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2005 Mazda MAZDA3 Consumer Discussions
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Re: Start Up Noise [m6user]
I did read a review of the new Mazda where it is mentioned that the SkyActiv engine was rushed to production. I just had my 2005 Mazda3 totaled and have been looking into options for my next car, but am worried about the new Mazdas. The 2011s have terrible gas mileage compared with mine, and the 2012 sounds like it comes equipped with a "beta" engine. Not something I'd want to ... Read More
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Re: Skyactiv 6MT [backy]
When it comes to the Subaru buyer, simplicity is key. Subaru has an amazing owner loyalty rate, and their customers do not like change. I have driven both CVT and 5-speed models and sedan and Sport (5-door) variants. IIRC, the revs are around 2,500-2,800 at 70mph. Don't quote me on that, I might be incorrect. I will say, the engine did not have the "wonk, wonk, wonk" sound Subaru's are known ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Replacement Rims for 2005 Mazda 3 [mekrain]
"I have a rim that is corroding and needs to be replaced. I have checked some websites that sell 2005 Mazda 3 17" rims, but there seems to be 4 different options and I can't figure out which is the right choice as they all seem to be silver alloy 17" rims." The 17" alloy wheel design and appearance was identical on 2004-2006 models! The only "possible" exception is on the ... Read More
Help Me Choose!
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Re: 2005 Mazda 3 Battery cable problem [angel1955]
Hi - this discussion is for people trying to decide which sedan to buy. You'll probably have better luck in our Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair discussion. Just click on my link to hop over there and post your issue.
Mazda3 Lease Questions
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Re: Mazda3: Lease Questions [Car_man]
Hi i need to lease a mazda 3 2005 year model.. could anyone tell me where to get the beast deals.. ?
Mazda3 vs Honda Civic
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Re: Liked them both [swafo]
Your comment about the rear seat in the Civic piqued my curiosity enough to do a little research. The Mazda3 (both the 2010 4-door and 5-door) is larger than the Civic in every rear seat dimension- head room, leg room, hip room & shoulder room! There's 1.6" more leg room, 1.2" more hip room, 1.7" more shoulder room and 1.3" more head room. Perception is everything and the Civic's back seat ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda3 or Honda Civic [aviboy97]
This is my second Mazda 3s 5 door. The first was a 2005. This one is fully loaded, Mazda allows you to get the goodies in a small car, unlike so many of the others. Bose stereo, push button start, dual zone climate, adaptive HID lighting, leather with 5 range heat, Nav, trip computer, and luxury interior. Hard to find it anywhere for @25K. This car is sometimes known as a ... Read More
2010 Mazda3
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Re: Disappointed in interior color, lack of [creakid1]
I don't like black/charcoal or tan. No wonder I am still keeping my old Mazda 3-series -- '90 323 Protege twin cam w/ blue cloth interior. I really like the green velour interior that came out before I could drive -- The '78 VW Dasher/Rabbit Champaign Edition, the '79 Audi 5000...& these were quite expensive cars most people couldn't afford. In the mid '90's, Lexus also had green leather interior in ... Read More
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Re: Traded in my Jetta for the 3 [texasnightowl]
Rather than relying on anecdotal information...FWIW, Edmunds shows very little difference in estimated repair and maintenance costs for a Jetta vs. a Mazda3. Based on 5 years and 75,000 miles the total for the Jetta is $3154 for maintenance and $930 for repairs, total for the Mazda3 is $3261 for maintenance and $812 for repairs. So the total repair and maintenance costs are essentially identical, according to Edmunds anyway We've only ... Read More
Mazda 3 Transmission Problems
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Re: Madza 3 Transmission [autonomous]
Must have been different in Canada. I found a reference to the 4 year for 2005: http://www.automotive.com/2005/12/mazda/mazda3/warranty/index.html
Mazda3 vs Honda Civic
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Re: Love my 3.. [dc_driver]
I really went back and forth between the 3 and the Civic back in July 2006 and ended up buying the Mazda 3. I thought it handled better and I preferred the styling and interior to the Civic. I was not a fan of the Civic dash, and roofline and the Mazda dealer was willing to deal and the Honda dealers were not (but they did on an Odyssey minivan I ... Read More
Mazda 3 Transmission Problems
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Re: 2005 mazda 3 [jonathan7787]
Assuming that you have a manual transmission... Yes, 3,500 RPMs does sound a bit high. As a point of reference, my 2009 Mazda3 i 5-Speed (manual) turns about 3,050 RPMs at 112 KPH. Best regards, Shipo
Mazda3 Real World MPG
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Re: 5 years of mileage data [marcvill]
Like you I have just under 61k miles on my '05 Mazda 3i (4-door 2.0L engine w/5-speed manual). Average mpg w/my 3i to date is 38.6 mpg based on all fill-ups since new. All of my car's results are posted at www.brianbauer.org. Look for 2005 Mazda3, 2.0L manual transmission. My car's results are the ones listed for Chesterfield, VA. Before choosing to purchase my 3i I researched fuel economy results for ... Read More
Mazda 3 Transmission Problems
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2005 Mazda3 (automatic) with Transmission Issues
