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Mazda 3 generations and tyre sizes

3

BK

2003 – 2006
Petrol, Diesel62–110 kW (84–150 PS)Manual / Automatic
3

BK (1. Facelift)

2006 – 2009
Petrol, Diesel62–191 kW (84–260 PS)Manual / Automatic
3

BL

2009 – 2011
Petrol, Diesel77–191 kW (105–260 PS)Manual / Automatic
3

BL (1. Facelift)

2011 – 2013
Petrol, Diesel77–191 kW (105–260 PS)Manual / Automatic
3

BM

2013 – 2017
Petrol, Diesel74–121 kW (101–165 PS)Manual / Automatic
3 BM (1. Facelift)

BM (1. Facelift)

2017 – 2019
Petrol, Diesel74–121 kW (101–165 PS)Manual / Automatic
3 BP

BP

2019 – Now
Diesel, Petrol85–137 kW (116–186 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Mazda 3 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The Mazda 3 uses 10 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Mazda 3 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Mazda 3

Best tyres for Mazda 3 by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
8.7/10
Best for noise
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
9.0/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
9.6/10

Tyre comparison for Mazda 3

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W3309.68.07.16.37.8Upper-middle60%
2Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium90%
3Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium120%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium200%
5Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium100%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Mazda 3?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Mazda 3 are: Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (9.6/10), Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Mazda 3?
The Mazda 3 uses the following tyre sizes: 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 215/45 R18, 225/40 R18, 205/60 R16, 205/55 R17, 225/45 R18, 235/35 R19, 215/50 R18.
How many generations does the Mazda 3 have?
The Mazda 3 has 7 generations, from 2003 to 2019.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Mazda 3?
For wet road performance on Mazda 3, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 good for Mazda 3?
Yes, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 is the top-rated tyre for Mazda 3 with a rating of 9.6/10. Its strongest discipline is snow. It covers 60% of Mazda 3 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Mazda 3?
To choose the right tyres for Mazda 3: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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