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About the Mazda 3
The new Mazda 3 is a small car offered in both 4D sedan and 5D hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $31,190 (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 petrol direct injection (114kW/200Nm) and 2.5L petrol direct injection (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
Very Good
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Power to Weight
86.32 - 103.02 kW/t
69.94 kW/t
167.01 kW/t
Boot Space
295 - 444 litres
208 litres
608 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.81 - 6.58 L/100km
3.91 L/100km
10.42 L/100km
Vehicle Range
773 - 879 km
526 km
3,077 km
Price
$31,190 - $43,310
$24,000
$76,427
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
8 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
22 years
5 years
31 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Next Steps
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Mazda 3 News
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2025 Mazda 3 Price
G20 Pure
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $31,190 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $31,190 |
G20 EVOLVE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $32,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $32,990 |
G20 PURE VISION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $33,190 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $33,190 |
G20 EVOLVE VISION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $34,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $34,990 |
G20 Touring Vision
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $36,990 |
G25 EVOLVE SP VISION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $36,990 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $36,990 |
G25 GT VISION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $39,990 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $39,990 |
G25 Astina
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $43,190 |
| 2.5L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $43,190 |
*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 PETROL DIRECT INJECTION 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 PETROL DIRECT INJECTION 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 Sedan, 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.
2025 Mazda 3 vs other 5d Hatchbacks to consider
The Mazda 3 has many competitors in its small car segment.
The Toyota Corolla is a top-seller with its cheap servicing and brand credibility, the Hyundai i30 has a simple and spacious interior, and the Kia Cerato recently received a mid-life facelift.
No competitor has the same semi-luxury finish of the Mazda 3, although you can get more powerful turbo engines in the Kia and Hyundai, and hybrid power in the Corolla.
The 3 also will be cross-shopped with the Mazda CX-30, which is built on the same bones and uses the same engines – but packs a more practical interior.
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Mazda 3 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda 3 is the G20 Pure that starts from $31,190.
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, 4660mm 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 PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Mazda 3 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda 3 is the G25 EVOLVE SP VISION which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda 3 uses unleaded.