2012 Mazda MAZDA3 - Consumer Discussions

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: April lease rates 2012 I-tour & I-Grand tour [mb116]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 28, 2013 7:10:32 AM

  Hello mb116. Mazda isn't providing lease support on leftover 2012 Mazda3 Sedan models any longer. This is pretty typical this late in the model year. If you really want this car, you will have to either pay cash for it, taking advantage of the $2,250 cash incentive or finance it using the special financing program at 0% for 5 years / 1.9% for 6 years plus a $1,000 cash incentive. Car_man ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 iTouring Sedan Automatic [will_ksu]

  Written by: igozoomzoom on Apr 20, 2013 7:51:22 AM

  Will_KSU- Thru 04/30/2013, Mazda has the following Dealer Cash (aka- Marketing Support) incentives in place- $2250 - can't be used with Mazda Capital Services Special APR financing $1000 - can ONLY be used in conjunction with Mazda Capital Services Special APR financing $250 - Bonus Cash, can be used in conjunction with $2250 Special APR Financing 24-60 months - 0.0% APR 72 months - 1.9% APR So it's either $2500 and ... Read More

• Re: Had to share this- NEW 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4dr SKYACTIV 6MT - $14,772 [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: sandman_6472 on Mar 3, 2013 9:08:14 AM

  How much was your final otd price on the truck? I did the same thing back in '06 with my Civic. They wanted me to finance but my grandma had done the same thing as yours and I put the max on my credit card and wrote a check for the balance and didn't buy a thing in F&I...they were not pleased but hey, it's my $ and I spend it ... Read More

• Re: Had to share this- NEW 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4dr SKYACTIV 6MT - $14,772 [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: mazdaowner5 on Mar 1, 2013 12:33:25 PM

  Excellent deal. Actually I found that internet prices were pretty good. Just bought at 2013(built in January) Mazda 3 Sedan Touring Automatic for 16.3k(18k out the door with high CA taxes), including $500 discount plus $500 loyalty. No extra fees.

• Re: Had to share this- NEW 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4dr SKYACTIV 6MT - $14,772 [stephen16823]

  Written by: igozoomzoom on Feb 28, 2013 9:46:58 PM

  I know the internet prices are often b.s. and I ran into a lot of that when we bought our 2012 CX-9 a few months ago. They were showing prices with the $500 Owner Loyalty and $500 Military rebates applied. I qualified for the Loyalty since I have a 2006 Mazda3, but not the Military. I ended up rbuying from a dealer who didn't do that on their website. They just ... Read More

• Re: Had to share this- NEW 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4dr SKYACTIV 6MT - $14,772 [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: stephen16823 on Feb 28, 2013 8:31:50 AM

  If it makes you feel any better, the "internet price" doesn't mean jack. They've probably applied every rebate they can think of even if most buyers don't qualify (current mazda owner + veteran = $1000) and then you can guarantee there's another $800-$1000 in "fees" that aren't included in this price. Having said that, the 2012 Mazda3 is, I think, the best deal on the market right now. Of course, i'm ... Read More

• Had to share this- NEW 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4dr SKYACTIV 6MT - $14,772

  Written by: igozoomzoom on Feb 28, 2013 12:17:18 AM

  I ran across this deal yesterday afternoon and even confirmed that they still have this car available as of 8pm last night.... It's a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring SKYACTIV 4-door w/ 6-speed Manual Transmission MSRP is $19,495, but Internet Sale Price is $14,772 Liquid Silver w/ Black Cloth 2.0L 155hp SKYACTIVE 4-cylinder 6-speed Manual Transmission Rated at 27mpg City and 39mpg Highway Power Windows, Door Locks and Side Mirrors Remote Keyless ... Read More

Mazda 3 Transmission Problems

• 20K miles and transmission is shot!

  Written by: doug5000 on Jan 20, 2013 5:04:31 PM

  2012 Mazda3 Skyactiv Grand touring....One year old and at 22,000 miles... Last Thursday My Mazda locked up in first gear and would not shift at all. Check engine light on, AT light on, AntiSkid Traction light on, fastest I could get the car up to was about 35, and was pushing 5K rpm. Dropping into manual was no use, the M light comes up, but no gear display... Managed to limp ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2012 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring need Mf and residual please? [banshee24]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 27, 2012 4:12:14 PM

  Greetings banshee24. Chase's November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 i Grand Touring Sedan with an automatic transmission and 15,000 miles per year are .00025 and 57% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39-month lease are .00045 and 55%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Help Me Choose!

• Re: '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT [mr_gone]

  Written by: plekto on Nov 21, 2012 2:47:05 PM

  The Reason I think the Cruze is a better car than the 3 is because it actually has a usable and decent interior. It certainly drives better thanks to the weight and wheelbase. Almost all of the magazines seem to be calling neck and neck between the two. Remember, that this car is a re-badged version of GM's best selling small car in Europe and is made by Opel. So it ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Mazda3 iTouring HT Auto

  Written by: dmkyung on Nov 5, 2012 5:32:55 AM

  Picking up a new Blue Mazda 3 iTouring HT Auto today. It has Wheel lock and all weather mat option MSRP: 21,100 Final Price: 18,750 OTD: 20,374.XX (60month @ 0%)

Mazda 3 Tire & Wheel Questions

• Re: DO NOT BUY A MAZDA 3!!!!! [jwilli1]

  Written by: autonomous on Nov 4, 2012 2:59:44 PM

  2012 Mazda3 with 15,000miles and was just informed that he original Yokohama ties have to be replaced. What model of Yokahama tires? Do you know their speed rating (e.g. V-rated)? What's wrong with the tires? Does the problem affect all four tires? How many times were the tires rotated?

• Re: DO NOT BUY A MAZDA 3!!!!! [mazda_sux1]

  Written by: jwilli1 on Nov 4, 2012 10:53:16 AM

  Couldn't agree more. Have 2012 Mazda3 with 15,000miles and was just informed that he original Yokohama ties have to be replaced. Yokohama will give a 50% discount if the tires are replaced with Yokohamas at $199 per tire excluding labor at the dealership. The dealership will replace the four tires with a different tire for about $500 plus labor. Was never informed that the original tires were "performance" tires. Somehow I ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 i Touring Hatchback MT [tobym]

  Written by: jtdmak on Oct 28, 2012 8:53:58 AM

  No I did not get the $500 loyalty rebate. The dealer was marin mazda in the bay area. I have been driving the car for a week and absolutely love it!

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: Mazda3 Lease Numbers [dolphin5]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 14, 2012 7:05:47 AM

  Hi dolphin5. Chase's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 Sedan i Sport with 12,000 miles per year are .00075 and 65%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36-month lease are .00016 and 56%. The money factors for the '12 Mazda3 Sedan i Touring are the same, but its residuals are ... Read More

• Mazda3 Lease Numbers

  Written by: dolphin5 on Oct 8, 2012 6:52:41 PM

  Hi Car_man, Can you please provide the lease numbers (mf & resid) on 24 and 36 month, 12K mi/year leases on the 2012 Mazda 3 Sedan I-Sport and I-Touring models. Also, is there any lease support (i.e., lease cash) being provided? Thanks

Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus)

• Re: Automobile Magazine compares 2012 Mazda 3 to 2013 competiton [toonsngraphics]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Oct 2, 2012 7:04:26 AM

  The only thing I don't like and this may be very minor is that when playing music via Bluetooth from my phone it plays but the volume is very low and fades out. Anyone know why? Did you try turning up the volume on your audio device? If the volume is not 75% or higher, the sound tends to be weak even when turning up the volume on the car. Congrats ... Read More

• Re: Automobile Magazine compares 2012 Mazda 3 to 2013 competiton [toonsngraphics]

  Written by: gr8mazda3 on Oct 1, 2012 7:01:52 PM

  I have not had that issue, but a couple of phone calls have been dropped by the car while remaining on my phone. I have not even read that part of the manual and never paired my phone, so that's probably on me. After looking at the Grand Touring Models, which were not available for me locally, I wish I would have gotten the "i" GT, as it would only have ... Read More

Fit vs Vibe/Matrix vs Mazda3

• Re: Thanks for the Feedback [autonomous]