I bought a Mazda3 in May 2005. The car is great and had no issues until March 2008. When I was driving in automatic one day, the car would tend to shift from 4th to 3th gear automatically with the AT and engine light come on. Once this happen it is locked into 3rd gear until you come to a complete stop. Once I am at a complete stop it will ... Read More
2010 Mazda3
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Re: 2010 Mazda 3 GT [aviboy97]
if VW brings the new Rabbit to our side of the pond come September, I have no reason to believe that VW will discount those either. This makes even a little savings on a 2010 Mazda3 seem that much larger. I don't think it will take long for discounts to appear on the new Rabbit or the Madzda3. My wife wanted the new Jetta in 2005. We ordered one within a ... Read More
Mazda3 2.3 vs. '07 VW Rabbit
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Re: Euro cars [autonomous]
"Speaking of European, the British weekly, Autocar, rates (using 5 stars) the Ford Focus superior to the Mazda3 and Volvo S40. - Focus hatch: 4.5 stars, "UK's favorite car returns bigger and better than ever" - Volvo S40: 3 stars, "strangely less than the sum of its parts" - Mazda3 hatch: 3 stars, "a good car, but not quite what it should have been" Moral of the story: sometimes you have ... Read More
Mazda3 Canada
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Re: Mazda3 owners with corrosion issues, join us here!
I've already contacted the APA and their Montreal office sent my "dossier" (including pictures) to Mazda Canada. We'll see where that goes. Oh, and I did not have to join the APA to get their help. I think you need a membership to benefit from their pricing information. As for a class action suit, the list I'm compiling may end up being instrumental in that pursuit. For now, it is to ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Mazda3 Long term performance
I have a 2005 mazda3 S with 54K on it and i have had ONLY ONE small problem... The engine mount went bad at 45K. Anything review you read on Mazda3 is always positive... I have NEVER read a bad one. This car is rock solid, in my opinion. Unless you're some young punk beating on it, then maybe you'll have issues. This Mazda board is getting old, just a bunch ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Mazda3
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Re: Own The 3 And The Civic [aviboy97]
Did you happen to see the notation "2005-08 models mfg. after Aug. 2004 without side airbags" in reference to the Mazda3? This is a major problem as to the rating on this car, it has not been tested with the same equipment as others in its class. My understanding is that the manufacturers are asked to submit a model for testing. If that's the case, why does Mazda not submit theirs ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda3 AC and Gas Mileage [mariod]
I have a 2005 Mazda 3 S 2.3 sedan, NO climate control When I was a kid we had a VW Bug. The heat ducts that ran from the engine in the back rusted through from winter road salt. Talk about NO climate control. ;)
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Mazda3 AC and Gas Mileage
HERE ARE THE FACTS.... If all of you want to keep on beating this up that's OK too.... I have a 2005 Mazda 3 S 2.3 sedan, NO climate control. Any time you turn your MODE dial to feet or windshield your AC compressor will turn on. Hence reducing your gas mileage............. I have confirmed this with a Mazda engineer in California and a my Mazda mechanic. This is the way ... Read More
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Mazda 3 Fails to Start
Twice I have had the following problem with my 2005 Mazda3. Drive for awhile, turn the car off and it then fails to start, the engine cranks but will not fire, All warning lights seem to be normal. Come back several hours later and the car starts as normal, again to check engine lights etc. Dealer cannot find the problem. Anyone have a similar problem. Thanks
Honda Civic vs Mazda3
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Re: Safety and Fuel Economy [snoopyk9]
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested the 2005 Mazda 3, and gave it the "Poor" rating for the side impact test. However, that test was done without the side airbags. They have not retested the Mazda3 with the side bags, but other cars, such as the Toyota Corolla, have been tested with and without airbags, and there is a big improvement in the side impact safety rating. The Corolla goes ... Read More
Mazda3 Dashboard and Instrumentation Questions
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Similar issue on some '06 models
I bought a 2006 Mazda3 Touring 5-door back in 12/05 and had issues with the clock. Mine would intermittently lose 15-20 minutes overnight. It would often go months without a problem and a few times it 'lost time' twice in the same week. There was no pattern or reason to it. A few months after I noticed the problem, Mazda issued a service bulletin and provided a revised part to correct ... Read More
Mazda3 Accessories and Modifications
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Adding Side Airbags, Mazda 3, 2005
My 2005 Mazda3 hatchback did not come with factory side air bags, and I am wondering about adding them. Does anyone know if I can simply purchase new seats with the side air bags? Or are there additional electrical connections for the side airbags? I thought the seat bolster airbags were pressure activated, but I can't find any information about them, and my local dealer is baffled! Any advise is greatly ... Read More
Mazdaspeed3 vs. VW V GTI vs. Civic Si
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Re: Auto Bild Quality Report [eldaino]
does being designed in germany make the suspension german? just wondering. That's an iffy one. It was designed by Mazdas German team, in Germany. The 1999-2005 Mazda Miata was designed in Irvine, California, does that make that Miata an American car? No. It was still the Japanese that built it. So, I would say that the Mazda3's suspension is Japanese.
Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Am I getting a good price on Mazda3s? Buying this week!! [maribeln]
before you go to the dealer, try to find the lowest APR% car loan from a bank, such as bank of america, chase, etc. you tell them the estimate of the car value and they will give you a blanck check. don't let the "mazda" dealer connect you with a bank that will give you some high rate loans. i had good credit and mazda was so stingy not to give ... Read More
Mazda3 Owners: Meet the Members
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Re: New to this forum [ve3hzz] by squirrely [z71bill]
This is one (of the many) issues that Mazda will not fix ... Yes, Bill, we've read about your air-conditioning woes on what, 20 or 30 Town Hall discussions now? Please, make good on your musings and trade the car for that Civic. Would you please list the rest of these "many" issues? I'd be interested in hearing them. My 2005 Mazda3s hatch, which I purchased new on April 7, has ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: 2005 Mazda 3 computer's memory got erased [coosamtn]
dinaura, can you give us a little more detail of what your son-in-law was attempting? Why would he "pull some fuses" to install door sills? Was he running wires under the door sills for some reason? " I'm guessing they were the aftermarket metal sills with light up "MAZDA3" on them - they have to be connected to the interior lights
Mazda3 Hatchback
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Warranty - Mazda? HA HA HA!
If Mazda ignored (or even flat out refused to fix) a small problem (like a rattle in the dash) while the car was still under warranty I could accept it - after all no car is perfect. But let me focus in on one of the problems that Mazda will not fix - not the AC - but the engine stalling defect. Its clear more than a few Mazda3's have this ... Read More
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Mazda3 all the way
Amy, I wouldn't worry too much about the warranty on the M3. I'm not sure why Mazda saw the need to reduce the warranty. Every dealer I spoke to has said the repair rate for Mazda3s going back since their inception (2004) has been extremely low. I know this to be true, because a buddy of mine has an 04 with 65000 miles on it and he's never had any issues. ... Read More
Mazdaspeed3 vs. VW V GTI vs. Civic Si
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Re: Just stating my opinion [carfanatic007]
I think Mazda, which is owned by Ford is going down hill. Honda on the other hand, is selling like mad. Why? Superior quality, reliability and resale value. I think you better do some homework before you post next time so you can save yourself from looking like an idiot... Mazda is owned 33.4% by Ford, so what? Mazda had it's best sales year EVER in 2005, with their ever so ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda 3i wheels [uglybean]
Does anyone know if I can put an O.E 17 inch wheels from a 2005 Mazda3 onto my 2006 Mazda3i sedan? 17 inches likely will fit but I would check the user manual for Mazda's recommendation. If you can, try mounting one before you purchase them just to make sure. You need to make sure the brakes for example have enough room and that your front tires can turn properly.
Mazda3 vs Nissan Sentra
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Re: Please help me convince my brother to buy a 2004 Mazda 3 [comp386]
I remember I was checking out a new 2005 Mazda 3 I touring a year ago and it was 15,000 out the door Wow, that's cheap. The base Mazda3 i with a 5-speed manual started at $15,150. The Mazda3 i Touring with manual close to $17,000, $18,000 with an automatic...before taxes. Back in 2005 they didn't offer the Touring model. It was the "power package" in 04-05.
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Mazda 3i wheels
Does anyone know if I can put an O.E 17 inch wheels from a 2005 Mazda3 onto my 2006 Mazda3i sedan? I currently have the stock 15" wheels. Is there anything special I would need to install the tires? I'm thinking about buying a set from someone. Your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks!
Mazda3 Accessories and Modifications
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MAZDA 3i wheels
Does anyone know if I can put an O.E 17 inch wheels from a 2005 Mazda3 onto my 2006 Mazda3i sedan? I currently have the stock 15" wheels. Is there anything special I would need to install the tires? I'm thinking about buying a set from someone. Your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks!
Mazda3 Sedan
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2006 Mazda 3i Sedan
Does anyone know if I can put an O.E 17 inch wheels from a 2005 Mazda3 onto my 2006 Mazda3i sedan? I currently have the stock 15" wheels. Is there anything special I would need to install the tires? I'm thinking about buying a set from someone. Your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks!
