Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3
Mazda 3 2006 2.3 petrol description
Sedan Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 has been produced from January, 2006 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 203 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. 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
The cooling system pump and thermostat, engine mounts (which can cause vibration), lambda ...
This Mazda 3 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 44 litres or 11.62 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 460 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 540 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 Sedan 2.3 technical data
| Model: | Mazda 3 Sedan 2.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2006. January ... 2009. January | ||
| Engine: | 2260 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 156 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 203 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 (combined) 10.7 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 litres (11.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1285 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 engine L3-VE
Engine reliability and common problems:
The cooling system pump and thermostat, engine mounts (which can cause vibration), lambda sensor, and intake manifold adjuster are the most common problems with this engine.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.
| Engine displacement | 2261 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 94 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.6 : 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 Sedan 2.3 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
| Power | 150 - 180 HP ON 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 - 220 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2002 |
| Duration of production | 16 years |
| Engine also used on | Mazda 6 Mazda Tribute |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Mazda 3 sedan [2006 - 2009] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mazda 3 2006 1.3 Sedan 1.4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 84 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 1.6 Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 1.6 Automatic Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 1.6 TD 90 Hp
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 1.6 TD 109 Hp Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 | 1.6 Diesel | 109 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.0 Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mazda 3 2007 Sedan 2.0 TD
Mar 2007 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 | 2.3 Petrol | 156 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 Automatic | 2.3 Petrol | 156 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 T
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 260 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |