Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 diesel description

Hatchback Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GT1544V turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mazda 3 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 182 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD fuel consumption is 4.8 litres per 100km (20.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mazda 3 2006 - 2009 versions, fuel consumption in city - 6.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1140 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1340 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100 km, which is 25% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 3 fuel consumption.

Mazda 3 safety

During safety testing Mazda 3 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda 3 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Mazda 3 got two stars.

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD technical data

Model: Mazda 3 1.6 CiTD
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2006. September ... 2009. January 
Engine: 1560 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 128 g/km
Power: 109 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 182 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.8 (combined) 6.1 (urban) 4.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6 l/100km (39.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.42m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 300 litres
Trunk max capacity: 635 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1825 kg

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD engine Y601, Y642

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1560 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 75 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain and belt
Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.8 litres (4 quarts)
Power 109 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 11 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards.

All Mazda 3 hatchback [2006 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Mazda 3 2006 1.3 1.4 S-VT Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 84 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 1.6 Petrol 105 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Only version with automatic transmission

1.6 Petrol 105 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 90 HP 4.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CiTD Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.6 Diesel 109 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 2.0 S-VT Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2007 2.0 CiTD hp Apr 2007 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP)

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Mazda 3 2006 2.3 MPS Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds

2.3 Petrol 265 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Mazda 3 2006 reviews
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