Petrol
2012 Mazda 3
The 2012 Mazda 3 is a sedan. It has a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine producing 155 hp (116 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.0 seconds and top speed is 120 mph (193 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Mazda | Model | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | Mazda 2012 3 |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Brilliant Black, Crystal White Pearl Mica, Liquid Silver Metallic, Dolphin Gray Mica, Graphite Mica, Velocity Red Mica, Celestial Blue Mica, Gunmetal Blue Mica, Sky Blue Mica |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Japan |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S5) |
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 2,500 cc |
| Power | 155 hp / 116 kW | Torque | 200 Nm / 148 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.0 sec | Top Speed | 120 mph (193 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 22 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,250 kg (2,756 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SEDANS
Compared with other 2012 sedans in our database, its 155 hp is 44% less than the average 2012 sedan (276 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.0 seconds slower than average, and it is 23% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2012 Mazda 3 | Average 2012 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 155 hp | 276 hp (119 cars) | -44% |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 355 Nm (119 cars) | -44% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.0 s | 7.0 s (121 cars) | +15% |
| Top speed | 120 mph | 137 mph (121 cars) | -13% |
| Kerb weight | 1,250 kg | 1,623 kg (138 cars) | -23% |
| Engine size | 2,500 cc | 3,193 cc (135 cars) | -22% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2012 sedans with similar power to the 2012 Mazda 3.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 155 hp | 8.0 s | 1,250 kg |
| 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | 160 hp | 7.8 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 150 hp | 8.0 s | 1,345 kg |
| 2012 Ford Focus Electric | 160 hp | 9.0 s | 1,305 kg |
| 2012 Subaru Impreza AWD | 148 hp | 9.0 s | 1,280 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre