1994-1997 Mazda B-Series: Technical Specifications
Updated: 11/23/08
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Specs for this generation Mazda B-Series include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | ext. cab | reg. cab long bed | reg. cab short bed |
| Wheelbase, in. | 125.2 | 113.9 | 107.9 |
| Overall Length, in. | 202.7 | 197.5 | 184.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 69.4 | 69.4 | 69.4 |
| Overall Height, in. | 64.1 | 64.0 | 64.0 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3197 | 2955 | 2927 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | -- | -- | -- |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | 1550 | 1650 | 1650 |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 20.5 | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.4 | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 | 42.4 | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 35.6 | -- | -- |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 41.2 | -- | -- |
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Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. |
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Powertrain Options and Availability
Mazda B-Series and Ford Ranger compact pickups each came with a choice of three engines: 2.3-liter 4-cylinder, 3.0-liter V6 (until 1997), or 4.0-liter V6. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard; 4-speed automatic optional. A 5-speed automatic transmission became available for 1997.
| Engines | cu. in |
Horse- power | Torque | Transmission: |
Consumer Guide Observed |
| ohc I4 | 2.3 / 140 | 98-112 | 130-135 | 5-speed manual: 22/27 4-speed automatic: 20/25 |
5-speed manual: -- 4-speed automatic: -- |
| ohv V6 | 3.0 / 182 | 140-147 | 160-162 | 5-speed manual: 19/25 4-speed automatic: 18/24 |
5-speed manual: -- 4-speed automatic: -- |
| ohv V6 | 4.0 / 245 | 160 | 220-225 | 5-speed manual: 18/23 4-speed automatic: 17/23 5-speed automatic: 16/22 |
5-speed manual: 17.8 4-speed automatic: 16.5 5-speed automatic: -- |
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Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist. |
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Built In: USA
Drive Wheels: longitudinal front-engine/rear- or 4-wheel drive








