Is the Mazda MX3 a good tuning car?
The MX3 is a good tuning project to execute. We see loads of people wasting money on their MX3 doing the wrong mods and then having to start over. Follow our articles to avoid making the common mistakes Improving the handling for car owners first priority in your MX3 tuning project.
How big should I Drop my Mazda MX3?
Drop the car by as much as 23mm – 37 mm and fit uprated stiffer dampers, bigger drops will need other modifications in most instances. Don’t just look at the peak power figures, you need to see the whole torque curve when determining if a mod is right for you MX3.
When did the Mazda MX3 V6 come out?
Produced in 1991 with an 8 year production run, the MX3 has many fans out there, and rightly so as it was a great car. The V6 engine was one of the smallest and highest revving units around, and pulled really well. It’s worth noting that the JDM versions made more power than the US import versions.
What kind of interior does a Mazda MX 3 have?
These had a leather and suede interior, and all had the clear white body color. There were also a limited number of Mazda MX-3 V6 Equipes, with “sparkle green metallic” or “noble” green exteriors.
What should I do to tune my Mazda MX3?
Head work including a polish and port and 3 or 5 angle valve job will really help to release the potential of the engine. In nearly all cases of MX3 tuning your clutch will start to complain and this should be improved – read our tips on clutches for more information.
Is the Mazda MX-3 still on the market?
The MX-3 is becoming a rare car, so modifications for it can be difficult to find unless one knows where to look, since it has not been sold in North America since 1997. Since the MX-3 has two engine classes, I4 and V6, many of the engine performance modifications are dependent upon what platform is installed.
Drop the car by as much as 23mm – 37 mm and fit uprated stiffer dampers, bigger drops will need other modifications in most instances. Don’t just look at the peak power figures, you need to see the whole torque curve when determining if a mod is right for you MX3.
What’s the turning rate on a Mazda MX 3?
The US-spec MX-3 GS can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 8.4 seconds, and can travel a quarter mile in 16.4 seconds. With a turning rate of 0.89 g (8.7 m/s²), its handling capabilities were among the best in its class. The V6 engine belonged to the Mazda K-series, which were used in a range of Mazda vehicles.