Mazda 3 2019– car dimensions: 4460 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1435 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,349 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin centres on an 8.8-inch display with commander control, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Dual-zone automatic climate control and cruise control are fitted. i-Activsense brings standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, radar cruise with stop-and-go, and a reversing camera. Higher grades add heated seats, Bose audio and head-up display.
Hatch cargo volume measures 358 litres with seats up to the tonneau and 1026 litres seats folded, using VDA method. The 60/40 split rear bench folds for longer loads. A high load lip is present and underfloor space is limited.
Braked towing reaches 1300 kg in European specs and 1200 kg in some other markets, with unbraked at 600 kg when a genuine tow kit is fitted. Payload figures are not uniformly published across global brochures. The car suits light trailer or small boat duties rather than heavy work, with no heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension listed.
The cabin uses soft-touch materials and a driver-focused layout with supportive front seats that hold the pelvis upright for a natural posture on long drives. Dual-zone climate control and a quiet interior with reduced road noise make daily use pleasant. Rear space feels tight for adults and the available moonroof is a conventional sliding glass unit rather than a full panoramic roof. Higher grades add leather, power driver adjustment with memory and heated fronts plus a heated wheel.
EPA fuel economy for 2.5L hatch FWD AT around 26 city/35 highway.
Oil change when wrench light on or max 10,000 miles/12 months.
IIHS Top Safety Pick with Good crash ratings.
Euro NCAP 5-star overall (98% adult, 87% child).
Standard Smart Brake Support, blind-spot monitoring and lane keep on hatch.
The 2.5-litre petrol returns solid real-world economy in the mid-20s combined with regular unleaded. Cylinder deactivation helps on steady highway runs. AWD versions drop a few mpg.
Service follows the onboard monitor. Maximum interval is 10,000 miles or 12 months for oil and filter under normal conditions. severe use shortens it to 5,000 miles or 6 months. Inspections cover belts, brakes and fluids at each visit.
Crash protection is strong. The structure earned Good scores across IIHS tests including passenger-side small overlap and a full 5-star Euro NCAP result. Standard kit on the hatch includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise, lane departure warning and blind-spot alert.
Keep the car with regular tyre rotations and fluid checks. The synthetic oil and long spark-plug life reduce routine costs. High-tensile steel and i-Activsense systems help maintain value and safety over time.
Length 4460 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1435 mm, Wheelbase 2725 mm (3 2019-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2019 Mazda3 Hatchback technical specifications, UK Price & Spec Guide, Características Mazda-3-2019.pdf).