2026 MAZDA MAZDA3 GT
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 FWD - CANADA Market
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4.0 / 5.0The 2026 Mazda3 GT offers a compelling blend of premium features and engaging driving dynamics for the Canadian market. Powered by a SKYACTIV-G 2.5L engine paired with a 6-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic transmission, it delivers 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. Inside, occupants are treated to a luxurious cabin with leather seats, a 10.25-inch Mazda Connect infotainment system featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Bose 12-speaker audio system, and a 7-inch digital gauge cluster. Comfort is enhanced with a heated steering wheel and dual-zone climate control. Safety is paramount, with 10 airbags and a comprehensive suite of advanced driver-assistance systems including adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a 360° view monitor. Its sophisticated design and technology-forward approach position it as a strong contender in its segment.
SKYACTIV-G Skyactiv-Drive Mazda Connect Wireless Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto Bose Audio Head-Up Display (HUD) Adaptive Cruise Control Lane Keep Assist Blind Spot Monitoring 360° View Monitor FWD Direct Injection
Specification Categories
| Vehicle Identity: | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Mazda |
| Model Name | Mazda3 |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Trim Level | GT |
| 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 | Leather |
| 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) | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Brand | Alexa |
| Smartphone Integration | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes |
| Audio System Brand | Bose |
| Speakers Count | 12 |
| 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 | FWD |
| Drive Modes Selector | Drive Selection switch |
| Performance and Fuel Economy: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L |
| Fuel Economy Standard | L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (City) | 8.8 L/100km |
| City Fuel Economy (L/100km) | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (Highway) | 6.6 L/100km |
| Highway Fuel Economy (L/100km) | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Economy (Combined) | 7.8 L/100km |
| Combined Fuel Economy (L/100km) | 7.8 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), Smart Brake Support Rear (SBS-R), Smart Brake Support Rear Crossing (SBS-RC) |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW) |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Cruise and Traffic Support (CTS) |
| Stop & Go Function | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) |
| Lane Keep Assist (LKA) | Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) |
| Lane Centering Assist | Cruise and Traffic Support (CTS) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) | Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring (ABSM) |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Driver Attention Alert (DAA) |
| 360 Surround View Camera | 360° View Monitor |
| Front Parking Sensors Count | Present |
| Rear Parking Sensors Count | Present |
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