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Mazda CX-3

Crossover · 2016–2021

Trims and features

201620172018201920202021

What changed for 2021

2021 CX-3 trims

Sport
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $20,640
Powertrain
EngineSKYACTIV-G 2.0L
Horsepower148 hp
Torque146 lb-ft
TransmissionSKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed AT with manual-shift mode and Sport mode
Gears6
DrivetrainAWD / FWD
Size and capability
Seats5
Cargo behind last row17.8 cu ft
Max cargo42.7 cu ft
Ground clearance6.1 in
Length168.3 in
Curb weightAWD: 2,994 lb
FWD: 2,851 lb
Tech
Touchscreen7 in
Apple CarPlayOptional
Android AutoOptional
Speakers6
Driver assistance
Adaptive cruise controlAdaptive Cruise with Stop & Go
Lane keepingLane Departure Warning
Blind-spot monitoringBlind Spot Alert
Automatic emergency brakingAEB with Pedestrian Detection
Rear cross-trafficRear Cross-Traffic Alert
Comfort
SeatsCloth
Second rowSplit Bench
Exterior
Wheels16 in
Packages and options (9)
Sport
Navigation System Optional
Ceramic Metallic Optional
Deep Crystal Blue Mica Optional
Eternal Blue Mica Optional
Jet Black Mica Optional
Machine Gray Metallic $495Optional
Snowflake White Pearl Mica Optional
Soul Red Crystal Metallic Optional
Black Cloth Optional

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Apple lists CarPlay for: CX-3 2020–2025 (Apple).

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2021 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 14
2021 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 14
2020 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 StandardStandard 11
2020 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 StandardStandard 11
2019 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 227
2019 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 227
2018 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 OptionalNo 110
2018 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 OptionalNo 110
2017 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 OptionalOptional 121
2017 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 OptionalOptional 121
2016 Mazda CX-3 SUV FWD5 NoNo 348
2016 Mazda CX-3 SUV AWD5 NoNo 348

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2021CX-3 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 31
2021CX-3 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 29
2020CX-3 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 31
2020CX-3 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 29
2019CX-3 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 31
2019CX-3 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 29
2018CX-3 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 31
2018CX-3 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 29
2017CX-3 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 31
2017CX-3 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 29
2016CX-3 2WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 31
2016CX-3 4WDAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L 29

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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