A Trim-by-Trim Look at the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan for Regina Commuters

The 2026 Mazda3 sedan is available in five configurations — GX, GS, GS Luxury Package, GT, and GT Turbo — and each one adds specific features that change how the vehicle handles daily driving in Saskatchewan. From the base model with heated front seats and a full i-Activsense safety suite to the GT Turbo with 250 horsepower and standard all-wheel drive, the gaps between trims are not just about price. They affect how you interact with the vehicle on your morning commute down Albert Street, on highway drives to Saskatoon, and during cold January starts at minus thirty.

This guide walks through each trim level in order, highlighting the equipment gains at each step and how those features apply to life in Regina. If you are narrowing down which Mazda3 sedan fits your routine and your Saskatchewan winter needs, this breakdown should help you make that final decision.

Mazda3 GX — The Foundation

The Mazda3 GX sedan starts with front-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission paired with the Skyactiv-G 2.5 L four-cylinder engine. The cabin comes equipped with black cloth heated front seats (three heat settings), an 8.8-inch Mazda Connect display with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, push-button start, remote keyless entry, and an electronic parking brake.

For Regina winters, the GX includes heated exterior mirrors and automatic climate control. LED automatic headlights, LED taillights, and daytime running lights come standard, along with 16-inch silver metallic alloy wheels.

The i-Activsense safety suite is strong at this level. Every GX includes Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Smart Brake Support Front, Lane-Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Mazda Connected Services is included for one year, allowing remote engine start and vehicle monitoring through the MyMazda app — a useful feature when you want to warm up the car from inside on a cold Saskatchewan morning.

• Standard heated front seats with three settings
• 8.8-inch Mazda Connect display with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Full i-Activsense safety suite including Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go
• Mazda Connected Services for one year (remote engine start via MyMazda app)

Mazda3 GS — Comfort and Connectivity Upgrades

The GS trim adds the features most commuters notice every day. The infotainment display grows to 10.25 inches with touchscreen functionality for Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, eliminating the need to plug in your phone. Wireless phone charging (Qi) is also added.

Climate comfort improves with dual-zone automatic climate control and rear vents, keeping rear-seat passengers warmer during Saskatchewan's long winter months. A heated leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob are added — a detail that makes a real difference on mornings when the cabin has not fully warmed up. Rain-sensing wipers are also standard on the GS.

On the outside, the GS steps up to 18-inch silver alloy wheels and heated body-colour mirrors. A rear centre armrest with cup holders rounds out the interior upgrades.

• 10.25-inch touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Wireless phone charging (Qi)
• Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents

Mazda3 GS Luxury Package — AWD Access and Premium Seating

The GS Luxury Package builds on the GS with upgrades focused on comfort and winter capability. The most notable addition for Saskatchewan drivers is that this is the first trim level where i-Activ all-wheel drive becomes available. AWD adds confidence on icy residential streets, snow-covered parking lots, and the Trans-Canada Highway during winter storms.

Inside, the seats upgrade to black leatherette with a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat that includes power lumbar support and two-position memory. The exterior mirrors gain reverse tilt-down (helpful for parallel parking and checking curb distance in snowbanks) and memory-linked positioning. A power glass moonroof, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and Advanced Keyless Entry are also included.

This is the trim level where the Mazda3 sedan starts to feel noticeably more refined in daily use. The power seat memory, wireless connectivity from the GS, and available AWD create a package that handles the full range of Saskatchewan driving conditions without stepping into the GT's price range.

• i-Activ all-wheel drive available for the first time in the lineup
• 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar support and two-position memory
• Black leatherette upholstery
• Power glass moonroof and Advanced Keyless Entry

Mazda3 GT — Full Safety Suite and Premium Audio

The GT trim adds the remaining driver-assistance technologies and entertainment features that are absent from the lower trims. Safety upgrades include a 360° View Monitor with front and rear parking sensors, Cruising and Traffic Support (which provides steering and speed assistance in stop-and-go traffic), Traffic Sign Recognition, and Smart Brake Support — Rear and Rear Crossing. The Active Driving Display projects key information onto the windshield, and the Adaptive Front-lighting System adjusts headlight direction based on steering input — a useful feature for visibility on winding prairie highways at night.

The GT also includes a front wiper de-icer, which prevents the wiper blades from freezing to the windshield during overnight temperature drops in Regina. A frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink rounds out the convenience additions.

Entertainment moves up to a Bose 12-speaker premium audio system with aluminum speaker grilles, plus SiriusXM satellite radio with a three-month trial. Black leather seats are standard, along with 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels and LED signature illumination headlights and taillights.

The GT sedan is available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

• 360° View Monitor with front and rear parking sensors
• Cruising and Traffic Support for stop-and-go driving
• Bose 12-speaker premium audio with SiriusXM
• Front wiper de-icer, Active Driving Display, and Adaptive Front-lighting System

Mazda3 GT Turbo — Turbocharged Power With Standard AWD

The GT Turbo is the top of the Mazda3 sedan lineup and the only trim that changes the powertrain. It replaces the naturally aspirated engine with the Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo, producing 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque on premium 93 octane fuel (227 hp and 310 lb-ft on regular 87 octane). i-Activ all-wheel drive is standard — there is no front-wheel-drive option on the Turbo.

The additional torque is immediately noticeable in daily driving. Highway merges, passing on two-lane provincial highways, and cold-start response all benefit from the turbo's low-rpm torque delivery, with maximum torque available between 2,000 and 2,500 rpm.

Visual distinctions include 18-inch alloy wheels with a black finish, Jet Black exterior mirrors, larger dual exhaust outlets, and Turbo badging. The GT Turbo carries all of the GT's safety and technology features, including the Bose audio system, 360° View Monitor, Cruising and Traffic Support, and the Active Driving Display.

For Regina drivers who want the strongest acceleration, guaranteed AWD traction in winter, and the full complement of safety and comfort features, the GT Turbo is the complete package.

• Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo: 250 hp / 320 lb-ft (premium fuel) or 227 hp / 310 lb-ft (regular fuel)
• Standard i-Activ all-wheel drive
• 18-inch black alloy wheels, Jet Black mirrors, Turbo badging
• All GT safety and technology features included

Comparing the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan Trims

Your 2026 Mazda3 Sedan Is Waiting at Regina Mazda

Each trim level of the 2026 Mazda3 sedan adds features that matter for Saskatchewan driving — from the heated seats and remote start on the GX to the turbocharged AWD powertrain on the GT Turbo. The right choice depends on how much cold-weather capability, connectivity, and performance you need in your daily routine.

Contact the sales team at Regina Mazda in Regina to schedule a test drive and find the Mazda3 sedan trim that fits your commute and your winter.