III ’91: premiere of the model based on Mazda 323 (name in Japan Eunos Presso); side '91: variant AZ-3 (1.5 DOHC) for the Japanese market; I ’94: version 1.6 16In DOHC; I ’99: cessation of production.
► Technical data
bodies: 3-drzw cut. 4-you., dim. 4220/1695/1310 mm, poj. trunk 290/390 l.
Motors: benz. 4-cyl. 1.6 16N // 107 KM, moment obr. 134 Nm at 3600 rpm; V6: 1.8 24V/129 KM, 157 Nm at 4500 rpm.
Chassis: front cat drive, 5-speed gearboxes. man., 4-stop. automatic; independent suspension, in front of col. springing, stabilizer, rear wishbone system, col. springing, stabilizer.
► Faults
• traces of corrosion on the edges of the doors and covers
• leaky exhaust system
• excessive wear of the clutch and gearbox
• failures of drive joints
• brake wear
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 2455
front fender 1577
complete clutch 723
brake pads (front) 382
front door glass 558
timing drive 420
Mazda MX-3 1.6, 1996r.
► Summary
Attractive coupe for beginner athletes. Available in two engine versions, both worth recommending. Interior capacity sufficient for two. Good driving characteristics and style of the car encourage dynamic driving, that is why the offered cars tend to be heavily exploited. Attractive design
Good driveability. High component prices