2012 Mazda 3 - Specs, Features, 0-60 and Top Speed

2012 Mazda 3 Sedan Front View

2012 Mazda 3

MSRP$22,550

Specs

  • origin countryJapan
  • engine2 L
  • horsepower154 hp @ 6000 rpm
  • torque148 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm
  • transmission6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
  • 0-60 time8.4 sec
  • combined fuel economy33 mpg

Trims

performance

zero to 60 mph8.4 sec
top speed117 mph

engines

valvetrainDouble Overhead Cam (DOHC)
transmission6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
engine typeInline 4
compression ratio12.00 to 1
drag coefficient0.27
valves16
engine displacement122 cu.in.
engine bore x stroke3.3 x 3.6
engine size2 L
engine horsepower154 hp @ 6000 rpm
engine torque148 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm
engine orientationtransverse
valve timing1
intake manifoldVariable
cylinder headAluminum
engine blockAluminum
vehicle emissionUltra Low Emission Vehicle II

MPGs

fuel economy city28 mpg
fuel economy highway40 mpg
fuel economy combined33 mpg
fuel tank capacity14.5 gal.
range in miles406/580 mi.
fuel typeRegular Unleaded

interiors

cargo capacity all seats in place11.8 cu.ft.
front headroom38.1 in.
front hiproom53.7 in.
front legroom42 in.
front shoulder room54.9 in.
interior cargo length to rear seat12.9 in.
cargo capacity all seats folded59.5 cu.ft.
maximum cargo capacity59.5 cu.ft.
passenger capacity5
passenger volume94.1 cu.ft.
2nd row headroom37.4 in.
2nd row hiproom52.2 in.
2nd row legroom36.2 in.
2nd row shoulder room54 in.
cargo capacity 2nd row seats folded63.7 cu.ft.
cargo capacity 3rd row seats folded12.9 cu.ft.

exterior dimensions

axle ratio3.89
curb weight2950 lbs.
drag coefficient0.27
front tread60.4 in.
ground clearance4.7 in.
height57.9 in.
length180.9 in.
rear tread59.8 in.
turning radius17.1 in.
wheelbase103.9 in.
width69.1 in.

towing

fixed tow barNo

brake

brake assistYes
brake dryingNo
electronic brakeforce distributionYes
abs and driveline traction control4-Wheel ABS
abs channels3
power regenerationNo
front brakeVentilated Front Disc Brakes
rear brakeSolid Rear Disc Brakes

transmission

drivetrainFront Wheel Drive
overdriveYes
standard transmission6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission electronic controlYes
transmission oil coolerNo
paddle shiftersNo

warranty

basic warranty3 yr. / 36000 mi.
drivetrain warranty5 yr. / 60000 mi.
roadside assistanceYes
roadside warranty3 yr. / 36000 mi.
rust warranty5 yr. / Unlimited mi.
corrosion perforation warranty5 yr. / Unlimited mi.