Summer Road Trip Thrills: The 2024 Mazda3 Sport GT Turbo
March 24 2024,
When you think of a summer fun machine from Mazda, the iconic MX-5 roadster likely comes to mind first. However, families looking for a more practical performance vehicle that still delivers driving thrills need to check out the 2024 Mazda3 Sport GT Turbo. This turbocharged compact packs a serious punch while offering the versatility, safety, and technology to keep the whole crew comfortable and entertained.
Under the hood, the Mazda3 Sport GT Turbo is motivated by a potent Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine pumping out 250 horsepower and a stout 320 lb-ft of torque when fueled up with premium gas. Even running on regular 87 octane, you still get an impressive 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of twist. That turbo power is put to the pavement through a slick 6-speed automatic transmission and Mazda's i-Activ all-wheel drive system.
The sporty performance doesn't come at the expense of style either. The GT Turbo models get gloss black 18" alloys, heated mirrors in a matching black finish, larger exhaust tips, and distinctive turbo badging. The driver-focused interior boasts a 10.25" infotainment screen, multi-function controller, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and a premium Bose sound system with 12 speakers.
More importantly for families, the Mazda3 Sport packs serious safety cred as an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ with comprehensive i-Activsense driver aids. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and enhanced automatic emergency braking provide extra peace of mind. There are even new rear-side airbags for 2024.
Of course, no summer road trip machine would be complete without the ability to easily keep connected. Mazda's Connected Services allow remote interaction with the car through a smartphone app for two years. You can remotely start, lock/unlock, and even send navigation destinations to the on-board nav system.
When it's time to leave the highway for those enticing backroads, the Mazda3 truly shines. The i-Activ AWD proactively adjusts power delivery using 27 sensors, which monitor conditions 200 times per second. Working with G-Vectoring Control Plus chassis tech, it delivers sublime traction, handling agility, and that signature Mazda "Zoom-Zoom" driving experience.
So don't settle for a boring family hauler this summer. With the turbocharged performance of the Mazda3 Sport GT, you can blend pure driving thrills with all the space, technology, and peace of mind your crew demands. Stop by our dealer to experience this affordable performance compact for yourself!