Mazda3 Interior & Passenger Comfort Concerns
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Re: There is a change in the 2006's [dc_driver]
I am very surprised that there is absolutely no mention of this anywhere. But, at least I am happy that Mazda has made an improvement with their A/C in the mid to late production models of the 2006's; however, having just done a TSB mod from the dealer, where there is suppose to be some improvement when recycling the air, I am extremely disappointed at the outcome. The mod has not ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda3 Check Engine Light [obtube]
Greetings All, I can confirm this as i just yesterday had this problem repaired 7/18/2006 the code which the Check engine light generated in the computer was P2187 which according to the Mazda tech necessitated the replacment of the "Purge Valve" but all in all since I've had my 2005 SP23 the small quarky problems that I've expirenced has moved my Grade of the car from an A+ to a B+ ... Read More
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Re: Don't believe CR [nifty56]
"Isn't it amazing that their is 4 owners of the Mazda 3 working at the same place as you..." I work for a very large Fortune 500 company and the office I work out of has over 200 cars in the parking garage. I also work in the tech industry and there are a lot of younger folks employed in the company and the 3 seems to be pretty popular (mods?). ... Read More
Mazda3 Interior & Passenger Comfort Concerns
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jozoom
I agree with the honey and flies thing - but do you really think that being nice to the technicians at Mazda will get them to fix my crappy AC? The reality is some Mazda3's have very good AC systems - some are OK - and some are very poor. Its the luck of the draw which one you will get. This is true for the 2004, 2005 & 2006 model ... Read More
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Re: Let's compare [germancarfan1]
Hmm. Edmunds seems to contradict themselves on performance: http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId=108601/pageId=677- - - 00 That article states the 0-60 times for the 3s automatic at 8.3 seconds and quarter mile at 16.4. This is inline with other sites I have seen (Motortrend, MSN, etc). The manual 3s gets clocked in the high 7's.. Not sure about the manual Jetta VE. Will try and pull some numbers but mid 8's sounds right. As I ... Read More
Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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What do you think?
Hi, everyone! I test drove FIVE new cars today! Here is a brief description of each one: 1. 2005 Suzuki Verona (leftover) - $15,999 - nice, but don't want something that gets the same gas mileage as my Taurus, and the stereo sucked. 2. 2006 Ford Fusion SE - $19,800 - Auto + Sport Package - excellent vehicle and great 4-cylinder power, but not quite enough right leg room after seat ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Mazda3
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Re: Disagree with CR (so do many others in the Bus) [ex_tdier]
Just because something is popular or is selling doesn't mean it's good or reliable I agree, but, I never claimed popularity=reliability. Popularity=Higher sales, which in turn usually equals high profits, like MY 2005 was for Mazda. Look at the Pontiac Solstice, that is popular, but, I would say it's to early to think it is reliable. However, the Mazda3 has been reliable overall. I know there are a few in the ... Read More
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Re: Go with the Civic... [audia8q]
If you go to www.mazdausa.com, and go to the news section, you will see Mazda had a monster year in sales and profit for 2005. I would say a lot is due to the Mazda3, and it's popularity. I don't see any decline for Mazda, or it's reliability. Also, I know what I am about to say is beating a dead horse,I apologize to the Host, but, if you look at ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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noelle023
I think the CEL & tranny problems have all been solved - for 2006 (even for 2005) - As far as the AC is concerned - I would just test drive the car you plan to buy on a hot day - if the AC works you should not have any problem - If the AC is weak then test drive a different Mazda3 until you find one that has a ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Mazda3
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Re: Honda Civic Ex is superior to Mazda 3i/S [carfanatic007]
Mazda has struggled financially for years and is owned by Ford Motor Co They DID struggle, not anymore. If you check their earnings report for 2005, they had a monster year. Go to mazdaUSA.com to see for yourself. And so what if they are owned by Ford Mo Co? The Mazda3 is a Jap car all the way. Built in Japan, designed by the Japanese. More Japanese then the Civic is ... Read More
Mazda3 Real World MPG
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The efficiency is there.
When I read about the Mazda3 S not being fuel efficient, I am left wondering what is going on. With over 30,000 miles on my 2004 MT, it is averaging about 35 mpg. The lowest mpg it has recorded in the past year was about 34 mpg. The first tank full of gas gave 30 mpg and efficiency quickly improved from that point. On 100% highway it has achieved 39 mpg. ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda 3 upholstery and interior fabrics [retailroy]
Mazda no handles warranty like their sleazy sister company Ford, too bad We've owned five Mazdas since 1980, and have had a very different Mazda warranty/service experience than you've had. The five vehicles were bought and serviced at four different dealerships. Any warranty work required has been promptly taken care of to our satisfaction. We've never had to contact the national Mazda office with a complaint. I drive a 2005 Mazda3 ... Read More
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Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits
I look at things differently. It makes no difference to me if the A/C doesnt work well in manual mode. With the auto feature, it becomes redundant. The auto uses the interior sensors to climatize the interior properly. Analysing the manual component now becomes a moot issue. And your mistaken, Mazda did NOT improve the A/C in [some] 2006 and 2007 models in Canada. They only added the same features that's ... Read More
Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Mazda 3: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [KarenS]
I had a great buying experience for a slightly used 2005 Mazda3 5 door at Jake Sweeney in Cincinnati. Great service from sales, no hassle during the finance phase, full tank of gas and complete detail job. Price was right too.
