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2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred
Somerville, NJ
08876
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2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred Cost to Own
$53,416
A 2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred has a 5-year cost-to-own of $53,416. After 5 years a 2026 MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred will depreciate $15,720 and have a residual value of $12,805. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $37,696.
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Average Costs
The 2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred is in the middle 26-75% for Cost to Own among all Compact Cars.
2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred 5-Year Depreciation: $15,720
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$37,696
Fuel:
$8,873
Insurance:
$14,875
Financing:
$3,581
State Fees:
$2,269
Maintenance:
$6,385
Repairs:
$1,713
Total: $37,696
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$15,720
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$37,696
5-Year Cost To Own$53,416
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3111 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 91.4 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 37.6 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.3 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.5 inches | ||
Overall Length | 183.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.7 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 13.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 107.3 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.7 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Port Installed |
Fuel Economy
City | 27 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 36 mpg | ||
Combined | 28 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 186 @ 6000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 186 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5 Liter |
Technology
Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Cruise Control | Available | ||
Hands Free Phone | Available | ||
Navigation System | Port Installed | ||
Remote Keyless Entry | Available | ||
Audible Text Messaging | Available | ||
Internet Access | Available | ||
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry | Available | ||
Push-Button Engine Start | Available | ||
Remote Engine Start | Available | ||
Smartphone Interface | Available | ||
USB Port | Available | ||
Voice Recognition System | Available |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles |
2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred Standard Features
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2026 MAZDA MAZDA3
KBB.com Review
4.1
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Fun to drive. Available all-wheel drive (AWD). Nice upper trims.
You May Not Like This Car If...
No hybrid option. Small interior. Subpar resale value.
2026 MAZDA MAZDA3
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.3
Consumer Rating
53 ratings
Value
4.2
Performance
4.1
Quality
4.1
Comfort
4.2
Reliability
4.2
Styling
4.3
2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred Safety
Safety Features & Technology
5.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
5.0
Side Crash
5.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred |  New 2026 Hyundai Elantra |  New 2026 Honda Civic |  New 2026 Toyota Corolla | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,525 | $23,870 | $27,890 | $24,320 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 27/Hwy 36/Comb 28 MPG | City 31/Hwy 40/Comb 35 MPG | City 31/Hwy 39/Comb 34 MPG | City 31/Hwy 38/Comb 34 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $53,416 | $50,804 | $49,843 | $49,586 | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 186 @ 6000 RPM | 147 @ 6200 RPM | 150 @ 6400 RPM | 169 @ 6600 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, i-VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Dynamic-Force, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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