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2023 Mazda Mazda3

2.5 S Hatchback FWD

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What the 2.5 S Hatchback adds over the 2.5 S

Spec2.5 S2.5 S Hatchback
Cargo volume behind 2nd row13.2 cu-ft20.1 cu-ft
Curb weight (maximum)3126 lbs3148 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3126 lbs3148 lbs
Third-row headroom37.3 in37.2 in
MPG (city)28 mpg26 mpg
MPG (combined)31 mpg30 mpg
MPG (highway)37 mpg36 mpg
Overall height56.9 in56.7 in
Overall length183.5 in175.6 in
Third-row shoulder room53.5 in53.4 in
Total interior volume92.8 cu-ft92.7 cu-ft
Final drive ratio3.43.9

Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter279.9 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter264.9 mm
Rear brake typesolid disc
Parking brake typeepb

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 2nd row20.1 cu-ft
Total interior volume92.7 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandMazda Connected Services

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance5.5 in
Overall height56.7 in
Overall length175.6 in
Overall width70.7 in
Wheelbase107.3 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2488 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC with Cylinder Deactivation
Valve configuration4 valves per cylinder, Variable-Valve Timing

Engine Output

Horsepower191 hp
Torque186 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)26 mpg
MPG (combined)30 mpg
MPG (highway)36 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity13.2 gal

Headroom

Front headroom38 in
Third-row headroom37.2 in

Legroom

Front legroom42.3 in
Third-row legroom35.1 in

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room55.7 in
Third-row shoulder room53.4 in

Steering

Steering typeRack-and-pinion
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)17.4 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeIndependent, MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
Rear suspension typeTorsion Beam

Tires

Tire size205/60R16

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.9
Transmission speeds6
Transmission typeautomatic

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3148 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3148 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter16 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width6.5 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety22 std · 0 opt

  • Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) with stop and go function
  • Smart Brake Support with pedestrian detection (SBS)
  • Advanced dual front air bags
  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
  • Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
  • Rearview camera

Infotainment9 std · 0 opt

  • Mazda Connected Services - Mazda Connect Wi-Fi
  • 8-speaker audio system with Mazda Harmonic Acoustics
  • 8.8" full-color center display
  • AM/FM/HD Radio®
  • Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™ integration
  • Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability

Convenience7 std · 0 opt

  • Push button start
  • 12-volt power outlet
  • Cruise control with steering wheel-mounted controls
  • Illuminated entry system
  • Power door locks - speed sensitive with 2-stage unlocking
  • Power windows with one-touch down/up feature (4)

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Air conditioning - manual

Seating6 std · 0 opt

  • 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat with seat lifter
  • 4-way manual adjustable front passenger seat
  • 5-passenger seating capacity
  • 60/40 split one-touch fold-down and reclining rear seatback
  • Headrests - height-adjustable, front & rear (3 passenger seats)
  • Seat material - cloth (black)

Interior16 std · 0 opt

  • 7-inch LCD meter display
  • Assist handles - (4)
  • Coat hooks (2) Rear
  • Gear selector - urethane
  • Map lights (LED)
  • Steering wheel – urethane

Exterior16 std · 0 opt

  • 16 x 6.5J inch aluminum alloy wheels with Silver Metallic Finish
  • 205/60 R16 all-season tires
  • Brake light - center high-mount
  • Dual exhaust outlets
  • Front grille - matte finish
  • Headlights - LED with manual-leveling

Powertrain4 std · 0 opt

  • Front Wheel Drive
  • SKYACTIV-G® 2.5 DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with Cylinder Deactivation
  • SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS: G-Vectoring Control Plus (GVC Plus)
  • SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-Speed AT with manual-shift mode and Sport mode

Chassis4 std · 0 opt

  • Front Suspension - MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
  • Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
  • Power-assisted ventilated front disc brakes and rear solid disc brakes
  • Rear Suspension - Torsion Beam

Cargo1 std · 0 opt

  • Cargo Cover (Hatchback)

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Mazda3. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the 2.5 S Hatchback

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

What does the 2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Hatchback add over the 2.5 S?

Against the 2.5 S, 12 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.