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Mazda · model year 2026
2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD
Compact · 4-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
- 53 Fuel-efficient compact cars
Ordered by combined MPG #53 of 86 - 163 Fuel-efficient cars
Ordered by combined MPG #163 of 401 - 03 Mazda cars
Every model year, newest first #3 of 1,156 - 711 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #711 of 1,172 - 233 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #233 of 1,362 - 420 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #420 of 2,158
Against fuel-efficient compact cars
The CarCody take
The 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD is a gasoline compact car with automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. Its EPA rating is 27 MPG combined, with 23 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,500, and tailpipe CO2 is 334 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 4-wheel drive in a compact car
- 32 MPG highway rating
- Automatic S6 transmission
- 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbo engine
Watch for
- 23 MPG city rating
- $2,500 EPA annual fuel cost
- 334 grams per mile tailpipe CO2
Who it suits. Drivers seeking a compact gasoline car with 4-wheel drive Shoppers comparing compact cars by MPG
Choose the 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD if a compact gasoline car with four driven wheels matches your priorities. The official numbers point to moderate fuel economy for mixed use, with a clear difference between city and highway driving. Budget $2,500 a year for fuel under the EPA estimate, and note the 334-gram-per-mile tailpipe CO2 figure. It is a straightforward fit for buyers comparing compact cars on MPG while keeping 4-wheel drive in the requirements.
What it is
This 2026 Mazda 3 is a car in the EPA Compact Cars class. It uses gasoline, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbo engine, automatic S6 transmission, and 4-wheel drive. Its defining figure is 27 MPG combined. You can place it beside other Mazda cars when narrowing a choice.
The numbers
The EPA figures are 23 MPG in city driving and 32 MPG on the highway. The 27 MPG combined number gives one reference point for mixed driving; your result depends on how much of your driving is in town or on open roads.
What it costs to run
EPA annual fuel cost is $2,500. Tailpipe CO2 is 334 grams per mile. Those figures describe the gasoline expense and emissions tied to this car's official ratings.
How it compares
Use the 27 MPG combined figure when comparing this Mazda with other compact cars. Its 23 city and 32 highway ratings show how the number splits between urban and highway use.
Who it suits
This car suits a driver shopping for a compact gasoline car with 4-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. It also fits someone who can accept the stated $2,500 annual fuel cost.
Trade-offs
Four-wheel drive and a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine define the powertrain, while the fuel figures set the running-cost side of the choice. City efficiency is 23 MPG, compared with 32 MPG on the highway, so driving mix matters.
Verdict
Choose the 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD if a compact gasoline car with four driven wheels matches your priorities. The official numbers point to moderate fuel economy for mixed use, with a clear difference between city and highway driving. Budget $2,500 a year for fuel under the EPA estimate, and note the 334-gram-per-mile tailpipe CO2 figure. It is a straightforward fit for buyers comparing compact cars on MPG while keeping 4-wheel drive in the requirements.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 27 MPG
- City MPG
- 23 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 32 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,500
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 334 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (S6)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD's combined MPG?
Its EPA combined rating is 27 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG figures?
The EPA rates it at 23 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel cost listed for this car is $2,500.
What drivetrain does this Mazda 3 use?
It has 4-wheel drive and an automatic S6 transmission.
What engine is in the 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD?
It uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder turbo gasoline engine.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
The listed tailpipe output is 334 grams per mile.
What class of car is it?
The EPA class is Compact Cars, and the body type is Car.
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