2009-2013 3 OverviewMazda 3 Overview (2009 - 2013)
BL
Tech Specs Summary
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- 114 - 155 mph
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- 6.1 - 12.2 seconds
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- 104 - 256 BHP
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- 29.4 - 62.8 mpg
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- 1,245 - 1,470 kg
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- 340 - 1,360 L (Hatchback)
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- 430 L (Saloon)
This generation of the Mazda 3 (BL) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 2009 - 2013. 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 104 BHP 1.6 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 175 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 1.6 MZ-CD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 759 miles and can store 340-1,360 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,300 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
