This 1.5 MT (88 hp) engine was fitted in the BJ Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Mazda from 1998 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 6 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Body type | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4200mm |
| Width | 1705mm |
| Height | 1410mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610mm |
| Front track | 1465mm |
| Rear track | 1470mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 1000litre |
| Min. boot capacity | 356litre |
| Kerb weight | 1050kg |
| Gross weight | 1590kg |
| Displacement | 540kg |
| Permitted road-train weight | 2790kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1498cm3 |
| Engine power | 88bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 500RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore | 78mm |
| Stroke | 78.4mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Maximum torque | 132Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 4000RPM |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 177km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11.9second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.5litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 6.3litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.5litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 55litre |
| Cruising range | from 580 to 870km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone, Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.4m |
| City | 11.4 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 7.6 litres / 100km |
| Average | 9 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.