2009 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Grand Touring
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- Photo: 2009 Mazdaspeed3 by Kkuffelroy1, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nator Houston Mazdaspeed3 - 003 by Michael Price from Houston, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nator Houston Mazda - 002 by Michael Price from Houston, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazdaspeed3 (4312312137) by Romain Guy from San Francisco, USA, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2009 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Grand Touring is a 263-hp 2.3-liter turbocharged with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $24,455 MSRP.
It makes 263 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 280 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.
The Mazdaspeed3 measures 176.8 inches long on a 103.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,153 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $24,455 ($37,053 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $25,125 ($38,068 *) |
| Destination Charge | $670 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3L DISI Turbocharged 16-valve 4-cylinder (Type-L3T) |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 263 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, mechanical lifters, chain-driven cams, VVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.5 x 94.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection (DISI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Differential Type | Torque-sensing conical Limited Slip Differential (LSD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.538 (36 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.238 (56 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.535 (82 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.171 (107 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1.085 (116 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.853 (147 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.831 |
| Final Drive | 3.941 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded (91 octane required) |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MAZDASPEED Sport Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | MAZDASPEED Sport Independent E-type multi-link with coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | MAZDASPEED enlarged front stabilizer bar |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | MAZDASPEED enlarged rear stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.6 in ventilated discs |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.0 in solid discs |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7.0J x 18" |
| Wheels Rear | 7.0J x 18" |
| Tires Front | P215/45R18 93Y |
| Tires Rear | P215/45R18 93Y |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 176.8 in |
| Width | 69.5 in |
| Height | 57.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in |
| Front Track | 60.4 in |
| Rear Track | 60 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,153 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 60% / 40% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Mazda MAZDASPEED3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 15, 2011 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
MAZDA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 MAZDA3 AND MAZDASPEED3 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 7, 2008, THROUGH NOVEMBER 28, 2008. THE GROUND TERMINAL OF THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY BENT DURING ASSEMBLY. IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS THEN OVER TIME THE ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THE MOTOR CIRCUIT MAY INCREASE UP TO A POINT THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT WORK.
Consequence: THE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION IN ADVERSE WEATHER COULD POTENTIALLY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL GROUND HARNESS ON THE WIPER MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JULY 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-222-5500.
NHTSA campaign 11V329000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 MAZDA MAZDASPEED3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.