New Mazdaspeed3 Speculated For Frankfurt Debut

Cameron Aubernon
by Cameron Aubernon

Fans of the Mazdaspeed3 may soon rejoice, as speculation points to a new version of the high-performance hatch debuting in Frankfurt this September.

The new Mazdaspeed3 – Mazda3 MPS in Australia – will turn up as a concept before quickly entering production, Motoring.com.au reports. Power is expected to come from a 2.5-liter turbo-four unit capable of 295 horsepower – which will also motivate the new CX-9 set to make its world debut later this year in Los Angeles — with AWD as a possible feature.

For those waiting for the next Mazdaspeed6, the publication’s sources point to 2017 as the earliest the high-performance sedan would arrive; the aforementioned turbo-four and AWD system would also find its way here.

Meanwhile, Mazda has plans to have four crossovers in the lineup with the addition of a reborn midsize CX-7 and its third-row seating, taking its place alongside the subcompact CX-3, compact CX-5 and fullsize CX-9. The CX-7 would debut after the new CX-9.

[Photo credit: Mazda]

Cameron Aubernon
Cameron Aubernon

Seattle-based writer, blogger, and photographer for many a publication. Born in Louisville. Raised in Kansas. Where I lay my head is home.

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  • FreedMike FreedMike on Apr 29, 2015

    I drove a 3 over the weekend and even with the 2.0 engine, this thing is an absolute hoot to drive. I'm not going to even think about driving the MS3...it might cause me to go WAY over budget.

  • Corey Lewis Corey Lewis on Apr 29, 2015

    I saw a new 3 5-door go past my house a couple weeks ago, in this red color. Oh man was that thing sharp. It looked very sporty, and very solid. I'd say the looks are now up there with the GTI at least.

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    • EAF EAF on Apr 29, 2015

      @sportyaccordy That's right, I forgot to add blown turbos, PCV issues and weak lower engine mounts. I do however think MS3's are still less problematic than the WRX or GTI. You will all flame me, but the most reliable and ro-bust turbo 4-banger to date is Mitsu's 4G63. (Yes, that's even after factoring in 7-bolt crankwalk).

  • Redav Redav on Apr 29, 2015

    Never believe any rumor coming out of Australia.

  • DrGastro997 DrGastro997 on May 09, 2015

    MS3 for us here??? Yes please!

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