Mazda 3 Sedan in Saudi Arabia: Engine, Performance, Features and Key Highlights

Saudi Arabia: The Mazda 3 Sedan is a stylish four-door 5-seater compact car. It is known for its upscale interior, engaging handling, and sleek styling. The pricing starts from just SAR 73,600 including VAT and comes in a single Entry grade. This keeps things simple for buyers: one configuration, front-wheel drive only, with top-notch cabin quality and driving feel. 

Quick facts:

• Single Entry grade available in Saudi Arabia, priced from SAR 73,600 (SAR 64,000 + 15% VAT)
• Engine: SKYACTIV 2.0L 4-cylinder, 155 hp, 213 Nm
• Transmission: 6-speed automatic, front-wheel drive
• 7 airbags standard, including a driver's knee airbag
• Warranty: 3 years or 100,000 km

Mazda 3 Sedan Pricing in Saudi Arabia

Detail	Figure
Grade	Entry (only grade currently listed)
Vehicle price	SAR 64,000
VAT (15%)	SAR 9,600
Total price	SAR 73,600

Price excludes TAMM, transportation, registration fees, and car insurance.

Mazda 3 Sedan Engine and Performance

Spec	Figure
Engine	SKYACTIV 4-cylinder, 2.0L
Max power	155 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Max torque	213 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Compression ratio	13:1
Transmission	SKYACTIV 6-speed automatic
Drive type	Front-wheel drive
Recommended fuel	Gasoline, 91 octane or above
Fuel tank capacity	51 liters
Drive modes	Sport drive mode
Warranty	3 years or 100,000 km
Service interval	Every 10,000 km or 12 months

The 2.0-liter SKYACTIV engine prioritizes smooth, naturally aspirated delivery over turbocharged punch, with refinement and control driving. It also has a dedicated Sport drive mode for buyers who want a slightly sharper throttle response.

Exterior Design of Mazda 3 Sedan

Feature	Detail
Length	4,660 mm
Width	1,795 mm
Height	1,440 mm
Wheels	16-inch
Headlights	LED with automatic leveling
Running lights	LED daytime running lamps
Door mirrors	Auto-fold

The Mazda 3 Sedan's low 1,440 mm height and long 4,660 mm length give it a distinctly sporty stance for the segment.

Mazda 3 Sedan Interior and Comfort Features

• Smart engine start
• Cloth seat upholstery
• Dashboard, doors, and console finished in leather with stitching detail
• Fuel economy display
• Front full automatic air conditioning, with rear vents
• Auto open/close door windows
• 8-inch center display with Commander Control dial
• 454 liters of luggage space with the rear seat unfolded

Technology and Connectivity

• 8-inch center display
• Commander Control rotary dial for infotainment navigation
• Apple CarPlay
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Voice command
• Type-C charging port
• 8-speaker sound system

Safety Features

The Mazda 3 Sedan provides a complete suite of standard active and passive safety features. 

• 7 airbags: dual front, side front, curtain, and a driver's knee airbag
• SKYACTIV Body Ring structure: uses ultra-tensile steel for structural rigidity
• Front seats designed to mitigate neck shock in a collision
• Seatbelt reminder for all seats
• 4 rear parking sensors
• Rear-view camera
• Cruise control
• Electric Parking Brake with Autohold
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Final Thoughts

There's no trim ladder to climb in the Mazda 3 Sedan, with single-grade availability from SAR 73,600. This makes the buying decision simple. The safety package, 7 airbags including a driver's knee airbag, paired with the usual Mazda strengths of a refined cabin and composed driving feel from the naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine, makes it stand out in the segment.

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