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Mazda 3

General information

ModelMazda 3
Year2004
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel city driving9.3 litres/100 km (25.29 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving7.2 litres/100 km (32.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power105.00 PS (77 kW or 104 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0921 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4350 litres (1,149 gallons)
Cargo space413 litres (109 gallons)
Optional cargo space1712 litres (452 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1140 kg (2,513.3 pounds)
Max weight with load2270 kg (5,004.5 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Service interval20,000 km
CO2 emissions172.0 g/km
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