William Stopford
Mazda CX-3 nameplate to live on with new Thai-built small SUV
Mazda has a new small electrified SUV entering production in 2027, and it'll wear the familiar CX-3 nameplate.
17 Days Ago
Overview
Variant
Pure
Variant
Evolve
Body type
SUV
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.3 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 195Nm
Power and torque
81kW / 142Nm
762km
880km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
—
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 7.00
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 126
CO2 Level (Combined): 143
CO2 Level (Urban): 181
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 117
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1496
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Skyactiv-G P5uk
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.7
Main Capacity (L): 48
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.6
Main Capacity (L): 44
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.7
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Panel
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Panel
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 762
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 473
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 51
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 43
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 880
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 547
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 20.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 57
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 47
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 21.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 61
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 51
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 41
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.1
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 195
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 110
Maximum Power (kW): 81
Maximum Torque (Nm): 142
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.3
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.0
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Skyactiv-Drive
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Skyactiv-Drive
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Skyactiv-Drive
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 86
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 86
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Skyactiv-B
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Skyactiv-B
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 41.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1174
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 264
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 250
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 60.0
Front Track (mm): 1525
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 60.4
Overall Height (mm): 1535
Overall Length (in): 168.3
Overall Length (mm): 4275
Overall Width (in): 69.5
Overall Width (mm): 1765
Rear Track (in): 59.8
Rear Track (mm): 1520
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9800
Front Track (in): 58.9
Front Track (mm): 1495
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 152
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.2
Overall Height (in): 58.9
Overall Height (mm): 1495
Overall Length (in): 160.0
Overall Length (mm): 4065
Overall Width (in): 66.7
Overall Width (mm): 1695
Rear Track (in): 58.5
Rear Track (mm): 1485
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.4
Front Headroom (mm): 976
Rear Headroom (in): 37.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 944
Front Leg Room (in): 41.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1058
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 888
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1360
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 50.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1281
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.7
Front Headroom (mm): 984
Rear Headroom (in): 37.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 945
Front Hip Room (in): 52.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1322
Rear Hip Room (in): 47.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1212
Front Leg Room (in): 41.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1063
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 881
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1352
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 50.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1273
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 640
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1411
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1297
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2859
Tare Weight (kg): 1269
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 50
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1530
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3373
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1109
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2445
Tare Weight (kg): 1084
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 50
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Luxury Trim
Doors: Carbon Fibre Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
—
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
—
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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