2012 Mazda Mazda3
Starting MSRP $15,200–$23,400
Average Rating
| Comfort: |  | 4.3 out of 5 |
| Performance: | | 4.3 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | | 4.3 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: |  | 4.2 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: |  | 4.6 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | | 4.6 out of 5 |
37 out of 41 people would recommended this car to a friend | ||
Consumer Reviews
Rating from roman
 (3) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: |  |
2 out of 5 |
| Performance: |  |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
4 out of 5 |
"ok, i went out and bought 2012 mazda3,used with 3k miles on it.tho it is practically new a few things surprised me. I gonna start with PROS: great on gas! it says it should get 25 mpg city but in reality it is actually 27 ish. It handles pretty good and in-town driving is very pleasant.best part(for me) it has the input port so i can listen to ipod or a phone thru stereo.radio has a pretty dissent sound even tho its only 4 speakers. now CONS: VERY NOISY! Highway driving is very loud both from the pavement and wind noise.even within city driving on rough surface may be annoying.If you want to drive with lowered windows they rattle.. the none BOSE stereo plays only new CDs and skips on bumps.it keeps 80 mph very well on the highway but if you slow down and try to get back up there might take time.Now that the temperatures get in mid 70s it seems that the ac need to work harder to keep the interior cool. So,even tho overall i am pretty happy with the car,I dont thinks its great for someone who commutes.i drive 90% city so it works for me but if i have to do more highway driving i'd rather drive something else. Hope this review helps)"
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Work
Rating from Jenn
 (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: |  |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Mazda was the first car that I ever owned. I am so excited about getting back into one because the 1st one I owned was incredibly reliable. My salesman, John Barnes went above & beyond to take good care of us... We will be back to Vogler's and will recommend our friends..."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
Rating from Tigcham
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Hi We just purchased a new Mazda 3 Skyactiv last month. It was a great deal. Classic Mazda of Orlando were terrific to deal with and made our decision easy. We are now almost a complete family of Mazdas which is saying a lot as we were diehard Chrysler people. This car makes the 5th Mazda our family have purchased in the last 3 years. They are reliable and FUN to drive. I would recommend one to anybody."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
Rating from DC Commuter
 (4) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: |  |
3 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
4 out of 5 |
"Nimble, fun driving I-Touring HB with auto trans, averages about 34 mgp mixed=hwy/city driving. (It eeked-out 40 mpg hwy all of once, going no faster than about 50, with no stoplights and a lot of downhills, About 36 hwy average seems more typical for me.) Great cornering, adequate braking, initial accelaration disappointing however. Love the Bose stereo and satellite radio options. Center console/armrest seems flimsy and too far back to rest arm on comfortably, and back seat legroom much less than my Civic. .A cinch to park in tight city parking spaces. Good commuter car."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from Jarjarbinks
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Bought this car because my roommate has the RX9 model. I love the styling and sportiness that beats all the competitors. I've had a Honda and will never own a Toyota but this car delivers. The gas is great and it turns heads. Mazda knows how to build their cars and with the new SkyActiv line, even better! I plan to keep this car for a very long time til it dies so taking care of it wouldn't be a problem. Everything is great and I have no problems what's so ever.. however I wish they plugged 190 horsepower into it. Still, very peppy! Never regretted my purchase and I'll continue to buy the Mazda line."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from my 43rd purchase
| (4) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
3 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Comfortable and roomy inside, small and efficient outside. Outstanding fuel efficiency (It delivered 45.5 average mpg over a 150 mile stretch of interstate ) considering this is a non-hybrid with 44 cubic feet of hauling space. Excellent all-purpose vehicle that is well-equipped and affordably priced."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: Used
Primary use for this car: Commuting
Rating from JFP
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"I purchased this vehicle brand new right off the show room floor. Its the hatch back, fully loaded with a bose stereo system in it. Great car for the milage and the sportiness. Has plenty of room for long trips. I plan on keeping this car for a very long time.."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
Rating from AZ
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"I bought a 2012 Mazda3 and I deliver pizzas with it fulltime. In the first year I've already put 20,000+ miles on it. I really like it and still think it's fun to drive. For the size of the engine, it feels really sporty. I get around 25 mpg while driving around town and can easily get 40mpg on the highway. No problems so far, i have a feeling this thing might last for a while. Only minor complaints are a really small back seat, and the front windows are a bit loose and rattle at slower speeds."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Work
Rating from bob
| (5) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
5 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
5 out of 5 |
"Purchased 2012 Mazda 3 HB with MT and now have 5500 miles on it. When it was warm outside I was easily getting 40 MPG, now that it is cold I average about 37. The seats can get a little uncomfortable on long drives of 2 hours or more. The only other thing I do not like is the idiot light placement, the high beam indicator and Cruise Control indicator are blocked by the top of the steering wheel. Other than that I am extreemly happy with the car."
I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
Rating from Parysa
| (3) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Comfort: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Performance: |  |
1 out of 5 |
| Exterior Styling: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Interior Design: | |
4 out of 5 |
| Value for the Money: | |
2 out of 5 |
| Reliability: | |
1 out of 5 |
"I bought a 2012 Mazda 3 with a 5-speed manual transmission 14 months ago. I am a good driver and have been driving manuals for 10 years. The clutch has shredded and is "not covered by warranty" because it's over 12 months old. It's also had issues with the power sterering. I will never buy another Mazda again. This is my fourth one and their quality has drastically suffered."
I would recommend this car to a friend: No
This vehicle was purchased: New
Primary use for this car: Just getting around
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