| 2008 Mazda3 Sport Specifications | ||||
| Engine | ||||
| Type | 2.3L Inline 4-cylinder | |||
| Valve gear | DOHC 16-valve | |||
| Displacement | 2260 cc | |||
| Bore and stroke | 87.5 x 94.0 mm | |||
| Compression ratio | 9.7:1 | |||
| Horsepower, SAE net* | 156 @ 6500 RPM | |||
| Torque, SAE net lb. ft. | 150 @ 4000 RPM | |||
| Fuel system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) | |||
| Recommended fuel | Regular (Unleaded) | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Type | Transverse front engine / front-wheel drive | |||
| Clutch type | Single Dry Plate with Diaphragm Spring (Except AT) | |||
| Transmission | 5-speed manual Optional: 5-speed Sport mode AT with overdrive |
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| Transmission | 5MT | 5AT Sport | ||
| Gear ratios: 1st | 3.307 | 3.620 | ||
| 2nd | 1.842 | 1.925 | ||
| 3rd | 1.310 | 1.285 | ||
| 4th | 0.970 | 0.933 | ||
| 5th | 0.755 | 0.692 | ||
| Reverse | 3.166 | 3.405 | ||
| Final drive | 4.105 | 3.863 | ||
| Electrical System | ||||
| Type | 12 Volt | |||
| Battery | 80D26L | |||
| Alternator | 12 Volt - 90 amp | |||
| Starter | 1.4kW | |||
| Ignition system | Breakerless electronic | |||
| Chassis | ||||
| Frame | Unit body (Monocoque) with side door impact protection beams and Triple “H” construction | |||
| Front suspension | Independent, strut type, coil springs, stabilizer bar | |||
| Rear suspension | Independent, multi-link type, coil springs, stabilizer bar | |||
| Shock absorbers | Telescopic-type, double acting | |||
| Steering | Rack and pinion with Electro Hydraulic Power Assist Steering | |||
| Steering ratio | 14.6 : 1 | |||
| Steering wheel turns | 2.9 (lock to lock) | |||
| Min. turning circle | 10.4m (curb to curb) | |||
| Brakes | Power-assisted front and rear disc brakes Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBFD) |
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| Wheels | 16” alloy wheels (GS) 17” alloy wheels (GT) |
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| Tires | 205/55R16 all-season tires (GS) 205/50R17 all-season tires (GT) |
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| Curb weight (kg) | 1,325kg (MT) / 1,349kg (AT) without A/C 1,337kg (MT) / 1,361kg (AT) with A/C |
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| Capacities | ||||
| Seating | 5 | |||
| Washer fluid tank | 4.0L | |||
| Fuel tank | 55L | |||
| Crankcase | 3.8L | |||
| Coolant capacity | 7.5L | |||
| External Dimensions (mm) | ||||
| Wheelbase | 2,640 | |||
| Track (fr/rr) | 1,530 / 1,515 | |||
| Overall length | 4,485 | |||
| Overall width | 1,755 | |||
| Overall height | 1,465 | |||
| Ground clearance | 145 | |||
| Internal Dimensions (mm) | ||||
| Headroom(fr/rr) | 994 mm / 976 mm (without Moonroof) 971 mm / 974 mm (with Moonroof) |
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| Legroom (fr/rr) | 1,065 mm / 922 mm | |||
| Shoulder room (fr/rr) | 1,394 mm / 1,371 mm | |||
| Passenger volume | 2698.6L | |||
| Trunk room capacity | 484.2L | |||
| Trunk room capacity (rear seats folded) | 1240.3 L | |||
| Total interior volume | 3,182.8L | |||
| Fuel Economy Ratings** | ||||
| 5MT | 5AT | |||
| City | 9.2L/100km | 9.4L/100km | ||
| Highway | 6.7L/100km | 6.9L/100km | ||
| Estimated Performance Data | ||||
| Top Speed (km/h) | 188 (with speed limiter) | |||
| *Horsepower calculated using SAE method, revised August 2004. | ||||
| **Estimated fuel economy. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. | ||||
| 2008 Mazda3 Sport Features | ||
| S=Standard O=Optional LP=Luxury Package | ||
| Engineering Features | GS | GT |
| 2.3L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine | S | S |
| 5-speed manual transmission | S | S |
| 5-speed Sport mode automatic transmission | O | O |
| Power-assisted ventilated front and rear disc brakes | S | S |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) with EBFD | S | S |
| Front wheel drive | S | S |
| Rack and pinion steering with variable power assist | S | S |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | S | S |
| Side door impact protection beams | S | S |
| Tires and Wheels | GS | GT |
| 16’ alloy wheels | S | -- |
| 205/55R16 all-season tires | S | -- |
| 17’ alloy wheels | -- | S |
| 205/50R17 all-season tires | -- | S |
| Temporary spare tire | S | S |
| Exterior Features | GS | GT |
| Body coloured outer door handles | S | S |
| Body coloured protective bodyside mouldings | S | S |
| Sporty bumpers | S | S |
| Side sills extensions | S | S |
| Body coloured front grille | S | S |
| Body coloured rear spoiler | -- | S |
| Body coloured manual remote-control door mirrors | S | -- |
| Body coloured power operated, heated door mirrors | -- | S |
| Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers | S | S |
| Rear window defroster | S | S |
| Sporty exhaust outlet garnish | S | S |
| Auto light control | S | S |
| Sporty fog lights | S | S |
| Halogen headlamps | S | S |
| Xenon (HID) headlamps with manual leveling | -- | LP |
| LED “Hanabi” Tail Lamps | -- | S |
| White side turn markers | S | S |
| Roof Rack mounting hardware | S | S |
| Intermittent rear wiper | S | S |
| Audio System | GS | GT |
| AM/FM CD player with clock and 4 speakers | S | -- |
| AM/FM CD player with clock, 4 speakers and 2 tweeters | -- | S |
| 6-Disc in-dash CD changer | -- | LP |
| Steering wheel-mounted audio controls | S | S |
| Auxiliary input | S | S |
| Interior Features | GS | GT |
| Air conditioning | O | S |
| Micron air filter | O | S |
| Automatic climate control | -- | LP |
| Exterior temperature gauge | S | S |
| Steering wheel-mounted cruise control | -- | S |
| Tilt steering wheel | S | S |
| Telescopic steering wheel | S | S |
| Internal fuel door release | S | S |
| Power door locks | S | S |
| Central locking switch on driver and front passenger doors | S | S |
| Keyless entry with 2 action unlock feature (2 key fobs) | S | S |
| Illuminated entry | S | S |
| Power windows with driver’s one-touch down feature | S | S |
| Power window switch (driver side only) illumination | S | S |
| Mechanical dial type HVAC controls | S | S |
| Rear heater ducts | S | S |
| Trunk/ cargo light | S | S |
| Covered driver and passenger vanity mirrors | S | S |
| Passenger assist grips (3) | S | S |
| Coat hooks (2) | S | S |
| Front ashtray and cigarette lighter | S | S |
| 12V power outlet | S | S |
| Driver-side footrest | S | S |
| Day/night rearview mirror | S | S |
| Dual front cupholders | S | S |
| Map Lamps | S | S |
| Power glass moonroof | -- | O |
| Interior Features: Seating and Trim | GS | GT |
| Sport type cloth seats | S | S |
| Heated driver and front passenger seats | -- | S |
| Leather seats | -- | LP |
| Reclining front bucket seats with thigh support | S | S |
| Adjustable driver’s seat lifter and lumbar support | S | S |
| 60/40 split double fold-down rear seatback | S | S |
| Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel | -- | S |
| Leather-wrapped shift knob | -- | S |
| Silver finish on inner door handle | S | S |
| Carbon-like finish on center panel | S | S |
| Molded cloth door trim | S | S |
| Molded leather-like door trim | -- | LP |
| Custom fitted floor mats | S | S |
| Unwoven cloth interior carpeting | S | S |
| Interior Features: Storage | GS | GT |
| Cargo management system | S | S |
| Double center console box with lid | S | S |
| Rear center armrest with 2 cupholders | S | S |
| Front door storage pockets with bottle holders | S | S |
| Rear door bottle holders | S | S |
| Glove compartment (lockable) | S | S |
| Driver’s side seatback pocket | S | S |
| Interior Features: Instrument Panel | GS | GT |
| Tri-mode electroluminescent gauges | S | S |
| Ignition key illumination | S | S |
| Tachometer | S | S |
| Engine coolant temperature gauge | S | S |
| Warning lights for oil pressure, check engine, low washer fluid, low fuel level and door ajar | S | S |
| Warning lights for airbags | S | S |
| Trip computer with fuel economy, speed, and distance data | S | S |
| Interior Features: Safety and Security | GS | GT |
