Under the Hood
The 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the Mazda3 i has variable valve timing and develops 148 horsepower (144 hp in PZEV form). The Mazda3 s uses a 2.3-liter four-cylinder that pumps out 156 hp. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard, and a four-speed automatic transmission with a manual-shift provision is optional for the Mazda3 i. The 2.3-liter engine can mate with a five-speed automatic.
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Meters and Gauges
(Black-out meter)
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges
illuminate.
1. Speedometer
2. Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector
3. Tachometer
4. Engine Coola ...
Two Strikes Against
The two strikes against the 2009 Mazda3 are its crash tests and its gas
mileage. With the crash tests, the problem isn't the results, it's the lack
thereof. The Insurance Institute for Highway Saf ...
Trailer Towing
The Mazda3 is not designed for towing.
Never tow a trailer with your Mazda3. ...