Mazda 3 2009 2.3 MPS
Mazda 3 2009 2.3 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 3 2009 2.3 MPS has been produced from September, 2009 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 260 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda 3 2009 - 2011 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 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 2009 2.3 MPS has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mazda 3 2009 2.3 MPS accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 3 2009 2.3 MPS in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 10.1 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 3 fuel consumption.
Mazda 3 safety
During safety testing Mazda 3 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda 3 is evaluated with very good rate 86 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection Mazda 3 got 51 points from 100.
Mazda 3 safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.
Mazda 3 2009 2.3 MPS technical data
| Model: | Mazda 3 2.3 MPS | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2009. September ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 2261 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 224 g/km |
| Power: | 260 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 380 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 (combined) 13.2 (urban) 7.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.1 l/100km (23.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.51m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 340 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1360 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1925 kg | ||
Mazda 3 2009 2.3 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 2009 2.3 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 |
| Engine also used on | Mazda CX-7 |
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All Mazda 3 hatchback [2009 - 2011] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mazda 3 2009 1.6
Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 3 2009 1.6 Automatic Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Mazda 3 2009 1.6 CD 109 Hp Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 | 1.6 Diesel | 109 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mazda 3 2010 1.6 CD 115 Hp
Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 115 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Mazda 3 2009 2.0 Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Mazda 3 2009 2.0 Automatic Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| Mazda 3 2009 2.2 2.0 CD | 2.2 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Mazda 3 2009 2.2 CD
Most powerfull diesel version (185 HP) |
2.2 Diesel | 185 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Mazda 3 2009 2.3 MPS
Sep 2009 — Jan 2011 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 260 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Mazda 3 2009 2.5 | 2.5 Petrol | 167 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Mazda 3 2009 2.5 Automatic | 2.5 Petrol | 167 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) |