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The first photos of the Mazda Kai concept were released just ahead of its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show. Designed to preview the next-generation Mazda3, the Kai concept is a stylish five-door hatchback which features a dynamic kodo design. Still, as so many concepts have proven time and time again, the production car will undoubtedly be less aggressively styled and stanced - no need to explain. On the study, the front of the car is dominated by massive grille that is flanked by recessed headlights and a prominent splitter. Moving further back, we can see flowing bodywork and muscular fenders. The unique styling continues up top as designers created a distinctive roof which has two large glass panels above the passenger seats. Other notable styling features include flush door handles, a dual exhaust system, and a small tailgate-mounted spoiler. While the exterior has a lot of eye-catching details, the interior is an act in simplicity. Drivers sit behind a three-sp...

Mazda has just revamped the  3 compact hatch/sedan  in its home market, where it is sold under the Axela name.  Previewed by a  leaked image  a couple of months ago, the compact model has a lightly revised front fascia, with a fresh grille, repositioned badge and new headlights. At the other end, changes are even more subtle and can be noticed at the reshaped bumper, which has been tweaked around the reflectors.  Inside, the 2017  Axela/Mazda3  has gained a different steering wheel and tweaked metal trim on the doors and dashboard, while better equipped models benefit from electronic parking brake. The head-up display has been also upgraded, as the info is shown in two levels, and versions equipped with seat memory function can save the position and angle of the HUD.  Higher-spec  trim levels  will get adaptive LED headlights with glare-free high beams and wide-range low beams that operate at speeds of 40 km/h (25 mph) or higher ...