The Hatchback version of the 3 model has a 2261 cc (137.9 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Mazda 3 2.3 Mazdaspeed has a 6 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's FWD system.
The 3's 2261 cc (137.9 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 263 bhp (196 kW) @ 5500 rpm.
The Mazda 3 produces torque measuring 280 lb-ft (379.6 Nm) @ 3000 rpm.
The 3 weighs around 1488 kg (3280 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 176.7 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 188.1 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Mazda 3 2.3 Mazdaspeed - [2011] has a top speed of 155 mph (249.4 kph)
This 3 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 5.80 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.0s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.17 seconds with a trap speed of 95.7 mph.
Seat Leon SC 2.0 TDI FR
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 1968cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 142 mph
0-60mph: 7.30 seconds
Alfa-Romeo 145 Cloverleaf
Engine: Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1970cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 207.6 kph
0-100kph: 8.3 seconds