Mazda 3 / Axela Sedan

2009 – 2013 Sedan Japan

Mazda built the 3 / Axela Sedan from 2009 to 2013. Buyers could choose between petrol and diesel engines, from 105 to 185 hp. Fuel use starts at only 4.4 L/100 km. Against its predecessor (2004 – 2009), peak power rose from 163 to 185 hp, and minimum weight went up by 50 kg. It was also available as a hatchback.

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Body styleSedan

Production2009 – 2013

Variants8

FuelPetrol, Diesel

Other body styles

Hatchback 2009 – 2013

Key specifications (range)

Power105 – 185 hp

0–100 km/h8.2 – 12.2 s

Top speed183 – 212 km/h

Fuel economy4.4 – 7.6 L/100 km

Front Wheel Drive

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
1.6i 5MT FWD (105 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	105 hp	12.2 s	183	5-speed manual
1.6L CiTD 5MT FWD (109 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	109 hp	11.0 s	185	5-speed manual
1.6L CiTD 6MT FWD (115 HP) 1.6 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	115 hp	11.0 s	188	6-speed manual
2.0i 5AT FWD (150 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	150 hp	10.6 s	204	5-speed automatic
2.2L CiTD 5MT FWD (150 HP) 2.2 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	150 hp	9.2 s	204	5-speed manual
2.0i 6MT FWD (151 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	151 hp	10.4 s	212	6-speed manual
2.5i 6MT FWD (167 HP) 2.5 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	169 hp	—	188	6-speed manual
2.2L CiTD 5MT FWD (185 HP) 2.2 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Diesel	185 hp	8.2 s	212	5-speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1598 cm3 (98 ci)
Power: 77 KW @ 6000 RPM105 HP @ 6000 RPM103 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 107 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM145 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 114 mph (183 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 195/65 R15

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2744.7 lbs (1245 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3847 lbs (1745 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined: 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 149 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1560 cm3 (95 ci)
Power: 80 KW @ 4000 RPM109 HP @ 4000 RPM107 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque: 177 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM240 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 115 mph (185 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/55R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2910 lbs (1320 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4001 lbs (1815 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 40.5 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
Highway: 61.8 mpg US (3.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 52.2 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 119 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1560 cm3 (95 ci)
Power: 84.6 KW @ 3600 RPM115 HP @ 3600 RPM113 BHP @ 3600 RPM
Torque: 199 lb-ft @ 1750 RPM270 Nm @ 1750 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 117 mph (188 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/55R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2679 lbs (1215 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4034 lbs (1830 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 60.3 mpg US (3.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 117 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1999 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 110 KW @ 6500 RPM150 HP @ 6500 RPM148 BHP @ 6500 RPM
Torque: 138 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM187 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 127 mph (204 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.6 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2943 lbs (1335 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4012 lbs (1820 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 22.2 mpg US (10.6 L/100Km)
Highway: 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 175 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 2184 cm3 (133 ci)
Power: 110 KW @ 3500 RPM150 HP @ 3500 RPM148 BHP @ 3500 RPM
Torque: 265 lb-ft @ 1800-2600 RPM359 Nm @ 1800-2600 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 127 mph (204 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3020 lbs (1370 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4332 lbs (1965 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 34 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km)
Highway: 52.2 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km)
Combined: 43.5 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 144 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1999 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 111.1 KW @ 6000 RPM151 HP @ 6000 RPM149 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 142 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM192 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 132 mph (212 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.4 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2712 lbs (1230 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4012 lbs (1820 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
Combined: 34.6 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 159 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 2489 cm3 (152 ci)
Power: 124.5 KW @ 6000 RPM169 HP @ 6000 RPM167 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 168 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM228 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 117 mph (188 km/h)

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 6-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/50 R17

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 32.8 ft (10.0 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2963 lbs (1344 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4012 lbs (1820 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km)
Highway: 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km)

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 2184 cm3 (133 ci)
Power: 136 KW @ 3500 RPM185 HP @ 3500 RPM182 BHP @ 3500 RPM
Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 1800-3000 RPM400 Nm @ 1800-3000 RPM
Fuel System: Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 14.5 gallons (54.9 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 132 mph (212 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 8.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 5-speed manual

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 205/55 R16

Dimensions

Length: 180.3 in (4580 mm)
Width: 69 in (1753 mm)
Height: 57.8 in (1468 mm)
Front/rear Track: 60.4/59.8 in (1,534/1,519 mm)
Wheelbase: 103.9 in (2639 mm)
Ground Clearance: 6.1 in (155 mm)
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cuFT (430 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.28
Turning circle: 34.1 ft (10.4 m)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3020 lbs (1370 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 4332 lbs (1965 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 32.6 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km)
Highway: 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100Km)
Combined: 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 149 g/km

Length4,580 mm

Width1,753 mm

Height1,468 mm

Wheelbase2,639 mm

Curb weight1,215 – 1,370 kg

Torque145 – 400 Nm

Ranges across all 8 variants of this generation.