This car is gorgeous. I really appreciate that it's actually full LED lighting.

@emilioreign6391

2 жыл бұрын

i guess Im pretty off topic but do anyone know a good site to stream new movies online ?

@devonty3647

2 жыл бұрын

@Emilio Reign flixportal

@emilioreign6391

2 жыл бұрын

@Devon Ty Thanks, I signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) Appreciate it !

@devonty3647

2 жыл бұрын

@Emilio Reign you are welcome :)

I have a base model 2021 Mazda 3 and it is absolutely amazing. Can’t believe it’s a base model with all it has and how it looks like.

@hereigoagain5050

3 жыл бұрын

My guess is that the turbo gets people into the showroom, but the base engine is good enough and will have fewer problems. Enjoy your new car!

@willycorpuz9591

3 жыл бұрын

My wife has a 2020 hatchback base model we don't need those nonsense extra features

@cro_zeus_dorian8851

3 жыл бұрын

I have CX30 base model and i totaly agree with you my friend... it definetly gives the most for the money it costs

@TheDude50447

3 жыл бұрын

@@cro_zeus_dorian8851 I had a look at the CX 30 mostly cause of my size of almost 6.6 feet (2 metres). The grey plastic wheel arches were putting me off though. Dont know why they did that. Nobody really tackles rough terrain in these things.

@cro_zeus_dorian8851

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheDude50447 the idea for that was so the car looks more smaller and compact. i think they made it, it does look smaller thatn it is

Bought a new generation AWD Mazda3 Sedan in July 2019. It has been a reliable, beautiful, comfortable and fun car for my 125 mile roundtrip commute everyday. Personally, I've grown to appreciate the rotary controller for the infotainment. Each "click" of rotation reliably equates to one move down the menu and it becomes second nature. I do NOT appreciate the PIANO BLACK on the interior. It looked like crap within 5 minutes of ownership and it's been downhill from there. I've forgiven Mazda for that mistake as the car does so much, so well.

@2tooful

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t they sell that part aftermarket with a different finish?

@jakecoyne3919

7 ай бұрын

You should get a new job...how much you make for a 125mile round trip?

I drive a base version of this car. I've taken it on top of a mountain in Colorado, through a snow storm and through non-paved roads in New Mexico. It's does the job and at the price point unbelievably great value for money.

Mazda and BMW in same sentence seems odd but hey times change.

@Maxfli82

3 жыл бұрын

The Mazda3 Subreddit is full of former Beemer owners

@austing4321

3 жыл бұрын

Times change a lot. BMW hasn't made a truly impressive sports sedan since the early 00s. The Mazda has very similar (or better) interior quality, similar power, arguably sexier styling, better handling, and much better reliability all for thousands less than a 3 series. The only downside is that you can't say "I own a BMW" to people but those who buy a car to impress others more than themselves are fools. I think the only thing that the BMW pulls ahead of the Mazda is in infotainment. Also I know you can spec a 3 series to have much more HP and better handling but those trims are expensive and in a whole other class. The comparison between lower end trims of a 3 series vs this Mazda is makes sense and is what Mazda was aiming for.

@benjamincaron46

3 жыл бұрын

Both companies have partnerships with Toyota, which makes me think that Mazda should join BMW in order to increase sales as well as expand their brand.

@Paladin_Zero

3 жыл бұрын

mazda is great. I bought my first car in 2017 and it was a 2014 Mazda 3. I love that car so much it's fun to drive, it's great on gas and looks sexy all black

I love your reviews. The comparisons are spot on and make shopping for a vehicle much easier because you learn what to compare the vehicle to.

What a great very thorough review. Appreciate all the work you put into this as I have found it very informative. Also, I really like how you do the driving review with the 3 part window frame - nicely done.

I bought my 2021 Mazda 3 Hatchback & love it. No lag delay compared to the turbo. Cabin interior noise is low. I love my rotary dial too.

@ZACH_95_

Жыл бұрын

I have no lag delay at all from my turbo, nor any that ive driven.

