1996 Mazda MX3 fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1996 Mazda MX3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 29 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 26 city / 34 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 20 to 29 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 26 and 34 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,300 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MX-3 Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG | $2,300 |
| MX-3 Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG | $2,600 |
| MX-3 Manual 5-spd | 6-cyl 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3,050 |
| MX-3 Automatic 4-spd | 6-cyl 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,300 per year in fuel, versus $3,350 for the least efficient.