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1992 Mazda MX-3 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$11,350 to $14,150

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Mazda designed its new MX-3 sports coupe to be a quick, nimble compact car that was also economical to own and maintain. And according to most drivers, the Japanese automaker easily achieved that goal. For its first year in production, the MX-3 was available in both a Base version and a more powerful GS model. The Base MX-3 came with an 88-horsepower, 1.6-liter four cylinder, while the GS version came with a 130-horsepower, 1.8-liter V6 that was the smallest V6 engine available in the industry. A five-speed manual overdrive transmission was standard for both versions, while a four-speed automatic was available as optional equipment. Standard features for the MX-3 in its initial year were fairly limited, and included bucket seats, power brakes, power steering, power exterior mirrors, 14-inch wheels, a rear window defroster, and an AM/FM/cassette stereo system. The GS added a rear spoiler, a tighter sport suspension, and alloy wheels. Options included air conditioning, power windows, and power door locks. Excellent, awesome, exciting, gorgeous, perfect, and cute were just some of the words drivers used to describe the MX-3. They also noted that it was reliable, comfortable, and great fun to drive. Negatives? Some drivers would have liked the sports coupe to have a little more power, but for the most part negative comments about the MX-3 were hard to come by.

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by Stephen G
Feb 08, 2010
Once it had all the things fixed on her, It ran even better than my expectations. Man how I miss her! Even though she was a Four Banger, she would pass Rustangs and Vette's. This is the car that saw 140+ MPH!!!Feb 08, 2010
by Tyler L
Sep 16, 2009
Well it is my friend's car, and it has lowering suspension, short shifter and exhaust mods. So it had a pretty nice (sporty) ride. There was something wrong with the engine though, cause it would have no power and then surge at 4000 RPM (he's gonna get that checked out), but overall it was pretty fun. The interior has cheap materials, but the exterior is quite sculptural, although his is rusty, too. Fun car, but modification is a must. :)Sep 16, 2009
by Donovan D
Jul 29, 2008
Acceleration is good, but could be better. Braking and handling are great. Build quality is good. Appearance on the interior is great. Older or abused models will need some work on upholstery. The outside looks great, but again older or abused models will need minor body work/paint. So far gas mileage is decent (Mid 20's town and upper 20's highway) and maintenance has been rather easy and straight forward. As for fun factor, nothing like it. It's a very unique and very fun car to drive.Jul 29, 2008

1992 Mazda MX-3 Pricing

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Trims & specs

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Sunroof: power glass

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

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