Some cars simply get you where you’re going. This one makes the trip the best part of your day. At Ray Skillman Northeast Mazda, we help drivers shopping for a Mazda3 Hatchback near Southport, Indiana, find the version that fits their routine, from an efficient front-wheel-drive commuter to an all-wheel-drive turbo with plenty of punch.
The hatch body style gives you everything people love about the Mazda3, plus a wide rear opening and 20.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. Fold the 60/40 split rear seat, and there’s room for a bike, a stack of moving boxes, or a weekend’s worth of gear. It’s small enough to squeeze into a tight spot near Lucas Oil Stadium on game day, yet roomy enough to swallow a big grocery haul without a second thought.
Most trims use the SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which produces 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque on regular unleaded. It pairs with a smooth 6-speed automatic that includes a Sport mode, and front-wheel drive comes standard. If you love shifting for yourself, the 2.5 S Premium deserves a look. It’s the only version of this hatch offered with a 6-speed manual, a choice that’s getting harder to find these days.
Want more muscle? The 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel (227 hp on regular), and comes standard with i-Activ AWD. All that torque arrives early, so merging onto I-65 during the morning rush feels easy. The turbo trim still earns an EPA-estimated 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway, and all-wheel drive is also standard on the 2.5 S Carbon Edition. Plan a fall drive through Brown County, and you’ll appreciate how sharply this car responds on winding back roads.
Every trim gets Mazda Connect with an 8.8-inch center display controlled by the Commander knob on the console. It’s a thoughtful setup that lets you change songs or zoom the map without reaching across the dash. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, along with an 8-speaker audio system, dual USB-C ports, and a 7-inch digital gauge display. Mazda Connected Services includes a one-year trial, so you can start the engine remotely from the MyMazda app on a frosty January morning.
Moving up the lineup brings wireless smartphone integration and a Qi wireless charger, starting with the Carbon Edition. The 2.5 S Premium adds a 12-speaker Bose sound system and the Active Driving Display, which projects speed and other key info onto the windshield. At the top, the Turbo Premium Plus brings a larger 10.25-inch screen, a heated steering wheel, and paddle shifters.
Mazda doesn’t make you pay extra for core safety. Every hatch comes with Smart Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane-keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, and automatic high beams. Automatic-transmission trims also add Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, which takes a lot of the strain out of rush-hour crawls. The Turbo Premium Plus goes further with a 360-degree View Monitor, front and rear parking sensors, and Cruising & Traffic Support for hands-on lane centering on the highway.
Comfort keeps pace. The Select Sport adds leatherette sport seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and 18-inch black metallic wheels. Preferred trims bring heated front seats, a power moonroof, and an 8-way power driver’s seat with memory, while the Carbon Edition dresses its cabin in bold red leather.
Six trims make up the Mazda3 Hatchback lineup, and each one builds on the last. Here’s how they compare side by side.
| Trim | Powertrain and Drive | Feature Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 S | 186-hp 2.5L, 6-speed automatic, FWD | 8.8-inch display, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 16-inch alloy wheels |
| 2.5 S Select Sport | 186-hp 2.5L, 6-speed automatic, FWD | Leatherette sport seats, dual-zone climate control, 18-inch black metallic wheels |
| 2.5 S Preferred | 186-hp 2.5L, 6-speed automatic, FWD | Power moonroof, heated front seats, 8-way power driver’s seat with memory |
| 2.5 S Carbon Edition | 186-hp 2.5L, 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD | Red leather sport seats, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging |
| 2.5 S Premium | 186-hp 2.5L, 6-speed manual, FWD | Bose 12-speaker audio, leather sport seats, Active Driving Display |
| 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | Up to 250-hp turbo, 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD | 10.25-inch display, heated steering wheel, 360-degree View Monitor |
Whichever trim catches your eye, a test drive is the best way to feel the difference between the standard engine and the turbo. Our team is happy to line up back-to-back drives so you can compare them on the same roads.
Ray Skillman has been serving central Indiana drivers since 1980, and our Mazda store has been part of that story since 2010. We keep the process straightforward and low-pressure. Browse our selection online, use our value-your-trade tool to see what your current car is worth, and apply for pre-approval before you visit. You can even buy online and have your new Mazda3 Hatchback delivered to your door.
Our in-house finance team works with a wide network of lenders to fit a range of budgets and credit histories, and our Mazda-certified technicians are ready to keep your hatch running right for years to come. Stop by and take one for a spin. We think you’ll see why so many drivers keep coming back.
You can test drive a Mazda3 Hatchback at Ray Skillman Northeast Mazda, and we proudly serve drivers near Southport, Indiana. I-465 makes the trip from the south side an easy one, and our team can have a car ready when you arrive. Schedule online or simply stop by during showroom hours.
The hatch offers two engines. Most trims use a 186-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, while the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus delivers up to 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel. That turbo trim also comes standard with i-Activ AWD.
Yes, i-Activ AWD comes standard on the 2.5 S Carbon Edition and the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus. The other four trims use front-wheel drive. Our team at Ray Skillman Northeast Mazda can help you decide which setup suits your commute.
Yes, the 2.5 S Premium pairs a 6-speed manual with front-wheel drive. It’s the only trim offered with a manual, and it also brings Bose audio, leather-trimmed sport seats, and the Active Driving Display.
The hatch offers 20.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. Fold the 60/40 split rear seatback and you’ll have room for longer items like a bike or flat-pack furniture.
Yes, Ray Skillman Northeast Mazda lets you buy or lease online with instant pricing and home delivery. You can also value your trade and apply for pre-approval through our website before you ever visit.
