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2018 Mazda Mazda3

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Key specifications

Highlights
Regular Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
28 City / 38 Hwy
MPG
155 hp
Horsepower
5
Seating Capacity
Engine
Regular Unleaded I-4
Engine Type
2.0 L/122
Displacement
155 @ 6000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
150 @ 4000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Suspension
Strut
Suspension Type - Front
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Weight & Capacity
2,899 lbs
Base Curb Weight
N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Safety
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Backup Camera
Entertainment
Standard
Bluetooth®
Electrical
N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
100
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Brakes
4-Wheel Disc
Brake Type
4-Wheel
Brake ABS System
N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Yes
Disc - Front (Yes or )

Notable features

Smart City Brake Support now standard
2.0- or 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine
Manual or automatic transmission
Offered as a sedan or hatchback
Standard 7-inch multimedia screen

Engine

Regular Unleaded I-4 Engine Type
2.0 L/122 Displacement
155 @ 6000 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
150 @ 4000 SAE Net Torque @ RPM

Suspension

Strut Suspension Type - Front
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear
Strut Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Weight & Capacity

2,899 lbs Base Curb Weight
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
13 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Safety

Standard Stability Control
Standard Backup Camera

Entertainment

Standard Bluetooth®

Electrical

N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
100 Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Brakes

4-Wheel Disc Brake Type
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
11 in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
10 in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
N/A Drum - Rear (Yes or )

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Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

The good & the bad

The good

Steering and handling
Acceleration with 2.5-liter engine
Well-equipped base model
Front-seat comfort
Smooth-shifting manual transmission

The bad

Busy ride
Small backseat
Small trunk (sedan)
No Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
Gets expensive with options

Consumer reviews

4.8 / 5
Based on 206 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.8
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

xxxxxxand Con’s

I bought my Mazda 3 new in 2018. I am now moving on after only putting 17,000 miles on it. At the time, I bought it not looking for a Mazda at all. However, when I saw it, and the price was right, I said what the xxxx. Well, for me, it was ok at best. The car is way too rigid for my liking. I felt every single little road imperfection there was. It also made a super irritating rattling type noice when hitting said imperfections. It was louder than I thought on the highway and the power is mediocre. When you’re up to speed, it rides smooth and steady. But getting up to speed can be challenging. Also at times there seemed to be a lag or a sudden spike in rpm’s when on secondary roads. But, if you like a small, sporty car that has excellent handling, then this car fits the bill. I’m also 6’0” and it was pretty tough getting in and out. The build quality and style are definite pro’s. But I’m done with 4 cylinder engines. On to a 6 for me!
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 2.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 5.0
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Was supposed to be for my daughter...

but I loved this 2018 Mazda 3 HB so much, I kept it for myself! We needed a hatchback with good mileage & reasonable insurance rates for our college bound daughter. We drove just about every low - mid range hatchback out there: Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra GT, VW Golf etc. The Mazda 3 was not even on our radar. We just happened to see one at a car lot while test driving a Honda Fit. We really liked the look, so we took it for a spin. It was fabulous! Now to be clear, I'm NOT your typical small car guy. I've been driving a Suburban & Ford Flex Limited for the past 20 years. But this little car blew me away. Much more comfortable than any of the others we'd driven. It seemed to have more power/speed. It handled like a dream. The brakes were super. The interior was so much nicer than the others & it was loaded with option like heated seats, BLIS, power leather driver seat, moonroof, back up cam, navigation and a crisp & loud Bose sound system. The road noise was minimal. We bought it on the spot & plan to buy another one - for her -soon. Absolutely love this car. I didn't care for the radio controls (by shifter) at first - but now I don't think I'd have it any other way. Just a great little car! Averaging 32mpg combined.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Mazda Mazda3 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
4/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.5%
Risk of rollover

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