Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT
Mazda 6 2005 2.3 petrol description
Hatchback Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT has been produced from July, 2005 to November, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 166 horsepower on 6500 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mazda 6 2005 - 2007 version and torque 207 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 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 6 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 211 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100km (11.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 64 litres or 16.91 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mazda real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mazda 6 fuel consumption.
Mazda 6 safety
During safety testing Mazda 6 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mazda 6 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Mazda 6 got one star.

Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT technical data
Model: | Mazda 6 Sport 2.3 S-VT | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2005. July ... 2007. November | ||
Engine: | 2261 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 207 g/km |
Power: | 166 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 207 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 211 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.7 (combined) 11.7 (urban) 6.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres (16.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.69m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 130 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 492 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1662 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1940 kg |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT 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 |
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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 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
Power | 150 - 180 HP ON 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 - 220 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 16 years |
Engine also used on | Mazda 3 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 6 hatchback [2005 - 2007] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mazda 6 2005 Sport 1.8
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.0 S-VT | 2.0 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.0 S-VT Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 147 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.0 CiTD 121 Hp
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 121 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.0 CiTD 143 Hp
Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 143 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 166 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mazda 6 2005 Sport 2.3 S-VT Automatic
Most powerfull petrol version (166 HP) |
2.3 Petrol | 166 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |