2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD

The CarCody take

The 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD is a compact gasoline car with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. Its EPA combined rating is 29 MPG, with 26 MPG in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,300, and tailpipe CO2 is 306 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact car with four-wheel drive Owners whose trips include highway driving

What it is

This is the 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD, a compact car that runs on gasoline.

The numbers

The figure to plan around is 29 MPG combined. EPA city driving is rated at 26 MPG, while highway driving is rated at 34 MPG.

What it costs to run

EPA estimates yearly fuel cost at $2,300. The car produces 306 grams of tailpipe CO2 per mile.

How it compares

You can also browse other Mazda cars by their EPA figures.

Who it suits

This layout fits a driver seeking a compact gasoline car with four-wheel drive. The EPA split gives a clearer guide for trips that are mostly in town or mostly on the highway.

Trade-offs

Highway economy is higher than city economy, at 34 versus 26 MPG. It uses gasoline and has a stated annual fuel cost of $2,300.

Verdict

Choose this Mazda when a compact body and four-wheel drive matter more than minimizing fuel use. Its 29 MPG combined rating gives a straightforward baseline for everyday driving, while the 26 MPG city result points to higher consumption in stop-and-go travel. Highway commuters have the stronger 34 MPG figure to work with. The $2,300 EPA annual fuel estimate and 306 grams-per-mile tailpipe CO2 make the running-cost trade-off clear.