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2018 Mazda 3 transmission: CVT or automatic?

No. The 2018 Mazda 3 uses a 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual - none of its EPA-listed configurations has a CVT.

Key takeaways

  • 4 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2018 Mazda 3.
  • No CVT here - use the automatic or manual transmission fluid your owner's manual specifies.
  • The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.
2018 Mazda 3: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
2.0L 4-cylinder6-speed automaticAutomatic (S6)FWD
2.0L 4-cylinder6-speed manualManual 6-spdFWD
2.5L 4-cylinder6-speed automaticAutomatic (S6)FWD
2.5L 4-cylinder6-speed manualManual 6-spdFWD

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.

Useful for the 2018 Mazda 3

Transmission fluidMatch the specification in your owner's manualShop fluid Fluid transfer pumpFor transmissions filled through a side plugShop pumps

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