@danielblancomedel2063

10 ай бұрын

@@ZACH_95_ There is some lag but very acceptable if driving in normal mode. In Sport mode I never notice turbo lag. Fuel consumption takes a big hit though.

I love everything about my Mazda 3, except the tires. I upgraded my tires to the 225/45R18 Continental Extremecontact DWS 06. It rides so much more better

@fredzeppelin3969

2 жыл бұрын

I would guess more grip, and better control at the limit as well?

@visheshrbana781

2 жыл бұрын

How's the road noise?

Mazda has stepped up their game a lot in the last decade or so. You could probably just take the badge off and people would think it's a significantly more expensive car than it really is.

Cudos to Mazda for not jumping on the CVT bandwagon!

@brassrox

3 жыл бұрын

Amen - I can't stand the CVT drone

@gnarl12

3 жыл бұрын

They will soon enough. They literally didn't have the money to develop a 6 speed replacement until very recently.

@wilchambers1401

3 жыл бұрын

And the jerky hyundai, Kia 7 speed dual clutch.

I am a HUGEEEE fan of the rotary knob. It's nice because you get a very very nice placement of the screen and you don't have to reach over to touch anything. It's just amazing. Overall, I purchased a CX-30 and I am in love with the brand and its concepts.

excellent and detailed review....pretty impressed

Mazda proves that a modern car doesn't need to look horrible.

@Snip3zjumper

3 жыл бұрын

But their cars are so small inside

@wilchambers1401

3 жыл бұрын

@@Snip3zjumper Rear leg room is tight in my 3 turbo.

Thank you for showing what the indicator lights look like!

Sat in both ILX and Mazda3 at the dealer, would the the Mazda hands down. Turbo just makes it all the more sweet.

@hansolo6827

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. The ilx is based on very old bones. But it has two things going for it. K24. And you can get deep discounts on ilx’s. My friend got a loaded one for 25k brand new So there’s about 6-7k separating them.

Well done Alex!!!

Seems to be similar rear leg room to my 2008 Mazda 3. I’m 6’ 2” and fitting an adult behind me was challenging. Otherwise this looks like an excellent car. Love your reviews and attention to detail Alex! Keep up the great work.

@septembersapphire347

3 жыл бұрын

I drive a 2008 Mazda 3 grand touring sedan that I like a lot but my a/c and my CD player have both quit working.

@Holy_ShihTzu

3 жыл бұрын

Took a 6"3 man to my test drive and he was comfortable in the back seat so it may be roomier now

damn 32k fully loaded for the mazda 3 sedan might as well just get the mazda 6 carbon edition

@johnmitchell2741

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@willycorpuz9591

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely right, never ever buy top of the line.

@youtubehub8190

3 жыл бұрын

AWD is very important for areas, I believe mazda6 will get it too at some point.

@thetrumanshow4791

3 жыл бұрын

@@youtubehub8190 I think a lot of northern people might be surprised to learn warmer states also appreciate the tire grip of AWD cars and it's a feature becoming more and more popular in those states. AWD isn't just for icy roads. :)

@thrasherx2k1

3 жыл бұрын

@@youtubehub8190 Mazda 6 discontinued

Had a good laugh at the trunk comfort test 🤣 thank you

You’re right. This is more of a premium vehicle than the ILX. And I’ve driven the ILX and own a 2019 Mazda3 hatch.

Alex: I love your videos and learn so much! Please, can you help me to understand the advantages and disadvantages of TURBO engines? Do they cause problems down the line?

I wish you'd show a zoomed out view of the interior (mainly dashboard).

Hey Alex, I really do love all your videos. Just one quick comment, do you think it would worth to do quick one or two min summary statement at the end of the video? I feel like sometimes the video just ends without proper finishing statement.(though you already covered all details)

Since your reviews are complete, I'd love to see also some photos of the interior under different trims. That'd be a great addition.

@jerbsherb4391

3 жыл бұрын

carconfection does a good job of doing that if you are interested

@etbadaboum

3 жыл бұрын

@@jerbsherb4391 Thank you!

