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2012 Mazda Mazda3 consumer reviews

$15,200–$15,800 MSRP range
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(124 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.7
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Value of Car

This car i had for six years and i admit the car lasted more than the average expectancy of cars. Smooth riding both in town and on highways and Gas performance is awesome, depending on your city and commute i lived in a rural part in atlanta and it didn't take much to fill it up. Now that i am back in Ohio it was the same amount even when gas was high.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Not quite great but still pretty good

Starting to do things I'm concerned about, under 100k miles. Also bluetooth doesn't connect to phones and the software for it cant be updated. So a little pricey for what I got but it seems pretty good

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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Great small sedan

Perfect work car for commuting, travels well too. Great gas mileage at 28 city / 39 hwy. Nice styling. Good handling. Clean 1st, 2nd or 3rd vehicle!

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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Enjoyable to drive

Purchased used with just under 85K miles. Drives nicely, handles VERY well, and I like the ability to manually shift the 6-speed. (If your Mazda3's headlights pulse during low-speed braking as mine did, take it to a dealer for a software upgrade of the PCM. Cost one star.) I'm a large guy and would like a little more interior room but as it is, it's certainly not uncomfortable (cost one star). I'd like the interior layout more if the instrumentation provided a temperature gauge (cost one star). Peppy enough on the Interstate to hold its speed up long inclines using cruise control.

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 Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I love Serra Mazda & Barry Brown my salerperson

Great value, performance & reliability. own 5 active Mazda's. Can't wait for 2019 Mazda3 to arrive. Mazda saves me money. High mileage or not, I feel my family members are in the best cars.

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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An errand-runner and a sports sedan

Because of my back problems, my only complaint is seat comfort which I solved with an orthopedic pillow. I get over that the EPA-rated mpg and at 85,000 am about to do my first brake replacement. Only other repair to date: new battery. It is a fun car to drive, peppy, quick handling, the right size for city parking. This model is old enough that it's not loaded with useless distracting electronic gear, a plus in my opinion. But it has bluetooth so it has a solid iphone connection,

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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Most Reliable car I have owned

This car is very fuel efficient and value for money. Very reliable, fun to drive and has great music system. This 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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best care I've Owned!

This is the perfect car for someone looking for fuel efficiency, power and storage. There is plenty of power when needed and I have never owned a car more fuel efficient than this car. I would highly recommend this car for anyone looking for a car with speed and fuel efficiency.

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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Extremely reliable, Great MPG

The car is extremely reliable, and has phenomenal fuel economy for a regular gasoline car without Hybrid tech. Very good storage in the trunk, and good feature list for the price.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best value for the money

I've had my Mazda 3 for over 6 years and it drives just as well as it did on day 1! The gas mileage is exceptional and the style is beautiful! It is a very comfortable ride, all around and I think it looks great driving. I have had no problems with any part of the car. I am so happy with my Mazda 3!

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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