Is the Mazda MX-3 Precidia a good car to buy?
A sporty attitude and looks to match, the Mazda MX-3 Precidia also has a practical side, is economical to run and has an enviable reliability record – now that’s a delicious combo! Used vehicle prices vary depending on factors such as general condition, odometer reading, usage history and options fitted.
How long has the Mazda MX 3 been in production?
With a production time of nearly 8 years, the MX-3 was one of the Japanese car builder’s popular models having been globally sold under a variety of names such as the Precidia (Canada) and Eunos 30X (Australia).
Are there any recalls on the Mazda MX 3?
The 4-cylinder engine got an extra camshaft, a power boost and a slight improvement in fuel consumption to 8.3 L/100 km (34 mpg) in the city and 6 L/100 km (47 mpg) on the highway. There were only two recalls on the MX-3 and both are restricted to areas where road salt is used extensively during the winter months.
What kind of engine does a Mazda Precidia have?
A large trunk and folding back seats can also transform the Precidia into a handy big-baggage handler. The base engine is a peppy 88-horsepower 4-cylinder and the GS version has the smallest V6 ever marketed in Canada, a 1.8 litre rated at 130 horsepower. The four is the better engine choice for fuel economy and reliability.
Are there any modifications to the Mazda MX-3?
Since the MX-3 has two engine classes, I4 and V6, many of the engine performance modifications are dependent upon what platform is installed. There is now a decent range of body modifications for the MX-3 along with performance brakes and suspension. [1] Most extensive modification must be entirely custom fabricated due to limited availability.
What’s the top speed of a Mazda MX 3?
The V6 MX-3 has a factory claimed top speed of 202 km/h (126 mph) in European trim. 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.
What kind of rear suspension does Mazda use?
For the rear suspension of the MX-3, Mazda used its proprietary Twin-Trapezoidal Link (TTL) technology, delivering benefits associated with active four-wheel steering systems while lighter and less mechanically complicated. Twin-Trapezoidal Link technology has been used on a range of other Mazda vehicles before and since the MX-3.
What kind of engine does a MX-3 RS have?
The MX-3 RS with the four-cylinder engine can upgrade to the BP 132 hp (98 kW), B6-T 147 hp (110 kW), BP-T 179 hp (133 kW) and BPD-T 206 hp (154 kW) engines.