Does the 2025 Mazda MAZDA3 Sport need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the MAZDA3 2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD.
- All 7 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $267 more a year.
- 69% of 68 sedans (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAZDA3 2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| MAZDA3 2.5 S Carbon Edition AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| MAZDA3 2.5 S FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| MAZDA3 2.5 S Preferred FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| MAZDA3 2.5 S Premium FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| MAZDA3 2.5 S Select Sport FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| MAZDA3 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Mazda MAZDA3 Sport | MAZDA3 2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Honda Civic | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | AWD | Regular |
| 2025 Chevrolet Malibu | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Volkswagen Jetta | S FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2025 Hyundai Elantra | SE FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree