Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 diesel description
Hatchback Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD has been produced from January, 2006 to December, 2009. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 215 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and MHI TD025 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mazda 3 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 174 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.7 litres per 100km (21.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mazda 3 2006 - 2009 version, city fuel economy - 6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1160 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1360 kilometers on highway.
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 1.6 CD technical data
Model: | Mazda 3 1.6 CD | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2006. January ... 2009. December | ||
Engine: | 1560 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 215 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 174 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 (combined) 6.0 (urban) 4.0 (highway) | ||
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: | 1800 kg |
Mazda 3 2006 1.6 CD engine Y406, Y646
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 | 1560 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 75 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.3 mm |
Compression ratio | 18.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
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 2006 1.6 CD oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
Power | 90 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 - 215 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 11 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 2007 onwards. |
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All Mazda 3 hatchback [2006 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |