Their cars are a work of art though. I hope Mazda has a wimpy gas sipping 1.3-1.6 engine to put in this thing. 32 MPG for those of us who already are in the market for economy cars was great gas mileage 10 years ago. Not great for us economy car lovers today. However, this thing will get 250,000-500,000 people out of their SUVs and Buick Sized Accords, Impalas, Altimas, and the other gas guzzling junk disguised as good fuel economy cars.

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