2012 Mazda Mazda3 Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 17 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Second generation (BL) - Facelift.
- Length177.4 in – 180.9 in
- Width69.1 in
- Height57.9 in
- Wheelbase103.9 in
- Curb weight2,866 lb – 3,048 lb
- Length177.4 in – 180.9 in
- Height57.9 in
- Wheelbase103.9 in
- Curb weight2,866 lb – 3,048 lb
- Width69.1 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2012 Mazda Mazda3
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 177.4 in – 180.9 in · 69.1 in · 57.9 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 67.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS, P205/50VR17.0 BSW performance AS, 205/50R17, 205/55R16…. Tire sizes
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- Compare this vehicleSize vs a competitor
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- Check tire sizeOEM tire sizes
- Check wiper sizeBlade lengths
- Check battery sizeGroup size
- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 177.4 in – 180.9 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 69.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 38.1 in – 38.9 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.4 in – 38.0 in |
| Front legroom | 42.0 in |
| Rear legroom | 36.2 in |
| Front shoulder room | 54.9 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.0 in |
| Front hip room | 53.7 in |
| Rear hip room | 52.2 in |
| Passenger volume | 94.0 cu ft – 95.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 11.8 cu ft – 17.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 2,866 lb – 3,048 lb |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal – 15.9 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,095 lb – 2,600 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 135 – 168 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
- P205/50VR17.0 BSW performance AS
- 205/50R17
- 205/55R16
- 225/40R18
- 225/45R17
- 235/35R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger19"
- Rear14"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 26R-3
- 35-1
- 35-2
- 35-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 0W-204.5 qt
- 5W-306 qt
- 5W-205.3 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (17 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i Grand Touring SKYACTIV 4dr Hatchback | 177.4 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2969 |
| i Grand Touring SKYACTIV 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2950 |
| i Sport 4dr Sedan | 180.7 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2866 |
| i Sport 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2872 |
| i SV 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2866 |
| i SV 4dr Sedan | 180.7 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2866 |
| i Touring 4dr Sedan | 180.7 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2866 |
| i Touring SKYACTIV 4dr Hatchback | 177.4 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2896 |
| i Touring SKYACTIV 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 2872 |
| s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback | 177.4 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3048 |
| s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback | 177.4 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3048 |
| s Grand Touring 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3046 |
| s Grand Touring 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3046 |
| s Touring 4dr Hatchback | 177.4 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3048 |
| s Touring 4dr Hatchback | 177.4 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3048 |
| s Touring 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3046 |
| s Touring 4dr Sedan | 180.9 | 69.1 | 57.9 | 103.9 | — | 3046 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Second generation (BL) - Facelift): years 2012–2013. View model overview