Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic
Mazda 323 1998 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic has been produced from August, 1998 to January, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 114 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda 323 1998 - 2001 version and torque 161 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. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 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
This Mazda 323 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.5 litres.
Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 323 fuel consumption.
Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic technical data
| Model: | Mazda 323 1.8i Automatic | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1998. August ... 2001. January | ||
| Engine: | 1840 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 215 g/km |
| Power: | 114 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 161 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 (combined) 12.2 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km (24.2 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) | ||
Mazda 323 1998 1.8i Automatic engine FP-DE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 1839 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.1 : 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 1.8i Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.5 litres (3.7 quarts) |
| Power | 90 - 135 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 - 165 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 7 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 2000 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Mazda 626 Mazda Premacy |
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 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) |
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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) |