2026 Mazda3 Sedan Compact Car

THE EYE-CATCHING

2026 Mazda3 Sedan

ELEVATE THE EVERYDAY DRIVE

THE 2026 MAZDA3 SEDAN COMBINES
COMFORT AND STYLE, INSIDE AND OUT

i-ACTIV AWD®

Available

250 HP

Up to1

Black Alloy

18" Wheels Available

i-ACTIVSENSE®

Safety Technology

Starting At2
$24,650

As shown $37,335

APR Offer3
0% for 36 mos. Plus 90-day deferred payments
SPECIAL OFFER4
$1,500 Customer Cash

Available on all 2026 Mazda3 Sedan Models

DESIGN

MASTERY IN THE DETAILS

The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan design commands attention at a glance.

INTERESTED IN A MAZDA3 HATCHBACK?

2026 Mazda3 Hatchback

MAZDA3 HATCHBACK SPECS

UP to 29 MPG

Combined6

UP to 250 HP

With Premium Unleaded7

Embrace what makes you different with the Mazda3 Hatchback. Its expressive capabilities make it as responsive as it is eye-catching.

2026 Car and Driver Editors’ Choice

2026 Car and Driver Editors’ Choice

We’re proud to announce that four Mazda vehicles, including the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan, have earned the 2026 Car and Driver Editors’ Choice Award. The editors highlighted the “posh interior” and called the Mazda3 “engaging to drive,” as well as “fun, refined, and reasonably efficient.

EXPLORE THE 2026 MAZDA3 SEDAN IN 360°

PERFORMANCE

TAKE ON THE ROAD

With responsive performance, you’ll experience confidence, stability, and power every time you get behind the wheel.

TRIM SELECTOR

WHICH MAZDA3 SEDAN IS
RIGHT FOR YOU?

2.5 S

Starting at $24,650 8

2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 S
  • 186-hp SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 4-cylinder engine and i-ACTIV AWD®
  • Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM integration
2.5 S Select Sport

Starting at $25,540 8

2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 S Select Sport
  • 18” alloy wheels with Black Metallic finish
  • Leatherette-trimmed sport seats
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control system
2.5 S Preferred

Starting at $27,290 8

2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 S Preferred
  • Power sliding-glass moonroof
  • 8-way power driver's seat with 2-position memory
  • Heated front seats
2.5 S Carbon Edition

Starting at $29,815 8

2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 S Carbon Edition
  • Standard i-ACTIV AWD®
  • 18” alloy wheels with Black Metallic finish
  • Polymetal Gray Metallic paint with Red leather-trimmed seats
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

Starting at $36,940 8

2026 Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
  • Up to 250 horsepower and Standard i-ACTIV AWD®
  • Bose® premium audio system with 12 speakers
  • 360° View Monitor

Consumer Reports Recommended

Consumer Reports Recommended

For nearly 90 years, thousands of buyers have put their trust in the recommendations provided by Consumer Reports. We are proud that they have recommended several Mazda vehicles, including the Mazda3 Sedan.

TECHNOLOGY

SEAMLESS CONNECTION

The Mazda3 Sedan has integrated innovation into your drive, with features that help you stay connected while on the road.

Safety

SOPHISTICATED PROTECTION

Our suite of standard and available safety features, i-Activsense®, can alert you to hazards to help you avoid collisions—or lessen their impact. They help improve visibility on the road, and help monitor the traffic conditions around you.13

i-ACTIVSENSE® SAFETY TECHNOLOGY

I-Activsense® 
Safety Technology
Cruising & Traffic Support

Once engaged, this available feature can provide headway support of adaptive cruise control, maintaining the following distance from the vehicle ahead, while also providing lane centering assistance under certain conditions from 0 mph up to highway speeds.14

Cruising & Traffic Support

Once engaged, this available feature can provide headway support of adaptive cruise control, maintaining the following distance from the vehicle ahead, while also providing lane centering assistance under certain conditions from 0 mph up to highway speeds.14

2025 Mazda3 Sedan Safety – 2026 IIHS Top Safety Pick+

2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+

We're proud that nine Mazda vehicles, including the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan, have won a 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award–so you can drive with control, safety, and confidence. Visit www.iihs.org to learn more.

