What Changed

All Mazda3 models wear a new front fascia and lower rear bumper. Modifications to the interior include numerous changes to materials and colors. Mazda3i Touring and Grand Touring models now equip a new 2.0l four-cylinder engine and six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Mazda also made a number of changes to standard equipment during the mid-cycle refresh.

Comparison to Prior Model

2012.5 Mazda MAZDA3 2012 Mazda MAZDA3
2012.5 Mazda MAZDA3 2012 Mazda MAZDA3
Price Range ($) $15,200 - $23,700 $15,800 - $25,205
Length (in) 180.7 180.7
Wheelbase (in) 103.9 103.9
Width (in) 69.1 69.1
Height (in) 57.9 57.9
Track (in) 60.4 60.4
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 365.7 365.7
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2866-3103 2868-3025
Legroom Total (in.) 78.0 78.0
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 93.9 93.9
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 2.0l I4 (148-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 (155-bhp)
  • 2.5l I4 (167-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 (148-bhp)
  • 2.5l I4 (167-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A6, M5, M6 A5, M5, M6
City MPG 20-28 20-25
Highway MPG 28-40 28-33
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