Mazda 323 S VI (BJ) 1.5 i 16V (88 Hp)
Mazda 323:
The Mazda Familia , also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.
It was marketed as the Familia in Japan, which means "family" in Latin. For export, earlier models were sold with nameplates including: "800", "1000", "1200", and "1300". In North America, the 1200 was replaced by the Mazda GLC, with newer models becoming "323" and "Protegé". In Europe, all Familias sold after 1977 were called "323"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
S VI (BJ) Overview:
Mazda 323 (S VI (BJ)). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1065 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.9 s). The top speed reaches 177 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (114 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 10.8 sec).
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (355 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(P V (BA): 1997 - 2000).
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| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | 323 |
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| Generation: | S VI (BJ) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i 16V (88 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1998 |
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| End of production: | 2003 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 88 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 58.7 Hp/l [280mm more] |
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| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ZL05, ZL06 More details about the engine ZL05, ZL06 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
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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: | 2.9 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: | 78.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 123.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1065 |
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| Max. weight: | 1590 |
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| Max load: | 525 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 416 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4315 mm mm [280mm more] |
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| Width: | 1705 mm mm [10mm more] |
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| Height: | 1410 mm mm [5mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2610 mm mm [105mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1470 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
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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 | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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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 | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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