MAZDA has been pushing the envelope for what’s considered to be acceptable among mainstream brands for about two years now.

In the process, it has arguably overtaken Volkswagen in the pursuit of premium for the people. Big call, we know.

Not convinced? Direct your attention to its latest effort, the fourth-generation Mazda3 small car, which should silence any doubters.

Yes, this is the model that will embarrass the Germans and make you think twice about what to spend your hard-earned on. Read on to find out why.