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2017 Mazda Mazda3 consumer reviews

$17,845–$18,895 MSRP range
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(163 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.7
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The best car in its price range

I've been driving Mazda3 for 6 years. It is the best car among all the cars I've tried in the same price range. The sound system is totally the best, which is important for me as a musician. I have rented even newer models of other car brands and the sound system were trashy, also I had to carry the actual key, which is annoying. I like that Mazda3 has a sensor lock and starts with a button, and I don't have to carry a bulky key. Never had any failures with this car.

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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Good fun with lots of zoom

I just bought a used 2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring. It is perfect for a short woman who likes to drive fast with moon roof open and the stero loud.

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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Nicest car I have owned

This car looked small in pictures but after getting inside and sitting in the amazing and comfortable seats i began to realize it fit me and my needs. Enjoy driving it everyday and love that adding navigation only costed $45 on amazon. Sporty feeling and efficient on gas and money:).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car but beware of RUST

The car had significant rust inside the doors(front) and on the hinges of the door. A spot on the roof and on the trunk. Not normal very cheap paint used on the car. A few parts were covered by the warranty but unfortunately a few no. I tought they fixed the rust problem over the last years but seem like it's still as bad as it used to be. Thats the reason i give it a 3/5 gas is good and reliable can't complain.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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An efficient car

I have only had this car for a year at this point, bought it used and it's been going well. I bought this because of Mazda's reputation of a reliable car over a long time so the jury is still out, but so far so good.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very happy with the overall quality of the car.

Great value for the money. I had researched many cars and this was my overall favorite. I am also impressed with the crash test ratings I saw online.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Extremely fun ride

We wanted a car that would become a starter car for a hopefully growing family. something fun with bells and whistles. Which is what we git with our new used car. Great comfort, clean, and fun.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Comfortable, sporty, reliable and fun

I'm not a huge car guy as my interest is in motorcycles, but....I love this car! Lot's of leg room for my 6'4" frame. My 17 hatchback touring looks just sporty enough for my taste. Driving it is a joy. The 2.5l has some zip and the handling matches the power perfectly. This is our third Mazda as we had a 15 Mazda 3 sedan and currently own a 16 CX5. We've never had any problems with any of these cars. Stone reliable and they get good gas mileage. The ergonomics are laid out quite well with everything literally at your fingertips. If I have any criticism it would be that the navigation we had in our 15 wasn't all that. I wasn't a big fan of Tom Tom and felt it could be a little more user-friendly. We rarely used it. My 17 does not have nav, but my phone is a good substitute. Our CX5 has the Bose premium sound and it's awesome. My 17 does not, but it sounds almost just as good. I find that the leatherette seats are, to me, more comfortable than the real leather in our CX5 GT. A little more plush and easier on the bottom, plus the seatbacks hug you in a little better. Overall, I am so happy with this purchase. We'll be driving Mazdas for a long time to come.

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 is my favorite car I’ve owned.

This car is completely reliable and it will meet all your needs. It is very stylish and comfortable. It has a wonderful engine performance which you will enjoy for as long as you own 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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Car seems well built and safety features were good

car could benefit with better styling and more leg room in back seat; safety features are good and helpful. Liked the use of a navigation package on the 2017 Grand Touring Hatchback

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