I kinda like it. Also some other Mazda pix in there too. I must be getting old because i like that it gets 40mpg.

http://www.motoiq.com/MagazineArticles/ID/3160/PageID/6601/The-All-New-2014-Mazda-3-West-Coast-Unveiling-at-the-W-Hollywood.aspx

I'm still having trouble warming up to it. The interior looks nice, but I still am not a fan of the exterior.

It's already winning comparos.

http://www.caranddriver.com/comparisons/2014-mazda-3-vs-2014-ford-focus-comparison-test-review

imho that styling looks better on the 6. the 3 isn't big enough for such large grill.

Yea I think the 3 hatch is hideous. But the critics like it.

I'd be okay with a 2014 Mazda3 nose.
And a Gen2 hatchback side profile
And a Gen1 hatchback rear end.

Saw my first one on the road today. I still prefer the 1st gen. This iteration at least has the appearance of lower cargo utility, although that's without looking at specs.

tsx_guy wrote:imho that styling looks better on the 6. the 3 isn't big enough for such large grill.

+1

I think it's a slight improvement over the "smiley face" design, but the front end seems a bit long in the face for a "hot hatch" inspired car. The proportions look a bit awkward. The front end definitely looks a lot better on the [longer] 6.

Overall though, it seems like a decent value. Too bad no manual for the 2.5L motor.

saw my 2nd 3 in person, and I do like it as it's own design, but don't think it's a '3' anymore. when i saw it the last time, i thought it was an infinity ex35 from afar.