Mazda 3 1.6 TD 90 S
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With vast success in a host of markets, the Mazda3, known in Japan as the Mazda Axela, was originally introduced at the end of 2003 as a replacement for the Mazda 323 (also known as the Mazda Protégé and the Mazda Familia). The original Mazda3 design was based on the Ford C1 platform, also common in cars such as the Ford Focus and the Volvo S40. It was originally available as a four-door saloon or a five-door hatchback. In 2006, the Mazda3 MPS was introduced designed to compete in the sports car sector. Indeed the Mazda3 itself underwent a facelift in 2007 with several new exterior colours made available.
Economical 5 door hatchbacks
- Citroen C1 1.4 Hdi 55 Rhythm
69 miles per gallon - Fiat Panda 1.3 MultiJet Dynamic
66 miles per gallon - Mazda 2 1.4D TS
65 miles per gallon - Mazda 2 1.4D TS2
65 miles per gallon - Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 109 ECOnetic
65 miles per gallon
Cleanest 5 door hatchbacks
- Toyota Prius 1.5 T Spirit
CO2 emissions - 104 g / km - Toyota Prius 1.5 T3
CO2 emissions - 104 g / km - Toyota Prius 1.5 T4
CO2 emissions - 104 g / km - Citroen C1 1.0 Rhythm
CO2 emissions - 109 g / km - Citroen C1 1.0 Vibe
CO2 emissions - 109 g / km
