2004-2009 3 OverviewMazda 3 Overview (2004 - 2009)
BK
Tech Specs Summary
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- 105 - 155 mph
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- 6.1 - 14.3 seconds
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- 83 - 256 BHP
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- 29.1 - 56.5 mpg
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- 1,240 - 1,485 kg
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- 346 - 1,285 L (Hatchback)
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- 413 L (Saloon)
This generation of the Mazda 3 (BK) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 2004 - 2009. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 83 BHP 1.3 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 256 BHP 2.3 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 3 is the Mazda 3 MPS 2.3 Mazdaspeed which scores 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 256 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 172 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda 3 MZ-CD 1.6 Sport is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 683 miles and can store 346-1,285 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,300 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
