The 2008 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback is a compact and stylish 5-door wagon that combines plenty of comfort, driving excitement and luxury features with functionality, fuel efficiency and an economy car price. If your soul yearns for a sports car, but a spacious, fuel efficient and low priced vehicle is necessary to support your lifestyle and driving habits, the Mazda3 Hatchback provides an outstanding compromise with little, if any, sacrifice. With the exception of an increased number of airbags, the Mazda3 Hatchback is unchanged for the 2008 model year.

All versions of the Mazda3 Hatchback are front wheel drive and come with a peppy 156 horsepower 2.3 liter 4 cylinder engine. Acceleration is more than ample for this compact, nimble handling 5 passenger car. EPA ratings are average for its class and fall between 22 and 24 mpg in the city and 29 and 32 mpg on the highway depending upon transmission and trim level.

The Mazda3 Hatchback is available in 3 trims -the's' Sport,'s' Touring and's' Grand Touring. The s Sport comes extremely well equipped and features 16-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, keyless entry, a 60/40 split folding rear seat with center armrest, a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, air-conditioning, cruise control, a premium AM/FM/CD stereo with auxiliary audio jack, a leather wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio system controls, a height adjustable driver seat and power windows, door locks and side view mirrors. The s Touring version replaces the wheels with 17 inch alloys and adds body side sills, while the top of the line s Grand Touring also includes rain sensing wipers, heated leather seats, a trip computer, automatic climate control and automatic xenon headlights. Options include a moon roof, an in-dash CD changer, satellite radio and a navigation system.

The aesthetic appeal of the Mazda3 Hatchback's cabin is achieved with high quality materials and solid craftsmanship. The result is a distinctive, upscale look that is typically associated with much more expensive luxury sport sedans. Controls are user friendly and cleverly positioned and head and leg room are generous in both the front and the back. With the rear seat in the upright position this hatchback offers 17 cubic feet of cargo space, but with the seat folded down an impressive 31 cubic feet becomes instantly available.

Complimenting the interior of the 2008 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback is an edgy, aerodynamically designed exterior and a performance oriented chassis that provides responsive steering and outstanding traction control. Those in the market for fun to drive compact car with an abundance of creature comforts, a distinctive style, hatchback utility and an economical price need look no further than the 2008 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback for the best value and combination of interior features on the market.