Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 145 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mazda 3 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.

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

The fuel consumption of this Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 13% 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.

With the same engine there is also Mazda 3 version with automatic gearbox (Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 12.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km.
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT technical data

Model: Mazda 3 1.6 S-VT
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2006. September ... 2009. January 
Engine: 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 162 g/km
Power: 105 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 145 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 182 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.9 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100km (30.2 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: 1725 kg

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT engine B6-DE

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 1597 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 78 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83.6 mm
Compression ratio 9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts)
Power 105 - 115 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 135 - 145 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1993
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on Mazda Xedos 6 Mazda MX-3 Kia RIO Kia Cerato Kia Carens

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

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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