Restyled 2014 Mazda 3 preens in Frankfurt

The new Mazda 3 made its first auto show appearance on Tuesday in Frankfurt. It's the first time we've seen the hot hatch since its five-city launch in June that coincided with the 10-year anniversary of the first 3. It's the third member of the family to use the Kodo design style, which means “soul of motion.”

Here in the States, the 3 will offer two gasoline engines, both with direct injection. The 2.0-liter will make 155 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque while the upgraded 2.5-liter makes 184 hp and 185 lb-ft of torque. Transmissions include the six-speed manual or the Skyactiv automatic. We drove the Mazda 3 shortly after its debut during the summer.

The 2014 Mazda 3 will start at $16,945 for the sedan with the smaller engine, the more powerful “s” models start at $24,595. Base prices are only up $245 since last year.

Fuel economy ratings are all suitably high for the small hatch and sedan. Combined estimates are near 33 mpg.

The 2014 Mazda 3 is on sale now, check out our drive review here.

The 2013 Frankfurt motor show will be held Sept. 10-22 in Germany. Premium automakers appear ready to try to outdo each other with eye-catching electric supercars. Green technology and fuel efficiency will take center stage on the stands of most automakers at the show. For news, reveals and photos straight from the floor in Frankfurt, check out our special Frankfurt motor show section here.

By Jake Lingeman