Under the Hood
Mazda3 models now offer a choice of engines:
- Standard 148-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that teams with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission
- Optional 167-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic
- Automatic transmission models include a clutchless-manual mode that lets the driver control gear changes by nudging the console gear selector up or down.
See also:
Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch
WARNING:
Do not deactivate the passenger air bag unnecessarily:
Unnecessary deactivation of the passenger air bag is dangerous. If turned off
unnecessarily, the passenger will not receive the added ...
Modestly Powered Base Engine
The base 161-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder provides acceptable
performance in city and suburban settings. Acceleration is quick enough, letting
you keep pace with traffic. Where the engine s ...
Audio Control Switch Operation
When the audio unit is turned on,
operation of the audio unit from the
steering wheel is possible.
NOTE:
Because the audio unit will be turned off under
the following conditions, the switches wil ...