MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D

Mazda 3 2016 1.5 diesel description

Sedan MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 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 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 186 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 3.8 litres per 100km (26.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mazda 3 2016 - 2019 version, city fuel economy - 4.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 51 litres or 13.47 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1340 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1440 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100 km, which is 37% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 3 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Mazda 3 version with automatic gearbox (MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D Automatic AT) available, which users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 27 % - 6.6 litres per 100 km.
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MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D technical data

Model: MAZDA 3 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D
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: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 186 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.8 (combined) 4.3 (urban) 3.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.2 l/100km (45.2 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
Gross weight: 1870 kg

MAZDA 3 2016 / Axela Sedan 1.5L SKYACTIV-D 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 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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