Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i (3 door)
Mazda 323 1998 1.3 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i has been produced from December, 1998 to December, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 108 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 410 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mazda 323 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.2 litres.
Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 164 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100km (13.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mazda 323 1998 - 2001 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 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 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 323 fuel consumption.

Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i technical data
Model: | Mazda 323 P 1.3i | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1998. December ... 2000. December | ||
Engine: | 1324 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 177 g/km |
Power: | 75 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 108 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 164 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.04m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.40m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 304 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1510 kg |
Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i engine B3 16V
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 1323 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.6 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 P 1.3i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.2 litres (3.4 quarts) |
Power | 65 - 75 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 - 110 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1987 |
Duration of production | 18 years |
All Mazda 323 hatchback [1998 - 2001] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda 323 1998 P 1.3i
Dec 1998 — Dec 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 323 1998 P 1.5i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.8 seconds |
1.5 Petrol | 88 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 323 1998 P 1.5i Automatic
Dec 1998 — Dec 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (88 HP) |
1.5 Petrol | 88 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mazda 323 1998 P 2.0 D | 2.0 Diesel | 71 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |