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Top 10 All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles to Tackle Winter

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Daniel Rufiange
AWD has become a virtual must-have feature for many Canadian buyers

9 — Mazda3

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The Mazda3 is another model that received all-wheel drive for the first time, but arrived too late for us to try it in wintertime. It will certainly make its usefulness felt this winter in Canada, where the model holds a special place in many consumers’ hearts.

Those who don’t need or want an SUV and can with the space constrained imposed by a compact hatchback, the Mazda3 Sport with available AWD is a really compelling option. The product is well-known and highly appreciated for its sportiness and the well-balanced driving experience it offers. Now it will be a useful transporter on snow.

From our review:

“… I always salute those who dare to be different, especially in the automotive domain, and that’s exactly what the (Mazda3) Sport model is. That daring applies not just to the contours, but to the platform, which is brand new, and to the introduction of an all-wheel-drive system that will undoubtedly attract a brand-new clientele.”

Our review of the 2019 Mazda3 Sport

Specifications of the 2019 Mazda3

 

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Daniel Rufiange
Daniel Rufiange
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 75 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 250 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists