Mazda 3 4-Door — All Years
We have Mazda 3 4-Door specifications on file for 13 model years, 2014–2026, covering saloon/sedan trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 32 to 40 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 10 of the 10 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–36 | 183 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–37 | 178 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–37 | 178 | 5★ | 3 | 12 |
| 2023 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–37 | 178 | 5★ | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–37 | 178 | 5★ | 0 | 24 |
| 2021 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–37 | 178 | 5★ | 1 | 52 |
| 2020 | 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–36 | 186 | 5★ | 2 | 32 |
| 2019 | 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–36 | 186 | — | 6 | 74 |
| 2018 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 35–37 | 175 | 5★ | 4 | 108 |
| 2017 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 35–38 | 175 | 5★ | 2 | 83 |
| 2016 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 35–40 | 165 | 5★ | 6 | 103 |
| 2015 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 35–40 | 165 | 5★ | 4 | 129 |
| 2014 | 2L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 37–40 | 166 | 5★ | 4 | 138 |
Best and Worst Mazda 3 4-Door Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 9 Mazda 3 4-Door model years from 2014 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 83 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 2L 4-cyl — 2014–2018, 2021–2023
- 2.5L 4-cyl — 2014–2026
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo — 2021–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Mazda 3 4-Door covered on this site?
We have data for 13 model years of the Mazda 3 4-Door, from 2014 to 2026.
What engines does the Mazda 3 4-Door come with?
EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl (2014–2018, 2021–2023); 2.5L 4-cyl (2014–2026); 2.5L 4-cyl turbo (2021–2026).
Which Mazda 3 4-Door year has the best fuel economy?
The 2016 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 40 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Mazda 3 4-Door have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Mazda 3 4-Door model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2016 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (6), and the 2014 has the most owner complaints (138). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2022–2023. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Mazda 3 4-Door?
The Mazda 3 4-Door is classed as a saloon/sedan on this site.
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