MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic

Mazda 3 2016 1.5 diesel description

Sedan MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic has been produced from January, 2016 to January, 2019. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 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 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.1 litres.

MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.

The fuel consumption of this version of MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic reported by owners in daily driving mode is 6.6 litres per 100km.

With the same engine there is also Mazda 3 version with manual gearbox (MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D MT) available, which users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 21 % - 5.2 litres per 100 km.
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MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic technical data

Model: MAZDA 3 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2016. January ... 2019. January 
Engine: 1498 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 105 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 270 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: no data Acceleration 0-100 km/h: no data
Fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100km (35.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 51 litres (13.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.58m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.45m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters
Ground clearance: 155 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 419 litres

MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic engine S5-DPTS

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 1498 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 76 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82.6 mm
Compression ratio 14.8 : 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 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 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.1 litres (5.4 quarts)
Power 105 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 220 - 270 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 2014
Duration of production 10 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 2017 onwards.

Engine also used on Mazda 2

All Mazda 3 sedan [2016 - 2019] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-G

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 100 HP - Manual (6)
Mazda 3 2016 Sedan 1.5 1.5 Petrol 120 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.5 Diesel 105 HP 3.8 l/100km Manual (6)
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic 1.5 Diesel 105 HP - Automatic (6)
Mazda 3 2016 Sedan 1.6 1.6 Petrol 104 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 2.0L SKYACTIV-G

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 120 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6)
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 2.0L SKYACTIV-G Automatic 2.0 Petrol 120 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
Mazda 3 2018 2.0 SkyActiv-G Jan 2018 — Dec 2018 2.0 Petrol 155 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Mazda 3 2018 2.0 SkyActiv-G Automatic Jan 2018 — Dec 2018 2.0 Petrol 155 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 2.2L SKYACTIV-D

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds

2.2 Diesel 150 HP 3.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Mazda 3 2018 2.5 SkyActiv-G Jan 2018 — Dec 2018

Most powerfull petrol version (184 HP)

2.5 Petrol 184 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Mazda 3 2018 2.5 SkyActiv-G Automatic Jan 2018 — Dec 2018

Most powerfull petrol version (184 HP)

2.5 Petrol 184 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
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