2014 Mazda 3 hatchback
Small car
2014 TOP SAFETY PICK+
Crashworthiness
Front crash
prevention
Crash avoidance rating
Advanced
with optional
equipment
Tests rating scale:
G = Good
A = Acceptable
M = Marginal
P = Poor
Small overlap front
G
Moderate overlap front
G
Side
G
Roof strength
G
Head restraints & seats
G
Test details:
Applies to 2014 models built after October 2013
Overall evaluation
G
Structure and safety cage
G
Injury measures
Head/neck
G
Chest
G
Hip/thigh
G
Lower leg/foot
A
Retraints and dummy kinematics
G
Important: Frontal crash test ratings should be compared only among vehicles of similar weight.
The Mazda 3 was redesigned for the 2014 model year. Beginning with 2014 models built after October 2013, the front suspension was modified to improve occupant protection in small overlap frontal crashes (note: information about when a specific vehicle was manufactured is on the certification label typically affixed to the car on or near the driver door). The small overlap frontal ratings apply to both the hatchback and sedan versions of the Mazda 3.
Structure
The driver space was maintained well, with maximum intrusion of the lower interior of 12 cm at the lower hinge pillar. Upper interior intrusion measured 7-9 cm at the instrument panel.
Injury measures
Measures from the dummy indicate that injuries to the right lower leg would be possible in a crash of this severity. The risk of significant injuries to other body regions is low.
Restraints and dummy kinematics
The dummy's movement was well controlled. The dummy's head loaded the frontal airbag, which stayed in front of the dummy until rebound. The side curtain airbag deployed and had sufficient forward coverage to protect the head from contact with side structure and outside objects. The side torso airbag also deployed.
Tested vehicle specifications
Tested vehicle 2014 Mazda 3i Touring 4-door
Weight 2,891 lbs.
Side airbags front and rear head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags
Wheelbase 106 in.
Length 176 in.
Width 71 in.
Engine 2.0 L 4-cylinder
EPA ratings 30 mpg city / 40 mpg highway
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