The fourth generation of Mazda 3 was introduced in 2018 and it followed the Kodo design language, showcased by the RX-Vision concept in the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.

Mazda refreshed the third generation of the 3 / Axela lineup for the 2016 model year, and it produced it in both shapes, as a sedan or a hatchback.

Mazda unveiled the third generation of the 3 in 2013, and it was an entirely new car, developed after the carmaker divorced from Ford.

MAZDA 3 / Axela Sedan

Mazda dropped the 323 range and replaced it with the Axela/3 in 2003 for the Japanese market followed by an international presence in 2004.