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Mazda 3 1.6 Sport Original

General information

ModelMazda 3 1.6 Sport Original
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 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

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 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
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed173.0 km/h (107.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.4 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space300 litres (79 gallons)
Optional cargo space635 litres (168 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight1192 kg (2,627.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Towing weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 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 emissions154.0 g/km
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