| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mazda 3 |
| Style | s Grand Touring 4dr Wagon (2.5L 4cyl 6M) |
| Base MSRP | $22,145 |
| Options on test vehicle | Moonroof/6-CD/Bose Package ($1,395 -- includes sunroof, in-dash six-CD changer, 10-speaker Bose surround sound system); Technology Package ($1,195 -- includes navigation system, color display screen, keyless ignition/entry, satellite radio, perimeter alarm). |
| As-tested MSRP | $24,760 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | Inline-4 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 2,489cc (152 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 9.7 |
| Redline (rpm) | 6,250 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 167 @ 6,000 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 168 @ 4,000 |
| Transmission type | 6-speed manual |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I=3.454; II=2.059; III=1.392; IV=1.030; V=0.837; VI=0.717; R=3.198; Final=4.105 |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension, rear | Multilink |
| Steering type | Electric speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 16.2:1 |
| Tire brand | Yokohama |
| Tire model | Avid S34 |
| Tire type | All-season |
| Tire size, front | P205/50R17 |
| Tire size, rear | P205/50R17 |
| Wheel size | 17-by-7 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Disc |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 5.1 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 8.1 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 11.8 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 16.0 @ 86.3 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 7.8 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 29 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 119 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | SC OFF = 66.8; SC ON = 64.7 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | SC OFF = 0.86; SC ON = 0.86 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 42.6 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 75.8 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 69.2 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | The trick here is to produce enough wheelspin to keep the engine from bogging down, but not too much to spin the tires needlessly. Shifter is smooth and accurate, but the throws are a little long. Some cam phasing apparent at about 4,200 rpm. Also, there's some sort of clutch damper (?) that smoothes/slows each upshift. |
| Braking rating | Excellent |
| Braking comments | Amazingly consistent and fade-free brakes. Pedal effort is spot-on -- straight and steady stops. Some nosedive, but not too much. |
| Handling rating | Excellent |
| Handling comments | Excellent balance on the skid pad with only throttle input needed to change direction and maintain arc. Steering could offer more feel and load-up. With ESP on, the brake application and throttle closing produced an identical 0.86 orbit. In the slalom, there's a useful amount of understeer built into this chassis, but it's a pretty fine line between chucking past cones and catching it with a "dab of oppo" and sliding right past the next cone. Excellent control and reflexes right at the limit. ESP on is a marvelous option to have. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 56.44 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 3.75 crosswind |
| Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 21 city/29 highway |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 22.02 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 15.9 |
| Dimensions & Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,005 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,048 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 60.4/39.6 |
| Length (in.) | 177.4 |
| Width (in.) | 69.1 |
| Height (in.) | 57.9 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 103.9 |
| Track, front (in.) | 60.2 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 59.6 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 34.2 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 42.0 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 36.2 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 38.1 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 37.4 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 54.9 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 54.0 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 17.0 |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard dual front |
| Head airbags | Standard front and rear |
| Knee airbags | Not available |
| Antilock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Electronic brake enhancements | Braking assist, electronic brakeforce distribution |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| Emergency assistance system | Not available |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | Not tested |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | Not tested |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | Not tested |
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