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Mazda Axela Sport

BL5FWStock varies — page stays live

The BL5FW chassis represents the front-wheel-drive, 1.5-liter second-generation Mazda Axela Sport hatchback. Aimed at buyers seeking efficiency and everyday sportiness, it combines the ZY-VE engine with a CVT featuring a 7-speed manual mode, or a standard 4-speed automatic.

Engine
ZY-VE 1.5L DOHC
Displacement
1,498 cc
Drive
2WD (FF)
Gearbox
CVT / 4AT
Fuel
Petrol
Body
Hatchback
Mazda Axela Sport BL5FWMazda Axela Sport — representative 2nd gen (BL) image

Dimensions & shipping volume

Length
4,460 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Height
1,475 mm
Weight
1,260 kg
Shipping volume
11.55 M³

Manufacture year vs. registration year

Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:

Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
BL5FW-100001XXXXXXJun 2009 – Sep 2011Pre-facelift / Early Model
BL5FW-200001XXXXXXSep 2011 – Oct 2013Facelift / Minor Change

Import eligibility by country

Age limits are counted from the month of manufacture, not first registration. This BL5FW was produced 2009–2013; the statuses below are checked against Jul 2026.

KenyaNot eligible
8-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.
UgandaCheck unit age
Only units manufactured Jul 2011 or later qualify (15-year limit).
TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.
ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.
MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.

Common questions about the BL5FW

What does the 'Sport' suffix mean for the Mazda Axela?
In the Japanese market, the 'Sport' suffix denotes the 5-door hatchback configuration, distinguishing it from the 4-door sedan version.
Does the BL5FW feature SkyActiv engine technology?
No, the BL5FW utilizes the pre-SkyActiv 1.5L MZR (ZY-VE) engine. SkyActiv-G engines were introduced to other JDM trims (like the BLEFW) starting in 2011, but not the BL5FW.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the BL5FW?
The fuel tank capacity of the BL5FW Axela Sport is 55 liters.