Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 174 km/h.

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100 km, which is 12% 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 manual gearbox (Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 11.7 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 6.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km.
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic technical data

Model: Mazda 3 1.6 S-VT Automatic
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2006. September ... 2009. January 
Engine: 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 183 g/km
Power: 105 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 145 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 174 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.8 (combined) 10.2 (urban) 6.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.7 l/100km (27 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: 1750 kg

Mazda 3 2006 1.6 S-VT Automatic 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 Automatic 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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