Mazda 3 TAKUMI 1.6 i (116 Hp)


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)

TAKUMI Overview:

Mazda 3 (TAKUMI). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1259 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.2 s). The top speed reaches 185 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 9.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.2 L/100 km.
  • • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (340 L) suitable for daily needs.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Sedan: June, 2024 - ).

General:
Brand:Mazda
Model:3
Generation:TAKUMI
Modification (Engine):1.6 i (116 Hp)
Start of production:September, 2011
End of production:September, 2013
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:116 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:72.6 Hp/l [200mm less]
Torque:145 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine displacement:1598
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.4 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.2 sec
Maximum speed:185 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.9 kg/Hp, 92.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.7 kg/Nm, 115.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1259
Max. weight:1770
Max load:511
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1360 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:340 l
Fuel tank capacity:55 l
Size:
Length:4460 mm mm [200mm less]
Width:1755 mm mm [40mm less]
Height:1470 mm mm [30mm more]
Wheelbase:2640 mm mm [85mm less]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion

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