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Mazda Model and Chassis Codes Guide

How to make sense of your Mazda generation

  • Mazda chassis codes typically begin with a letter followed by three or four digits
  • The letter often represents the model line (e.g., 'D' for Demio, 'M' for Mazda3)
  • The numbers signify the generation or specific variant of the model
  • Some chassis codes may also include additional characters to denote engine or transmission types
  • These codes are used internally for development, production, and service purposes

Mazda Table of Contents

Mazda 2

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 2 3rd gen DE

    3rd gen DE 2011-2014

    • Ford platform shared
    • Lightweight, sporty handling
    • Small, fuel efficient
    • Often called Demio
    • Limited US availability
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Mazda 3

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 3 4th gen BP

    4th gen BP 2019-2025

    • Skyactiv-X engine
    • Premium interior materials
    • Available all-wheel drive
    • Sleek, sporty design
    • Available with manual
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 3 3rd gen BM, BN

    3rd gen BM, BN 2014-2018

    • KODO design language
    • Skyactiv technology debut
    • Hatchback, sedan options
    • Improved fuel efficiency
    • Sporty driving dynamics
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 3 2nd gen BL

    2nd gen BL 2010-2013

    • Ford C1 platform
    • Facelifted first gen
    • Mazdaspeed3 available
    • Improved interior quality
    • Sporty handling focus
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 3 1st gen BK

    1st gen BK 2004-2009

    • Replaced the Familia
    • Ford C1 platform
    • Sporty, fun to drive
    • Mazdaspeed3 variant
    • Global success story
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Mazda 5

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 5 2nd gen CW

    2nd gen CW 2012-2015

    • Sliding rear doors
    • Compact minivan design
    • Seven passenger capacity
    • Available manual transmission
    • Limited US market
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 5 1st gen CR

    1st gen CR 2006-2010

    • Premacy name elsewhere
    • Compact MPV design
    • Sliding rear doors
    • Affordable family hauler
    • Unique styling cues
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Mazda 6

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 6 3rd gen GJ1

    3rd gen GJ1 2014-2021

    • Skyactiv-D diesel option
    • KODO design language
    • Touring, sedan bodies
    • Premium interior feel
    • Sporty driving dynamics
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 6 2nd gen GH1

    2nd gen GH1 2009-2013

    • Ford CD3 platform
    • Sport wagon available
    • MZR engine family
    • Facelifted first generation
    • Global mid-size car
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda 6 1st gen GG1

    1st gen GG1 2003-2008

    • Replaced the 626
    • Ford CD3 platform
    • Sporty, fun to drive
    • Hatchback option available
    • Global mid-size car
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Mazda 626

Mazda CX-3

Mazda CX-30

Mazda CX-5

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda CX-5 2nd gen KF

    2nd gen KF 2018-2025

    • Improved ride quality
    • Refined interior design
    • Turbocharged engine option
    • KODO design evolution
    • More premium feel
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda CX-5 1st gen KE

    1st gen KE 2013-2017

    • Skyactiv technology debut
    • KODO design language
    • Efficient, sporty drive
    • Compact crossover SUV
    • Critical, commercial success
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Mazda CX-50

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda CX-50 -

    - 2023-2025

    • New platform design
    • Off-road focused variant
    • Turbocharged engine option
    • Premium interior materials
    • Adventure-ready crossover SUV
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Mazda CX-7

Mazda CX-70

Mazda CX-9

Mazda CX-90

Mazda Mazdaspeed 3

Mazda Mazdaspeed 6

Mazda Mazdaspeed Protege

Mazda Millenia

Mazda MPV

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda MPV 2nd gen LW

    2nd gen LW 2000-2006

    • Sliding rear doors
    • Unique styling details
    • Available all-wheel drive
    • Compact minivan design
    • Precursor to Mazda5
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Mazda MX-30

Mazda MX-5 Miata

  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda MX-5 Miata 4th gen ND

    4th gen ND 2016-2025

    • Skyactiv chassis tech
    • Lightest, most powerful Miata yet
    • RF retractable hardtop available
    • Modern classic design
    • Attempt at a return to "pure" driving experience
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda MX-5 Miata 3rd gen NC

    3rd gen NC 2006-2015

    • More refined ride, "Practical" and comfortable
    • Still fun to drive, but bigger and heavier
    • Longest generation run
    • Power retractable hardtop option
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda MX-5 Miata 2nd gen NB

    2nd gen NB 1999-2005

    • Continued with the NA legacy
    • No more retractable headlights
    • Improved chassis stiffness
    • Still sporty, more aero-dynamic
    • Mazdaspeed turbo option
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  • Illustrated profile outline of the Mazda MX-5 Miata 1st gen NA

    1st gen NA 1990-1997

    • Iconic pop-up headlights
    • Lightweight, nimble handling
    • Affordable, fun, open-top roadster
    • Quickly gained cult classic status
    • Inspired by British roadsters like Lotus
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Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

Mazda Protege

Mazda Protege5

Mazda RX-8

Mazda Tribute

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