Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Coupe
Production years: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
Mazda launched a strange war on the market with cars that shared similar platforms but used completely different bodyworks, and all of them were in the same compact-segment.
The 323F was a particular version of a 5-door hatchback, which might be called a four-door coupe as well. It featured frameless windows and a sloped end. It was more aerodynamic than the regular hatchback, which was still available on the market, together with a coupe and a sedan.
With its small headlights at the front, which were smaller than some other car's fog-lights, the 323 F was a one-of-a-kind vehicle. Its roofline was low, and its sporty appearance made it a tough competitor on the market. At the back, a roof spoiler and a small trunk-wing enhanced the car's dynamic look, together with an extended red-strip that connected the taillights.
Inside, the carmaker installed a taller center stack between the front bucket seats, with a center stack that sported the audio system and the HVAC controls. Depending on the trim-level, the Japanese carmaker fitted an air-conditioning system for the car.
Under the hood, Mazda installed a choice of three gasoline engines, ranged between 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter. The latter was available as a V6 unit and was well-known for its smoothness. Apart from the least powerful version, all other engines could have been paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission as an alternative for the standard 5-speed manual.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT FWD (88 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1489 cm3 |
Power: | 65 KW @ 5500 RPM 88 HP @ 5500 RPM 87 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 97 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 132 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70 R13T |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.1 in (4244 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.6 in (2606 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.2 cuFT (345 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2458.1 lbs (1115 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 171 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L 4AT FWD (114 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1840 cm3 |
Power: | 83.8 KW @ 6000 RPM 114 HP @ 6000 RPM 112 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 116 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 157 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107 mph (172 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.1 in (4244 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.6 in (2606 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.2 cuFT (345 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2524 lbs (1145 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3792 lbs (1720 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L 5MT FWD (114 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1840 cm3 |
Power: | 83.8 KW @ 6000 RPM 114 HP @ 6000 RPM 112 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 116 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 157 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.1 in (4244 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.6 in (2606 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.2 cuFT (345 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2458 lbs (1115 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3715 lbs (1685 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L V6 4AT FWD (144 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 1995 cm3 |
Power: | 106 KW @ 6000 RPM 144 HP @ 6000 RPM 142 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 180 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 125 mph (201 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.1 in (4244 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.6 in (2606 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.2 cuFT (345 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2734 lbs (1240 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3902 lbs (1770 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19.1 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L V6 5MT FWD (144 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 1995 cm3 |
Power: | 106 KW @ 6000 RPM 144 HP @ 6000 RPM 142 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 133 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 180 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 129 mph (208 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/60 R15V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.1 in (4244 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 53.3 in (1354 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 102.6 in (2606 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.2 cuFT (345 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2668 lbs (1210 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3836 lbs (1740 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 212 g/km |