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Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 61 recorded runs

Mazda Mazda3 0–60 Times

The Mazda Mazda3 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 61 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Mazda Mazda3 is the 2021 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.60 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.10 seconds at 99.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Mazda Mazda3 is the 2011 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan, which took 9.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.90 seconds at 82.7 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Mazda Mazda3 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.54 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.82 seconds at 89.37 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.60sec 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 7.54sec Across 61 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.82sec @ 89.4 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.10sec 2011 i Touring
2025 Mazda Mazda3

Across 61 verified runs, the Mazda Mazda3 ranges from 5.60 to 9.10 seconds 0–60, with a 7.54-second average.

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Mazda Mazda3 Performance Overview

Mazda3 performance spans 61 independently verified tests across 2004 to 2025, tracing the model from compact, naturally aspirated beginnings to today’s quicker turbocharged form. The BK generation (2004–2009) used MZR 2.3-liter inline-four power in 156–160 hp form, with early benchmarks including the 2004 s 5-door Hatchback at 7.4 seconds to 60 mph and the 2007 s Touring Sedan at 7.3. BL models (2010–2013) kept gasoline-only, naturally aspirated power through 148–167 hp 2.0-, 2.3-, and 2.5-liter fours; the quickest tested example, the 2010 s Sport 5-door Hatchback, also reached 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, while the slower end of the dataset includes the 2011 i Touring Sedan at 9.1.

With BM/BN (2014–2018), Mazda3 moved into the mid-6-second range as Skyactiv-era gasoline engines from 155 to 184 hp improved pace; the 2017 Grand Touring Sedan ran 0-60 in 6.8 seconds. The current BP generation, on sale since 2019, widened the spread from naturally aspirated 186-hp trims to 250-hp turbocharged versions. Its defining result is the 5.6-second 0-60 time from the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan, which also posted a 14.1-second quarter-mile at 99 mph. Today, the Mazda3 remains a gasoline-only lineup, offered in sedan and hatchback forms, with BP cars delivering the quickest verified performance yet.

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Mazda Mazda3 0–60 Times by Generation: BK to BP

4 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
BP 2019–present 7.02s 5.60s — 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan 17 The BP generation (2019–present) averaged 7.02 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan at 5.60 seconds. Output ranged from 186 to 250 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L Turbo I-4 configurations.
BM/BN 2014–2018 7.48s 6.80s — 2017 Grand Touring Sedan 20 The BM/BN generation (2014–2018) averaged 7.48 seconds to 60 mph across 20 tests, led by the 2017 Grand Touring Sedan at 6.80 seconds. Output ranged from 155 to 184 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.5L I-4 configurations.
BL 2010–2013 7.95s 7.30s — 2010 s Sport 5-door Hatchback 17 The BL generation (2010–2013) averaged 7.95 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2010 s Sport 5-door Hatchback at 7.30 seconds. Output ranged from 148 to 167 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.5L I-4 configurations.
BK 2004–2009 7.94s 7.30s — 2007 s Touring Sedan 7 The BK generation (2004–2009) averaged 7.94 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2007 s Touring Sedan at 7.30 seconds. Output ranged from 156 to 160 hp across 2.3L I-4 configurations.
BP 2019–present
Avg 0–60 7.02s
Fastest 5.60s
Tests 17
2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan
The BP generation (2019–present) averaged 7.02 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan at 5.60 seconds. Output ranged from 186 to 250 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L Turbo I-4 configurations.
BM/BN 2014–2018
Avg 0–60 7.48s
Fastest 6.80s
Tests 20
2017 Grand Touring Sedan
The BM/BN generation (2014–2018) averaged 7.48 seconds to 60 mph across 20 tests, led by the 2017 Grand Touring Sedan at 6.80 seconds. Output ranged from 155 to 184 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.5L I-4 configurations.
BL 2010–2013
Avg 0–60 7.95s
Fastest 7.30s
Tests 17
2010 s Sport 5-door Hatchback
The BL generation (2010–2013) averaged 7.95 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2010 s Sport 5-door Hatchback at 7.30 seconds. Output ranged from 148 to 167 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.5L I-4 configurations.
BK 2004–2009
Avg 0–60 7.94s
Fastest 7.30s
Tests 7
2007 s Touring Sedan
The BK generation (2004–2009) averaged 7.94 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2007 s Touring Sedan at 7.30 seconds. Output ranged from 156 to 160 hp across 2.3L I-4 configurations.
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Mazda Mazda3 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

61 tests · 19 years
▾

2025 Mazda Mazda3

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.70 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#14
2025 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Premium 5-door Hatchback
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 89.9 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
89.9 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
191 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 36 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#14 of 61
2025 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Premium 5-door Hatchback
#31
2025 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition Sedan
7.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
191 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,269 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 35 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#31 of 61
2025 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition Sedan

