2012 Mazda 3 GX
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2017 Mazda 3 GS

2012 Mazda 3  GX

VS

2017 Mazda 3  GS
2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS Difference
Name GX GS
Price $ 15,895 $ 21,600
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 148 hp @ 6500 rpm 155 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 5 speed manual transmission 6-speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 335.0 L 351.0 L 16 (5%)
Maximum Cargo Space 335.0 L 351.0 L 16 (5%)
Wheel Type 16'' steel wheels with covers 16-inch alloy wheels
Series 3 3 0 (0%)
Drivetrain Front wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 148 HP 155 HP 7 (5%)
Torque 161 N.m 169 N.m 8 (5%)
Top Speed 194 km/h 197 km/h 3 (2%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 9.0 s 8.7 s 0.3 (3%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 8.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km 0.3 (3%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.0 L/100km 6.4 L/100km 0.4 (7%)
Gear Type auto manual
Weight 1,265 KG 1,265 KG
Brand Mazda Mazda
Model 3 3 0 (0%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 16.6 s 16.3 s 0.3 (2%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 139.0 km/h 141.1 km/h 2.08 (1%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 27.5 s 27.0 s 0.5 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 156.5 km/h 158.9 km/h 2.4 (2%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

3 vs 3 Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jackAM/FM HD radio
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver side vanity mirrorIlluminated driver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent windshield wipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Fuel Door OperationRemote fuel releaseRemote fuel release
Illuminated EntryIlliminated entryYes
Number of Speakers4 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorIlluminated front passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power Outlet2 12-volt power outlets1 12-volt power outlet
Power WindowsPower windows with driver one-touch down featurePower windows with driver one-touch down feature with timer, driver
Reading LightFront reading lampsFront and rear reading lights
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear vew mirrorDay/night rear vew mirror
Remote Keyless EntryRemote keyless entry and trunk releaseYes
Steering Wheel AdjustmentManual tilt/telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Trunk LightYesYes

Dimensions

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
Cargo Capacity335 L351 L
Curb Weight1304 kg1303 kg
Front Headroom987 mm981 mm
Front Legroom1068 mm1073 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity55 L50 L
Height1470 mm1455 mm
Length4595 mm4580 mm
Rear Headroom953 mm955 mm
Rear Legroom919 mm909 mm
Wheelbase2641 mm2700 mm
Width1755 mm2053 mm

Exterior Details

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
Door HandlesBody-color door handlesBody-color door handles
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grilleBlack grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlampsHalogen headlights
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes

Interior Details

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
Floor ConsoleCenter console with lidCenter console
Floor MatsFront and rear floor matsYes
Folding Rear Seats60/40 split rear folding bench60/40 split-folding rear bench seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StoragePassenger's side seat back pocketPassenger side seatback pockets
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsFront bucket seats
Number of Cup Holders4 cupholders and 4 bottle holdersFront and rear cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimCloth seatsPremium cloth seats

Mechanical

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
Engine Name2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission5 speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-speed automatic transmission

Overview

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption8.7 (Automatic City)6.0 (Automatic Highway)8.1 (Manual City)5.9 (Manual Highway)8.4 (Automatic City)6.4 (Automatic Highway)8.5 (Manual City)6.2 (Manual Highway)
Power148 hp @ 6500 rpm155 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats55
Transmission5 speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 36/Months Emissions128000/km, 96/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 36/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-BumperUnlimited/km, 36/Months PowertrainUnlimited/km, 60/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 36/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 84/Months

Safety

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABSAnti-lock brake system
Anti-Theft AlarmAnti-theft alarm systemAnti-theft alarm system
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distribution
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerEngine immobilizer theft deterrent system

Suspension and Steering

2012 Mazda 3 GX 2017 Mazda 3 GS
Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires205/55R16205/60R16
Power SteeringElectro-hydraulic power assisted rack and pinion steeringRack and pinion with engine-speed-sensing variable assist
Rear Anti-Roll BarRear stabilizer barRear stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Spare TireCompact spare tireTemporary spare tire
Turning Circle10.4-meter turning circle diameter10.6-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type16'' steel wheels with covers16-inch alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)16'' alloy wheels16-inch black with milled trim alloy wheels

2012 Mazda 3 GX

The 2012 Mazda 3 GX is a Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 148 hp @ 6500 rpm and is paired with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2012 Mazda 3 GX has cargo capacity of 335 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1304 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Mazda 3 GX has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include and. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a It has 16'' steel wheels with covers as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 161 N.m of torque and a top speed of 194 km/h. The 2012 Mazda 3 GX accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16.6 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.7 L/100km in the city and 6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 15,895

2017 Mazda 3 GS

The 2017 Mazda 3 GS is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 155 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2017 Mazda 3 GS has cargo capacity of 351 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1303 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2017 Mazda 3 GS has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and Rearview camera (wide angle). Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 16-inch alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 169 N.m of torque and a top speed of 197 km/h. The 2017 Mazda 3 GS accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16.3 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.4 L/100km in the city and 6.4 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 21,600


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