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The 2004 Mazda 3 is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $20,690 for the Neo variant and topping out at $34,080 for the Sp23 Leather Pack variant.
There are 8 variants of the Mazda 3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2004.
The 2004 Mazda 3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mazda 3 include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (104kW/181Nm) and 2.3L in-line 4-cylinder (115kW/203Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 5-speed manual manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

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The Mazda 3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Neo and the most expensive being Sp23 Leather Pack.
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2026
$31,610
2026
$33,410
2026
$33,610
2026
$35,410
2026
$37,410
2026
$37,410
2026
$40,410
2026
$43,610
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,405 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,755 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,465 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mazda 3 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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2004 Mazda 3
The cheapest Mazda 3 is the Neo variant that starts from $20,690.
See all Mazda 3 PricingThe most expensive Mazda 3 is the Sp23 Leather Pack variant that starts from $34,080.
See all Mazda 3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mazda 3 is 900 kg shared by all variants.
See all Mazda 3 towing capacityThe largest Mazda 3 is the Sp23 variant which measures 1755mm wide, 4540mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 115kW of power and 203nm of torque are the Sp23 and Sp23 Leather Pack variants.
The Mazda 3 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The Mazda 3 uses Unleaded Petrol.
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