Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 T
Mazda 3 2006 2.3 petrol description
Sedan Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 T 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 260 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda 3 2006 - 2009 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. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 200 000 and 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 2006 Sedan 2.3 T has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 T accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 T fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km (10.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 10.2 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 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 T technical data
| Model: | Mazda 3 Sedan 2.3 T | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2006. January ... 2009. January | ||
| Engine: | 2261 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 260 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 380 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 (combined) 13.5 (urban) 7.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.2 l/100km (23.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.78m (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) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1910 kg | ||
Mazda 3 2006 Sedan 2.3 T 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 2006 Sedan 2.3 T 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 |
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 2008 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Mazda CX-7 |
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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) |