Car Statistics

Mazda MX-3

Mazda MX-3
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The Mazda MX-3 is a four-seat coupé produced from 1992 onwards, powered by a 1.8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine developing 96 kW. With a length of 4,220 mm and a kerb weight of 1,122 kg, it represents a compact sports car configuration from that era.

Technical data
ManufacturerMazda
ProductionFrom 1992
Body typeCoupé
FuelPetrol
Kerb weight1,060 kg
Displacement1,598 cc
Cylinders5
DrivetrainFront-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)9.9 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Doors2

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Mazda MX-3 (from registration data). 15 variants.

Engine variants for Mazda MX-3
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
1.6 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–8.4 l/100 km1992–1996
1.6 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.3 l/100 km1992–1996
1.8 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–11.8 l/100 km1996
1.8 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–10.7 l/100 km1996
1.9 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–11.8 l/100 km1992–1995
1.9 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–10.7 l/100 km1992–1995
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.1 l/100 km2004–2009
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–8.6 l/100 km2004–2013
2.0 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–8.7 l/100 km2010–2013
2.3 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–10.2 l/100 km2004–2005
2.3 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–9.4 l/100 km2004–2009
2.3 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.8 l/100 km2006–2009
2.3 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–11.2 l/100 km2007
2.5 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–10.1 l/100 km2010–2013
2.5 l · 4-cylPetrolAutomatic–9.4 l/100 km2010–2013

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

← Predecessor: Mazda Étude

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Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 69% of Mazda MX-3s pass their MOT test first time, based on 226 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Mazda MX-3 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mazda recalls.