Mazda 323 1998 1.5i
Mazda 323 1998 1.5 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 323 1998 1.5i has been produced from August, 1998 to February, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.5 litres, which produces power of 88 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 132 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Mazda 323 1.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Mazda 323 1998 1.5i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 323 1998 1.5i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 177 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 323 1998 1.5i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.5 litres per 100km (13.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mazda is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mazda 323 fuel consumption.
Mazda 323 1998 1.5i technical data
| Model: | Mazda 323 1.5i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1998. August ... 2001. February | ||
| Engine: | 1498 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 179 g/km |
| Power: | 88 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 132 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 6.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.20m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 355 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1000 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1625 kg | ||
Mazda 323 1998 1.5i engine B5-ME
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 | 1498 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 78.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Mazda 323 1998 1.5i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
| Power | 75 - 100 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 - 130 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1992 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Mazda Demio |
All Mazda 323 hatchback [1998 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mazda 323 1999 1.3i
Mar 1999 — Feb 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mazda 323 1998 1.5i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.5 Petrol | 88 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Mazda 323 1998 1.5i Automatic | 1.5 Petrol | 88 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
|
Mazda 323 1998 1.8i
Aug 1998 — Jan 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 114 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic
Aug 1998 — Jan 2001 Most powerfull petrol version (114 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 114 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Mazda 323 1998 2.0 D Aug 1998 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Diesel | 72 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Mazda 323 1998 2.0 DiTD
Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |