Mazda does not exactly offer exciting enthusiast models throughout the lineup. The Miata of course is the major exception but it is not a tuning powerhouse by any means. The new Mazda 3 2.5 Turbo hatchback on the other hand is potentially going to offer some tuning excitement.

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As a refresher, the Mazda 3 Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo motor offers a 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque sent to all four wheels through a six-speed automatic. This motor is going into several models throughout the lineup.

At a starting price point of $29,900 there is some definite value here.

We will see what BMS gets out of it.

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