First off. Let's start with the pros. The suspension is amazing for the size of the car. It handles very well given it is a FWD. The independent rear suspension is really what makes this vehicle shine. Gas mileage is amazing too! I get 30 MPG pretty consistently. Plus, since I have the manual version of the transmission, I have more control over the car's RPMs, and I can make the car really work to save gas... It is my first car, and I definitely plan to keep her till she drops! She is my baby! However, there is a decent amount of road noise with the car. I believe there is only minimal amount of sound deadening material, because on the highway, sometimes it drones. It definitely isn't that bad though. It is definitely not a reason you shouldn't look into this car, because I am sure there are tires out there that ride smoother and quieter than the ones I could afford. But, overall, this vehicle is amazing.

I have had my Mazda3 for 12 years now, and it has surpassed my expectations completely. From the moment I test drove it and felt how responsive the steering and acceleration were, I was hooked. I wasn't sure about Mazda's in general and whether or not they tended to hold up well over time, but other than a few minor repairs, my car is still running smoothly and still has her original "get up and go!"