Mazda MX-3

19921996 · 20 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
24
Best
29

The Mazda MX-3 has been tested by the EPA across 20 different configurations spanning model years 1992 through 1996. Over this period, the MX-3 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 29 MPG, with an overall average of 24 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1996
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
1996
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,050263429MPG
1996
1.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1996
1.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1995
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400223125MPG
1995
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253428MPG
1995
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1995
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1994
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400223125MPG
1994
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253428MPG
1994
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1994
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1993
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1993
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,200243227MPG
1993
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1993
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
1992
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1992
1.6L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,150253228MPG
1992
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1992
1.9L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG

Historical Efficiency

1996
29
1995
28
1994
28
1993
27
1992
28

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MX-3) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mazda MX-3. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mazda Mazda MX-3 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
7
Total Deaths
6

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
42.9%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
14.3%
DUI Involved
28.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

25%
Front
25%
Side
50%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1994
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory