The 2026 Mazda Mazda3 is 179.5″ long, 70.5″ wide and 57.1″ tall on a 107.5″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,082 lb. At 15 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Mazda Mazda3 generation, measured
The biggest change in weight came in 2014: 192 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2013 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 57.9″ | 103.9″ | 2,758 lb |
| 2014–2026 | 178″ | 70.9″ | 57.5″ | 106.3″ | 2,950 lb |
Mazda3 year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2025 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2024 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2023 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2022 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2021 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2020 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2019 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 107.5″ | 6 | |
| 2018 | 178″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 4 | |
| 2017 | 178″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 4 | |
| 2016 | 178″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 4 | |
| 2015 | 178″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 4 | |
| 2014 | 178″ | 70.9″ | 106.3″ | 4 | |
| 2013 | 179.1″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 5 | |
| 2012 | 179.1″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 5 | |
| 2011 | 178.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 5 | |
| 2010 | 178.7″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 5 | |
| 2009 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2008 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2007 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2006 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2005 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2004 | 177.6″ | 69.3″ | 103.9″ | 2 |
Mazda3 on the used market
In 762 Mazda3 listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2014–2026 car is the most common: 419 of them (55%), at an average asking price of $13,026. ForCar visitors have decoded 365 Mazda3 VINs; the most checked model years are 2012, 2015 and 2014.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2026 | 419 | 55% | $13,026 | 96,075 mi |
| 2004–2013 | 343 | 45% | $6,045 | 141,313 mi |
Will a Mazda3 fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.9 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,013 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 70.5″ | 71.3″ | −0.8″ |
| Wheelbase | 107.5″ | 105.5″ | +2.0″ |
| Curb weight | 3,082 lb | 3,428 lb | −346 lb |
Mazda3 against its rivals
Next to the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Toyota Prius, the Mazda3 is the shortest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda Mazda3 (this car) | 2026 | 179.5″ | 70.5″ | 3,082 lb |
| Honda Civic | 2026 | 181.9″ | 70.9″ | 3,025 lb |
| Toyota Corolla | 2026 | 181.1″ | 69.3″ | 3,097 lb |
| Toyota Prius | 2026 | 181.1″ | 70.1″ | 3,280 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Mazda3 bigger than the 2025?
No. The 2026 and 2025 Mazda3 are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Mazda3 or the Honda Civic?
The 2026 Honda Civic is 2.4″ longer and 57 lb lighter than the 2026 Mazda3.
How much does a used Mazda3 cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $6,045 for the 2004–2013 car to $13,026 for the 2014–2026 one, across 762 listings.
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