2025 Mazda3 Sedan Safety – 2026 NHTSA 5-Star Overall Safety Rating

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

We are also honored that the 2026 Mazda3 Sedan has earned a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating17 from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

ACCESSORIES

CATCH EVERY EYE

These dynamic details create an unforgettable look and feel for your Mazda3. 

FAQs

Yes. All Mazda Mazda3 models feature our SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 L engine. The standard engine in Mazda3 2.5 S models offers up to 186 hp. Mazda3 2.5 Turbo models add a Dynamic Pressure turbocharger that boosts output up to 250 hp when using recommended premium unleaded fuel.

Mazda3 Sedan models feature a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 L engine that offers up to 186 hp and 186 lb-ft torque, while Mazda3 Sedan 2.5 Turbo models add a Dynamic Pressure turbocharger that boosts output to 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque when using recommended premium fuel. Visit the Mazda3 Sedan Trims & Specs page.

All Mazda3 Sedan models feature a SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-Speed Automatic Transmission with manual-shift mode and Sport mode.

EPA mileage estimates for the Mazda3 Sedan vary by model and FWD. vs. AWD. Fuel economy ranges from 23-27 MPG city and 32-36 MPG highway.

 

Actual mileage will vary in real-world driving. For a full listing of EPA estimates, visit the Mazda3 Sedan Trims and Specs page.

The Mazda3 2.5 S Sedan Carbon Edition and Mazda3 2.5 Turbo Sedan Premium Plus both feature i-Activ All-Wheel Drive (AWD) as standard.

 

i-Activ AWD® provides functionality beyond that of a typical 4WD or AWD system. Unlike basic AWD systems that react to traction loss, i-Activ AWD is always engaged and proactively monitors vehicle dynamics data in real time to watch for variations in wheel loads that a driver may not notice. The system then automatically controls the distribution of torque to provide predictable handling when driving on unpaved roads or adverse driving conditions.19

 

All other Mazda3 Sedan models have Front Wheel Drive (FWD) drivetrains to provide predictable handling and good fuel economy in most normal driving conditions.20

The Mazda3 Sedan offers 13.2 cubic feet of cargo space.

Remote Engine Start is a feature of Mazda Connected Services (MCS). Once a Mazda3 Sedan has been registered with MCS via the MyMazda app, owners will have access to a variety of information and remote services, including Remote Engine Start. A one-year trial subscription to MCS is included with the purchase of every new 2026 Mazda3 Sedan; with monthly subscription fees required after the one-year trial.

All Mazda3 Sedan models feature Bluetooth® connectivity, Apple CarPlay® integration for your iPhone® and Android Auto™ integration. Alexa Built-in is also available. Additionally, our Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System and Mazda Connected Services (1-year trial; monthly fees thereafter) provide features like vehicle status, Mazda Roadside Assistance, voice command, and more. Visit the Mazda3 Sedan Technology Features section of this page to learn more.

The Mazda3 Sedan is available in five different trim levels:

  • 2.5 S: Starting at $24,650
  • 2.5 S Select Sport: Starting at $25,540
  • 2.5 S Preferred: Starting at $27,290
  • 2.5 S Carbon Edition: Starting at $29,815
  • 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus: Starting at $36,940

Starting at MSRP excludes options, tax, title, license fees and $1,315 destination charge (Alaska $1,360). Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details.

 

Trim levels have differences in things like engine specs, safety features, technology, and interior design elements like leather seats. You can learn more about the differences and features included in each trim level on the Trims & Specs page.  
 

You can customize the look and performance of your Mazda3 Sedan with a variety of accessories such as a Rear Bumper Guard, Roof Rack Crossbars, a Cargo Tray, and more that you can learn about on the Mazda3 Sedan Accessories page.


The 2026 Mazda3 Sedan is a 2026 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+. Notable safety features that come standard on all Mazda3 Sedan models include Smart Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane-keep Assist, and others.21


You can learn more on the Mazda3 Sedan Safety Features section of this page.

EXPLORE AND BUILD