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Mazda 323

General information

ModelMazda 323
Year1999
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1324 ccm (80.79 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.67 miles per gallon)
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1324 ccm (80.79 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.7 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque109.00 Nm (11.1 kgf-m or 80.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.4:1
Bore x stroke71.0 x 83.6 mm (2.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0663 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4410 litres (1,165 gallons)
Optional cargo space1712 litres (452 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1147 kg (2,528.7 pounds)
Max weight with load2010 kg (4,431.3 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4210 mm (165.7 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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