Mazda 3 I Hatchback (BK) 1.6i (105 Hp) Automatic
Mazda 3:
The Mazda3 is a compact car manufactured by Mazda since 2003 over four generations. The body styles have been a 5-door hatchback and 4-door sedan across all generations. It was sold as the Mazda Axela in China and Japan until 2019.
The first generation was produced in Japan from June 2003 until November 2008 and replaced the Familia as Mazda's C-segment model. It was sold in North America for the 2004-2009 model years. It was also produced in Colombia from 2004 until 2014, in Iran from 2006 until 2010, and in China from 2007 until 2013....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Hatchback (BK) Overview:
Mazda 3 (I Hatchback (BK)). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1210 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.2 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (300 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | 3 |
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| Generation: | I Hatchback (BK) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i (105 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2003 |
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| End of production: | 2006 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | Z601, Z627 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
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| Coolant: | 6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 119.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1210 |
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| Max. weight: | 1720 |
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| Max load: | 510 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 635 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 550 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4420 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1755 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1465 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2640 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1530 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1515 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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