Nov 5, 2025
A parked 2026 Mazda3 Sedan on an incline

If you’re shopping for an outstanding vehicle that will help you look forward to driving, you might have narrowed your options to the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan or the 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback. Both models offer outstanding performance and premium design touches, but there are a few key differences. Visit Middletown Mazda to check out both options and find out which is right for you.

2026 MAZDA3 Sedan Features

The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan is driven by a standard Skyactiv®-G 2.5-liter engine with up to 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque, though you can upgrade to a trim with the Skyactiv®-G turbocharged 2.5-liter engine that delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. A Skyactiv®-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode and Sport mode. Front-wheel drive comes standard, and i-Activ AWD® is available on some models.

Inside the five-seat sedan, you’ll find 13.2 cubic feet of cargo space, up to 92.8 cubic feet of passenger volume, and sophisticated amenities like available leatherette-trimmed seats, a power sliding glass moonroof, and a 12-speaker Bose® sound system.

How the 2026 MAZDA3 Hatchback Model Differs

The 2026 Mazda3 Hatchback boasts similar performance features to the sedan, but also offers a Skyactiv®-MT six-speed manual transmission as an available option. You’ll find additional differences in the cabin size: although there’s a touch less passenger volume (91.2 cubic feet), the hatchback model gives you 20.1 cubic feet of cargo room behind the second row seats.

Test-Drive the 2026 MAZDA3 in Middletown, NY

Both the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan and Hatchback are designed and engineered to upgrade your driving experience. Visit our Mazda dealership in Middletown, NY, to test-drive both options. We’ll help you find your perfect match and bring it home with a Mazda loan or lease!