As I am currently about to pull the trigger on buying this car I've watched MANY reviews but must say this was the most comprehensive and professional by far. Thank you for this!

@michaelackerman8009

2 жыл бұрын

This was 5 months ago. Did you buy the car? How do you like it so far?

@AJapaneseDream

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelackerman8009 bought the maxed out package in soul red and love it so much! Thanks!

Wow that's a nice car, had this been around when I was shopping for my GLI it would have been one of the cars I definitely would have checked out.

First, Alex is the best auto reviewer on KZread year after year. Second, at the end, he finally hit on my big issue: for a fuzz more I can move up into a Kia K5 or Mazda 6, so why not do that by the time you max out a 3? The 3 is very pretty inside and out, but so is the 6 -- with a few more of the luxury features we're missing in the 3 (power passenger, rear vents, ventilated front seats, and especially a roomier back bench).

@kenyanewman5888

3 жыл бұрын

Very true and I thought about the same thing, but the thing for me is the interior design. The 6 has a great looking interior but the 3’s interior is SO MUCH better looking. That alone would make me choose it over the 6

@cpl8168

2 жыл бұрын

@@kenyanewman5888 Plus some people just do not want a bigger car. I crossed the new TLX off my list, simply because it has been super-sized.

@michaelackerman8009

2 жыл бұрын

The 6 is a sweet ride but it's too big. The 3 fits perfectly in my town.

@The_Watcher88

2 жыл бұрын

You can't get a turbo charged kia k5 with AWD. They don't make the Mazda 6 anymore

Alex, I thought your comparison between Mazda and Fiat/Chrysler/Peugeot/Stellantis was particularly astute. From now on I will regard this Mazda 3 as a Fiat ;-)

I can't wait for the Mazda6 redesign. I have a 2016 Grand Touring and it's still a fantastic car. My local dealer has been trying to get me in a 2021 Mazda6 which is pretty tempting but I know the RWD Inline-6 model is around the corner so I'm patiently waiting! 😁

@kevinW826

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

@directreply350

3 жыл бұрын

Same for me. I can’t wait. Acura TLX better watch out

@tonysaluta9142

3 жыл бұрын

Same here 😂

@roywhiteo5

3 жыл бұрын

I HIGHLY doubt that mazda will actually make a rwd car with an inline 6.

@clonetrooper1116

3 жыл бұрын

Will be similar to the Stinger?

I agree with all of your points Alex. The only miss, IMO, is the lack of comparison to the CX-30. The CX-30 is really the same car with better packaging (has rear vents, for example) with very similar pricing. They need a signature trim for this car even if they don't sell very many. It will at least let potential customers know that they are serious about offering luxury for more affordable prices.

Mazda builds great quality and good looking vehicles. No CVT and no annoying stop/start!,

Really nice observation between the Mazda 3 Turbo and Buick Verano. I think that Mazda is really aiming to position itself as a sportier Buick alternative

@wilchambers1401

3 жыл бұрын

Verano was a good looking car.

I owned Mazda 3 GT sedan Skyactive X (180 hp) in white colour. It's my fourth mazda ( owned all series 1 to 4). Drive this car is pure joy. Tried other brand last year in this segment...no way to buy other brands. Mazda is realy "Japanees BMW"😉.

Yeap... awesome design by Mazda, elegant, clean and beautiful body lines with no fakery.

Yes, the Mazda 3 turbo is not the same as the BMW 2 series, Audi A3 or Mercedes CLA. But it’s not a money pit like them as far as reliability goes. Mazda’s reliability has just ranked ahead of Toyota and Lexus.

@sixdonuts

3 жыл бұрын

Yep - the problem with many of the German makes is the amount of plastic parts they use. The plastic ages quickly and can often times fail even before your lease is over.

what car is that on 10:26 ? Great review Alex .

Have to admit, I'd go for a Mazda6 turbo over this 3 sedan. Just for more interior space and the timeless styling of the Mazda6.