Honda Fit v Mazda 3 5 Door
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Re: Fit Sport vs Mazda 3 5 Door
I'm in the process of selling my 2005 Mazda3 SP23 in order to buy a Fit. While the Mazda is a great car, I'm simply trying to wring out every last MPG from my gasoline dollar. The Mazda is by far nicer, especially the one I got with leather, heated seats, HID, etc, but the Fit will do nicely for what I need. I was surprised that the Mazda seemed almost ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda3 AC by slate1
Many owners of 2004 and 2005 Mazda3's report having good AC systems - some claim even on 95+ degree day the car would get down right cold. Also - there is no doubt that the black interior in most Mazda3's make the car feel much warmer - Which IMO is all the more reason that Mazda should have put in a killer AC system - It will be interesting to see ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by ex_tdier [z71bill]
Sounds about right. They have branded you as a nuisance and cut you off. Next the dealers will tell you to go somewhere else. A friend went through the same BS with Chrysler as he was trying to resolve a problem. Mazda doesn't care,they kep selling these cars on looks etc. and nothing more. A 20 year old doesn't give a rats ass about the A/C as long as he looks ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by ex_tdier
I assume by coolant you mean refrigerant? If you ever see ice build up on an evaperator - it normally means that the system is low on refrigerant. I have seen this on cars, my home AC system and on a refrigerator. The compressor just keeps on running because there is not enough refrigerant to allow it to reach the point where the high side pressure differential switch reaches its set ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by ex_tdier [ex_tdier]
ex: Do you have the email addresses of those high level people such as CEO, VP, President of Mazda Canada? I meet the road block at the customer service level. I think email is more fast and effective than mail or fax.
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Re: Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by ex_tdier [nifty56]
nifty56 wrote: Thanks z71bill for your input. Writing letters, phoning Mazda probably won't do us any good in getting a fix. Mazda has set its mind on doing nothing unless a large number of owners bug Mazda about this issue. I think alot won't bother. So we shouldn't bother? That's not the right kind of attitude. Is that the kind of attitude one should take when it comes to voting? If ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by nifty56
I lost track of the number of times I had Mazda dealership test my AC - I also noticed warm air coming from my vents - so even on a 50 degree day I would sometimes turn on the AC. I tested the air temp a few times - and the outside air temp VS the vent air temp there was about a 12 degree increase in the temp. (AC off ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by ex_tdier [z71bill]
Thanks z71bill for your input. Writing letters, phoning Mazda probably won't do us any good in getting a fix. Mazda has set its mind on doing nothing unless a large number of owners bug Mazda about this issue. I think alot won't bother. Is it possible for Mazda to replce the evaporator with a larger one? Is there room for a bigger one? If not than I think we are stuck ... Read More
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Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits by ex_tdier
Its was over a year ago - so I can not quote the PSI readings. I had a friend - that is in the AC business - hook up his gauges and monitor the pressure while the compressor cycled on and off. He confirmed what Mazda was telling me - that the system seemed to be running at the correct pressures. Which means the compressor was shutting down when the system ... Read More
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Mazda3 (2005) A/C is the pits
I have been lurking in an A/C board (see post #3168 for the link) and the techs there say it's too speculative to say why the compressor is going on and off the way it is without actually performing pressure tests. This is the ONLY way we will know what is happening. It could be cycling when the pressure is too low or too high. Have a read at that link. ... Read More
Mazda3 Real World MPG
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Re: Mazda 3 fuel economy [bongjie]
Hi I have 2005 Mazda3s Sedan 5 speed bought in may-2005 Build date march-2005. Right now it has 10,000 Miles and I am consistently getting 28-31 mpg in a 50/50 mix of city/highway traffic with my wife and 2 year son. I am neither a rough driver nor a smooth one I never got an opportunity to go for a long highway ride but I expect the gas mileage to be ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Mazda3
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Re: Mazda3 Vs. Honda Civic [herrkaleu]
Ok, after reading through this, i don't think we are that far apart in our mindsets. Here are a few things I'd add. First of all, that Accord you tested was likely cheaper than the Mazda 3 when optioned as you say (A Value Package Accord is about $18.2k). I have the drum brakes on my 1996 Accord (LX/no ABS) have lasted 157,000 miles (still have life in them)(the discs on ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 Vs. Honda Civic [thegraduate]
by comparing it to VW I meant the interior, the overall quality (not reliability, of course :-) I used the civic LX as an example because it has similar equippment like the Mazda 3i touring (but civic LX still has no rear discs... that much about safety for all :-) of course the trim level doesn't affect mileage (except little weight). By economywise I also include the price (which you have ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 Vs. Honda Civic [lordzeigfred]
