Mazda 3 2006 MPS

Mazda 3 2006 2.3 petrol description

Hatchback Mazda 3 2006 MPS has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 265 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda 3 2006 - 2009 version and torque 380 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and WarnerHitachi K04 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand 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 
Although the engine has a chain, its capacity is quite limited. The engine also requires high  ...  This Mazda 3 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.

Mazda 3 2006 MPS has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 3 2006 MPS accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mazda 3 2006 MPS fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 10.6 litres per 100 km, which is 9% 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 MPS

Mazda 3 2006 MPS technical data

Model: Mazda 3 MPS
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2006. September ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2261 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 231 g/km
Power: 265 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 380 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.7 (combined) 13.5 (urban) 7.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.6 l/100km (22.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.44m (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: 1229 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1910 kg

Mazda 3 2006 MPS engine L3-VDT

Engine reliability and common problems:

Although the engine has a chain, its capacity is quite limited. The engine also requires high quality fuel and tends to use more oil at higher mileages.
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2261 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 94 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mazda 3 2006 MPS oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.7 litres (6 quarts)
Power 235 - 275 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 350 - 380 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 8 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 2008 onwards.

Engine also used on Mazda CX-7

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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