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Mazda 3 1.6 Active

General information

ModelMazda 3 1.6 Active
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating70.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke78.0 x 83.6 mm (3.1 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed183.0 km/h (113.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.3 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2662 litres (703 gallons)
Cargo space419 litres (111 gallons)
Optional cargo space419 litres (111 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight1180 kg (2,601.5 pounds)
Max weight with load1261 kg (2,780.0 pounds)
Towing weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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