2.5 S Preferred Package FWD
What the 2.5 S Preferred Package adds over the 2.5 S
| Spec | 2.5 S | 2.5 S Preferred Package |
|---|---|---|
| Tire size | 205/60R16 | 215/45R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 18 in |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 18 x 7J inch aluminum alloy wheels - with Silver Metallic Finish, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/ power lumbar support w/ 2-position memory, Air conditioning - dual-zone automatic climate control, 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, Seat material - leather, Seat material - leatherette (black or greige), Side mirrors - body-color, dual power remote with LED turn signal indicators, Side mirrors - driver and passenger heated, Side mirrors - tilt in reverse with memory positioning, 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
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 279.9 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 264.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 92.8 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | MAZDA CONNECT |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in |
| Overall height | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 183.5 in |
| Overall width | 70.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2488 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | SKYACTIV-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with Cylinder Deactivation |
| Valve configuration | 4 valves per cylinder, Variable-Valve Timing |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 191 hp |
| Torque | 186 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 37 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.1 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent, MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | Torsion Beam Axle |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/45R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed electronically-controlled Sport AT |
Weights
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3124 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety24 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)
- Rearview camera
- Side impact air curtains (front and rear) with roll-over protection
- Side-impact air bags – front & rear
- Driver Attention Alert
- 3-point safety belts for all seating positions
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
- Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Child safety rear door locks
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and Traction Control System (TCS)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
- Front & Rear safety-belt pretensioners with force limiters
- Headlights - high beam control (HBC)
- Hill Launch Assist and Auto Hold
- LATCH rear seat child safety seat anchors & upper tether anchors
- Rear Door Alert
- Seat belt warning/reminder for driver, front passenger and rear passengers
- Engine immobilizer anti-theft system
- Tire pressure monitoring system - individual- (TPMS)
Infotainment9 std · 0 opt
- MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment System – Mazda Connect Wi-Fi (In vehicle Wi-Fi 2GB/3 month free trial provided by AT&T)
- 6-speaker audio system with Mazda Harmonic Acoustics
- 8.8" full-color center display
- Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™ integration
- Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability
- MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment System
- Multi-function Commander control
- Steering wheel-mounted audio, phone and cruise controls
- USB Type-C Audio Inputs (2 ports)
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
Seating8 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)
- Seat material - leather
- Seat material - leatherette (black or greige)
Interior25 std · 0 opt
- 7-inch LCD meter display
- Ambient temperature
- Assist handles - (4)
- Cargo area light (LED)
- Coat hooks (2) Rear
- Digital clock
- Fuel gauge
- Gear selector - leather-wrapped
- Interior trim with bright finish - IP decoration panel, steering wheel switch, inner handles
- Map lights (LED)
- Multi-Information Display (MID) - Speedometer, Odometer, Trip Meter, Outside Temperature, Distance-To-Empty, Average Fuel Economy, Current fuel economy, i-Activsense display, Compass Display, Door-Ajar/Liftgate-Ajar Warning indication, Message Display
- Speedometer
- Steering wheel - tilt & telescopic
- Steering wheel – leather-wrapped
- Storage - center console armrest with covered storage compartments
- Storage - cup holders, (2) front & (2) rear (in armrest)
- Storage - front seatback pocket (passenger)
- Storage - glove compartment
- Storage, bottle holder, front (2) and rear (2) door panels
- Tachometer
- Rearview mirror - manual day/night
- Sun visors - dual covered vanity mirrors with illumination and extensions
- Floor mats - carpeted
- Storage - overhead console with sunglasses holder
- Trip computer - Odometer, Trip meter A & B, current and average fuel economy
Exterior19 std · 0 opt
- Power-sliding glass moonroof with sunshade and one-touch open/close
- 18 x 7J inch aluminum alloy wheels - with Silver Metallic Finish
- Brake light - center high-mount
- Dual exhaust outlets
- Front grille - gloss black finish
- Headlights - LED
- Headlights - auto On/Off feature
- Headlights - daytime running lights (LED)
- License plate lamp (LED)
- P215/45R18 all-season tires
- Rear combination lights
- Side garnish - black
- Side mirrors - body-color, dual power remote with LED turn signal indicators
- Side mirrors - driver and passenger heated
- Side mirrors - tilt in reverse with memory positioning
- Windshield wipers - rain-sensing, variable-intermittent
- Windshield wipers - rear intermittent with washer
- Rear window defogger with timer
- T125/70D16 temporary spare tire
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
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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 Preferred Package
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2024 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Preferred Package add over the 2.5 S?
Against the 2.5 S, 22 features become standard that the 2.5 S does not and 3 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.