Is the Mazda 3 1.5L Powerful Enough?

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CharlesFitz
07/29/25 2:44pm
The Mazda 3 1.5L lacks sufficient power. This model is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, delivering a maximum horsepower of 117ps, a maximum power output of 86kw, and a peak torque of 148nm. It also features direct fuel injection technology and utilizes an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. The Mazda 3 measures 4662mm in length, 1797mm in width, and 1445mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2726mm. It has a fuel tank capacity of 50L, adopts a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout, and employs a MacPherson strut front suspension with a torsion beam rear suspension.
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