Mazda 3 BM
A sharp-handling, naturally aspirated alternative to the turbocharged norm.
- Power
- 120 bhp
- Top speed
- 121 mph
About the Mazda 3 BM
The third-generation Mazda 3 (BM) marked a significant shift for the model, being the first to be developed entirely independently of Ford platforms. It introduced the 'Kodo' design language and the full suite of Skyactiv technologies, focusing on lightweight construction and high-compression naturally aspirated engines. The 120 PS 2.0-litre unit is a detuned version of the 165 PS engine, offering a linear power delivery and a crisp manual gear change that remains a class benchmark. While it lacks the mid-range punch of contemporary turbocharged rivals, its chassis balance and steering precision make it one of the most engaging family hatchbacks of its era.
Mazda 3 BM specs
The Mazda 3 BM produces 120 bhp (89 kW) and 210 Nm (155 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 121 mph (195 km/h).
| Make | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Model | 3 |
| Generation | BM |
| Trim | 2.0 Skyactiv-G SE-L |
| Years | 2013–2018 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 120 bhp (89 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm (155 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,280 kg (2,822 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 94 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Mazda 3 BM rarity in CarSpot
The Mazda 3 BM is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Mazda 3 BM fun facts
- The Skyactiv-G engine in this car runs an unusually high compression ratio of 14:1, a figure typically reserved for high-performance racing engines.
- Total global production of the Mazda 3 reached the 5 million unit milestone in April 2016, just 12 years after the first generation launched.
- The BM generation was the first Mazda 3 to feature the Mazda Connect infotainment system, controlled via a rotary dial similar to BMW's iDrive.
