The Mazda 3 III (BM) is a sedan produced from 2013 to 2019. It is the 3rd of 3 generations of the 3 in our catalog.
Engines: 1.5 (P5-VPS (Skyactiv-G 1.5)), 120 hp. Transmission: automatic; front-wheel drive. Length 4,580 mm, wheelbase 2,700 mm, fuel tank 51 L.
Facelift: 2016. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Engine: Mazda Skyactiv-G
- few widespread problems
- carbon buildup on valves in city driving
What to check when buying: smoothness of idle; service history.
Tip: Oil per schedule, ideally every 7–8k km.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Mazda 3 III (BM) have?
1.5, code P5-VPS (Skyactiv-G 1.5), 120 hp, 150 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (6AT Skyactiv-Drive).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 51 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Mazda 3 III (BM) in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.