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2024 Mazda Mazda3

2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD

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What the 2.5 S Carbon Edition adds over the 2.5 S

Spec2.5 S2.5 S Carbon Edition
Curb weight (minimum)3124 lbs3300 lbs
Fuel tank capacity13.2 gal12.7 gal
MPG (city)28 mpg26 mpg
MPG (combined)31 mpg30 mpg
MPG (highway)37 mpg35 mpg
Tire size205/60R16215/45R18
Final drive ratio3.43.6
Wheel diameter16 in18 in
Wheel width6.5 in7 in

Standard here, not on the base trim: 18 x 7J inch aluminum alloy wheels - with Black Metallic Finish, 8-speaker audio system with Mazda Harmonic Acoustics, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/ power lumbar support w/ 2-position memory, AM/FM/HD Radio®, Active Driving Display (windshield type), Adaptive Front Lighting system, Air conditioning - dual-zone automatic climate control, Badging – AWD badge, Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control, Front grille - gloss black finish, Gear selector - leather-wrapped, Heated front seats with 3 level adjustments, Interior trim with bright finish - IP decoration panel, steering wheel switch, inner handles, Mazda advanced keyless entry & start system, P215/45R18 all-season tires, Power-sliding glass moonroof with sunshade and one-touch open/close, QI Wireless Charger, Seat material - leather (red), Side mirrors - black-color, dual power remote with LED turn signal indicators, Side mirrors - driver and passenger heated, Side mirrors - tilt in reverse with memory positioning, SiriusXM® satellite radio with 3-month trial subscription (n/a AK & HI), Steering wheel – leather-wrapped, Storage - cup holders, (2) front & (2) rear (in armrest), Storage - front seatback pocket (passenger), Storage - overhead console with sunglasses holder, Sun visors - dual covered vanity mirrors with illumination and extensions, Windshield wipers - rain-sensing, variable-intermittent, Wireless Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™ integration, i-ACTIV AWD

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 row13.2 cu-ft
Total interior volume92.8 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandMAZDA CONNECT

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance5.5 in
Overall height56.9 in
Overall length183.5 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 16-valve 4-cylinder 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)35 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity12.7 gal

Headroom

Front headroom38 in
Third-row headroom37.3 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 room53.5 in

Steering

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

Suspension

Front suspension typeIndependent, MacPherson strut
Rear suspension typeTorsion Beam Axle

Tires

Tire size215/45R18

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.6
Transmission speeds6
Transmission typeSKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed electronically-controlled Sport AT

Weights

Curb weight (minimum)3300 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter18 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width7 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety25 std · 0 opt

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

Infotainment13 std · 0 opt

  • MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment System – Mazda Connect Wi-Fi (In vehicle Wi-Fi 2GB/3 month free trial provided by AT&T)
  • 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

Convenience6 std · 0 opt

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

Climate3 std · 0 opt

  • Air conditioning - dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
  • Heater/defroster

Seating7 std · 0 opt

  • 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/ power lumbar support w/ 2-position memory
  • Heated front seats with 3 level adjustments
  • 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)

Interior25 std · 0 opt

  • 7-inch LCD meter display
  • Ambient temperature
  • Assist handles - (4)
  • Cargo area light (LED)
  • Coat hooks (2) Rear
  • Digital clock

Exterior21 std · 0 opt

  • Power-sliding glass moonroof with sunshade and one-touch open/close
  • 18 x 7J inch aluminum alloy wheels - with Black Metallic Finish
  • Adaptive Front Lighting system
  • Badging – AWD badge
  • Brake light - center high-mount
  • Dual exhaust outlets

Powertrain5 std · 0 opt

  • i-ACTIV AWD
  • 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

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2024 Mazda3. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the 2.5 S Carbon Edition

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

What does the 2024 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition add over the 2.5 S?

Against the 2.5 S, 30 features become standard that the 2.5 S does not and 9 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.