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CONFIRMED: The CorkSport Axle Back Exhaust fits and sounds fantastic on the 2019+ Mazda 3 & CX30 2.0L engines!
Mazda made some big improvements to the quality of the 4th GEN Mazda3 and one area that stands out in particular is the improvements to road noise. This is fantastic when cruising on the highway, but there’s one area that is just too quiet: exhaust. Luckily we have just the fix with the CorkSport Axle-Back Exhaust for 2019+ Mazda 3 & CX-30 2.5L & 2.0L. Add some needed excitement to your Mazda 3 by adding some character to your exhaust note. Loud enough to enjoy during aggressive driving, but quiet for cruising and the daily commute. Check out the video for sound clips and read on for full details!#ZoomZoom!
Read The BlogAxle Back Exhaust for 2019+ Mazda 3 & CX-30!
The CorkSport Advantage
Performance Sound:
The CorkSport ABE replaces the restrictive OEM muffler section with a high flow, pass-thru resonator that provides volume when you want it, but minimizes drone and excess noise when cruising. The GEN4 Mazda 3 axle back has an atypical design with an offset inlet flange. This led us to use a single, long resonator on one side of the exhaust. We even tested different resonator combinations and found the single resonator to be the best combination of great tone plus drone elimination. Be sure to check out the product video for sound clips!
Bolt-On Power:
The CS Axle back exhaust also ensures your Mazda 3 is not all bark and no bite. We increased the exhaust diameter from 50-55mm (depending on where you measure) up to 63.5mm. This diameter increase, combined with removing the restrictive OEM muffler, really helps your Sky-G breathe better. Dyno testing in a controlled and repeatable setup showed gains of 3-5wHP & 2-3wTQ across the RPM range. While the increase isn't a huge number, we are happy to see a gain and expect more when the CorkSport Mid-Pipes are also installed.
Appearance Boost:
We did not forget about appearance. The rear end of the 4th Gen Mazda 3 is a bit of a letdown by the too-small OEM exhaust tips. We increased their size up to 90mm to fill out the bumper cutouts. The CorkSport Exhaust uses a dual wall, slant cut design that is rotated to help match the curve of the OEM bumper. As a finishing touch, laser-engraved CorkSport name badges are added to really set off the look.
Personalized Look:
For the new Mazda 3 & turbo we also incorporated a new feature into the CS exhaust: tip length adjustment. Each tip is attached with a slip fitting and an exhaust band clamp that has proven not to leak or loosen up in use. This gives you up to 10mm of length adjustment to dial in your preference. That’s not all, though. We have three different tip options to choose from: Mazda 3 Hatchback, Mazda 3 Hatch with Appearance Kit, Mazda 3 Sedan and the new CX-30.
Model Specific Design:
We specifically designed two different length tips for the Mazda 3 Hatchback due to the design of the Mazda Appearance Package. The rear bumper skirt adds a lot of length to the car…hiding the tips from view. With the Appearance Package-specific design, the tips are prominent in the rear bumper skirt as they should be. (The Hatchback Appearance Package tips are 45mm longer than standard Hatchback tips).
Materials & Manufacturing:
Each CorkSport ABE is made from fully polished, mandrel bent, 304 stainless steel. This gives a great look that will stand up to the test of time. To ensure strength, each joint is TIG welded and the inlet flange is laser cut for optimum fitment. Each exhaust comes with all hardware needed for installation and we even provide full-color installation instructions!
- NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) in the cabin of your vehicle will be increased by the installation of this exhaust. We highly recommend you view the above video to hear the exhaust note inside and outside the vehicle.
- Not confirmed to work with Skyactiv X engine. Use at your own risk.
Additional Features
- Vehicle Fitment: 2019+ Mazda 3 & CX-30 in both 2.0L/2.5L & AWD/FWD & Manual/Automatic Drivetrains (Tip Options for: Hatchback, Hatchback w/Appearance Kit, Sedan & CX-30) & 2021+ Mazda 3 Turbo ***Fitment NOT confirmed on Skyactiv X. ***
- Designed & Developed in America: Designed, tested, and validated in Vancouver, Washington, in the Pacific Northwest.
- CorkSport Service & Support: 2-year limited warranty, full-color installation instructions, all necessary components, and knowledgeable telephone support at (360) 260-2675.
How To Install The Mazda 3 Performance Exhaust
It will take you two hours to install the CorkSport 4th Gen Mazda 3 Exhaust with our easy-to-use instructions.
2 Hour Install Time
1/5 Difficulty
2-Year Warranty
No CEL
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Fitment on 2.0L & 2.5L Skyactiv G Engine Confirmed
Fitment on Skyactiv X NOT Confirmed
Fits with the Mazda aerokit
Fits
2019+ Mazda 3 2wd Hatchbback
- 2019 Mazda 3 2wd Hatchbback
- 2020 Mazda 3 2wd Hatchbback
- 2021 Mazda 3 2wd Hatchbback
- 2022 Mazda 3 2wd Hatchbback
- 2023 Mazda 3 2wd Hatchbback
2019+ Mazda 3 2wd Sedan
- 2019 Mazda 3 2wd Sedan
- 2020 Mazda 3 2wd Sedan
- 2021 Mazda 3 2wd Sedan
- 2022Mazda 3 2wd Sedan
- 202 Mazda 3 2wd Sedan
2019+ Mazda 3 Awd Hatchbback
- 2019 Mazda 3 Awd Hatchbback
- 2020 Mazda 3 Awd Hatchbback
- 2021 Mazda 3 Awd Hatchbback
- 2022 Mazda 3 Awd Hatchbback
- 2023 Mazda 3 Awd Hatchbback
2019+ Mazda 3 Awd Sedan
- 2019 Mazda 3 Awd Sedan
- 2020 Mazda 3 Awd Sedan
- 2021 Mazda 3 Awd Sedan
- 2022 Mazda 3 Awd Sedan
- 2023 Mazda 3 Awd Sedan
2020+ Mazda CX-30
- 2020 Mazda CX-30
- 2021 Mazda CX-30
- 2022 Mazda CX-30
- 2023 Mazda CX-30
2021+ Mazda 3 Turbo
- 2021 Mazda 3 Turbo
- 2022 Mazda 3 Turbo
- 2023 Mazda 3 Turbo
- 20243 Mazda 3 Turbo
- 2025 Mazda 3 Turbo
