aFe 450-752001-G CONTROL Front Strut Brace for 2019-2022 Mazda 3 Sedan/Hatchback

Vehicle Fitment

• 2019-2022 Mazda 3 - Sedan and Hatchback - L4-2.0L (Skyactiv-G) - FWD
• 2019-2022 Mazda 3 - Sedan and Hatchback - L4-2.5L (Skyactiv-G) - FWD and AWD (i-Activ)
• 2021-2022 Mazda 3 - Sedan and Hatchback - L4-2.5L (t) (Skyactiv-G Turbo) - AWD

Fitment Notes

• Fits all fourth-generation Mazda 3 (BP chassis) body styles - both the sedan and the hatchback - across the 2019-2022 model year range and across all available engine and drivetrain configurations, including FWD and i-Activ AWD variants.
• The 2.5 Turbo trim (L4-2.5L turbocharged) was introduced for the 2021 model year. This brace is confirmed to fit those models as well as the naturally aspirated 2.0L and 2.5L variants.
• Direct bolt-on installation using factory front strut tower mounting points - no drilling, welding, or chassis modifications are required. All required hardware is included.
• The orange removable aFe CONTROL logo plate is included and can be displayed or removed depending on preference, allowing the brace to suit different engine bay aesthetics.
• This brace is specific to the BP-platform fourth-generation Mazda 3 (2019+). It does not fit the third-generation BN/BM Mazda 3 (2014-2018) or the second-generation BL (2010-2013).

Features

• Dual-Tube Truss Design: The one-piece dual-tube truss configuration spans the front strut towers with two parallel steel tubes joined into a rigid geometric structure. This design resists bending, twisting, and torsional deflection more effectively than single flat bar or hinged two-piece braces - which can flex at a center joint or along the bar under lateral chassis loading.
• Reduces Front Chassis Flex: By rigidly linking the two front strut towers, the brace limits lateral movement between them under cornering loads. On the MacPherson strut-equipped BP Mazda 3, front strut tower deflection under hard cornering can cause momentary changes in camber and alignment geometry - the brace absorbs and redistributes these forces through both towers simultaneously to minimize this effect.
• Improved Turn-In Response and Front-End Stability: With strut tower movement constrained, the front suspension maintains its designed geometry through corner entry - delivering sharper initial turn-in response and more consistent front-end behavior at the handling limit, complementing the BP Mazda 3's already sporty chassis character.
• 100% Tubular Steel Bars: Solid tubular steel bar construction provides excellent strength-to-weight ratio and long-term fatigue resistance under repeated chassis loading cycles - more durable and structurally consistent than hollow extruded aluminum alternatives at this application.
• High-Strength Steel Brackets: Strut tower end brackets are fabricated from high-strength steel for secure mounting and resistance to deformation under sustained lateral cornering loads.
• Solid One-Piece Construction: No mid-span joints, hinges, or adjustment points - a single rigid unit with no potential flex points that would reduce the chassis stiffening benefit of the brace.
• Gunmetal Gray Powder Coat Finish: The brace is finished in a durable gunmetal gray powder coat - heat and corrosion resistant, and visually complementary to the Mazda 3's engine bay across all exterior color options.
• Removable aFe CONTROL Logo Plate: An orange aFe CONTROL logo plate is included and attaches to the brace for a branded look - can be removed for a cleaner, minimalist appearance.
• Simple Direct-Fit Installation: Mounts to existing factory strut tower bolt positions with no vehicle modifications required. Installs with standard hand tools.
• Made in USA: Engineered and manufactured at aFe CONTROL's Corona, California facility.
• Does Not Require a CARB EO#: No emissions impact - 50-state legal.

Specifications

• Product Type: Front Suspension Strut Tower Brace
• Bar Design: Dual-Tube Truss, Solid One-Piece Construction
• Bar Material: 100% Tubular Steel
• Bracket Material: High-Strength Steel
• Finish: Gunmetal Gray Powder Coat
• Logo Plate: Orange aFe CONTROL Logo Plate (Removable)
• Mounting: Direct-fit - uses factory front strut tower attachment points, no modifications required
• Manufactured: Corona, California, USA
• Emissions: Does not require a CARB EO#
• Warranty: 2-Year aFe POWER Limited Warranty

Included Components

• 1x aFe CONTROL Dual-Tube Truss Front Strut Brace - Gunmetal Gray (PN: 450-752001-G)
• 1x Removable Orange aFe CONTROL Logo Plate
• All required installation hardware

Product Description

The aFe CONTROL 450-752001-G is a front suspension strut tower brace purpose-built for the 2019-2022 Mazda 3 in both sedan and hatchback body styles, covering all BP-platform variants including FWD and AWD configurations across the 2.0L, 2.5L, and 2.5L turbocharged engine options. The brace connects the two front strut towers with a one-piece dual-tube truss structure, reducing lateral deflection between the towers under cornering loads. On the MacPherson strut-equipped BP Mazda 3 - a chassis already well-regarded for its front-end responsiveness and G-Vectoring Control - front strut tower movement under sustained lateral loading can cause small deviations from designed front suspension geometry. The strut brace absorbs and distributes these loads into both towers simultaneously, preserving geometry through corner entry and improving the consistency of turn-in response and front-end behavior at the limit.

The dual-tube truss geometry is a significant structural advantage over single-bar or hinged two-piece braces. A single flat bar is susceptible to bending along its length; a hinged brace introduces a potential flex point at its center joint. The one-piece dual-tube truss of this brace resists all three failure modes - bending, twisting, and torsion - without any mid-span compromise in rigidity. Both bars and end brackets are fabricated from steel for long-term fatigue resistance under repeated cornering cycles. The entire assembly is powder-coated in gunmetal gray, with an included orange removable logo plate that can be attached for a branded appearance or removed entirely for a cleaner engine bay look.

Installation is direct bolt-on to the factory front strut tower mounting positions - no drilling, modifications, or specialized tools required. This brace is specific to the fourth-generation BP Mazda 3 (2019+) and does not fit the third-generation BN/BM (2014-2018) or earlier chassis. Manufactured in Corona, California, backed by a 2-year aFe POWER warranty, and requiring no CARB EO# of any kind.