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Mazda 121: generations and engines

The Mazda 121 was built from 1987 to 2000 in 3 generations, with 9 engine versions in our catalog (hatchback, sedan). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

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Production years1987–2000
Generations3
Engine versions9
Power50–75 hp
Body stylesHatchback, Sedan
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline

Mazda 121 generations

  1. 1987–1990

    Mazda 121 I (DA)

    • Hatchback
    • Gasoline

    3 engine versions 55–60 hp

    Engines below
  2. 1990–1996

    Mazda 121 II (DB)

    • Sedan
    • Gasoline

    2 engine versions 54–72 hp

    Generation specs
  3. 1996–2000

    Mazda 121 III (JASM,JBSM)

    • Hatchback
    • Gasoline
    • Diesel

    4 engine versions 50–75 hp

    Generation specs
Specs

Mazda 121 engines

The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.

Mazda 121 I (DA)1987–1990 · 3 engine versions
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
1.1 (57 hp)1987–1990Gasoline57 hp (42 kW)
1.3 (60 hp)1987–1990Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)
1.3 (55 hp)1989–1990Gasoline55 hp (40 kW)
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