Hatchback, sedan, or hybrid: Which Mazda3 is best for you?

Hatchback, sedan, or hybrid: Which Mazda3 is best for you?

Compact hatchbacks and sedans continue to be immensely popular as they're maneuverable and fun.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What powers the Mazda3?

    All Mazda3 variants are powered by a Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter engine. The hybrid variants are also equipped with a 24V lithium-ion battery.
  • How much is the Mazda3?

    Prices range from P1.495 million to P1.695 million.
  • Mazda fans who are on the hunt for a new compact car should definitely check out the Mazda3, which comes in hatchback and sedan variants.

    All Mazda3 variants are powered by a Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter engine that churns out a maximum power of 164ps at 6,000rpm and a maximum torque of 213Nm at 4,000rpm. The hybrid variants are also equipped with a 24V lithium-ion battery.

    The Mazda3 is packed with premium interior features to provide utmost comfort to all passengers. Among these features are the leather seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, the 8.8-inch Mazda Connect LCD monitor, and the 12-speaker Bose sound system. It also makes driving convenient as it comes with smart keyless entry system, push start/stop button, and Active Driving Display on the front windshield.

    To ensure the safety of every occupant, the Mazda3 comes with seven airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS), dynamic stability control, front and rear parking sensors, Isofix, and pedal misuse alert.

    The Mazda3 hybrid variants also come standard with I-Activsense, which includes Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear-Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, and Smart Brake Support.

    Check out Mazda3’s spec chart below to see which variant suits your preference.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    Mazda3 2.0L Fastback Sport

    Mazda3 2.0L Sedan Sport

    Mazda3 2.0L Fastback M Hybrid

    Mazda3 2.0L Sedan M Hybrid

    Vehicle Type

    Hatchback

    Sedan

    Hatchback

    Sedan

    Overall Length (mm)

    4,460

    4,660

    4,460

    4,660

    Overall Width (mm)

    1,795

    1,795

    1,795

    1,795

    Overall Height (mm)

    1,440

    1,445

    1,440

    1,445

    Tread (mm)

    Front: 1,570

    Rear: 1,580

    Front: 1,570

    Rear: 1,580

    Front: 1,570

    Rear: 1,580

    Front: 1,570

    Rear: 1,580

    Wheelbase (mm)

    2,725

    2,725

    2,725

    2,725

    Minimum Turning Radius (m)

    5.3

    5.3

    5.3

    5.3

    Minimum Curb Weight (kg)

    1,346

    1,354

    1,366

    1,373

    Engine

    Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter In-line Four-Cylinder DOHC, 16 Valves

    Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter In-line Four-Cylinder DOHC, 16 Valves

    Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter In-line Four-Cylinder DOHC, 16 Valves

    Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter In-line Four-Cylinder DOHC, 16 Valves

    Displacement (cc)

    1,998

    1,998

    1,998

    1,998

    Transmission

    Skyactiv-Drive Six-Speed Automatic with Sport Mode 

    Skyactiv-Drive Six-Speed Automatic with Sport Mode  

    Skyactiv-Drive Six-Speed Automatic with Sport Mode  

    Skyactiv-Drive Six-Speed Automatic with Sport Mode  

    G-Vectoring Control Plus

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Compression Ratio

    13:1

    13:1

    13:1

    13:1

    Fuel System

    Direct Injection

    Direct Injection

    Direct Injection

    Direct Injection

    Recommended Fuel

    91 RON Gasoline

    91 RON Gasoline

    91 RON Gasoline 

    91 RON Gasoline 

    Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm)

    155/6,000

    155/6,000

    155/6,000

    164/6,000

    Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)

    200/4,000

    200/4,000

    200/4,000

    213/4,000

    Fuel Tank Capacity (L)

