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9Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.
Identification Numbers
......................................................................9-2
Vehicle Information Labels ...........................................................9-2
Specifications ........................................................................\
..............9-4
Specifications ........................................................................\
........9-4
Personalization Features .................................................................9-12
Personalization Features .............................................................9-12
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Vehicle Information Labels
Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle identification number legally
identifies your vehicle. The number is on a
plate attached to the cowl panel located on
the left corner of the dashboard. This plate
can easily be seen through the windshield.
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
Label (U.S.A. and Canada)
For vehicle identification number
beginning with JM1*1
For vehicle identification number
beginning with 3MZ*1
*1 Check the vehicle identification number
on the vehicle identification number
plate. Refer to Vehicle Identification
Number on page
9-2.
Chassis Number
Open the cover shown in the figure to
check the chassis number.
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Identification Numbers
Vehicle Emission Control
Information Label (U.S.A. and
Canada)
Tire Pressure Label
For vehicle identification number
beginning with JM1*1
For vehicle identification number
beginning with 3MZ*1
*1 Check the vehicle identification number
on the vehicle identification number
plate. Refer to Vehicle Identification
Number on page
9-2.
Engine Number
Forward
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Specifications
Engine
ItemSpecification
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 83.5 × 91.2 mm (3.29 × 3.59 in) 89.0 × 100 mm (3.50 × 3.94 in)
Displacement 1,997.6 ml (1,997.6 cc) 2,488.5 ml (2,488.5 cc)
Compression ratio 13.0
Electrical System
ItemClassification
Battery Q-85*1
12V-60Ah/20HR*2 or 12V-65Ah/20HR*2
Spark-plug number
Mazda Genuine spark plug*3PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
*1 Q-85 is designed for i-ELOOP system. Only Q-85 should be used to ensure correct operation of i-ELOOP system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.*2 Not for i-ELOOP system.*3 This spark plug provides the SKY ACTIV-G engine with optimum performance. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
CAUTION
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate coating on
the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
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Specifications
Lubricant Quality
LubricantClassification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page
6-25.
Manual transaxle oil API Service
GL-4
SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your
investment.
Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil SKYACTIV-G
2.0
With oil filter replacement
4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 With oil filter replacement
4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Coolant SKYACTIV-G
2.0 For vehicle
identification
number beginning
with JM1
*1
Manual transaxle
6.3 L (6.7 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
For vehicle
identification
number beginning
with 3MZ
*1
Manual transaxle 6.2 L (6.6 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 U.S.A. and
Canada
Manual transaxle
6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
Mexico Manual transaxle
6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil SKYACTIV-G 2.0
1.70 L (1.80 US qt, 1.50 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 1.65 L (1.74 US qt, 1.45 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Fuel tank U.S.A. and Canada
50.0 L (13.2 US gal, 11.0 Imp gal)
Mexico 51.0 L (13.5 US gal, 11.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
*1 Check the vehicle identification number on the vehicle identifica tion number plate. Refer to Vehicle Identification Number on page 9-2.
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Dimensions
4-Door
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 4,580 mm (180.3 in)
Overall width 1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Overall height 1,455 mm (57.3 in)
Front tread 1,555 mm (61.2 in)
Rear tread 1,560 mm (61.4 in)
Wheelbase 2,700 mm (106.3 in)
5-Door
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 4,470 mm (176.0 in)
Overall width 1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Overall height
*1Type A 1,470 mm (57.9 in)
Type B 1,455 mm (57.3 in)
Front tread 1,555 mm (61.2 in)
Rear tread 1,560 mm (61.4 in)
Wheelbase 2,700 mm (106.3 in)
*1 The overall height is categorized according to the antenna type as follo\
ws:
Type A
Antenna
Type B
Except above.
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Weights
U.S.A. and Canada
SKYACTIV-G 2.0
(4-Door)
ItemWeight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,788 kg (3,942 lbs)1,823 kg (4,019 lbs)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
940 kg (2,072 lbs) 975 kg (2,149 lbs)
Rear 855 kg (1,885 lbs) 856 kg (1,887 lbs)
(5-Door)
Item Weight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,788 kg (3,943 lbs)1,818 kg (4,009 lbs)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
942 kg (2,076 lbs) 975 kg (2,149 lbs)
Rear 855 kg (1,885 lbs) 850 kg (1,874 lbs)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Item Weight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,815 kg (4,001 lbs)1,847 kg (4,072 lbs)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
970 kg (2,138 lbs) 997 kg (2,198 lbs)
Rear 865 kg (1,907 lbs) 854 kg (1,883 lbs)
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Mexico
SKYACTIV-G 2.0
ItemWeight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) Total
1,815 kg (4,001 lbs) 1,835 kg (4,045 lbs)
Front 920 kg (2,028 lbs) 940 kg (2,072 lbs)
Rear 895 kg (1,973 lbs) 895 kg (1,973 lbs)
GAW (Permissible axle load) Front
945 kg (2,083 lbs) 965 kg (2,127 lbs)
Rear 945 kg (2,083 lbs) 945 kg (2,083 lbs)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Item Weight
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) Total
1,865 kg (4,112 lbs)
Front 970 kg (2,138 lbs)
Rear 895 kg (1,973 lbs)
GAW (Permissible axle load) Front
995 kg (2,194 lbs)
Rear 945 kg (2,083 lbs)
Air Conditioner
The type of refrigerant used is indicated on a label attached to the ins\
ide of the engine
compartment. Check the label before recharging the refrigerant. Refer to Climate Control
System on page
5-2.
Item Classification
Refrigerant Type HFC134a (R-134a)
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