My Mazda 3 is a lot roomier inside than my previous car (VW Jetta). I don't feel cramped, whether I'm in the front or the back seat. The dash and console are lit in red and that is a unique feature that I like. I enjoy having the radio controls on the steering wheel for easy access. The outside temperature is listed on the dash and this is a new feature for me that I also like having. There is an auxiliary plug for iPods and iPhones too, which I use a lot. I get roughly 30 miles per gallon, which I consider pretty good. My vehicle has 168,000 miles on it and it should be able to handle quite a few more. Mechanically, I haven’t had many problems with the car, it has been very reliable. The trunk is quite roomy, as it accommodated some large boxes that were purchased at IKEA. I am a rather tall person, and we would not be able to get 2 rear facing car seats in this vehicle, which is somewhat of a disappointment. Overall this has been a great family car for us.

The 2008 Mazda3 was the first new car that I ever owned. When I purchased the car, I was deciding between the Mazda3 and the Honda Civic. I am so happy that I chose the Mazda3 instead. I loved the sleek design, how the car handled, all of the available options, and the price point (under $20k). Overall everything seemed very well made and I have had few mechanical issues after 8 years of ownership. I am very happy with the car and would purchase another Mazda3 in the future.