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About the Mazda 3
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new Mazda 3 is a small car offered in both 4D Hatchback and 5D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $31,310 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the G20 Pure variant and topping out at $43,310 for the G25 Astina.
There are 8 variants of the Mazda 3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
Engine options include 2.0L in-line (114kW/200Nm) and 2.5L in-line (139kW/252Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2025 Mazda 3 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Power to Weight
80.39 - 98.09 kW/t
68.97 kW/t
164.45 kW/t
Boot Space
295 - 444 litres
208 litres
492 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.8 - 6.6 L/100km
3.9 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
773 - 879 km
526 km
1,103 km
Price
$31,310 - $43,310
$29,000
$75,121
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
8 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 6 years
2 years
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 kg
750 kg
1,600 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 mm
123 mm
150 mm
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2025 Mazda 3 Price
G20 Pure
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $31,310 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $31,310 |
G20 Evolve
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $33,110 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $33,110 |
G20 Pure Vision
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $33,310 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $33,310 |
G20 Evolve Vision
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $35,110 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $35,110 |
G20 Touring Vision
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $37,110 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $37,110 |
G25 Evolve Sp Vision
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $37,110 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $37,110 |
G25 Gt Vision
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $40,110 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $40,110 |
G25 Astina
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $43,310 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $43,310 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Mazda 3 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda 3
The most fuel efficient Mazda 3 is the G20 Evolve with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L In-Line and uses 5.8L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mazda 3 that uses the most amount of fuel is the G25 Gt Vision with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.5L In-Line and uses 6.6L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Mazda 3 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Mazda 3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 5.9 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 5.8 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda 3?
The Mazda 3 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Mazda 3 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda 3?
The Mazda 3 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Mazda 3 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda 3 is the G20 Pure that starts from $31,310.
The most expensive Mazda 3 is the G25 Astina that starts from $43,310.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda 3 is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: G20 Pure, G20 Evolve, G20 Pure Vision, G20 Evolve Vision, G20 Touring Vision, G25 Evolve Sp Vision, G25 Gt Vision and G25 Astina.
The largest Mazda 3 is the G20 Pure which measures 1795mm wide, 4460mm in length and sits 1440mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda 3 is the G25 Evolve Sp Vision which has 139kW of power from its 2.5L In-Line engine.
The Mazda 3 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda 3 is the G25 Evolve Sp Vision which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda 3 uses Unleaded.