Mazda 3 2013–2017 car dimensions: 4460 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1455 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,260 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
Higher grades get a 7-inch touchscreen with commander knob for audio and phone links plus dual-zone climate. Cruise is fitted from mid grades. Driver aids like blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning and city brake support appear on upper trims or packages. A reversing camera is standard later in the run and optional earlier.
The hatch holds 364 litres with seats up. Fold the 60/40 rear seats for 1263 litres of flat space that takes longer items easily.
Braked towing is rated at 1200 kg on most petrol models with 600 kg unbraked. Diesels can reach higher in some markets. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension is listed for work use.
The cabin feels refined and driver-focused with supportive seats that offer good shoulder and leg room. Higher grades add dual-zone automatic climate control, leather trim, and an 8-way power driver's seat with heated fronts. A power sliding-glass moonroof is available on select trims for extra light and air. Quiet engineering reduces noise for a comfortable ride on long drives.
Runs on regular unleaded gasoline with SKYACTIV engines for efficient economy.
Oil and filter changes follow a flexible maintenance monitor, with a maximum of 12 months or set mileage.
Five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP crash-test ratings.
Standard six airbags, ABS, DSC with TCS, and hill launch assist.
Available i-ACTIVSENSE features like blind-spot monitoring and smart city brake support on higher grades.
Fuel use stays efficient thanks to SKYACTIV-G petrol engines that run on regular unleaded. Highway figures reach competitive levels across manual and automatic options, with some models adding i-ELOOP regenerative braking for further gains. Diesel variants appear in select global markets for even lower consumption.
Servicing relies on the onboard maintenance monitor that tracks oil life and lights a wrench when due. Follow the normal or severe schedule in the owner's manual based on driving conditions. Tire rotations and brake checks fall at regular intervals to keep the car reliable.
Safety starts with a strong SKYACTIV-Body and six standard airbags covering front, side, and curtain protection. Dynamic stability control, traction control, and ABS with brake assist come on every model. Higher grades or packages add blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and smart city brake support. The car earned five stars from Euro NCAP and ANCAP plus Top Safety Pick+ from IIHS.
Keeping the car means sticking to the flexible oil intervals and using the recommended 0W-20 oil where specified. A three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and five-year powertrain cover help with ownership costs. Regular inspections of brakes, tires, and filters keep it running smoothly for years.
Length 4460 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1455 mm, Wheelbase 2700 mm (3 2013–2017)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mazda Canada 2014 brochure and SA brochure, cataloge.eu/auto-data.net.