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2018 Mazda CX-3 consumer reviews

$20,110–$21,360 MSRP range
side view of 2018 CX-3 Mazda
(35 reviews)
82% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.1
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.5
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Great Winter Commuter

The decision to purchase this car was based on a been of price, value, and drivetrain; specifically, AWD. It is easy to fall in love with the Mazdaconnect media center as the intuitive interface keeps my head and eyes in-line with the road. I currently have an infant car seat installed and it should be noted this car is too small to handle a car seat for passengers at or above average size. For those of us without car seats, you should note the AWD was unflappable in 4 heavy snows (+8"). It's low-ish ground clearance, compared to the Subaru Crosstek, could limit it's ability to stay on track in deep snow. It's overall comfort and ease of driving, though, makes it an easy choice over the Honda HR-V for Northeast commutes.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I?ve owned so far.

I have downsized and just live the the CX3. For a small car I feel save and comfortable. I call it my zoom zoom !! Makes me smile every time I drive it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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My son loves it! Happy for our purchase!!

Morries Mazda is an excellent choice to buy a car! Salesman are friendly and respectful, willing to listen to your needs! Never pushing you to buy something you don't need! Finance worked with us to get a payment we could afford! Thanks to all for a excellent car buying experience!!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great little AWD car!

Wonderful layout, an arm rest would be the only NEED. Amazing in the snow and ice. Easy to park, drive and has great get up and go. This is a small vehicle, if you are trying to fit your family in it all the time, you won't want this one. I think the people that are unsatisfied with this vehicle expect to be able to fit all their junk and a family in it, NOT GOING TO HAPPEN! Suck it up and buy a bigger vehicle if you need the room, otherwise, you will love the CX-3.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Really, no center armrest/console

Only had 2 days and do not like anything about the interior design, lack of armrest and how user-unfriendly the infotainment system is. Test-drove CX-3 & was told the one I would be getting was exactly the same and then discovered my car did not come with the Tonneau Cover even the the model they showed me had one. Unfortunately, I did not notice that it was without a center armrest, I assumed all cars had one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Zoom zoom, thumbs up!

Fun to drive, perfect for my needs. Excellent all 'round car; stylish, economical, great interior, comfortable, dash is uncluttered. Only real drawback is the small gas tank. 306 mile range.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent bang for the bucks!

I love my new 2018 Mazama cx 3. No problem in the snow in MN. Love all the special features. Seats are comfortable and stylish. Very reliable. Great value for the money.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Buy it without Reservation

THE GOOD: I would highly recommend the purchase of this vehicle. The size is excellent; it feels roomy yet you don't feel like you are driving around in a tank. It can be zippy depending on what you are asking of it. The interior design is quite functional while the computer is intuitive to use. I bought the Touring version which includes blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert. While I did not buy this model for those options, I would highly recommend upgrading to get them as they have impressed me. There is a "hidden" compartment which is between the spare tire and the "deck lid" (not sure how else to describe it) which is quite convenient. Have yet to drive it in the snow but have heard it does well. Not to mention it is just a good looking car! BAD: I gave it 4 stars on interior design due solely to the fact it only has a glove box and I like having another little cubby up front for things. As to value for the money, I gave it 4 stars simply because I think most cars in general are overpriced and it isn't particularly a reflection on Mazda. Last but not least I only gave it 4 stars on performance because it only comes in automatic and I am stick girl. I feel a car performs better if it is a manual.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Would buy again

Compact. Good acceleration. Comfortable seats. Smooth ride. Loaded with safety features but not expensive. AWD good in the winter. My wife really likes it too.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Beautiful car and easiest dealership to deal with

This was, hands down, the best and easiest car dealership we have ever dealt with! No pressure. No swarm of sales people when you drive onto the lot. We test drove the car, came back and made an offer and they called us back with an extremely good counter-offer and we accepted! Went in the next day to sign the paperwork and were there approximately an hour. Shout out to Larry for making this seamless! We will definitely go back and will recommend to everyone!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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