| Dual front airbags | S | S |
| Front side airbags | S | S |
| Side air curtain | S | S |
| Engine immobilizer theft deterrent system | S | S |
| Anti-theft alarm system | -- | S |
| Whiplash-reducing adjustable front seat head restraints | S | S |
| Adjustable rear seat headrests | S | S |
| Adjustable front safety belt anchors | S | S |
| Integrated child seat anchor brackets | S | S |
| 3-point rear safety belts | S | S |
| Driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioners and load limiters | S | S |
| Child-proof door locks | S | S |
| 2008 Mazda3 Sport Specifications | ||||
| Engine | ||||
| Type | 2.3L Inline 4-cylinder | |||
| Valve gear | DOHC 16-valve | |||
| Displacement | 2260 cc | |||
| Bore and stroke | 87.5 x 94.0 mm | |||
| Compression ratio | 9.7:1 | |||
| Horsepower, SAE net* | 156 @ 6500 RPM | |||
| Torque, SAE net lb. ft. | 150 @ 4000 RPM | |||
| Fuel system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) | |||
| Recommended fuel | Regular (Unleaded) | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Type | Transverse front engine / front-wheel drive | |||
| Clutch type | Single Dry Plate with Diaphragm Spring (Except AT) | |||
| Transmission | 5-speed manual Optional: 5-speed Sport mode AT with overdrive |
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| Transmission | 5MT | 5AT Sport | ||
| Gear ratios: 1st | 3.307 | 3.620 | ||
| 2nd | 1.842 | 1.925 | ||
| 3rd | 1.310 | 1.285 | ||
| 4th | 0.970 | 0.933 | ||
| 5th | 0.755 | 0.692 | ||
| Reverse | 3.166 | 3.405 | ||
| Final drive | 4.105 | 3.863 | ||
| Electrical System | ||||
| Type | 12 Volt | |||
| Battery | 80D26L | |||
| Alternator | 12 Volt - 90 amp | |||
| Starter | 1.4kW | |||
| Ignition system | Breakerless electronic | |||
| Chassis | ||||
| Frame | Unit body (Monocoque) with side door impact protection beams and Triple “H” construction | |||
| Front suspension | Independent, strut type, coil springs, stabilizer bar | |||
| Rear suspension | Independent, multi-link type, coil springs, stabilizer bar | |||
| Shock absorbers | Telescopic-type, double acting | |||
| Steering | Rack and pinion with Electro Hydraulic Power Assist Steering | |||
| Steering ratio | 14.6 : 1 | |||
| Steering wheel turns | 2.9 (lock to lock) | |||
| Min. turning circle | 10.4m (curb to curb) | |||
| Brakes | Power-assisted front and rear disc brakes Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBFD) |
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| Wheels | 16” alloy wheels (GS) 17” alloy wheels (GT) |
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| Tires | 205/55R16 all-season tires (GS) 205/50R17 all-season tires (GT) |
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| Curb weight (kg) | 1,325kg (MT) / 1,349kg (AT) without A/C 1,337kg (MT) / 1,361kg (AT) with A/C |
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| Capacities | ||||
| Seating | 5 | |||
| Washer fluid tank | 4.0L | |||
| Fuel tank | 55L | |||
| Crankcase | 3.8L | |||
| Coolant capacity | 7.5L | |||
| External Dimensions (mm) | ||||
| Wheelbase | 2,640 | |||
| Track (fr/rr) | 1,530 / 1,515 | |||
| Overall length | 4,485 | |||
| Overall width | 1,755 | |||
| Overall height | 1,465 | |||
| Ground clearance | 145 | |||
| Internal Dimensions (mm) | ||||
| Headroom(fr/rr) | 994 mm / 976 mm (without Moonroof) 971 mm / 974 mm (with Moonroof) |
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| Legroom (fr/rr) | 1,065 mm / 922 mm | |||
| Shoulder room (fr/rr) | 1,394 mm / 1,371 mm | |||
| Passenger volume | 2698.6L | |||
| Trunk room capacity | 484.2L | |||
| Trunk room capacity (rear seats folded) | 1240.3 L | |||
| Total interior volume | 3,182.8L | |||
| Fuel Economy Ratings** | ||||
| 5MT | 5AT | |||
| City | 9.2L/100km | 9.4L/100km | ||
| Highway | 6.7L/100km | 6.9L/100km | ||
| Estimated Performance Data | ||||
| Top Speed (km/h) | 188 (with speed limiter) | |||
| *Horsepower calculated using SAE method, revised August 2004. | ||||
| **Estimated fuel economy. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. | ||||