MPGTerminal
51/100
2024Compact CarsRegular

2024 Mazda 3 4-Door 2WD

EPA ID: 47330
27
City MPG
31
Combined MPG
31MPG· Excellent
37
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2024 Mazda 3 4-Door 2WD achieves an EPA-estimated 31 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 27 MPG in the city and 37 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (s6), this compact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2024 3 4-Door 2WD produces approximately 287 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this 3 4-Door 2WD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,950, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,000 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassCompact Cars
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine2.5L 4-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions287 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score6/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,950
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,000

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

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Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
30.7
Impact vs EPA
+$14
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$513/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$14,000
45.5%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,468
27.5%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,900
25.7%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.3%
Total 5-Year Cost$30,768

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,950
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $1,000

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City27 MPG
Highway37 MPG
Combined31 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

57.4 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 71 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.8 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.