  Written by: linkalee on Oct 1, 2012 5:52:22 PM

  I agree that the "best" vehicle varies between individual cases. Thank you for the insight, autonomous, a table is a smart way to keep everything present and in order. Indeed, all the vehicles I listed fit my criteria fairly well, so I suppose what the real deciding factor now is which ones are available in my area for which prices. I can't find any Mazda3 hatchbacks, though a dealer a few ... Read More

Mazda 3 Transmission Problems

• Re: Mazda 3 2012 skyactiv faulty Manual Transmission [squiggly1]

  Written by: squiggly1 on Sep 28, 2012 8:29:16 AM

  Another complaint recently posted via safercar.gov TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA MAZDA3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED AGAINST A CEMENT POLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO STATED THAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO FURTHER INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS ... Read More

Fit vs Vibe/Matrix vs Mazda3

• Re: Fit vs Vibe/Matrix vs Mazda3 [linkalee]

  Written by: countertop4 on Sep 27, 2012 8:16:41 AM

  I bought a 2005 Vibe in March of 2011 that was in great condition. I am a Mazda man and drive an 04 3s MT. The Vibe was for my daughter to commute to college. It has served us well. I have been impressed with its built quality, gas mileage and overall usefulness. Very comfortable ride, lots of headroom for all passengers, and Toyota reliability. Nice used ones are hard to ... Read More

Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus)

• Re: Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus) [autonomous]

  Written by: scwmcan on Sep 23, 2012 6:32:52 PM

  I do agree if you are going to buy the 2012, make sure it is a later build by checking the date on the door plate. As long is it is pretty recent there should be no extra woories over a 2013. I've had good luck with Mazdas, ours have needed nothing but oil changes, tires and brakes, besides that they have been very reliable, despite the postings you see here ... Read More

• Favorite car ever just traded in...get it while you can!

  Written by: gr8mazda3 on Sep 22, 2012 12:47:04 PM

  I just had to trade in my 2008 Mazda3 GT not because I wanted to, but I had to due to health reasons. I can no longer safely operate a manual transmission safely due to back/left leg problems. The car has under 45k miles on it and I swear it was my favorite automobile I've ever owned/rented/driven, etc. For the money, there is no better vehicle on the road. I do ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 mazda 3 auto i touring skyactive [phids]

  Written by: cmendo2005 on Aug 25, 2012 9:03:44 PM

  Hey guys I was looking at a basic mazda 3 i sport. I was being offered about 16k for the mazda3 and a 2k trade in for a pretty terrible car. I was wondering if that seems like a decent deal right off the bat without the haggling? Also he told me they would do the X plan for ford workers, any way I would be able to find out how ... Read More

Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus)

• Re: Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus) [backy]

  Written by: toonsngraphics on Sep 21, 2012 6:42:58 PM

  With the mazda 3 it isn't really a new model it is an existing model with a new powertrain isn't it? Or does that still count as a new model? Plus, if I hold off till october (need a release date) then I loose the incentives mazda is giving on the 2012s. What to do? And still no word on hondas chages or release date.

• Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus)

  Written by: toonsngraphics on Sep 21, 2012 5:45:31 AM

  I have been test driving many cars in the last month or so, but need some feedback. The cars in comparison are: Hyundai Elantra Limited, Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan, Subaru Impreza Limited Sedan, Ford Focus Titanium Sedan and the Honda Civic EX-L. I drove them all and thought they were decent driving cars. The Subaru Impreza is AWD which is probably not needed and dealer was not willing to move much ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Looking to Buy 2012 Mazda 3 Auto I Touring W/ MoonRoof

  Written by: freshjiv on Sep 20, 2012 11:39:44 AM

  Hey, anyone that is real familiar with the Mazda3 pricing for this time of year (late September 2012) give you me your advice. I am looking to buy a Mazda 3 Auto I Touring w/ Bose Moonroof. They a black and a dolphin grey I am interested in. Both say their MSRP is ~$22,000 and they are offering it at their dealerships special price of $18,981. They are offering the 0% ... Read More

• My Price Paid For 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4-dr automatic sedan with Skyactiv

  Written by: tonyxlxl on Sep 20, 2012 6:29:50 AM

  car: 16,473 destination fee: 795 dealer processing fee: 389 VA sales tax: 564.25 VA title/tags: 62.75 Mazda loyalty: -500.00 Total OTD (cash): $17,784.00 Brown's Fairfax Mazda.