@thrasherx2k1

3 жыл бұрын

Aging tech and no AWD is a deal breaker. Also it’s discontinued

@pucochamp

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I opted for the 6 due to its larger stature and more premium feeling cabin with ventilated seats, despite lacking the latest tech.

@judgeadvocate9275

2 жыл бұрын

I'd rather have the Mazda6 over the Mazda3, also. If there was a Mazda6 with RWD (and Limited-Slip Differential), Turbo, 6-speed Automatic, and no iStop, I'd buy it. I'd rather have an AWD, but a RWD w/ LSD will work, too.

Can't wait for the new styling and new motor! Mazda can truly become a premium brand (when I think 'luxury' I think about Mercedes though).

@mpg65

3 жыл бұрын

Mazda never said they are moving into luxury territory. Irks me that people allude to this even in their comments

I wish they added ventilated seats... also I am not a big fan of the glossy black rims, a gun metal or matte black would combine better with any color

@Yoomaro

3 жыл бұрын

Matte black? We no, it’ll make the car look cheap

@TheGreektrojan

3 жыл бұрын

No joke. Ventilated seats were the dealbreaker for me going from a premium trim to a base 2.5. I prefer the comfort and temps of cloth seats but I could move to leather with some ventilation. Rare case for sure but something they should add next gen for sure. Also the base has virtually no gloss black, which is a bonus.

@clacla5988

3 жыл бұрын

Lol in the Asian market our rims are gun metal and we wish it comes with gloss black. Many people here change it to gloss black. I felt relieved some like gun metal, it removes me the urge to repaint it. Thankyou sirrr

@mbenton6

3 жыл бұрын

Excuses

Seeing you wedge behind passenger seat said ‘how long till turbo 2.5/AWD premium Mazda6?’ Still, having owned a mid-level Mazda3 (‘14), I like this tack. Make it a sweet ride!! Hope there are enough drivers that want something more than a soft ‘appliance’ to appreciate the difference Mazda’s making!!

The way Alex tests trunk space in the Mazda makes me think he's a fan of Italian gangster movies.

the non rear center air vents = major oversight. my vw golf tsi se has them and proved helpful for my rear passengers

Its a sleeper! Good job Mazda. Can't wait for the I-6. Mazda's M division?

@RealKevGotEm

3 жыл бұрын

They wouldn’t be able to use M as their sport division cause of BMW possibly?

Amazing - besides powered passenger front seat it is also MISSING Ventilated Front Seats for a the Premium Plus model

Yeah, Buick Verano! Had a 2.0T with 6-speed manual.

The 3 German will be mostly FWD, so to match the power, options and AWD it will probably cost 6-10k more??

@docholliday6285

2 жыл бұрын

And the complementary Audi check engine light lol

Any thoughts / experience with long road trips, 500-600 miles/day?

I bought the non turbo model. But with all the premium features and the 186HP is plenty get up and go. Turbos have reliability issues and I don't want to deal with the expense later on for that. This car beats Toyota and Honda for features for the price. Oh and I would rather use the nob for the entertainment then putting fingerprints all over the display.

I'm two years late! Also I still get one Alex.

I'd get the base Kia Stinger RWD for that money, similar power, more fun, more passenger volume.

Even tho it's never gonna happen, imagine how awesome a hybrid rotary rx9 would be. Battery to boost low speed power and a screaming roatary for higher speeds

Don't know why anyone would trade HUD for power passenger seat since it is a real benefit and used every time you drive compared to passenger seat which, depending on size and who drives most of the time, may rarely be used.

Isvthe CarPlay conectes by usb from the mobile or do we have to connect it wireless?

It’s a beautiful looking car

I'd be buying this, hands down. Although, the rear suspension does make it disappointing. And as much as midsized would be more bang for my buck, I just prefer the smaller size. But I'll be honest, I could go a bit less on the luxury interior to cut costs down. I've been happy with my old 2005 3s and 2011 sport :)

@keent

3 жыл бұрын

test drive it. You won’t notice it.

