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Mazda 323 C IV (BG) 1.7 D (56 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)
C IV (BG) Overview:
Mazda 323 (C IV (BG)). The top speed reaches 150 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:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (56 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5 L/100 km.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Station Wagon (BF): 1987 - 1989).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Mazda |
| Model: | 323 |
| Generation: | C IV (BG) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 D (56 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1989 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 56 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | PN54 More details about the engine PN54 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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