Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2016, 2017, 2018
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The 2016 Mazda 3 is one of the most important contenders in the compact hatchback market. It has a lot of things to offer and a few things to ask. Its name in the JDM market and China is Axela, but basically, it is the same car. It has a nice, fluid, look, called Kodo design in the Mazda's family. Now, the Mazda 3 has separated itself from the Ford's C platforms and came with its platform that features a McPherson strut up front and a semi-independent system in the rear. But even if they tried their best to make that rear suspension behave good, it is still not an independent suspension.
Inside the cabin, there is room for five adult people and the whole atmosphere is kind of relaxing. The infotainment unit is planted on the dashboard like it was installed after the car left the assembly line. It is not that big or small and has decent controls via a rotating knob.
Under the hood, Mazda installed a range of four gasoline engines and two turbodiesels. Depending on the market and engine displacement, the 3 can be equipped with a 6-speed manual, a 4-speed automatic or a 6-speed automatic. The latter is offered as standard on the 2.5-liter engine. And that is the version to aim. Or, if you live in Europe, the 1.5-liter turbodiesel is a very decent version. Just don't forget that underneath the car is not an all-wheel independent suspension.
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback 2016, 2017, 2018
4 gasoline engines
- 1.5L SKYACTIV-G 6MT (100 HP)
- 2.0 SKYACTIV-G 6AT (165 HP)
- 2.0L SKYACTIV-G 6AT (120 HP)
- 2.0L SKYACTIV-G 6MT (120 HP)
3 diesel engines
- 1.5L SKYACTIV-D 6AT (105 HP)
- 1.5L SKYACTIV-D 6MT (105 HP)
- 2.2L SKYACTIV-D 6MT (150 HP)
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
1.5L SKYACTIV-G 6MT (100 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L SKYACTIV-G 6MT (100 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
| Power: | 73.5 KW @ 6000 RPM 100 HP @ 6000 RPM 99 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 111 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 150 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 113 mph (182 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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| Length: | 176 in (4470 mm) |
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
| Turning circle (curb to curb): | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2612 - 2802 lbs (1185 - 1271 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 3968 lbs (1800 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 119 g/km |
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
2.0 SKYACTIV-G 6AT (165 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 SKYACTIV-G 6AT (165 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
| Power: | 121.4 KW @ 6000 RPM 165 HP @ 6000 RPM 163 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 155 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 210 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 176 in (4470 mm) |
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
| Turning circle (curb to curb): | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2712 - 2901 lbs (1230 - 1316 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4001 lbs (1815 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 135 g/km |
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
2.0L SKYACTIV-G 6AT (120 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L SKYACTIV-G 6AT (120 HP) | |
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| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
| Power: | 88.3 KW @ 6000 RPM 120 HP @ 6000 RPM 118 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 155 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 210 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 176 in (4470 mm) |
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
| Turning circle (curb to curb): | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2745 - 2937 lbs (1245 - 1332 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4045 lbs (1835 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 49 mpg US (4.8 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 129 g/km |
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
2.0L SKYACTIV-G 6MT (120 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L SKYACTIV-G 6MT (120 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
| Power: | 88.3 KW @ 6000 RPM 120 HP @ 6000 RPM 118 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 155 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 210 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
| Turning circle (curb to curb): | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2657 - 2846 lbs (1205 - 1291 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4001 lbs (1815 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 119 g/km |
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
1.5L SKYACTIV-D 6AT (105 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L SKYACTIV-D 6AT (105 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
| Power: | 77.2 KW @ 4000 RPM 105 HP @ 4000 RPM 104 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ 1600-4000 RPM 270 Nm @ 1600-4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 176 in (4470 mm) |
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2833 - 3016 lbs (1285 - 1368 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4189 lbs (1900 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 57.4 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 114 g/km |
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
1.5L SKYACTIV-D 6MT (105 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L SKYACTIV-D 6MT (105 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1498 cm3 |
| Power: | 77.2 KW @ 4000 RPM 105 HP @ 4000 RPM 104 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ 1600-4000 RPM 270 Nm @ 1600-4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 176 in (4470 mm) |
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
| Turning circle (curb to curb): | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2778 - 2961 lbs (1260 - 1343 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4123 lbs (1870 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 67.2 mpg US (3.5 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 61.9 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 99 g/km |
MAZDA 3 / Axela Hatchback
2.2L SKYACTIV-D 6MT (150 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L SKYACTIV-D 6MT (150 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 2191 cm3 |
| Power: | 110.3 KW @ 4500 RPM 150 HP @ 4500 RPM 148 BHP @ 4500 RPM |
| Torque: | 280 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 380 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
| Fuel capacity: | 13.5 gallons (51.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 205/60 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 176 in (4470 mm) |
| Width: | 70.7 in (1796 mm) |
| Height: | 57.1 in (1450 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61.2/61.4 in (1,554/1,560 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 14 cuFT (396 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.26 |
| Turning circle (curb to curb): | 34.8 ft (10.6 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight: | 2910 - 3100 lbs (1320 - 1406 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit: | 4211 lbs (1910 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
|---|---|
| City: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
| Highway: | 65.3 mpg US (3.6 L/100Km) |
| Combined: | 57.4 mpg US (4.1 L/100Km) |
| CO2 Emissions: | 107 g/km |