2012 Mazda Mazda3 i SV 4Dr Sedan
Fuel: 25 mpg city / 33 mpg hwyMSRP: $15,200
The 2012 Mazda3 continues in sedan or hatchback bodystyles and several trims: i SV, i Sport, i Touring, s Sport, and s Grand Touring. Engine choices include a 148 horsepower 2.0L four-cylinder engine (i models) or a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine generating 167 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque. The P-ZEV versions of both engines are available in California and other emission states. Updates for this year include standard Dynamic Stability Control and traction control across the line-up, power locks with auto-lock on all i SV and i Sport trims; and a moonroof plus upgraded audio system as standard on s Grand Touring. A Turbocharged version of the 2.3L four-cylinder engine on the MAZDASPEED models produces 263 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, and see additional equipment added to the available Tech Package.
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Mazda3 |
2012 |
i SV 4Dr Sedan |
5 Year Cost of Ownership
i SV 4Dr Sedan 5 Year Ownership Costs
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | 5 Year Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $1,960 | $1,247 | $1,173 | $1,011 | $990 | $6,381 |
| Financing | $488 | $391 | $284 | $175 | $63 | $1,401 |
| Insurance | $1,406 | $1,406 | $1,406 | $1,406 | $1,406 | $7,030 |
| State Fees | $106 | $73 | $73 | $69 | $69 | $390 |
| Fuel | $1,708 | $1,808 | $1,912 | $2,023 | $2,141 | $9,592 |
| Maintenance | $91 | $221 | $278 | $904 | $317 | $1,811 |
| Repairs | $0 | $0 | $97 | $209 | $424 | $730 |
| Ownership Costs | $5,759 | $5,146 | $5,223 | $5,797 | $5,410 | $27,335 |
Vehicle Class:
Compact Passenger Car
5 Year Cost of Similar Vehicles:
$27,573
Difference:
-$238
Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Tax Credit:
$0
Value Rating This Vehicle:
Above Average
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