Mazda Mazda2_8BL3-EA-10E_Edition3 manual QRecommendations for Shifting

Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

qRecommendations for Shifting

Upshifting

For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points.

Gear	Vehicle speed
1 to 2	21 km/h (13 mph)
2 to 3	39 km/h (24 mph)
3 to 4	55 km/h (34 mph)
4 to 5	78 km/h (49 mph)
For cruising
Gear	Vehicle speed
1 to 2	18 km/h (11 mph)
2 to 3	29 km/h (18 mph)
3 to 4	47 km/h (29 mph)
4 to 5	68 km/h (42 mph)

Downshifting

When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed.

On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.

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