@alvinsimba734

3 жыл бұрын

I ended up with 2020 corolla due to independent rear suspension along with Macpherson struts lol

Was this car manufactured in Japan? Major components, engine and transmission manufactured and assembled? Do you know the models where Toyota and Mazda are teaming up to build the car?

I have had a 1999 BMW 3 series with an inline 6 with 170 hp, which I paid 33K for new, and then a 2015 Mazda 3 Grand Touring, which I paid 26K for. Both were excellent vehicles but the Mazda has a nicer interior. The BMW inline 6's are sweet motors and I would prefer it to the 2.5L Mazda, however the Mazda is more than adequate. I considered the Mazda to be a great value and it feels like it would cost much more. I really like what Mazda is doing and I hope they continue on their current path.

the power gap between low and high octane fuel isnt surprising at all. Depending on how you setup the engine you can achieve the same power with low octane at a higher fuel usage or less power at the same fuel usage. Compression ratios and knock resistance have a big impact on performance and fuel efficiency. For example with low octane fuel you can achieve higher compression ratios just by injecting more fuel to cool down the mixture. Though this technique is mostly used in turbo charged engines to combat turbo overheating and the hot gas blowback into the cylinder. Thats why especially small turbo charged engines use so much more fuel when under high load for extended periods like on the motorway.

Mazda also keeps 215 tires for the CX-30 Turbo. Oddly enough the CX-30 gets rear air con vents but not in the Mazda 3. Considering we get snow here, I'd go for the CX-30 Turbo and put on my own 235 width tires. More passenger space and higher ground clearance make it an easy choice for me.

@jkamp558

3 жыл бұрын

Wider tires in snow? Not a good idea. Narrower tires in Winter cut through snow, while wider tires more likely float over snow. Think bow of a ship.

Deciding between this and a 22 stinger gtline. Any recommendations?

Is the mazda 3 turbo a direct competitor to the Jetta GLI ? I guess with all the current discounts you can find either one for around $30000. I think you do get a little bit more sportiness out of the GLI but that car is so loud and not refined compared to the mazda 3

i'm ready for that in line six cylinder now, mazda!

@cyrilmatthew2995

3 жыл бұрын

Rear wheel drive ehh, i heard about that as well but i truly wish if they will bring a manual

@gregorywalker4997

3 жыл бұрын

@@cyrilmatthew2995 well, i'd certainly try the manual against the auto version and then decide. i learned to drive eons ago in a 1962 falcon 144 cid with a three on the tree. if the new mazda manual is like the outgoing one, it might be geared for economy and feel too tall in the gearing.

@cyrilmatthew2995

3 жыл бұрын

@@gregorywalker4997 i got you... Even the ford co developed torque conver too have tall gearing that in reality makes it to accelerate slower from standstill and won't do much gas savings at high gears as well... But a reliable inline 6, rear wheel drive layout and a manual... I am willing to sacrifices acceleration for my bias to rear wheel drive... Iam trying to get me hands on a used g37 sport sedan.. Anyway, nice talking to ya, have a good one

@Maxfli82

3 жыл бұрын

@@cyrilmatthew2995 manual, rwd, I6 would be my dream Mazda

@cyrilmatthew2995

3 жыл бұрын

@@Maxfli82 mine too l, but it's like a dream that may never happen

I wished Mazda would do everything they're doing to the Mazda3, and do it with the Mazda6. I just want to know if the RWD will have a Limited-Slip Differential, or Posi-traction, in it?

I've had a 2016 Mazda3 for a year and a half now and I personally never physically touch the infotainment screen. Its just easier for me and more comfortable to use the dial by the gear shifter. I've gotten pretty familiar with it at this point.

Alex absolutely nailed it with his comment on Mazda still using a 6-speed auto. I understand about keeping things reliable, and it seems like the Mazda 6-speed is bulletproof. But a reliable Mazda in-house designed 10-speed auto would really elevate Mazda to the next level. They designed a great engine, why not an equally great transmission?

