The ride seems very well balanced between comfort and control, on both the smaller and larger wheels, while handling is agile and beautifully balanced enough to be at the pointy end of the class. That’s particularly the case with the all-wheel drive model on grippier tyres, if your preference is sports over soothing cruising.
Indeed for its frugal and willing engines, smart automatic transmission and sweet driving manners, the Mazda CX-3 should muscle its way towards the top of the class. We wish the Japanese newcomer had more packaging smarts, but as the brand no doubt believes, if it looks this good, it is going to sell – and what would you rather be seen in: a CX-3 or Mazda 3?
Best looking small crossover out there. Mazda really are on a roll just now. Black does look good but I agree not so much in that bottom pic, think it must be a lower spec one with smaller wheels.