I own a 2005 Mazda 3s 5-door w/ Xenon & ABS package... since we dog sit right now we got the owners 2005 Honda Accord (it's a leasing, and I think it is a value edition w/o cruise, but with curtain airbags...it hast the 2.4 l engine). Driving, power is similar, I suppose mileage is similar too. Shifting (both MT) in my opinion is better in the Mazda (both cars have ... Read More
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Re: Mazda3 Vs. Honda Civic by aviboy97 [z71bill]
I do know what I'm talking about. I'm not posting "conflicting information". I have seen many previous Civic owners come out of their older Civic, into a new Mazda3. Let me spell it out for you so the simple minded can comprehend. Mazda is not the same company they were 5 years ago. Their demographic has changed since then, starting in 2003 with the release of the Mazda6. Before 2003, Mazda ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Did Mazda correct AC for 2006? by moontom
I don't think anyone can answer your question - because no one knows the answer except Mazda. But Mazda will not even admit that there is a defect in SOME of the 2004 & 2005 models - I do not see them making some kind of anouncement - LOOK WE FIXED THE AC SO NOW IT COOLS THE CAR!! There is no way to know until we get a large number ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Mazda3
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Re: Wow, lotta posts in here! [mdaffron]
And do keep this in mind ... In the last decade, Mazda has always stuck its neck out first in the economy sedan market, leaving Honda and Toyota playing catch-up with a car that equals or comes close performancewise and featurewise within a year or two. Likewise here: The Mazda3 came out in 2004; it took Honda two years to come out with anything close. (Toyota's still back in the dust.) ... Read More
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mrblonde49
I have a 2004 Mazda3 with a weak AC system - so I have been following this problem since early 2004. Not claiming to be an expert - but I do have much experience dealing with this defect. Mazda has made no changes to the AC system between 2004 (when new) and the 2006 model. By no changes I mean - they are using the same compressor - the same evaperator ... Read More
Mazda3 Real World MPG
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Re: Mazdaspeed3 [aviboy97]
For those of you out there wondering about this vehicle, there was a prototype pic in road and track for the SEMA show. Its a hatchback, same powerplant as the Speed6, but most likley no AWD. Are you sure about that? According to another site reporting about the car displayed at SEMA 2005 they made the statement below. In effect, this is a tricked out version of the regular Mazda3 by ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Mazda3
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About 3,000 dollar difference i mentioned
Here's the short story, Once Again. 1) the of the line Mazda3 sedan( on Sept , 11th, 2005, saturday , to be precise) was around 180 dollars under 20K, MSRP. 2) Scion tC was 17,199, on same date. 3)Difference on this part alone, MSRP versus MSRP = 2,700 dollars. With me so far ? Now, for the "hard to understand(?)" part..... ADD TAXES to this extra 2,700(difference on MSRP between the ... Read More
Mazda3 Canada
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Ottawa Mazda--- [ebart1]
Hello Ernst, 1. Are the brakes still a problem? Was the problem premature wear or something else? My Mazda Protege5 has had over 63K kilometres (40K miles) without any issues. 2 to 5: You may want to read the August 2004 issue of Consumer Reports for their review of the Mazda3 and other small sedans; the April 2005 annual auto issue has some more comparison and reliability information. In general, Mazda3 ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Battery by heybrady
I don't know what battery the factory installed in the 2005 or 2006 Mazda3 (I have a 2004) - Maybe the supply of batteries left over from WWII has been depleted and Mazda has no choice but to use a "new" maintenance free design from the 1980's! BTW - Walmart will install it for free!
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Sqeaky Brakes by dride & oldmazownr
Mazda has a TSB for this defect - 04-001/05 2004-2005 MAZDA3 - FRONT BRAKE SQUEAK WHEN COLD - you can read all the TSB info at http://web2.iadfw.net/theman/protegefaq/tsb/tsbmenu.html Print out a copy of the TSB and take it with you - in my experience it really helps to have it in black and white. oldmazownr - My theory is the AC problem shows up more in the sedan - even though the ... Read More
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Mazda3 Reliablity
Ok, everyone....let's simmer down a bit. I can totally understand and empathize with everyone here on both sides. However, I would like to say a few more and final things about Mazda reliability and stats. First off, I don't know where some of you are saying that CR has the M3 as a reliable vehicle. Doing a quick search on Google, I found the following link and nowhere does it mention ... Read More
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Re: Is this normal.. by sadiee [z71bill] by sadiee
Shift shock - after reading that several people had their cars re flashed I did a search - found a site that listed this as the repair code - "F0010XFX Powertrain control module re flashing". Not 100% sure this is correct - you never know about stuff posted on the net - but I plan to take this info in with me to the dealership on Monday. I had the stalling ... Read More
Mazda3 Canada
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Re: Why are Mz3 so much more popular in CDN? [204meca]