2023 Mazda Mazda3

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.80 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.20 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#03
2023 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus 5-door Hatchback
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.50 sec
Trap Speed
95.0 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
320 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,461 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 31 H / 28.4 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#3 of 61
2023 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus 5-door Hatchback
#36
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition 5-door Hatchback
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.90s ¼ mi @ 89.5 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.90 sec
Trap Speed
89.5 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
191 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,348 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#36 of 61
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition 5-door Hatchback

2022 Mazda Mazda3

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 6.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.80 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#04
2022 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.80s ¼ mi @ 94.6 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.80 sec
Trap Speed
94.6 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
320 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,342 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#4 of 61
2022 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan

2021 Mazda Mazda3

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.33 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.80 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#01
2021 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
99.0 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
320 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,383 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 32 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#1 of 61
2021 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan
#02
2021 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus 5-door Hatchback
5.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 95.5 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.50 sec
Trap Speed
95.5 mph
Engine
2.5L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
320 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,383 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
23 C / 31 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#2 of 61
2021 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus 5-door Hatchback
#32
2021 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
7.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,249 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 33 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#32 of 61
2021 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan

2020 Mazda Mazda3

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.47 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.70 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#07
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.20s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.20 sec
Trap Speed
93.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,071 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 35 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#7 of 61
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
#22
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 90.6 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
90.6 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,071 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 35 H / 28.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#22 of 61
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
#50
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.7 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,324 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#50 of 61
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan

2019 Mazda Mazda3

6 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.18 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.53 sec
Recorded Tests 6
#09
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,060 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#9 of 61
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
#10
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 91.2 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
91.2 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,060 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H / 31.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#10 of 61
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
#12
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
7.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,324 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 32 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#12 of 61
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
#15
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,324 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 35 H / 31 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#15 of 61
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
#16
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,324 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 35 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#16 of 61
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium 5-door Hatchback
#17
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 90.3 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
90.3 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
186 hp
Torque
186 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,060 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#17 of 61
2019 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Sedan

2018 Mazda Mazda3

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#11
2018 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#11 of 61
2018 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan

2017 Mazda Mazda3

5 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.38 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.74 sec
Recorded Tests 5
#05
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
93.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,975 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#5 of 61
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan
#23
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,952 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#23 of 61
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#24
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 89.9 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
89.9 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,975 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 36 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#24 of 61
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan
#25
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Touring 2.5 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,977 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 33 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#25 of 61
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Touring 2.5 5-door Hatchback
#44
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Touring Sedan
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,899 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 37 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#44 of 61
2017 Mazda Mazda3 Touring Sedan

2016 Mazda Mazda3

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.68 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.00 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#06
2016 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,064 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 37 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#6 of 61
2016 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#33
2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
7.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
29 C / 41 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#33 of 61
2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
#48
2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
30 C / 41 H / 33 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#48 of 61
2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
#55
2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 85.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
85.7 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
30 C / 41 H / 32 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#55 of 61
2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan

2015 Mazda Mazda3

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.35 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.60 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#18
2015 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,952 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 35 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#18 of 61
2015 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#26
2015 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,952 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
26 C / 35 H / 28 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#26 of 61
2015 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback

2014 Mazda Mazda3

8 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.54 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.84 sec
Recorded Tests 8
#08
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.20s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.20 sec
Trap Speed
95.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,000 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 33.2 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#8 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#13
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,000 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#13 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#19
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,000 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H / 29.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#19 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#27
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.60s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.60 sec
Trap Speed
91.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
184 hp
Torque
185 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,000 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#27 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#37
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.90s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.90 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,899 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
30 C / 41 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#37 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
#42
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 87.6 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
87.6 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
29 C / 41 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#42 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
#45
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,932 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
29 C / 40 H / 32 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#45 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#53
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
8.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 86.4 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
86.4 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,899 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
30 C / 41 H / 36 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#53 of 61
2014 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan

2013 Mazda Mazda3

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#54
2013 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
8.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 85.9 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
85.9 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 40 H / 25.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#54 of 61
2013 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan

2012 Mazda Mazda3

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.25 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.38 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#43
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 86.8 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
86.8 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 39 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#43 of 61
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
#46
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
27 C / 39 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#46 of 61
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
#56
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
8.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 86.5 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
86.5 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 40 H / 37.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#56 of 61
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan
#60
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
8.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.90s ¼ mi @ 86.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.90 sec
Trap Speed
86.0 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
155 hp
Torque
148 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
28 C / 40 H / 33 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#60 of 61
2012 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan

2011 Mazda Mazda3

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.37 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#28
2011 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport Sedan
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,950 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#28 of 61
2011 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport Sedan
#51
2011 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 86.5 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
86.5 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,042 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#51 of 61
2011 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
#61
2011 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
9.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.90s ¼ mi @ 82.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
9.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.90 sec
Trap Speed
82.7 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
135 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,886 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 33 H / 27.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#61 of 61
2011 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan

