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Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current first-generation DK-series Mazda CX-3 Current version 2015 Body style SUV
2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD: the entry-price derivative at R440,000.
ZAR 440,000
On-road in
ZAR 456,280
Ex-showroom ZAR 440,000
Estimated finance from ZAR 7,697/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1998cc (2.0L) Torque:206Nm (152 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:155mm (6.1″) Power:115kW (154 bhp) Boot240L (8.5 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 15.9 km/l (37 mpg)
City 12.8 km/l (30 mpg)
Highway 18.7 km/l (44 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 7,697
Total Interest
ZAR 111,845
Total Payable
ZAR 461,845
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Source-backed vehicle data • Verified by the Hagalu team

Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD

2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD: the entry-price derivative at R440,000.

The Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD is the entry-price derivative in the South African range. Its current recommended price is R440,000. 2.0 Litre in-line 4 cylinder with 115 kW and 206 Nm, 6-Speed Auto, FWD. That combination defines the derivative more clearly than exterior trim: it determines traffic behaviour, overtaking reserve, energy use and the equipment package financed over the ownership term. Black Cloth; 8-Inch; 6 airbags; 5 Years/Unlimited km warranty. Value in the CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD must be assessed against the adjacent derivative, not against the model's starting price alone. Calculate the difference using the same deposit, interest rate, term and balloon, then decide whether this edition's safety, camera, seating, lighting or drivetrain equipment will be used regularly. The price step mainly buys transmission, safety, cabin and parking equipment because the editions within each engine family share their basic mechanical layout. A feature that helps every day can justify a modest instalment increase; an appearance item that also raises insurance or tyre cost needs a harder calculation. A useful CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD test drive should start at low speed. Use a cold start where possible, move through stop-start traffic, reverse on a slope and check the view around the front corners. Then carry enough speed to evaluate merging, downshifts and braking. Adjust this derivative's driver's seat before judging rear space, and load the boot with the buyer's own bulky item. These checks reveal whether its equipment actually supports the buyer's routine. Running the CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD depends on more than its official combined figure. Short trips, highveld altitude, payload, air-conditioning, wheel size and driving style all change consumption. For this electrified derivative where applicable, charging frequency and tariff are equally important. The written deal should identify the exact model year, paint cost, fitted accessories, warranty, service plan and any condition attached to its promotional price. This prevents a seemingly attractive monthly payment from hiding a large final amount or excluded ownership costs.

Mazda CX-3 — Quick Facts

Mazda CX-3 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD Base Petrol Automatic ZAR 440,000
2.0 Dynamic Auto FWD Mid Petrol Automatic ZAR 479,300
2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD Top Petrol Automatic ZAR 551,600
2.0 Individual Auto FWD Flagship Petrol Automatic ZAR 551,600
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD Base Petrol Automatic ZAR 440,000
2.0 Dynamic Auto FWD Mid Petrol Automatic ZAR 479,300
2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD Top Petrol Automatic ZAR 551,600
2.0 Individual Auto FWD Flagship Petrol Automatic ZAR 551,600
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Mazda CX-3 Specifications

Length
4275 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1536 mm
Wheelbase
2570 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
155 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
48 l
Boot/Cargo Space
240 l
Kerb Weight
1270 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1643 kg
Payload Capacity
373 kg
Towing Capacity
850 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
Front Legroom
1058 mm
Rear Legroom
888 mm
Driving fit

Where the Mazda CX-3 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

This derivative is aimed at a buyer who wants the entry-price derivative and is comfortable with automatic operation and petrol ownership. It is most convincing when its confirmed equipment is used often enough to justify R440,000, while the household still retains room for insurance, tyres, energy and servicing.

City
In town, assess the CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD's clutch or automatic calibration, parking visibility, camera and sensor coverage, steering effort and phone integration. This derivative should make repeated errands easier, not merely look richer in the showroom. Check its garage clearance and rear-door access with the normal family load. Short-trip consumption or charging behaviour should be measured over a week after purchase rather than inferred from a combined laboratory figure.
Highway
For national-road use in the CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD, test its 2.0 litre in-line 4 cylinder with 115 kw and 206 nm, 6-speed auto, fwd. with passengers or luggage where possible. Passing response, seat support, tyre noise, crosswind stability and spare-wheel provision matter more after two hours than during a short demonstration. Confirm that this derivative's service-plan distance suits expected annual mileage and that its tyre size is readily available on the routes normally travelled.
Off-Road
The CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD remains bound by this model's published clearance, driven wheels and tyre specification. Maintained gravel in this derivative should be approached according to tyre profile and load, while technical trails require confirmed traction hardware, underbody protection and recovery points. Its styling, hill-descent software or all-wheel drive should never be read as proof of low-range capability unless the local specification explicitly includes it.

Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD — Should You Buy It?

A entry-price derivative whose value depends on using its confirmed drivetrain and equipment regularly.

At R440,000, the 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD is best understood as the entry-price derivative. Its case rests on black cloth; 8-inch; 6 airbags; 5 years/unlimited km warranty. The main compromise is the price step mainly buys transmission, safety, cabin and parking equipment because the editions within each engine family share their basic mechanical layout. Buyers should compare the exact price step, finance cost and equipment they will use every week before choosing it over the adjacent edition.

What's Good
  • ✓115 kW and 206 Nm
  • ✓Claimed 6.3 l/100km
  • ✓5 Years/Unlimited km
  • ✓Strong 2.0-litre engine for the class
  • ✓Six-speed automatic across the range
  • ✓Compact parking footprint
  • ✓Four clear equipment editions
  • ✓Carbon and Individual offer distinct character
  • ✓Current five-year MazdaCare package
Watch Out For
  • ✕No official city or highway consumption split
  • ✕Some assistance features vary by edition
  • ✕Small luggage capacity
  • ✕Rear space needs checking
  • ✕No manual derivative
  • ✕No all-wheel-drive local edition
  • ✕Top editions raise tyre and insurance cost
  • ✕City/highway economy splits are unpublished
  • ✕Not a technical off-roader

Mazda CX-3 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD is R440,000. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current South African range comprises 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Dynamic Auto FWD, 2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD, 2.0 Individual Auto FWD. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD is 155 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD is 1998 cc, with output shown as 115 kW (154 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD is around 15.9 km/l.

This derivative is aimed at a buyer who wants the entry-price derivative and is comfortable with automatic operation and petrol ownership. It is most convincing when its confirmed equipment is used often enough to justify R440,000, while the household still retains room for insurance, tyres, energy and servicing.

In town, assess the CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD's clutch or automatic calibration, parking visibility, camera and sensor coverage, steering effort and phone integration. This derivative should make repeated errands easier, not merely look richer in the showroom. Check its garage clearance and rear-door access with the normal family load. Short-trip consumption or charging behaviour should be measured over a week after purchase rather than inferred from a combined laboratory figure.

For national-road use in the CX-3 2.0 Active Edition Auto FWD, test its 2.0 litre in-line 4 cylinder with 115 kw and 206 nm, 6-speed auto, fwd. with passengers or luggage where possible. Passing response, seat support, tyre noise, crosswind stability and spare-wheel provision matter more after two hours than during a short demonstration. Confirm that this derivative's service-plan distance suits expected annual mileage and that its tyre size is readily available on the routes normally travelled.

Buyers researching the Mazda CX-3 often compare it with rivals such as Chery Tiggo 4 Cross HEV , Jetour Dashing , Suzuki Jimny 5-Door , Suzuki Jimny , GWM Jolion Pro Limited . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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