Canada's Top Seven Best-Selling Cars by Jeremy Cato March 7, 2005 http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/compact2.htm 1. Honda Civic 2. Toyota Corolla 3. Mazda3 4.-5. Pontiac Sunfire/Chevy Cavalier (before Cobalt/Pursuit arrived) 6. Toyota Echo 7. Ford Focus According to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, entry-level vehicles now account for 39.6 per cent of new car sales in Canada. Reasons: 1. Higher taxes/lower disposable income 2. Mostly urban population 3. Higher gas prices 4. Stronger European influence 5. ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: JD Power's rating of the Mazda3 [ivan_99]
What quality issues have I had? Well, fortunately, for the most part, they have been nuisances. 1. The hard shifting (automatic) when cold from 1st to 2nd. Took Mazda almost a year to come up with a software fix for that. This was NOT a nuisance but a definite concern. Dunno what damage my tranny has as a result 2. Rear brakes (noisey and clunking). TSB on that. 3. Console Trim ... Read More
Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Buying a Mazda3 5 door [allfiredup]
Yes, that was the closest one to me. Mazda's website is actually incorrect when it comes to available models at dealers. According to the Mazda website, the dealership in my city has 3-4 Mazda3 5 doors on their lot when they actually only have 1 2005 model. Anyway, I decided to go with a S-Touring model. Leather, heated seats, and the sound system were not worth a lil' over 2 grand ... Read More
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Re: 2005 MAZDA3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl) - Prices paid? [nfriday]
Most Japanese car companies don't let you order a car. The good news is that they do make the car you want, you'll just have to spend some time trying to find it. Did the dealer not offer to try and locate one for you? If he didn't, perhaps go to another dealer and ask them to try to locate one for you. Another good resource is the Mazda website. You ... Read More
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Re: 2005 MAZDA3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl) - Prices paid? [sxg]
Hi I am in the market for a mazda 3itouring with 5 speed and ABS and these are hard to find. I thought I would be able to order one from mazda, and I was told by one of the dealers that mazda will not let you special order a car. I think this is crazy. Thanks, Nancy
Mazda3 Sedan
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Re: how much difference do CA-emissions make? [capitol149]
I received this from mazda: Thanks for contacting Mazda. Rest assured your 2005 MAZDA3 2.3L is still rated at 160hp. The PZEV (for five states) is a new addition to the 2006 MAZDA3 2.3L engine. For this reason, it is not shown in the 2005 specs. I hope this clarification helps. Again, thank you for contacting Mazda. It has been my pleasure to assist you. Please feel free to reply to ... Read More
Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: New 2005 or 2006 Mazda 3 4 door [tom71]
Hey tom71- These cars handle amazingly well in my opinion. I actually went to the Mazda Zoom Zoom Live event here in Atlanta today and got to put a 3 s thru the paces on a test track. The thing sticks to the road like glue. I also got a $500 coupon to use toward the purchase of any new Mazda. Your question about acceleration- in my opinion, both of the ... Read More
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Re: New 2005 or 2006 Mazda 3 4 door [tom71]
I just bought a Mazda3s Touring with 5 speed stick. The acceleration has been real nice - The useable power is comparable to the Saab 9-3 2.0T auto I'm coming from - and that has 210 HP & 221 TQ. The 5 speed and lighter weight make up the difference. And I've seen better test times in the mags, as well, so it's not just my optimism and excitement with a ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: autonomous, sandman46 & namiboy [jmills]
I think everyone's preferences vary on what's hot or cold....or perhaps you are one of the lucky ones. There are NUMEROUS Mazda boards both in Canada and USA that mention the inadequate A/C has an ongoing issue with unsatisfactory cooling. When people say their A/C is fine in their Mazda3, I get frustrated because they don't mention what setting they use (level 1,2, or3). Not one of my many [4 cylinder ... Read More
Mazda3 Sedan
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Didn't somebody ask about ...
Consumer Reports' review of the 3i not too long ago? I just stumbled across a "summary" of that review on-line, with the pertinent stuff intact: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/ConsumerReportsSnapshot.aspx?year=2005&make=Mazda&model=- Mazda3 Meade
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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AC system -
I have about 16K miles on my Mazda3 - the last few weeks have been very hot - and my AC has actually WORKED PRETTY WELL. At first I thought it was just all in my head - but a few times I actually turned the fan speed down from 3 to 2 (3 actually cools better than 4). My wife also noticed - she ask me if I had done ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Mazda3
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Re: OK, let's try this angle. [03accordman]
Meade, did you compare these real world figures to the 3s real world figures or EPA numbers? Yep. Sho' did. It appears that the actual owners of Mazda3's are getting 32-33 on the highway with a few exceptions ... even admitting they drive the cars pretty hard. Actual owners of 2004 and 2005 Civics are saying they get "34-35 mpg" or "high 30s" for the most part. For some reason, Mazda ... Read More
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Re: civic [ezpilze]
Right ... in your opinion. Here's my history with Mazda cars to date: 1992 Protege LX: 28,000 miles, no problems (totaled in hydroplaning accident) 1992 Protege LX no. 2: 83,000 miles, no problems (and I racked up all those miles in only 28 months -- 3K miles a month -- delivering pizzas during college) 2000 Protege ES: 91,100 miles, front strut bushings replaced at 85,000 miles ($250 job) 2002 Protege5: Wife's ... Read More
