Mazda's less sensible 3MPS
Mazda’s ballistic but oddly anonymous hot hatch – the 3 MPS – has received a makeover. Responding perhaps to criticism about the cars lack of sporting focus, a Sports Aero Kit is now available as a £500 option.
The kit comprises a larger rear spoiler and smaller, more aerodynamic mirrors. Of most interest, it also includes retuned suspension, with a 15mm ride height drop and new Eibach springs. The blistering, 256bhp, direct injection turbo 'four' remains unchanged.
The kit has been specially developed for the UK market and Mazda UK expects at least 70 per cent of the cars to be ordered as such, with a sticker price of £19,495.