2016 Mazda CX-3 Photo Gallery

Similar face to other current Mazdas. Does the large grille over-promise?

Sporty curves. But an overly long nose and wide black wheel lip moldings disrupt the proportions.

Better proportions than the Mazda despite a higher roof and roomier interior. Less clunky moldings.

The JUKE's styling exemplifies like it or hate it. Lights atop fenders visible from driver seat.

The CX-3's unusual proportions are most evident, and least appealing, when viewed from the side.

The CX-3 looks most like a compacted Infiniti FX from the rear quarter. Fashionable hidden pillar.

Far more practical than the Mazda, yet still plenty curvy.

Quirky JUKE has more upright proportions than the other two.

The CX-3's interior is even sportier than its exterior. Artful use of red elements.

Also some padded and stitched surfaces, but not as visually exciting as the Mazda's interior.

JUKE interior is more campy, with a center console inspired by a motorcycle fuel tank.

Can you spot the fourth air vent? The round ones have red trim rings.

The controls are well-designed. The instruments are not. Nearly useless tach.

Though the lumbar bulge doesn't adjust, I found the driver seat supportive and comfortable.

An unusually tight rear seat for a vehicle with rear doors.

Cargo area is also smaller than most. Opening doesn't extend even as far down as raised rear floor.

Unlike the HR-V's, the CX-3's rear seat doesn't fold low or nearly level.

Intake manifold extends beyond cover.

Neatly assembled engine delivers good power and better efficiency.

Mazda says the 2.5 won't fit. But plenty of room around the 2.0.