Mazda3 MPG
Many factors contribute to the Mazda3 MPG numbers, such as its engine, transmission, and configuration. To help you get the most out of every gallon, the team at Ocean Mazda explored the factors that affect this car’s fuel economy.
2021 MAZDA3 MPG: Engine Specs
The Mazda3 gives drivers a choice of three engines. The first is the Skyactiv®-G 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that delivers 155 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, you’ll get an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 28 city/36 highway MPG.1
Move up from the base trim to upgrade to a Skyactiv®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, which produces 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. It reaches an EPA-estimated 26 city/35 highway MPG.1
The third option is a Skyactiv®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder Dynamic Pressure Turbo engine that generates 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. This engine gets you an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 23 city/32 highway MPG.1 It comes standard on the 2.5 Turbo and the 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus trims.
These engines achieve such impressive fuel economy thanks to Skyactiv®-G technology, a system that Mazda has refined and improved over the years.
MAZDA3 Transmission and Drivetrain
The second factor that contributes to the Mazda3 MPG numbers is the transmission. This car comes standard with Skyactiv®-Drive 6-speed electronically controlled sport automatic transmission. The programming of the transmission is designed to deliver quick upshifts and downshifts.
Your drivetrain options include standard front-wheel drive or an available i-Activ AWD®.
2021 MAZDA3 Configurations
A final factor to consider with the Mazda3 fuel economy is its configurations. The Mazda3 is available either as a sedan or a hatchback. The Mazda3 sedan be enjoyed with either the base 2.0L engine, the larger 2.5L motor, or the turbocharged 2.5L option.
Each trim of the Mazda3 offers an independent MacPherson strut front suspension, a torsion beam axle rear suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes, and Skyactiv®-Vehicle Dynamics with G-Vectoring Control Plus.
If you stick with front-wheel drive, the Mazda3 fuel capacity measures in at 13.2 gallons. Choosing available i-Activ AWD® leads to a 12.7-gallon fuel capacity. While considering curb weight, the FWD configuration weighs in at 2,984 pounds and the AWD option comes to 3,268 pounds.
Ask Us About the 2021 MAZDA3 MPG
If you’re still curious about the Mazda3 MPG numbers, come to Ocean Mazda. Our team can show you around this car and tell you more about what it brings to your drives in the Doral, Miami, Hialeah, Kendall, and West Kendall, Florida, areas.
Drivers in the Greater Miami area can contact us to schedule a test drive today!
1 EPA estimated mileage. Actual results will vary.