Mazda mx3 v6 24v Service Manual – Car Service Manuals
1.5 L B5-ZE I4 DOHC
1.6 L B6-ME I4 SOHC
1.6 L B6D I4 DOHC
1.8 L K8 V6 DOHC
Class Sport compact
Body style 3-door hatchback.
Mazda mx3 v6 24v Service Manual – Car Service Manuals
Mazda mx3 v6 24v Service Manual – Car Service Manuals – The V6 MX-3 had a factory claimed top speed of 202 km/h (126 mph) (in European trim). The US-spec MX-3 GS could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 8.4 seconds, and could travel a quarter mile in 16.4 seconds. With a turning rate of 0.89 g (8.7 m/s²), its handling capabilities were among the best in its class.
Mazda mx3 v6 24v Service Manual – Car Service Manuals – The V6 engine was impressive for the time, belonging to the Mazda K-series, which were used in a range of Mazda vehicles. These engines were designed to be smooth and hold a high torque across the RPM range.
Mazda mx3 v6 24v Service Manual – Car Service Manuals
These engines used a variable length intake manifold (VLIM), in order to provide optimal torque using intake resonance. Mazda called their system on the MX-3 the “Variable Resonance Induction System” (VRIS). This engine had a 7,000 rpm redline, and a 7,800 rpm fuel cutoff. It has been rumored that Porsche designers assisted in the creation of the K series engine.
