2011 Mazda Speed3

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Rating6.7

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Compact Hatchback
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$23,700
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Seductive ride and handling

Lack of automatic transmission

No significant changes

Plush interiors

Limited to hatchback body style only

Appealing exterior

Rivals offer better fuel economy

Affordable price

Specs & Features

$23,700

price

263 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

280 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

2.3L 4cyl FWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact hatchback segment, the 2011 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Hatchback is a direct competitor to the Volkswagen GTI Hatchback and the Subaru Impreza WRX STI Hatchback. With a single trim, the Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 Hatchback carries an MSRP of $23,700. It offers a 2.3L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission, producing 263 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Hatchback manages a 0-60 of 6.3 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG.

Buying Advice

The Mazdaspeed3 is offered in a single trim level that comes with all essential features. You can further add the available Tech package that adds features like keyless ignition/entry, rain-sensing wipers, automatic/adaptive bi-xenon headlights, rear LED taillights and more.

Trims

    Sport
    $23,700 onwards
    • 60/40 rear split bench seat
    • Air conditioning
    • Cruise control
    • Tilt & telescopic steering wheel

Compare to similar cars

Price

$23,700

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.7

Horsepower

263 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

280 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$15,100- $19,240

Gasoline

7.91

117 hp @ 6600 rpm

106 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$14,180- $16,435

Gasoline

7

100 hp @ 6000 rpm

98 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$18,275- $19,275

Gasoline

7.32

180 hp @ 6000 rpm

173 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

5

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$18,845- $21,715

Gasoline

8.36

132 hp @ 6000 rpm

128 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2011 Mazda Speed3 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.4 sec--
    2011 Scion TC

    Ranked #2

    7.9 sec16.0 sec-
    8.3 sec16.5 sec115 mph
    9.05 sec--
    2011 Mazda 2

    Ranked #5

    10.5 sec--

    2011 Mazda Speed3 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg15.9 gal.286.2/397.5 mi.
      2011 Mazda 2

      Ranked #1

      29 mpg35 mpg32 mpg11.3 gal.327.7/395.5 mi.
      27 mpg33 mpg29 mpg10.6 gal.286.2/349.8 mi.
      26 mpg32 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.343.2/422.4 mi.
      2011 Scion TC

      Ranked #3

      23 mpg31 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/449.5 mi.

      2011 Mazda Speed3 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        177.6 in.69.7 in.57.5 in.4.7 in.103.9 in.

        2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring

        Ranked #2

        176.6 in.69.5 in.59.8 in.5.9 in.106.3 in.
        2011 Scion TC

        Ranked #3

        174 in.70.7 in.55.7 in.6.3 in.106.3 in.
        171.9 in.69.5 in.61 in.5.8 in.102.4 in.
        161.6 in.66.7 in.60 in.6 in.98.4 in.
        2011 Mazda 2

        Ranked #6

        155.5 in.66.7 in.58.1 in.5.1 in.98 in.

        2011 Mazda Speed3 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          17 cu.ft.94.6 cu.ft.42.8 cu.ft.
          20.6 cu.ft.90.8 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.
          19.8 cu.ft.94.2 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
          2011 Mazda 2

          Ranked #4

          13.3 cu.ft.87.1 cu.ft.27.8 cu.ft.
          2011 Scion TC

          Ranked #5

          34.5 cu.ft.88.4 cu.ft.-

          2011 Mazda Speed3 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            42.8 cu.ft.17 cu.ft.42.8 cu.ft.
            2011 Mazda 2

            Ranked #2

            27.8 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.27.8 cu.ft.
            49.4 cu.ft.19.8 cu.ft.49.4 cu.ft.
            2011 Scion TC

            Ranked #4

            -34.5 cu.ft.-
            57.3 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.

            2011 Mazda Speed3 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3272 lbs.
              1500 lbs.850 lbs.2844 lbs.
              2011 Scion TC

              Ranked #2

              --3060 lbs.
              --2489 lbs.
              2011 Mazda 2

              Ranked #2

              -952 lbs.2306 lbs.

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