Mazda CX-3 engines with a timing chain

Many engines in the Mazda CX-3 have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. These usually never need to be replaced. On this page you will find a list of Mazda CX-3 engines that have a cam chain.

You will also find information about which engines that have a timing belt.

I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from the year 2015 until today.

The timing chains in Mazda CX-3 are known to last very well as long as service and oil changes are handled.

If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.

Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.

This can occur if, for example, the car has not been serviced properly.

If you are considering buying a used Mazda CX-3, make sure that the oil changes are made according to the car’s interval.

Mazda CX-3 engines with a timing chain

Here you will find different engines in Mazda CX-3 that have a timing chain. I have divided the information into different tables according to each generation and model year.

Mazda CX-3 2015 – 2018

Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2015 and 2018.

Model	Horsepower	Synchronization
Mazda CX-3 2.0 SKYACTIV-G 2015 – 2018	120 hp	Timing chain
Mazda CX-3 2.0 SKYACTIV-G 2015 – 2018	150 hp	Timing chain
Mazda CX-3 2.0 SKYACTIV-G AWD 2015 – 2018	150 hp	Timing chain
Mazda CX-3 1.5 SKYACTIV-D 2015 – 2018	105 hp	Timing chain
Mazda CX-3 1.5 SKYACTIV-D AWD 2015 – 2018	105 hp	Timing chain

Mazda CX-3 2018 –

Here you will find information about different engines between from the year 2018 until today.

Model	Horsepower	Synchronization
Mazda CX-3 2.0 SKYACTIV-G 2018 –	121 hp	Timing chain
Mazda CX-3 2.0 SKYACTIV-G AWD 2018 –	150 hp	Timing chain
Mazda CX-3 1.8 SKYACTIV-D 2018 –	116 hp	?
Mazda CX-3 1.8 SKYACTIV-D AWD 2018 –	116 hp	?