Mazda 3 2019– car dimensions: 4460 mm long, 1795 mm wide and 1435 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,400 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin features an 8.8-inch or 10.25-inch centre display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard across the range, often wireless on higher grades. Dual-zone climate control is fitted from mid trims up, with manual air conditioning on base models. Radar cruise control with stop-and-go is standard, along with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist and a reversing camera. Front and rear parking sensors appear only on top trims. The interior feels well-built and driver-focused for daily use, with clear controls and strong standard safety aids that reduce stress in traffic.
Boot space measures 334 litres with seats up, rising to 1026 litres with the 60/40 rear seats folded. The opening is wide but the load lip is high, so everyday shopping or weekend bags fit easily while bulkier items need more effort.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1300 kg in most markets, with unbraked limited to 600 kg. Payload sits around 485 kg depending on specification. The car suits light leisure towing or occasional loads but is not built for heavy work use.
The cabin offers a driver-focused layout with high-quality materials and a quiet feel from improved insulation. Higher grades add dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, power driver's seat with lumbar and memory, leather or leatherette trim, and a power glass moonroof. Seats provide good support for long drives with adjustable headrests and a 60/40 split rear bench.
Fuel economy up to 26 city/36 highway/30 combined mpg EPA on base 2.5L FWD automatic
Service interval every 10,000 miles or 12 months for oil and filter under normal conditions
NHTSA 5-star overall safety rating
IIHS Top Safety Pick+
Standard i-Activsense suite including Smart Brake Support with pedestrian detection, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, and Driver Attention Alert
Standard airbags: dual front, side, curtain, and knee
Fuel use varies by engine and drive. The base 2.5-liter returns EPA estimates of 26/36/30 mpg FWD automatic or similar with AWD slightly lower. Turbo models rate around 23/31/26 mpg. Mild-hybrid versions in some markets show lower combined figures around 5.9 L/100 km.
Servicing follows the onboard reminder with oil and filter changes at a maximum of 10,000 miles or 12 months under normal driving. Severe conditions shorten this to 5,000 miles or 6 months. Spark plugs last longer on non-turbo engines. Coolant first changes at 120,000 miles.
Safety includes a full set of airbags and the i-Activsense package as standard across grades. Crash tests give 5 stars from NHTSA for frontal, side, and rollover. IIHS awards Top Safety Pick+ with Good ratings in key crashworthiness tests. Euro NCAP scored 5 stars on the 2019 generation with high adult occupant protection.
Keep the car with routine multi-point inspections at each service visit. Warranty covers 3 years/36,000 miles basic and 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain. Tire rotations and filter checks form part of the regular schedule to maintain reliability.
Length 4460 mm, Width 1795 mm, Height 1435 mm, Wheelbase 2725 mm (3 2019-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mazda owner's manual, Mazda UK brochure/prices & specs PDF, Mazda US 2025 spec deck and dealer pages.