2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 GS
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 AWD - CANADA Market
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4.0 / 5.0The 2026 Mazda3 GS offers a compelling blend of sophisticated design and practical features for the Canadian market. It boasts a 2.5-liter SKYACTIV-G engine paired with a 6-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic transmission and i-Activ AWD for confident all-weather performance. Inside, enjoy a premium feel with leatherette seating, a 10.25-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and advanced comfort features like a heated steering wheel and dual-zone climate control. Safety is prioritized with 10 airbags and a comprehensive suite of driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist, making it a well-rounded and secure choice.
SKYACTIV-G Skyactiv-Drive i-Activ AWD AWD Mazda Connect Wireless Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto Mazda Radar Cruise Control Smart City Brake Support Lane Departure Warning Lane Keep Assist Blind Spot Monitoring Rear Cross Traffic Alert Driver Attention Alert
Specification Categories
| Vehicle Identity: | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Mazda |
| Model Name | Mazda3 |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Trim Level | GS |
| Target Market | Canada |
| Dimensions and Aerodynamics: | |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,662 mm |
| Overall Length (mm) | 4662 mm |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2028 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,445 mm |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2725 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm |
| Interior and Infotainment: | |
|---|---|
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Second Row Seating Type | 60/40 split folding rear seat |
| Front Headroom | 954 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 931 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1075 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 891 mm |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1414 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1359 mm |
| Interior Color Options | Black |
| Seat Upholstery Material | Leatherette |
| Seat Adjustment Ways | 10-way driver |
| Heated Steering Wheel | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering Wheel Controls Type | Audio, Bluetooth, and Cruise Control |
| Climate Control Zones | 2 |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Yes |
| Standard Cargo Volume | 374 L |
| Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row | 940 L |
| Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row | 374 L |
| Infotainment Display Size | 10.25 inch |
| Digital Gauge Cluster Size | 7 inch |
| Infotainment OS | Mazda Connect |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | No |
| Smartphone Integration | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes |
| Speakers Count | 8 |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Front USB Ports Count | 2 |
| In-Car Connectivity Type | Mazda Connected Vehicle Services |
| OTA Updates Support | Yes |
| Engine Specifications: | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | SKYACTIV-G 2.5 |
| Engine Configuration | 4 / in-line |
| Engine Displacement | 2488 cc |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (mm) | 89.0 mm |
| Stroke (mm) | 100.0 mm |
| Total Valves | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Camshaft Layout | DOHC |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel System Type | Direct injection |
| Engine Fuel Type | Regular (unleaded) |
| Recommended Octane Rating | Regular (unleaded) |
| Cylinder Deactivation System | Removed |
| Power | 186 hp |
| Horsepower RPM | 6,000 rpm |
| Power (kW) | 138.79 kW |
| Torque | 186 lb-ft |
| Max Torque (Nm) | 252.18 N-m |
| Maximum Torque RPM | 4,000 rpm |
| Engine Redline RPM | 6,500 rpm |
| Transmission and Drivetrain: | |
|---|---|
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Marketing Name | Skyactiv-Drive |
| Number of Forward Gears | 6 |
| Manual Shift Mode | Yes |
| Drivetrain Architecture | AWD |
| All-Wheel Drive System | i-Activ AWD |
| Drive Modes Selector | Drive Selection switch |
| Performance and Fuel Economy: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L |
| Fuel Economy Standard | L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (City) | 9.1 L/100km |
| City Fuel Economy (L/100km) | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (Highway) | 6.8 L/100km |
| Highway Fuel Economy (L/100km) | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (Combined) | 8.1 L/100km |
| Combined Fuel Economy (L/100km) | 8.1 L/100km |
| Emission Standard | Tier 3 / Bin 30 |
| Safety and Driver Assistance: | |
|---|---|
| Airbags Count | 10 |
| Airbags Deployment Locations | Dual front, dual side, dual side curtain, driver and front passenger knee, rear side |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors | Integrated child safety-seat anchors in rear seat (outboard seats) |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) | Smart City Brake Support Front (SCBS-F), Smart Brake Support Front (SBS-F) |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function |
| Stop & Go Function | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) |
| Lane Keep Assist (LKA) | Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) | Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring (ABSM) |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Driver Attention Alert (DAA) |
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