2018 Mazda 3 Maxx Sport BN Series Auto

The 2018 Mazda 3 Maxx Sport, part of the BN series (the facelifted third generation), offered several standout features that made it a compelling option in the competitive small car segment. Mazda's focus on design, driving dynamics, and value truly shone through in this variant. Here are five unique features:
"KODO - Soul of Motion" Design Language: While not exclusive to the Maxx Sport, the Mazda 3 truly embodied Mazda's "KODO" design philosophy. This meant a sleek, athletic, and sophisticated exterior that made it look far more premium than its price point suggested. The Maxx Sport specifically enhanced this with additions like 16-inch alloy wheels and body-coloured mirrors, contributing to a cohesive and attractive package that stood out against blander competitors.
G-Vectoring Control (GVC) Technology: This was a significant and unique Mazda innovation introduced in the BN facelift. GVC is a software-based system that subtly adjusts engine torque in response to steering inputs, shifting weight to the front wheels during turn-in for improved grip and steering response, and then back to the rear for greater stability on corner exit. The driver barely perceives it, but the result is a smoother, more precise, and less fatiguing driving experience, making the Mazda 3 feel more connected and agile than many rivals.
MZD Connect Infotainment with Commander Control: The Maxx Sport came equipped with Mazda's intuitive MZD Connect infotainment system, featuring a prominent 7-inch colour touchscreen display. What made it particularly unique and user-friendly was the rotary "Commander Control" knob located on the centre console. This allowed for safe and easy operation of the system while driving, reducing the need to reach for the screen and minimizing distraction – a feature often found in more expensive European luxury cars. It also included Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility (often via an update).
Advanced i-ACTIVSENSE Safety Features (Entry to Advanced): Even in the Maxx Sport trim, the Mazda 3 offered a strong suite of i-ACTIVSENSE safety technologies that weren't always standard or available at this price point in competitors. Key features included:
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Warns of approaching vehicles when reversing out of a parking spot.
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM): Alerts to vehicles in your blind spots.
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Forward & Reverse: Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) that works at lower speeds to help prevent or mitigate collisions, both when moving forward and reversing.
This comprehensive safety package provided excellent peace of mind and underscored Mazda's commitment to safety.
Refined and Premium Interior Feel: For a small car, the Mazda 3 Maxx Sport punched above its weight in terms of interior quality and ambiance. It featured high-quality materials, soft-touch surfaces, well-damped controls, and a driver-centric cockpit design. The instrument cluster with its large central tachometer and digital speed readout, along with the crisp MZD Connect display, contributed to a sophisticated feel. This attention to detail in the cabin made it feel more upmarket and comfortable than many direct competitors.
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