2010 Mazda Mazda3

9 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.93 sec
Recorded Tests 9
#20
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport 5-door Hatchback
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,985 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 24 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#20 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport 5-door Hatchback
#29
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,985 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#29 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Sport 5-door Hatchback
#34
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 87.8 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
87.8 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#34 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#35
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
7.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 89.3 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.70 sec
Trap Speed
89.3 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,060 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#35 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
#38
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#38 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#39
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 87.8 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
87.8 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,060 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#39 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
#40
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
7.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,060 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#40 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
#47
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.20s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.20 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
167 hp
Torque
168 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 24.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#47 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 5-door Hatchback
#59
2010 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.70s ¼ mi @ 83.1 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.70 sec
Trap Speed
83.1 mph
Engine
2.0L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
148 hp
Torque
135 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,957 lbs
Power-to-Weight
20.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#59 of 61
2010 Mazda Mazda3 i Touring Sedan

2008 Mazda Mazda3

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.50 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.60 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#57
2008 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan
8.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 84.1 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
84.1 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
156 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,990 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 20.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#57 of 61
2008 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring Sedan

2007 Mazda Mazda3

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.80 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#21
2007 Mazda Mazda3 s Touring Sedan
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
88.0 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
156 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 30 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#21 of 61
2007 Mazda Mazda3 s Touring Sedan

2005 Mazda Mazda3

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.35 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.25 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#52
2005 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 86.6 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
86.6 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
160 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,860 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 22.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#52 of 61
2005 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
#58
2005 Mazda Mazda3 s Sedan
8.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 85.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
85.7 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
160 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 26 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#58 of 61
2005 Mazda Mazda3 s Sedan

2004 Mazda Mazda3

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.13 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#30
2004 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.00s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.00 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
160 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,800 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#30 of 61
2004 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
#41
2004 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
7.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.10 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
160 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,800 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#41 of 61
2004 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
#49
2004 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.30s ¼ mi @ 86.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.30 sec
Trap Speed
86.7 mph
Engine
2.3L I-4
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
160 hp
Torque
150 lb-ft
Curb Weight
2,800 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 26.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Hatchback
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#49 of 61
2004 Mazda Mazda3 s 5-door Hatchback

How we verify Mazda Mazda3 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mazda Mazda3 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mazda Mazda3 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Mazda Mazda3 performance FAQs

10 questions
For 2025, the quickest Mazda3 on record is the 2.5 S Premium 5-door Hatchback at 7.3 seconds from 0-60 mph. The 2.5 S Carbon Edition Sedan reaches 60 mph in 7.5 seconds. Across all 61 Mazda3 tests, the average 0-60 time is 7.54 seconds.
The fastest Mazda3 0-60 run on record is 5.6 seconds, set by the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan. That same car also holds the quickest quarter-mile result at 14.1 seconds with a 99 mph trap speed, making it the quickest Mazda3 tested in both acceleration benchmarks.
The fastest stock Mazda3 is also the fastest overall: the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan at 5.6 seconds to 60 mph. All 61 Mazda3 tests are production vehicles, so there is no modified result ahead of it. Its best quarter-mile run is 14.1 seconds at 99 mph.
The 2025 Mazda3 2.5 S Premium 5-door Hatchback reaches 60 mph in 7.3 seconds. It runs the quarter-mile in 15.6 seconds at 89.9 mph. This test car used all-wheel drive and the 191-hp naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine, making it the quicker of the two 2025 Mazda3 variants currently on record.
The 2025 Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition Sedan does 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 15.8 seconds at 90 mph. Like the 2025 Premium hatchback, it uses a 191-hp naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine and all-wheel drive, but it trails the hatch by 0.2 second to 60 mph.
The 2025 Mazda3 2.5 S Premium 5-door Hatchback is quicker than the 2.5 S Carbon Edition Sedan. The hatch reaches 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, while the sedan takes 7.5 seconds. In the quarter-mile, the hatch runs 15.6 seconds versus 15.8 seconds for the sedan.
The BP-generation Mazda3, covering 2019 and newer models, is the quickest Mazda3 generation on record. Its average 0-60 time is 7.02 seconds across 17 tests, and its fastest run is 5.6 seconds by the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan. Power ranges from 186 to 250 hp.
The BM/BN third-generation Mazda3, sold from 2014 to 2018, averages 7.48 seconds from 0-60 mph across 20 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 6.8 seconds by the 2017 Grand Touring Sedan. This generation used naturally aspirated gasoline engines with outputs ranging from 155 to 184 hp.
The BL second-generation Mazda3, sold from 2010 to 2013, averages 7.95 seconds from 0-60 mph across 17 tests. Its best result is 7.3 seconds, recorded by the 2010 s Sport 5-door Hatchback. Engines in this generation were naturally aspirated gasoline units ranging from 148 to 167 hp.
The quickest quarter-mile Mazda3 on record is the 2021 Turbo Premium Plus Sedan, with a 14.1-second pass at 99 mph. Across all 61 Mazda3 tests, the average quarter-mile result is 15.82 seconds at 89.4 mph. Among 2025 models, the best quarter-mile time is 15.6 seconds from the Premium hatchback.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mazda Mazda3 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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