Mazda 323 Hatchback

1994 – 1998 Hatchback Japan

Mazda built the 323 Hatchback from 1994 to 1998. All 5 variants use petrol engines, from 88 to 144 hp. Compared with the previous generation (1994 – 1997), peak power rose from 114 to 144 hp, and minimum weight went up by 85 kg. It was also available as a estate.

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Body styleHatchback

Production1994 – 1998

Variants5

FuelPetrol

Other body styles

Estate / wagon 1986 – 1994

Key specifications (range)

Power88 – 144 hp

0–100 km/h9.4 – 12.2 s

Top speed172 – 208 km/h

Fuel economy7.2 – 9.6 L/100 km

Front Wheel Drive

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
1.5L 5MT FWD (88 HP) 1.5 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	88 hp	11.9 s	175	5-speed manual
1.9L 4AT FWD (114 HP) 1.8 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	114 hp	12.2 s	172	4-speed automatic
1.9L 5MT FWD (114 HP) 1.8 L · 4 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	114 hp	10.0 s	192	5-speed manual
2.0L V6 4AT FWD (144 HP) 2.0 L · 6 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	144 hp	10.9 s	201	4-speed automatic
2.0L V6 5MT FWD (144 HP) 2.0 L · 6 cyl · Front Wheel Drive	Gasoline	144 hp	9.4 s	208	5-speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1489 cm3 (91 ci)
Power: 65 KW @ 5500 RPM88 HP @ 5500 RPM87 BHP @ 5500 RPM
Torque: 97 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM132 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 109 mph (175 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 11.9 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 175/70 R13T

Dimensions

Length: 167.1 in (4244 mm)
Width: 66.7 in (1694 mm)
Height: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm)
Wheelbase: 102.6 in (2606 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.2 cuFT (345 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2458.1 lbs (1115 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3483.3 lbs (1580 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km)
Highway: 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km)
Combined: 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 171 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1840 cm3 (112 ci)
Power: 83.8 KW @ 6000 RPM114 HP @ 6000 RPM112 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 116 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM157 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 107 mph (172 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 12.2 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 4-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 195/60 R15V

Dimensions

Length: 167.1 in (4244 mm)
Width: 66.7 in (1694 mm)
Height: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm)
Wheelbase: 102.6 in (2606 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.2 cuFT (345 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2524 lbs (1145 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3792 lbs (1720 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km)
Combined: 28.3 mpg US (8.3 L/100Km)

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 1840 cm3 (112 ci)
Power: 83.8 KW @ 6000 RPM114 HP @ 6000 RPM112 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 116 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM157 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 119 mph (192 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 195/60 R15V

Dimensions

Length: 167.1 in (4244 mm)
Width: 66.7 in (1694 mm)
Height: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm)
Wheelbase: 102.6 in (2606 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.2 cuFT (345 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2458 lbs (1115 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3715 lbs (1685 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km)
Highway: 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km)
Combined: 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km)

Engine

Cylinders: V6
Displacement: 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 106 KW @ 6000 RPM144 HP @ 6000 RPM142 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 133 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM180 Nm @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 125 mph (201 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 10.9 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 4-speed automatic

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 195/60 R15V

Dimensions

Length: 167.1 in (4244 mm)
Width: 66.7 in (1694 mm)
Height: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm)
Wheelbase: 102.6 in (2606 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.2 cuFT (345 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2734 lbs (1240 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3902 lbs (1770 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 19.1 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km)
Highway: 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km)
Combined: 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km)

Engine

Cylinders: V6
Displacement: 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
Power: 106 KW @ 6000 RPM144 HP @ 6000 RPM142 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque: 133 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM180 Nm @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System: Multipoint Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 129 mph (208 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 9.4 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 195/60 R15V

Dimensions

Length: 167.1 in (4244 mm)
Width: 66.7 in (1694 mm)
Height: 53.3 in (1354 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57.5/57.5 in (1,461/1,461 mm)
Wheelbase: 102.6 in (2606 mm)
Ground Clearance: 5.9 in (150 mm)
Cargo Volume: 12.2 cuFT (345 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd): 0.32

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2668 lbs (1210 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3836 lbs (1740 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

City: 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km)
Highway: 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km)
Combined: 26.4 mpg US (8.9 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 212 g/km

Length4,244 mm

Width1,694 mm

Height1,354 mm

Wheelbase2,606 mm

Curb weight1,115 – 1,240 kg

Torque132 – 180 Nm

Ranges across all 5 variants of this generation.