@emiramick5305

3 жыл бұрын

What's wrong with well designed 6 speed? More doesn't mean better and with exception 9f BMW, I am yet to drive a car with good transmission that has 8 gears or more. Most of them just keep gear hunting all the timecand it completely sucks.

@payrocoin

3 жыл бұрын

@@emiramick5305 I think the problem will be that people know Mazda is trying to play safe. There is nothing wrong with a good 6-speed, but people these days do more research on cars before buying them. Okay, they will see the great performance and reliability, but they will also see the poor fuel economy. I understand that the 8-speed/10-speed auto transmissions now may be quirky, but they will eventually become bulletproof and very reliable too. It is to the point that a good 9 or 10 speed makes using a CVT solely for fuel economy irrelevant because the newer transmissions do just as good fuel range as a CVT or better with a higher sense of reliability. This may be one reason why Nissan dumped their CVT in the new Pathfinder. Unfortunately, in this day and age, an auto manufacturer not only needs to stay competitive, but they also need to stay innovative and continue to refine their products.

@jeffhobbs1729

Жыл бұрын

@payrocoin is correct unfortunately alot of myself not included think we need all this extra shit

So are 10speed autos 200k plus reliable? Many may not know but the more gears an auto had the more it costs to rebuild. It’s not uncommon for rebuilt transmissions cost over 5k.

@kristians2704

3 жыл бұрын

How many people that get new cars keep them for 200k miles? Very very few.

@mr.mr.3301

3 жыл бұрын

@@kristians2704 maybe But I do. I like to not have a payment eventually.

@gnarl12

3 жыл бұрын

Mazdas 6 speed is a joke in 2021. It's heavy, not very efficient, and is actually rather large, physically.

I'd really like a carbon edition of the Mazda 3 turbo sedan. Blacked out chrome, polymetal grey exterior, and red leather interior.

@hollowfragment237

2 жыл бұрын

THIS Is definitely buy a car right now if they came out with a Mazda 3 Carbon Edition. Apparently they aren’t gonna make Mazda 6 anymore.

Honestly, if you're getting an entry level German car instead of this Mazda, you're just a badge snob. The Mazda is quicker and has an arguably better interior. Maybe you don't get 4-way adjustable lumbar support, but you still get 2-way adjustable lumbar support, and a seat that has 12 different adjustments overall. And sure, it doesn't have ventilated seats, but that shouldn't be a deal breaker for anyone, especially considering that the interior feels more premium overall (especially in the hatchback), and the German counterparts are going to cost way more once you start adding options anyway. If you want a quick, good looking car with a luxury interior and awd for less than luxury prices, then this is the car you should be looking at.

Intro kinda reminds me of reading rainbow

@hereigoagain5050

3 жыл бұрын

For big boys :)

Power is good for a modern Mazda. Looks good.

Something small to say too, in the north american market to get a car woth full led but not just that, rear amber turn signals is super rare. Thats should now be the standard, enough with halogen bulbs. All led, with rear amber turn signals are safer, last longer and if your break lights go out, your turn signal doesnt. Mazda hit the nail so hard on it's head with their recent lineup. Between thr mazda 3, cx5 and cx30 they have such a good market fpr whatever size you might want. Plus no cvt is just a cherry ontop

Having just car shopped, I started looking at compacts. I grew up in an urban environment so I've always owned smaller vehicles, but I live in suburbia now. I assume like many people I shopped by I can spend X dollars on a car then looked to see what I could get for that price. I ended up with a lower mid grade Fushion Hybrid. Because it's mid size the design already incorporated rear air vents, power passenger seat, all the safety stuff. I would guess the main competitor for the Mazda 3 would be the Mazda 6 or other mid sized sedans at similar price points. Unless of course you really need a small car.

@hereigoagain5050

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the Fusion Hybrid. I have a 2010 Fusion (V6) and still love it.

@ccroy2001

3 жыл бұрын

@@mezzb True! I drove small cars for years and Mazdas are really nice. What blurred the lines for me in my shopping is mpg is about the same now and As much as I hate to admit it I'm getting old (50's) and things hurt. I'm learning why old people drive gushy cars lol.

