Car financing: 2026 Mazda 3
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 7.9 to 8.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 7.9 to 8.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2026 Mazda 3 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2026 Mazda 3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.3 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 10.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.7 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.9 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 185.5 g/km | 193.5 g/km | 195 g/km | 208.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.25 | $12.87 | $12.87 | $13.80 |
2026 Mazda 3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 27 | 26 | 25 | 23 |
| MPG highway (US) | 35 | 34 | 34 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 30 | 29 | 28 | 27 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 36 | 35 | 34 | 32 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) | 566 L (20 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,275 | US$2,350 | US$2,400 | US$2,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,450 | $2,574 | $2,574 | $2,760 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2026 Mazda 3
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2026 Mazda 3
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2026 Mazda 3 for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. The 2026 Mazda 3 for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
A buyer's checks
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
What the specs mean
Power comes from the 2.5L 4-cylinder, driving through a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
By the EPA's combined rating of 7.9 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 24 litres. In energy, every 100 km costs about $12.25 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,275 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space, size and seats
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Luggage space is 566 litres, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits commuters, couples and business trips. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Rent it for a week first
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. If the 3 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,275 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.25 in fuel.
Narrowing it down
Within the 2026 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Next step
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2026 Mazda 3 from us first.
Ask us about the 2026 Mazda 3
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2026 Mazda 3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2026 Mazda 3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2026 Mazda 3?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2026 Mazda 3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2026 Mazda 3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2026 Mazda 3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,275 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2450.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.