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2010 Mazda Mazda3 consumer reviews

$15,345 starting MSRP
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(120 reviews)
98% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.8
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Reliable and economical

Super car! Reliable and economical. Superb gas mileage. Minimal repairs, general maintenance like oil changes. Handles well. It has great pep! So.... fun to drive! Minimal blind spots for driving. Not really a family car but great commuter!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good First Car

I've had this car for about 2 years and its been an okay car! My twin sister and I share this car so we drive it a lot more than normal. I've only ever had 2 big problems with it: 1) When we first got the car, it had trouble starting when it was in the heat so we got it fixed pretty quickly. 2) Recently, our transmission control module went out and I couldn't drive my car for a few weeks. My car didn't even have 86,000 miles on it and it cost us $1,500. It runs well and it does the job, perfect for a first car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Made for driving perfection

Have had this vehicle for years now and LOVE it - true pleasure for a driver. Handles very precisely and transmission is outstanding . When I was switching from manual to automatic Mazda3 was the only vehicle with automatic which gave me predictable gear shift and performance I could compare to manual. Very dynamic and responsive. True paradise for a keen driver.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • 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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Good car for the price

We bought it when it was a year old. We liked that it had Bluetooth when most cars didn't have it in 2010. It now has over 100k miles and still runs well. There have been a couple of recalls on this model year, but none have been mechanical. My husband primarily drives it, though he would prefer something with more leg and head room.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Loved My Mazda!

I absolutely loved my Mazda, the only reason I even had to get rid of it is because it was a little too small for my growing family. I could fit a carseat in the backseat, but it was pretty difficult to get in and out, and when my husband drove the car (6'3") he couldn't push the seat all the way back with the carseat in the car. I will miss the Mazda completely, but we got rid of it for good reason! P.S. The trunk had quite a bit of room! A surprisingly large trunk!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I have owned

This car has a sporty and unique look without lacking on comfort . It is powerful and a joy to drive. It is the only car that I have owned that has not given me any problems with repairs or servicing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love it. Vehicle is good on gas and mileage

I love it. Changed my thoughts about Mazadas. This car is not your average mazada3 it's a touring and it has the right power behind it. I wouldn't try it for nothing.

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

I love this is the most amazing car I've ever driven. I like the manual transmission it is very smooth.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I've ever owned.

This is a great car, especially for the value. I've owned mine now for 5 years and I have never once had a problem with it. It has lots of get-up-and-go and is an amazing car for any long distance driving. Definitely will never own another car other than a Mazda!

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This car is everything.

I bought this car used with low mileage and it has been incredibly reliable. It's 7 years old now and I STILL get compliments on it all the time! I have had absolutely no problems with it. It is the best car I have ever owned!

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 Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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