Used Mazda Mazdaspeed3 for Sale

This car was built with top-notch quality. I've put 170,000 miles on it, and it's run strong with primarily basic maintenance. For a hot-hatch performance car, it easily transitions into a highway commuter averaging me between 25-28 miles to the gallon. I genuinely believe that it can't be beat for the dollar value; it's the full package. Performance, utility, economy and styling. The hidden gem amongst all hot hatches.

Overall the car drives alright. Having driven several others as a valet, and especially some luxury brands, this particular car falls in the middle range for drivability. It is quick on the pick up, slightly jerky between gears, and the brakes are touchy. The economy of the gas mileage is the biggest benefit, however, and it is a decently smooth ride.

I purchased this car after searching for a few years for an affordable subcompact that also didn't look like a "mom vehicle." The Mazda's styling is a nice blend between fierce and smooth, and has the handling to go with it. There is a noticeable difference in handling between the lower models and the Touring/Grand Touring models, which is made even more apparent with a good set of tires. For the price point, the Mazda gives quite a bit of bang for your buck. The interior is comfortable and simple, though the backseat really isn't meant for tall people or constantly carpooling. It handles well, still is catchy (at least, in certain colors), and is still regarded as a good purchase amongst the economy subcompact class. My biggest issues are with the gas mileage, which is abysmal for a car this size. It definitely should be better, but even with conservative driving leaves much to be desired. Mazda paint is notoriously soft and thin, and my car already has had paint issues, the first being when it was only 3 years. It had to be resprayed, but I question the quality and longevity of the paint used. The front power windows also failed after 4 years, and has caused me not to use the sunroof in hopes of avoiding a similar fate as the front windows. All in all, it is a fun, comfortable car to drive for the price point. I do wish Mazda gave more options, for example, no power windows or no sun roof, because I would love to have a car with the handling of the Touring/Grand Touring models without all the unnecessary mechanical "amenities".