The 323 launched in 1989 was available in three bodies, but only the 3-door had a sporty version. The first one was the GTX Turbo 4×4 (163 hp), replaced by the GT-R (185 hp) in 1992. In Japan, this model reached up to 210 hp. The series GT-Ae, reproduced here, was limited to 300 units. Mazda had simplified the features of this easily recognisable variant, to save up to 30 kg.