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    2016 Mazda 3

    The new Mazda 3 is a small car offered in both 5D Hatchback and 4D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $20,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the NEO variant and topping out at $41,290 for the Astina.

    There are 13 variants of the Mazda 3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2016.

    Engine options include 2.5L petrol direct injection (138kW/250Nm), 2.0L petrol direct injection (114kW/200Nm) and 2.2L turbo diesel common rail (129kW/420Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    The new 2015 Mazda 3 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Mazda 3

    Dimensions

    4,460 mm
    1,795 mm
    1,455 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,460 mm
    Overall Width1,795 mm
    Overall Height1,455 mm
    Wheelbase2,700 mm
    Turning Circle10,600 mm

    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 Neo that starts from $20,490.

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    The most expensive Mazda 3 is the Astina that starts from $41,290.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mazda 3 is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: Neo, Neo Safety, Maxx, Maxx Safety, Touring, Sp25, Touring Safety, Sp25 Safety, Sp25 Gt, Sp25 Gt Safety, Sp25 Gt Safety Sunroof, Sp25 Astina and Astina.

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    The largest Mazda 3 is the Neo which measures 1795mm wide, 4580mm in length and sits 1455mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda 3 is the Sp25 which has 138kW of power from its 2.5L Petrol Direct Injection engine.

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

    The heaviest Mazda 3 is the Sp25 which weighs null kg (kerb weight).

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

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