2023 NEW YORK AUTO SHOW | MAZDA3 ROAD TRIP REVIEW

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This video chronicles a 200-mile road trip in a long-term 2022 Mazda3 Carbon Edition, culminating in a visit to the 2023 New York International Auto Show. The reviewer found the Mazda3 to be a surprisingly capable road trip car, highlighting its quiet cabin, comfortable seats, and ample passing power, especially at highway speeds. The real-world fuel economy was impressive, averaging 39.5 MPG over 421 miles, closely matching the optimistic trip computer reading of 39.8 MPG. While acknowledging some road imperfections, the overall sentiment towards the Mazda3's highway comfort and performance was positive. The auto show coverage focused on key reveals like the Kia EV9, Hyundai Kona, and Ram Electric Truck, with particular praise for the Kia EV9's design and the Ram's potential 500-mile range. Other vehicles discussed included the redesigned Ford Mustang (lauded for its interior), the Honda Accord (seen as a competent but unexciting car), the Hyundai Ioniq 6 (praised for its interior but criticized for its exterior styling), and the Lotus Emira (hailed as a stunning work of art).