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Re: Just remember friends ... [legalpenguin]
Well, speaking of reviews of the 2005 Civic, did you read Edmunds' own economy-car comparison for 2005, which came out just a few months ago and is available on the home page right here at Edmunds? The one where the Mazda3 received first place and the Civic came in second? The one that said of the Mazda3: Most economy sedans feel like a compromise. The 2005 Mazda 3 isn't one of ... Read More
Mazda3 Hatchback
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Re: Whiplash protection headrests [backy]
While you're at it ... Let's compare Mazda to Honda: http://www.iihs.org/ratings/head_restraints/head_honda.html ... and Toyota: http://www.iihs.org/ratings/head_restraints/head_toyota.html Wow, thanks for pointing out yet another example where my 2005 Mazda3 beats Avalon, Camry, Civic and Accord! Meade P.S. Haven't you figured out yet that the IIHS thinks everything smaller than a Yukon is a deathtrap, and designs its tests so there's no way a small car can score well? "IIHS" stands for "Iron Is ... Read More
Mazda3 Maintenance & Repair
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Re: Mazda3 Air conditioning confusion [nifty56]
If the A/C is an excellent system than why is a diffuser plate installed in the 04 and 05 and the jury is out on the 06 If Mazda is concerned about a on going problem they should tell the dealers to treat the A/C seriously if any owners feel they have a problem Speaking of diffuser plates, my dealer didnt know what the heck I was talking about neither did ... Read More
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Re: Mazda 3 vs. Focus? [jpmccormac]
Virtually the same is a good way of saying it. From the Car Connection: While every other change aboard the 2005 Focus is evolutionary, the implantation of two new engines is radical surgery. Gone are the Ford-designed Zetec 2.0-liter engines and in their place are Mazda-designed 2.0- and 2.3-liter powerplants wearing the Duratec label. Shared with the Mazda3, these new all-aluminum Duratecs don't differ much from the iron-block Zetecs in general ... Read More
Mazda3 Real World MPG
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Re: heelundtoe - [gly]
The two Mazda engines are derived from the Ford Duratec. Maybe a little more research would've changed your mind. Here's the truth, from a Mazda tech website: In 2004, Ford dropped the development of the 4-cylinder Zetec engine in favor of Mazda's MZR 4-cylinder. Thus, 2005+ Duratec 4 cylinder engines are Mazdas. This includes the 2.0 liter Duratec 20 and 2.3 liter Duratec 23. Duratec 23 The Duratec 23 is a ... Read More
Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: bought a mazda3 yesterday [smk1]
I was about to buy a 2005 MAZDA 3i today, but hesitated because I was not sure how comfortable a ride it is on a long trip. I will be travelling about 50 miles to work one-way (100 miles round trip), and comfort would be a good thing. After sitting in it for about 20 miutes for a test ride, my butt started to hurt (and I do have some padding ... Read More
Mazda3 Real World MPG
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Re: Ford ownership by gly
Interesting. A few questions for you, gly. I eventually bought another 2005 Japanese car a 2005 Honda Accord? Mazda ... is majority owned by Ford ... The two Mazda engines are derived from the Ford Duratec. Ford also exercises control over Volvo and Jaguar. My understanding is that Mazda reworks the engines to their needs, so for example a Focus and Mazda3 deliver different results. I think Ford, like GM, cannot ... Read More
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Re: heelundtoe - [heelundtoe]
...if you want better fuel economy, get the stick. ...I think Mazda claims 5th gear is an overdrive, it's more like a true fifth gear. That may have been true in the past (that MTs get better mileage than ATs), but it's not necessarily true today. A lot depends upon the final drive ratio. A number of Japanese auto manufacturers give a higher final drive ratio to MTs than ATs, and ... Read More
Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Mazda3
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A Mazda by any other name ... [legalpenguin]
I wouldn't rate the Mazda3 as being equal or in the same league as a Civic especially since the Mazda3 is pretty new. Over the long haul of ownership, I can see the Civic outlasting the Mazda3. The same with a Corolla. (Because I've owned Toyotas (Corollas and Camrys) for 16 years with no problems. And I bought Honda because I've heard no complaints from owners who I have talked to.) ... Read More
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Re: Business Week puts the facts straight! [legalpenguin]
The Mazda 3 looks punier than a Honda Civic. As for the capability of hauling more than two adults, I just bought a 2005 Honda Civic LX Special Edition 4 door sedan and it holds five adults. Hardly a "bug." Apparently you didn't read me right. Putting it differently, you can only get the 197-hp engine in the "bug"-like Si or 2-door. The 4-door sedan is only available with the smaller, ... Read More
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Loved my 01 Elantra, but...
my 05 Maxx is much more car and at $16K is on the bottom end of these comparison cars. The Spec. 5 didn't make my final list because at the time they had that initial bad crash test. My Hyundai dealer (despite my fondness for the Elantra) was seedy. The one or two MPG difference between the 5 speed Elantra and the Maxx is more than made up with the cost ... Read More
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