New and used 2026 Mazda Mazda3 hatchbacks for sale in Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD
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Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Regular gasoline
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- M619515A
- VIN
- JM1BPAJLXT1875152
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Remote Start
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
Dealer
Ourisman Mazda of RockvilleReviews
Ourisman Mazda of Rockville review
I recently visited Ourisman Mazda of Rockville, I was blown away by the customer service, great stuff they wanted to be sure that I got all what I'm looking for in a vehicle. Andre (excellent salesman) explained everything about the CX-5 I purchased exceeded my expectations in all terms of quality and safety...
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$34,883
MSRP $33,885
Est. $630/mo Safford Mazda Alexandria
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Machine Gray Metallic
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Regular gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Manual
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- T1902551
- VIN
- JM1BPAML2T1902551
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Navigation System
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Safford Mazda AlexandriaReviews
Safford Mazda Alexandria review
Super friendly, super efficient. And you washed my car!! I will definitely continue coming here for my service. Thank you!
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$34,488
MSRP $33,490
Est. $623/mo Safford Mazda Alexandria
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Polymetal Gray Metallic
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Regular gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- T1900504
- VIN
- JM1BPBLL6T1900504
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Remote Start
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Safford Mazda AlexandriaReviews
Safford Mazda Alexandria review
Ryan was extremely helpful during our recent visit while our CX-5 was getting maintenance checks. Appreciated all his efforts as I had my children with me.
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$29,378
MSRP $28,380
Est. $531/mo Safford Mazda Fairfax
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Platinum Quartz Metallic
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- T1899991
- VIN
- JM1BPAKL9T1899991
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Remote Start
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
Dealer
Safford Mazda FairfaxReviews
Safford Mazda Fairfax review
Professional and friendly staff who respect your time. No hassle buying experience. My 5th purchase from them over 10 years and I’ll be back for #6.
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$26,888
Est. $486/mo Rosenthal Gaithersburg Mazda
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Engine
- Regular Gasoline I-4 2.5 L/152
- Stock #
- M26010L
- VIN
- JM1BPAKL8T1851480
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Entertainment
- Bluetooth®
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
Dealer
Rosenthal Gaithersburg MazdaReviews
Rosenthal Gaithersburg Mazda review
My rating applies solely to the retail side of their business (used cars). I have not experienced their services yet. Pros: expeditious online inquiry follow-up, great customer service, informative staff. Cons: sales floor layout needs revamping, some new car sales guys could brush up on customer intake. First off, I am THE last person I would have expected to be writing a review of an Acura dealership, much less owning one. Honestly, Honda does a very poor job of linking itself to its luxury brand (Acura) - especially compared to Toyota and its Lexus brand. After already having decided to purchase a Lexus RX, I decided to contact them on a whim due to the local dealers not having the darker interior I wanted readily in stock. I found a solid match in their online inventry (MDX with tech pkg) and submitted an inquiry. Within hours I received a response and set up a time to test drive. My salesperson was very knowledgeable, polite, and bent over backwards to address all issues/inquiries I had related to purchasing - including coming in to meet with me on his day off! After having endured weeks of tiring back and forth with others dealers who failed to simplify my process by being upfront re: pricing, availability, and specs. Granted the new car sales on the floor could use some brushing up on customer intake (it's clear that used car customers are not their priority), I completed my car buying experience with renewed excitement thanks to Rosenthal Acura's simple, streamlined, customer-focused process. Harpreet and his colleagues are amazing - no aggravating time-wasters there!
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$32,584
MSRP $33,785
Est. $589/mo Kennedy Mazda
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Polymetal Gray Metallic
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Regular gasoline
- Transmission
- Manual
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- M7026
- VIN
- JM1BPAML6T1901631
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Navigation System
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- Premium Sound System
- Satellite Radio
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Kennedy MazdaReviews
Kennedy Mazda review
Went looking for a great car. Well I found one at Kennedy Mazda. Good service. Great sales team. Found an affordable car with good ratings.
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Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Polymetal Gray Metallic
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, variable va
- Stock #
- 1MC2111
- VIN
- JM1BPBLL9T1852111
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Remote Start
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Impex Auto SalesReviews
Impex Auto Sales review
My experience with Impex auto sales was absolutely fantastic. Rick Lanier, my salesperson, was so easy to work with. Very responsive and took care of any and all questions I had. The process from start to finish with delivery of my vehicle was extremely smooth. First time customer with this dealer, if I were to purchase another car, I would definitely use them again.
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$37,756
MSRP $39,475
Est. $682/mo Sheehy Mazda
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 23-31
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC Turbo
- Stock #
- B76129
- VIN
- JM1BPBNY1T1871907
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Navigation System
- Entertainment
- Bluetooth®
- Premium Sound System
- Satellite Radio
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Brake Assist
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Sheehy MazdaReviews
Sheehy Mazda review
Gave me the best price on a '24 cx-5 carbon edition in a 150 mile radius. They also helped get me back to the airport to drop off my rental.
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$37,853
MSRP $39,350
Est. $684/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 23-31
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC Turbo
- Stock #
- F6872589
- VIN
- JM1BPBNY7T1872589
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Keyless Entry
- Navigation System
- Entertainment
- Bluetooth®
- HomeLink
- Premium Sound System
- Satellite Radio
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Brake Assist
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel AirReviews
Heritage Mazda Bel Air review
paul was very helpful and knowledgeable!! Pleasure to work with him and the mazda team
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$31,910
MSRP $33,615
Est. $577/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Polymetal Gray Metallic
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6900324
- VIN
- JM1BPBLL4T1900324
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Entertainment
- Bluetooth®
- Premium Sound System
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel Air -





$32,373
MSRP $34,045
Est. $585/mo Fitzgerald Mazda Frederick
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Machine Gray Metallic
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Manual
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- 1900492
- VIN
- JM1BPAML2T1900492
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Navigation System
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Fitzgerald Mazda FrederickReviews
Fitzgerald Mazda Frederick review
My husband and I had been shopping for a car for awhile and Mazda was one of our top picks. After going into Frederick mazda we were sold one the experience. It was top notch with customer service. They made buying a car easy and comfortable.
