62 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 results
Mazda Mazdaspeed3 OWNER RATINGS & REVIEWS
Crystal
Lawrence, Kansas
Up to this point I have had no major issues with the car, it was affordable and is fully loaded, great features.
My car is a "Grand Touring" version of the Mazda 3 Sport, it is fully loaded and has some great features including leather seats, seat warmers, sun roof, automatic lights and automatic windshield wipers. One feature it does not have is the ability to open the trunk using the key button - either the key has to be inserted into the lock to open it or it can be opened from inside the car. Also the doors have automatic locks but on my previous car, when the speed of the car hit 10mph all 4 doors would automatically lock and when the handle was pulled on the door it would unlock, this Mazda does not do that. Finally, I love that I have the capability to play my iPod through the aux output and the car has satellite radio but unfortunately I cannot have both at the same time. I have to take it to the dealer to have it rewired to switch between the two. Otherwise, I have had no major issues with the car up to this point.
Michelle Bowersox
Olathe, Kansas
Dependable and cute
I have a 2004 Mazda 3 hatchback. Although compact in size, it is surprisingly good at hauling things including a recliner, large vintage desk, and a ten foot ladder. The interior is very comfortable and the seats are very durable. In addition to this, the car is pretty easy to work on and a breeze to change the oil. I have had very few mechanical issues with my car, but my air compressor did break this year which is apparently a common repair issue in Mazda 3's. My only other complaints would be that the tires wear very quickly and the heating/air-conditioning does not work very well. I'm thinking of buying a new car and I wouldn't mind getting another Mazda 3 in the future. The only reason I would consider purchasing a different car is due to the fact that it is very difficult to fit a car seat in the back. The front seat must be pulled all the way forward and cannot be reclined.
Jay
San Diego, California
Economic, little else
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.
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