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2025 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)3124 lbs3146 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3124 lbs3146 lbs
Third-row headroom37.3 in37.2 in
MPG (combined)31 mpg30 mpg
MPG (highway)37 mpg35 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 Connect

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)27 mpg
MPG (combined)30 mpg
MPG (highway)35 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
Rear suspension typeTorsion Beam Axle

Tires

Tire size205/60R16 M+S

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.9
Transmission speeds6
Transmission typeSKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed AT

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3146 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3146 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter16 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width6.5 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety23 std · 0 opt

  • Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) with stop and go function
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Advanced dual front air bags
  • Lane Departure Warning System
  • Lane Keep Assist
  • Rearview camera

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
  • AM/FM/Radio
  • Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™ integration
  • MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment System

Convenience6 std · 0 opt

  • Push button start
  • 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)
  • Remote keyless entry system

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Air conditioning - manual

Seating5 std · 0 opt

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

Interior15 std · 0 opt

  • 7-inch LCD meter display
  • Assist handles - (4)
  • Cargo area light (LED)
  • Gear selector - urethane
  • Map lights (LED)
  • Steering wheel - tilt & telescopic

Exterior17 std · 1 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

Powertrain3 std · 0 opt

  • Front Wheel Drive
  • SKYACTIV-G® 2.5 DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with Cylinder Deactivation
  • SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-Speed AT with manual-shift mode and Sport mode

Chassis5 std · 0 opt

  • Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
  • Front Suspension - MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar
  • Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
  • Rear Suspension - Torsion Beam
  • SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS: G-Vectoring Control Plus (GVC Plus)

Cargo1 std · 0 opt

  • Cargo Cover (hatchback)

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Mazda3. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the 2.5 S Hatchback

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What does the 2025 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Hatchback add over the 2.5 S?

Against the 2.5 S, 11 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.