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Mazda 3 2.3 MPS

General information

ModelMazda 3 2.3 MPS
Year2009
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2261 ccm (137.97 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving9.7 litres/100 km (24.25 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2261 ccm (137.97 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power260.00 PS (191 kW or 256 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque380.00 Nm (38.7 kgf-m or 280.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke87.6 x 94.0 mm (3.4 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1751 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2886 litres (762 gallons)
Cargo space290 litres (77 gallons)
Optional cargo space1229 litres (325 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted. Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1485 kg (3,273.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1910 kg (4,210.8 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Aprox price as new EUR24930
CO2 emissions119.0 g/km
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