    51

    51

    51

    51

    Steering Type

    Rack and Pinion

    Rack and Pinion

    Rack and Pinion

    Rack and Pinion

    Power Steering Type

    Electric Power-Assisted Steering

    Electric Power-Assisted Steering

    Electric Power-Assisted Steering

    Electric Power-Assisted Steering

    Steering Wheel Material

    Leather Wrapped

    Leather Wrapped

    Leather Wrapped

    Leather Wrapped

    Steering Wheel Control Switch

    Audio, Bluetooth, and Cruise Control

    Audio, Bluetooth, and Cruise Control

    Audio, Bluetooth, and Radar Cruise Control

    Audio, Bluetooth, and Radar Cruise Control

    Paddle Shifter

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Tilt and Telescopic

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Suspension

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Torsion Beam Axle

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Torsion Beam Axle

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Torsion Beam Axle

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Torsion Beam Axle

    Brake

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Solid Discs

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Solid Discs

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Solid Discs

    Front: Ventilated Discs

    Rear: Solid Discs

    Parking Brake

    Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Brake Hold

    Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Brake Hold

    Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Brake Hold

    Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Brake Hold

    Front Grille

    Mesh Design

    Mesh Design

    Mesh Design

    Mesh Design

    Wheels

    18-inch Gray Metallic Alloy Wheels

    18-inch Silver Alloy Wheels

    18-inch Gray Metallic Alloy Wheels

    18-inch Silver Alloy Wheels

    Tires

    215/45R18

    215/45R18

    215/45R18

    215/45R18

    Headlamps

    Bulb Running Lamp

    Bulb Running Lamp

    LED Adaptive Front Lighting System with High Beam Control

    LED Adaptive Front Lighting System with High Beam Control

    Electric Glass Sunroof

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Wipers

    Rain Sensing

    Rain Sensing

    Rain Sensing

    Rain Sensing

    Side Mirrors

    Power Adjust and Power Fold with Memory

    Power Adjust and Power Fold with Memory

    Power Adjust and Power Fold with Memory

    Power Adjust and Power Fold with Memory

    Exhaust Tail Pipe

    Dual

    Dual

    Dual

    Dual

    Seat Material

    Leather 

    Leather 

    Leather 

    Leather 

    Seats

    Driver: 10-Way Power Adjust with Memory

    Front Passenger: Six-Way Manual Adjust

    Rear: With Center Armrest and Cupholders

    Driver: 10-Way Power Adjust with Memory

    Front Passenger: Six-Way Manual Adjust

    Rear: With Center Armrest and Cupholders

    Driver: 10-Way Power Adjust with Memory

    Front Passenger: Six-Way Manual Adjust

    Rear: With Center Armrest and Cupholders

    Driver: 10-Way Power Adjust with Memory

    Front Passenger: Six-Way Manual Adjust

    Rear: With Center Armrest and Cupholders

    Shift Knob

    Leather Wrapped

    Leather Wrapped

    Leather Wrapped

    Leather Wrapped

    Audio System

    Mazda Connect with 8.8-inch LCD Monitor

    Mazda Connect with 8.8-inch LCD Monitor

    Mazda Connect with 8.8-inch LCD Monitor

    Mazda Connect with 8.8-inch LCD Monitor

    Connectivity

    USB and Bluetooth Hands-Free

    USB and Bluetooth Hands-Free

    USB and Bluetooth Hands-Free

    USB and Bluetooth Hands-Free

    Smartphone Mirroring

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Speakers

    12-Speaker Bose Sound System

    12-Speaker Bose Sound System

    12-Speaker Bose Sound System

    12-Speaker Bose Sound System

    Active Driving Display

    Front Windshield Projected

    Front Windshield Projected

    Front Windshield Projected

    Front Windshield Projected

    Meter Set

    Seven-inch LCD Display

    Seven-inch LCD Display

    Seven-inch LCD Display

    Seven-inch LCD Display

    Climate Control

    Front: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Rear: Rear Ventilation Louvers

    Front: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Rear: Rear Ventilation Louvers

    Front: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Rear: Rear Ventilation Louvers

    Front: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Rear: Rear Ventilation Louvers

    Power Windows

    With One Touch Up/Down

    With One Touch Up/Down

    With One Touch Up/Down

    With One Touch Up/Down

    Push Start/Stop Button

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Rearview Mirror

    Auto Dimming

    Auto Dimming

    Auto Dimming 

    Auto Dimming 

    Airbags

    Driver, Front Passenger, Side, Side Curtain, and Driver’s Knee

    Driver, Front Passenger, Side, Side Curtain, and Driver’s Knee

    Driver, Front Passenger, Side, Side Curtain, and Driver’s Knee

    Driver, Front Passenger, Side, Side Curtain, and Driver’s Knee

    Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Dynamic Stability Control

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Smart Keyless Entry System

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Parking Sensors

    Front and Rear 

    Front and Rear 

    Front and Rear 

    Front and Rear 

    Camera

    Rearview Camera

    Rearview Camera

    360-Degree View Camera

    360-Degree View Camera

    Isofix

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Seatbelt Reminder

    Driver and All Passengers

    Driver and All Passengers

    Driver and All Passengers

    Driver and All Passengers

    Pedal Misuse Alert

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Blind-Spot Monitoring

    Without

    Without

    With Rear-Cross Traffic Alert

    With Rear-Cross Traffic Alert

    Lane Departure Warning

    Without

    Without

    With Lane Keep Assist

    With Lane Keep Assist

    Smart Brake Support

    Without

    Without

    Forward and Reverse 

    Forward and Reverse 

    Front-Cross Traffic Alert

    Without

    Without

    Without

    With

    Driver Monitoring

    Without

    Without

    Driver Attention Alert

    Driver Monitoring System

    I-Stop

    With

    With

    With

    With

    Regenerative Braking

    Without

    Without

    With

    With

    Integrated Starter Generator

    Without

    Without

    With

    With

    24V Lithium-ion Battery

    Without

    Without

    With

    With

    Body Colors

    Soul Red Crystal, Machine Gray, Snowflake White Pearl, Polymetal Gray, Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, and Platinum Quartz

    Soul Red Crystal, Machine Gray, Snowflake White Pearl, Polymetal Gray, Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, and Platinum Quartz

    Soul Red Crystal, Machine Gray, Snowflake White Pearl, Polymetal Gray, Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, and Platinum Quartz

    Soul Red Crystal, Machine Gray, Snowflake White Pearl, Polymetal Gray, Deep Crystal Blue, Jet Black, and Platinum Quartz

    PRICE

    P1,495,000

    P1,495,000

    P1,695,000

    P1,695,000

     

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