@wilchambers1401

3 жыл бұрын

@@mezzb I went with Mazda 3 turbo instead of Elantra N line because I owned a Elantra Sport and the dual clutch shifted rough especially at low speeds.

I prefer to have a nob control for the screen with a touch back up except maybe the new Genesis wheel.

Surely it's hefty premium for turbo engine vs base model

@markmiller3279

3 жыл бұрын

It also includes AWD, normally an expensive option.

@rafaljankowski2807

3 жыл бұрын

@@markmiller3279 i would like turbo non AWD at lesser price.Suddenly over $30 k for a compact car

What was your average fuel economy?

Compared to a German car I’d take the Mazda 3 but an ILX would be great due to lower price and an amazing engine

" Saab"..( I own six of them.. ) that same straddle the market ..

@stewartstarling2309

3 жыл бұрын

I own a 9.3 convertible, I love it!!!

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

@@stewartstarling2309 still have a 2004 9-5 SportCombi!

@lucisleesion8824

3 жыл бұрын

Wow 6 Saabs, great

@hereigoagain5050

3 жыл бұрын

Every time I read a Saab review, I'd say, "Next time I'll buy Saab." I'd back out when it came time to take the money out of the bank.

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

@@hereigoagain5050 it was a hood used car back in the day with turbo-4 thr highway fuel economy was in the 40 mpg range. Though they had their mechanical quirks the fixes were well documented you could do most in your garage.

the real reason were seeing brands like mazda and totyota lexus phase out touchscreens is because too many of them break or have the screens cloud up prematurely

I'm still annoyed that the ILX doesn't have the 2.0L turbo as an option. It'll always be behind the competition for this reason

I know its a compact car . But damn mazda really make their cars small.

@Wells306

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, I wish at least the backseat had a bit more legroom. I have a 6 and while it's back seat is perfectly fine, its size definitely lags behind in the mid-size segment. I think, at least Americans, would find many Mazdas on the smaller side, but it seems Mazda is more real-world big compared to other offerings across the globe. When something like a VW Golf is considered a family vehicle in Europe, it puts things in a little different perspective.

@Vscounter

3 жыл бұрын

@@Wells306 I am about 5'7-5'8 around 175 pounds. I sat in one of their new Mazda 3 hatchback when it hits the floor... I felt claustrophobic, and I don't even use that word at all.

@scaldon2

3 жыл бұрын

@@Wells306 and this is why mazdas sales are crap . They are not very practical. Most Americans like vehicles with large cabins and good leg room .

@MrMoose-mf1oy

3 жыл бұрын

Small but sleek

@Furieas

3 жыл бұрын

yea.. liked CX-30.. but the rear seat and truck space is way too small.

Compact vehicles with top trims tend to approach the price of their mid-size older siblings. You can think of mid-size vehicles as a higher "trim" for compacts. A Mazda 3 Turbo Premium Plus starts at $32,600. I would rather buy a Camry V6 for $35,545 or an Accord 2.0T for $36,900.

@jrfike2000

3 жыл бұрын

Except the Mazda comes with all wheel drive, which is a big factor for me. You can get the Camry with awd, but only with the base 4 cylinder. So for less money I'm getting the turbo motor with awd. I don't need the extra space of a mid size.

Mazda will never compete with luxury brands without MEMORY MIRRORS. You appreciate little things like this when you actually own the cars and share them with your family, but every formulaic KZread reviewer neglects to mention them.

I have the 180hp trim. Best sedan I had

ill be ok with this but not happy with premium/regular gas option..

Wish the best for: Ford, Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Mazda, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Mercedes, BMW, Mini, Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Nissan, Infiniti, Suzuki, Lotus, Porsche, McLaren, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Maserati, and Jaguar.

Does it have radar adaptive cruise control?

Think Mazda will do something like this for the Mazda 6?

