Segment:
        
        
            Mid-size Sedan / Saloon
        
     
    
        
            Brand Philosophy:
        
        
            Jinba Ittai ('Horse and Rider as One')
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors:
        
        
            Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Ford Fusion, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Language:
        
        
            KODO - Soul of Motion
        
     
    
        
            Powertrain Technology:
        
        
            SKYACTIV-D Clean Diesel Technology, SKYACTIV-Drive transmissions
        
     
    
        
            Chassis Dynamics:
        
        
            Lightweight and rigid chassis, refined suspension tuning
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            SKYACTIV-D 2.2 Diesel, including DPF, Turbocharger, Fuel Injection, Cooling, Lubrication, Emission Control
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            SKYACTIV-Drive Automatic, Manual Transmission (MT), Drivetrain, AWD System (if applicable)
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Hydraulic System, ABS, DSC, Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Steering:
        
        
            Front & Rear Suspension, Power Steering System (EPS)
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Electronics:
        
        
            Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Infotainment, Lighting, Power Accessories, CAN Bus System
        
     
    
        
            Body Chassis:
        
        
            Frame, Body Panels, Doors, Glass, Interior Trim, Seating Systems
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Climate Control System, Refrigerant, Air Conditioning
        
     
    
        
            Safety Restraint:
        
        
            Airbags, Seatbelt Pre-tensioners, SRS System
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Symptom-based Troubleshooting, Wiring Diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Component Removal & Installation, Engine Rebuild, Transmission Overhaul, Body Panel Repair
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Detailed Fault Finding Procedures for all Major Systems
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Diagnostics:
        
        
            Component Testing, Pinpoint Tests, Wiring Harness Repair
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Expert Level (Professional Technicians), covering diagnostics, advanced repairs, and component overhaul
        
     
    
        
            Specialized Coverage:
        
        
            SKYACTIV-D specific technologies, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration and maintenance
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            2.2L Inline 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (SKYACTIV-D)
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            86.0 mm x 94.2 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            14.9:1
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Ps:
        
        
            175 PS @ 4500 rpm (approx.)
        
     
    
        
            Torque Nm:
        
        
            420 Nm @ 2000 rpm (approx.)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Injection System:
        
        
            Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI), Pilot Injection
        
     
    
        
            Emission Control:
        
        
            Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) in some markets
        
     
    
    
        
            Turbocharger:
        
        
            Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-Speed Automatic
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            6-Speed Manual Transmission (M6)
        
     
    
    
        
            Automatic Transmission Features:
        
        
            Lock-up Clutch across wide range, Direct feel, Quick shifting
        
     
    
    
        
            Drivetrain Options:
        
        
            Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on select trims/markets
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Rating:
        
        
            5-Star Overall Safety Rating (typical for this generation)
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Top Safety Pick:
        
        
            Often awarded Top Safety Pick+
        
     
    
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            TCS, DSC (Dynamic Stability Control)
        
     
    
        
            Braking Assistance:
        
        
            ABS, EBD, Brake Assist
        
     
    
        
            Driver Assistance:
        
        
            Smart City Brake Support (SCBS), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Front, Side, Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            Pre-tensioners, Load Limiters
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            System Name:
        
        
            Mazda Connect (MZD Connect)
        
     
    
        
            Features:
        
        
            7-inch Color Touchscreen Display, HD Radio, Pandora, Stitcher, Aha, USB/Auxiliary Input, Bluetooth
        
     
    
        
            Navigation:
        
        
            Optional GPS Navigation System
        
     
    
    
        
            Advanced Features Package:
        
        
            i-ACTIVSENSE Suite (includes SCBS, BSM, RCTA, LDW, MRCC)
        
     
    
    
        
            Connectivity Options:
        
        
            Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming, USB connectivity
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (refer to manual for specific conditions)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            30,000 miles or 36 months
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            20,000 miles or 24 months
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Refer to manual, often integrated with fuel pump or service as needed
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            API SN, ILSAC GF-5; Viscosity: 0W-30 or 5W-30 (check manual for exact spec)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Auto:
        
        
            Mazda Genuine ATF FZ or equivalent specified by Mazda
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Mazda FL22 Long Life Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            Potential for carbon buildup in intake manifold, DPF regeneration issues in some cases, injector issues (less common than petrol).
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Some reports of rust in specific areas, particularly around wheel arches on earlier models.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Infrequent reports of infotainment system glitches or battery drain issues.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand Focus:
        
        
            Driving Dynamics, Design, Reliability
        
     
    
    
        
            Generation:
        
        
            Third Generation (GJ/GL) - Introduced 2012 (for 2013MY), facelift in 2014 (for 2015MY)
        
     
    
        
            Key Innovations:
        
        
            Full suite of SKYACTIV technologies (engine, transmission, chassis, body)
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Locations:
        
        
            Japan (Hofu), Russia (Vladivostok), Thailand, Malaysia