2020 Mazda CX-3 Sport AWD
All photo credits
- Photo: 2021 Mazda CX-3 GX in Jet Black Mica, Front Left, 09-10-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Mazda CX-3 Sport NAV Automatic 2.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: MAZDA CX-3 China (5) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Mazda CX-3 GX in Jet Black Mica, Rear Left, 09-10-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Mazda CX-3 Sport NAV Automatic 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Mazda CX-3 Sport AWD is a 148-hp SUV with a 6-speed skyactiv-drive automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $22,040 MSRP.
It makes 148 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 146 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 32 mpg highway.
The CX-3 measures 168.3 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,994 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,040 |
| MSRP with Destination | $23,085 |
| Destination Charge | $1,045 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) |
| Horsepower | 148 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | Chain-driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, VVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.5 x 91.2 |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | i-ACTIV AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed SKYACTIV-Drive automatic with manual-shift and Sport mode |
| 1st Gear | 3.552 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.022 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.452 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.708 |
| 6th Gear | 0.599 |
| Reverse | 3.893 |
| Final Drive | 4.325 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (87 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 11.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.6" ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.06" solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6 alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6 alloy |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 168.3 in |
| Width | 69.6 in |
| Height | 60.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Front Track | 60 in |
| Rear Track | 59.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,994 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (13.6 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2020 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda CX-3. 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
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda CX-3
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Mazda CX-3 (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 1 |
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 2020 MAZDA CX-3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.