@TheSpectre2300

3 жыл бұрын

@@mezzb Oooooh!

great Context in a car historical sense .. an unlike many of your "cohorts" you still keep a eye on price.( that Millennial mindset of No price I want it , it should come at no charge, is a vile sickness of epic scale).. again Great job

7:30 Not ventilated seats, this is one of the sticking points for me. I saw it going into the other Mazda top trims and wish it would be an option for the 3. Many times in the hot summer after a run or workout, it would have been nice in my current '09 6 I have. I really wish Mazda would consider this for the Mazda 3.

@TheFunnyPlayer2

2 жыл бұрын

cut the seat and put some CPU fans in it.. connect it to heated seats :D

Why didn't Mazda give the 3 wider tires?

I think I’m the only person that doesn’t like all black wheels. To me it hides the design of the rims and it looks like a aftermarket wheel. And the black rims 90% of the time is gonna be more shinier than the tires which is a weird look to the detailed eye. I prefer gun metalgray or brushed nickel finish rims. IF I were to buy a turbo mazda3 I would swap it with the 3 premium trim wheels.

@BeyondLumination

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely true, black wheels hide the design of the wheels. Some people like that stealth look for their wheels though.

@mr.c6674

3 жыл бұрын

I agree! Everyone is doing it too. Looks blan and toy-ish

@tommycasidy3031

3 жыл бұрын

Not to mention how impossible they are to keep clean.

@wilchambers1401

3 жыл бұрын

Agree! Right after buying my 3 turbo I through on silver aftermarket wheels.

The turbo version should have gotten IRS like how Hyundai do it for the the Elantra Hybrid and N-Line. Make the screen a touch screen, throw in an eight speed auto gearbox, get rid of all the cheap shiny black plastic inside, and the Mazda 3 would actually be "Premium".

@mbenton6

3 жыл бұрын

What shiny black plastics... mazdas interior is untouchable

Thinking that my choice would have to be the Mazda 6 or if I wanted more power, the Sonata N-Line or K5 GT. All I could get within the Mazda 3 Turbo's price range.

@WaheedKhan-mm3pw

3 жыл бұрын

no awd

@wbwayne8887

3 жыл бұрын

@@WaheedKhan-mm3pw Very true, but I don't really need it.

@WaheedKhan-mm3pw

3 жыл бұрын

@@wbwayne8887 Yeah if you are fine with torque steer.

um... didn't give the MPG numbers on that one during the ride.

Too bad they replaced the far superior multilink rear suspension with a crummy torsion beam.

@watershed44

3 жыл бұрын

@Daniel Blaney Exactly this. ESPECIALLY considering that Mazda aims their products at enthusiasts, most people buying like that know the difference between the suspension types and the benefits . I bet they'll bring the multilink rear soon enough.

@Maxfli82

3 жыл бұрын

@@watershed44 Some enthusiast cars have used the torsion beam such as the Polo GTI and Fiesta ST

@twystedhumour

3 жыл бұрын

can you tell the diff in how it drives? is it that pronounced?

@mbenton6

3 жыл бұрын

@@watershed44 you cannot tell da difference

@watershed44

3 жыл бұрын

@@mbenton6 Yes, I certainly can, as can many others that are enthusiasts.

Where is the Skyactiv X in the United States?

lol so no talk about the main reason to go for Mazda. Reliability!!

The value proposition while getting a fast and feature-rich car is unreal. Look how much money it costs to buy an Audi A3 or A4 with adaptive cruise control? That Mazda is just $30k.

The Piano Gloss Black Plastic is just so gross why do car makers still use it? Just look at it 9:40 and the car doesn't even have 10k miles on it yet.

@LuisGuillermoMoreno

3 жыл бұрын

ppf

@omgitsme435

3 жыл бұрын

??? I think you're seeing reflections.. The swirls are incredibly minor at 4k

@wilchambers1401

3 жыл бұрын

@@LuisGuillermoMoreno ?

@LuisGuillermoMoreno

3 жыл бұрын

@@wilchambers1401 Paint protection film