2017 Mazda Mazda3 Sport 5DR 6AT
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- Photo: 2015 Mazda3 Sport GX in Snowflake White Pearl, Front Right, 08-22-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda 3 Sports-Line (III) – h 27022020 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda 3 GT side (20846440748) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Mazda3 Sport GX in Snowflake White Pearl, Rear Right, 08-22-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mazda BM2AS cockpit by Sugi 3104, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2017 Mazda Mazda3 Sport 5DR 6AT is a 155-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 sedan with a skyactiv-drive 6-speed electronically-controlled sport at and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,145 MSRP and is rated at 31 mpg combined.
It makes 155 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 150 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 37 mpg highway (31 mpg combined).
The Mazda3 measures 175.6 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,940 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,145 |
| MSRP with Destination | $21,020 |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 155 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Chain-driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, variable intake valve timing |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Advanced Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed electronically-controlled Sport AT |
| 1st Gear | 3.552 (41 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.022 (72 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.452 (100 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1 (145 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.708 (204 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.599 (242 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.893 |
| Final Drive | 3.591 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 37 MPG |
| Combined | 31 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link with coil springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.02 in ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.43 in solid |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in steel (5DR: alloy) |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in steel (5DR: alloy) |
| Tires Front | P205/60R16 91H all-season |
| Tires Rear | P205/60R16 91H all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 175.6 in |
| Width | 70.7 in |
| Height | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Front Track | 61.2 in |
| Rear Track | 61.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,940 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.5 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2017 Mazda Mazda3 4 DR FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Mazda MAZDA3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 14, 2023 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display properly can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera, as necessary. In addition, dealers will install a wiring harness fastening seal. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 13, 2023. Final owner letters for affected models and model years in the states of CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA were mailed August 14, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated on or before May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6023G.
NHTSA campaign 23V487000
Apr 4, 2019 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Mazda3 vehicles. A defective windshield wiper relay may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing the driver's visibility.
Consequence: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front body control module with a new module which uses an improved wiper relay design, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 3219D.
NHTSA campaign 19V272000
84 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Mazda MAZDA3
Owner Complaints
84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mazda MAZDA3 (6 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Unknown Or Other | 28 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Back Over Prevention | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 MAZDA MAZDA3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.