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Car Specifications2006 Mazda 3
The 2006 Mazda 3 is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $29,595 for the GLX variant and topping out at $45,995 for the MPS variant.
There are 5 variants of the Mazda 3 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2006.
The 2006 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/182Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (104kW/181Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (108kW/182Nm), 2.3L in-line 4-cylinder (115kW/203Nm) and 2.3L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (190kW/380Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual, 4-speed automatic with manual mode, 6-speed manual manual or 5-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $29,595 - $45,995†
- Transmission
- 4 or 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $29,595 - $45,995†
- Transmission
- 4 or 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Mazda 3
Features & Specs
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Handling & Mechanics
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Towing & Off-road Capacity
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Technology
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Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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Available Variants
The Mazda 3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being GLX and the most expensive being MPS.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,400 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.
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2006 Mazda 3
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mazda 3 is the GLX variant that starts from $29,595.
See all Mazda 3 PricingThe most expensive Mazda 3 is the MPS variant that starts from $45,995.
See all Mazda 3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mazda 3 is 1300 kg shared by all variants.
See all Mazda 3 towing capacityThe largest Mazda 3 is the GSX variant which measures 1755mm wide, 4485mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda 3 is the MPS variant which has 190kW of power and 380nm of torque.
The Mazda 3 is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.
The Mazda 3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Premium Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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