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$37,917
MSRP $39,675
Est. $685/mo Fitzgerald Mazda Frederick
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Platinum Quartz Metallic
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 23-31
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 gasoline direct injection, DOHC, VVT variabl
- Stock #
- 1867447
- VIN
- JM1BPBNY6T1867447
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Navigation System
- Remote Start
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- HomeLink
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Fitzgerald Mazda FrederickReviews
Fitzgerald Mazda Frederick review
Very professional. Felt and treated like family. Terrific buying experience. I will recommend to others when looking for a new vehicle.
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$26,847
MSRP $28,570
Est. $485/mo Fitzgerald Mazda Frederick
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, variable valve contr
- Stock #
- 1897664
- VIN
- JM1BPAKL6T1897664
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Remote Start
- Entertainment
- Android Auto®
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- WiFi Hotspot
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Safety
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Backup Camera
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Brake Assist
- LED Headlights
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
Dealer
Fitzgerald Mazda FrederickReviews
Fitzgerald Mazda Frederick review
I have bought both of my past CX5's from the Frederick location. I am now looking to upgrade to the CX90. It's a beauty! Always great service and I feel well taken care of. Dealerships in my past did not make me feel this way.
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$27,036
MSRP $28,470
Est. $489/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6902879
- VIN
- JM1BPAKLXT1902879
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Entertainment
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel AirReviews
Heritage Mazda Bel Air review
Christian Lewis our sales person was awesome. Had a great experience and got a good deal
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$26,936
MSRP $28,345
Est. $487/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Platinum Quartz Metallic
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6901309
- VIN
- JM1BPAKL8T1901309
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Entertainment
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel AirReviews
Heritage Mazda Bel Air review
I had a wonderful experience buying my new car at Heritage Mazda with Paul as my salesman. He was very thorough in explaining all details of the car and helped me set up and learn all of the features of my new vehicle. I would highly recommend Paul Gallo and the Heritage Mazda group.
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$32,680
MSRP $33,380
Est. $591/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Manual
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6904102
- VIN
- JM1BPAML5T1904102
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Navigation System
- Entertainment
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- Premium Sound System
- Satellite Radio
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel AirReviews
Heritage Mazda Bel Air review
Amazing! Paul Gallo heard and understood what I was looking for in a car! He made my first car experience very smooth!
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$32,400
MSRP $33,100
Est. $586/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Snowflake White Pearl
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6907722
- VIN
- JM1BPBLL7T1907722
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Entertainment
- Bluetooth®
- Premium Sound System
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel Air -
$32,195
MSRP $32,895
Est. $582/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Red
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 25-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6909427
- VIN
- JM1BPBLL4T1909427
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Entertainment
- Bluetooth®
- Premium Sound System
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel Air -
$28,787
MSRP $30,265
Est. $520/mo Heritage Mazda Bel Air
Check Availability Vehicle Information
- Ext. color
- Jet Black Mica
- Int. color
- Black
- Drivetrain
- Front-wheel Drive
- MPG
- 26-34
- Fuel type
- Gasoline
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Engine
- 2.5L I4 16V GDI DOHC
- Stock #
- F6901384
- VIN
- JM1BPALL2T1901384
Features
- Convenience
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Heated Seats
- Keyless Entry
- Keyless Start
- Entertainment
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth®
- USB Port
- Exterior
- Alloy Wheels
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Safety
- Backup Camera
- Brake Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Stability Control
- Seating
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat
Dealer
Heritage Mazda Bel AirReviews
Heritage Mazda Bel Air review
Outstanding experience. Thank you Christian Lewis {Sales & Leasing} You made this car buying experience easy. Your understanding of the vehicles that my son test drove and your willingness to answer all of our questions gave us confidence throughout the purchase. Most importantly, we truly appreciated how well you listened to our needs and helped us find the right car . Buying a car can feel overwhelming, but you made the experience great from beginning to end. Your professionalism, knowledge and polite manner was greatly appreciated. We will absolutely recommend you to our family and friends. Thank you Christian Lewis. Car purchased-2025 Mazda CX5
2026 Mazda Mazda3 review
Bought 26' Mazda 3 hatchback Premium 6spd. While this car occupies a niche segment, a manual transmission car (not a CUV), it is a practical daily commuter car that also brings some driving joy to my enthusiast side. This model has been around since 2019 but still looks like it could have been a new model release. The interior is one of the nicest in the segment. All places touched frequently are covered in soft plastics or leather. The options include a complete host of safety and driver aids, headup display, lane departure, and adaptive cruise are actually helpful and not intrusive. I enjoy the Bose 12spkr system while rowing through the gears. The transmission is smooth and precise. This is not a fast car but it is a joy driving with spirit. The back seats are snug but our young children fit comfortably. The rear hatch is deep and fits enough for getaways or Costco runs. The handling is confidence inspiring that keeps you grinning even well within the car's limits. Having owned other Mazdas including Mazda6 6spd v6, CX 5 twice...the Mazda 3 hasn't disappointed. The Mazda 3 is a fun car that delivers a rewarding experience, decent fuel efficiency, adequate practicality, and an interior that feels premium. The long term reliability is the really what seals the deal. We're looking forward to many years of enjoying ownership.
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