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    2009 Mazda 3

    The new Mazda 3 is a small car offered in 5D Hatchback, 4D Hatchback, 4D Sedan and 5D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $21,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the NEO variant and topping out at $43,290 for the MPS Luxury.

    There are 9 variants of the Mazda 3 available in Australia.

    Engine options include 2.5L multi-point injection (122kW/227Nm), 2.0L multi-point injection (108kW/182Nm), 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (110kW/360Nm) and 2.3L turbo petrol direct injection (190kW/380Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The new 2009 Mazda 3 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $21,990 - $43,290†

    Transmission

    5-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    Front

    Fuel Type

    Unleaded, Premium Unleaded, or Diesel

    Body Types

    Hatchback or Sedan

    Powertrain Type

    Front-wheel Drive

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    Retail Price

    $21,990 - $43,290†

    Transmission

    5-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    Front

    Fuel Type

    Unleaded, Premium Unleaded, or Diesel

    Body Types

    Hatchback or Sedan

    Powertrain Type

    Front-wheel Drive

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    Power to Weight
    82 - 130.49 kW/t
    60.37 kW/t
    142.34 kW/t
    Boot Space
    268 - 430 litres
    268 litres
    510 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
    3.9 L/100km
    10.4 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    606 - 698 km
    538 km
    1,333 km
    Price
    $21,990 - $43,290
    $18,990
    $53,500
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    3 - 6 years
    1 year
    5 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Braked Towing Capacity
    900 kg
    450 kg
    1,570 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    120 mm
    102 mm
    160 mm
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    2009 Mazda 3

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    Mazda 3

    Dimensions

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Mazda 3

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mazda 3 is the Base that starts from $0.

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    The most expensive Mazda 3 is the Mps Luxury that starts from $43,290.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mazda 3 is 900 kg offered by the following variants: Neo, Neo Safety Pack, Maxx, Maxx Sport, Sp25, Sp25 Luxury Pack, MPS and Mps Luxury.

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    The largest Mazda 3 is the Neo which measures 1755mm wide, 4580mm in length and sits 1470mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda 3 is the MPS which has 190kW of power from its 2.3L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.

    The Mazda 3 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mazda 3 is the MPS which weighs null kg (kerb weight).

    The Mazda 3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded, Unleaded or Diesel.

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