Mazda Familia Specifications: Full Technical Details

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Mazda Familia (323/Astina) was a long-running compact sedan and hatchback assembled in Malaysia, the predecessor to the Mazda 3. Discontinued in Malaysia in the early 2000s. This page covers the final generation recorded.

BJ Generation (1998-2004)

The final Mazda Familia (BJ, 1998–2004 in Malaysia) used a 1.6-litre ZM-DE DOHC naturally aspirated four-cylinder producing 98 hp and 136 Nm, with a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR SEDAN / 5-DOOR HATCHBACK
Segment C-SEGMENT
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 4-speed automatic; 5-speed manual
Drive Front-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,597 cc
Engine type1.6L ZM-DE Naturally Aspirated I4
Peak power73 kW (98 hp)
Peak torque136 Nm
Transmission4-speed automatic; 5-speed manual
Driven wheelsFront-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,450 × 1,695 × 1,420 mm mm
Wheelbase2,620 mm
Kerb weight950 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank55 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)~9.0 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)~7.0 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesNot available
Rear brakesNot available
Front suspensionNot available
Rear suspensionNot available
SteeringRack and pinion
Front tyresNot available

Previous Generation (1985-1994)

Detailed specifications for the 1985-1994 Mazda Familia are not available.

Model Timeline / Generations

Generations Overview

Gen. Years Engine Power Variants
BJ Generation (1998-2004) 1998–2004 1.6 L 73 kW (98 hp) Not available
Previous Generation (1985-1994) 1985–1994 Not available Not available Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the Mazda Familia have?
The current Mazda Familia is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ engine displacing 985–1,597 cc, producing 115 kW and 132 Nm of torque. It drives the front wheels through a 5-speed manual; 4-speed manual; 4-speed automatic.
How many seats does the Mazda Familia have?
The Mazda Familia is a 5-seater, seating a driver and up to 4 passengers across two rows.
What are the dimensions of the Mazda Familia?
Full length, width, height and wheelbase figures are listed per generation in the Dimensions & Weight section above.
How many generations has the Mazda Familia had in Malaysia?
Based on Mudah.my internal listing data, the Mazda Familia has had 2 generations sold in Malaysia.
Where can I find Mazda Familia for sale on Mudah.my?
Browse current Mazda Familia listings across Malaysia on Mudah.my — filter by variant, year, mileage and location to find the right one near you.