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Mazda: What's coming in 2009 - - and beyond

Updated RX-8, and maybe a new 3 and 6

By Aaron Gold, About.com

2009 Mazda6i Sport left-front view

2009 Mazda 6i Sport

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MAZDA3: A revised version of Mazda's compact 3 is in the works; we expect it to debut in 2009 as a 2010 model. The new Mazda3 will be slightly larger and may get a 2.5 liter engine in place of the current top-of-the-line 2.3 liter unit.

MAZDA6: A new Mazda6 has been launched for 2009. Unlike the previous Six -- which was shared with Europe -- the new Mazda6 is unique to the North American market, and comes exclusively as a sedan. The new car is significantly larger than the old Six; engine choices are a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder and a 3.7 liter V6. New features include available keyless ignition and standard electronic stability control system.

RX-8: Mazda's rotary-engine four-door sports coupe gets updated styling and a modified suspension; a new R3 Sport Package will join the option list.

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