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2018 Mazda Mazda3 consumer reviews

$18,095–$19,145 MSRP range
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(207 reviews)
97% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.8
Interior
4.8
Performance
4.8
Value
4.8
Exterior
4.8
Reliability
4.9
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My baby zoom, zooms!!

LOVE THIS CAR! Bought new basic Mazda3 Sport Hatch (got totaled when tree fell on it in storm). Missed her so terribly that I bought a used Touring w/18K miles, which I love even more! Favs include heated seats, classy interior, alloy wheels, etc. Manual soooo much fun to drive w/ great control in snow! Highly recommend this car to anyone who loves to zoom, zoom!!

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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Super fun to drive!

I truly love this car. It has a great quality/price ratio: it feels like a luxury car with all extras at a very moderate price.

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 Car

This car is beautiful and I get compliments constantly. Very reliable so far and a joy to drive. This is a great car and I would recommend.

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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Perfect for modern day usage

Love the car! Good for parking road trips errands etc! I enjoy the drive and it has great mileage on fuel as well. The car is compact, with great interiors and just enough technology

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 absolute win on body styling

So far this car has exceeded my expectations for an entry level sedan. It does everything well with the added bonus of being very stylish. Full disclosure I have not put this car through its winter paces yet.

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

I helped my son find this used car so he had a way to get around while he is at college. We looked at similarly priced Honda's and Toyota's and neither could match the value provided by the Mazda.

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

Perfect for granddaughter small enough but yet plenty of cargo. She can save plenty on gas and the vehicle is stylish and new its just what she wanted

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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Most Reliable car i have owned.

This car met all of my needs. Great car with high MPG. Bluetooth + Heated seats for the winter season. Kinda sad to leave this car since I am moving.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun run-around car

Mazda 3 has a nice interior, fun 6 speed manual transmission, plenty of space with the hatchback, and good fuel economy. Not very roomy in front or back seats for those over 6' tall, but OK for short trips up to 1 1/2 hours in duration.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I just bought it this afternoon, so...

I like it. It looks sharp, with a great interior and options, and it’s a quick little machine. I’ve only driven it about ten miles, but so far so good.

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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