• Re: 2012 mazda 3 auto i touring skyactive [phids]

  Written by: drtutu on Aug 22, 2012 6:31:29 PM

  that's a great deal! would you plz tell me which dealership did you get your Mazda3? Thanks!!!

• Re: 2012 mazda 3 auto i touring skyactive [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: phids on Aug 20, 2012 9:57:16 AM

  I was able to buy a 2012 Mazda3 iTouring skyactiv AT in Georgia a few weeks ago for about $18,300 OTD, so I know you can go lower if you are in the Atlanta area.

• Re: 2012 mazda 3 auto i touring skyactive [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: phids on Aug 20, 2012 9:56:56 AM

  I was able to buy a 2012 Mazda3 iTouring skyactiv AT 4dr in Georgia a few weeks ago for about $18,300 OTD, so I know you can go lower if you are in the Atlanta area.

• Re: 2012 mazda 3 auto i touring skyactive [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: igozoomzoom on Aug 19, 2012 11:08:38 AM

  It looks like the 2012 Mazda3 i Touring 4-door Automatic matches the $20,345 MSRP that you metioned, so I'm assumign that is the one you're talking about. The best price I can get here in Georgia is $17,835 plus TTT (tax, tag & title). We have a pretty hefty 7% sales tax that will add $1248.45 to the $17,835, for a total of $19,083.45 plus tag and title fees, which will ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 iTouring w/Skyactiv-G Lease Rates [ixis14]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 16, 2012 7:03:17 AM

  Mazda's September buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 Sedan i Touring with 15,000 miles per year are .00118 and 66%. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36-month lease are .00048 and 57%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: I Touring HB MSRP $20,945 Graphite Mica [raymac]

  Written by: igozoomzoom on Sep 14, 2012 2:41:24 AM

  raymac- You should check out TrueCar.com. I'm assuming that you're near Santa Rosa, CA based on your reference to Hansel Mazda, so that was the zip code I used to check the price on TrueCar. I priced a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring Skyactiv AT 4-door sedan with Fog Lights and Wheel Locks. The best price from one of their Certified Dealers was $17,954 and the dealership is located 69.4 miles away ... Read More

Mazda3

• Re: 2013 Modifications [bpizzuti]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Sep 12, 2012 7:32:27 AM

  I have no idea what Mazda intends on doing for the next Mazda3. I would not be surprised if it were a 2015 introduced in early 2014. That is what is happening with the 2014 Mazda6 (early 2013) and 2013 CX-5 (early 2012). What we do know is that we are at least a year away from any details.

Mazda 3 Transmission Problems

• Re: Mazda 3 2012 skyactiv faulty Manual Transmission [squiggly1]

  Written by: autonomous on Sep 12, 2012 2:13:24 AM

  spoke with a service manager from another dealership and they indicated there were no TSB on the vehicle You can also check online for similar complaints/problems from other drivers. There is a US government site called SaferCar.gov. It has a Search Complaints feature that allows one to find issues with a particular vehicle. Here is the summary of one complaint by a 2012 Mazda3 owner which sounds eerily similar to your ... Read More

Mazda3

• Re: 2013 Modifications [autonomous]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Sep 11, 2012 10:36:48 AM

  The next Mazda3 redesign will be the 2014-2015 model from what I have heard. The 2013 will look the same as the 2012, but with a variety of added equipment, some of which were features many complained it lacked on the i models for 2012. All of that has already been discussed already. Possible that Mazda is listening to forum members? I have heard nothing about a diesel for the Mazda3. ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 iTouring w/Skyactiv-G Lease Rates [ixis14]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 3, 2012 11:06:20 AM

  Hello Ixis14. Mazda's August lease program is scheduled to run through September 4th, so its new Sept. numbers won't be available until some time on the 5th at the earliest. Here's the August information for you for now to at least give you an idea of what you will be looking at. Mazda's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 Sedan ... Read More

• Re: Mazda3 i Touring 4-dr auto [balthazar9]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 3, 2012 10:46:48 AM

  Hey balthazar9. Chase's August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring Sedan with an automatic transmission and 15,000 miles per year are .00066 and 58%. The $1,500 dealer cash that Mazda is currently providing on '12 Mazda3 Sedans is not compatible with the aforementioned lease program. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Mazda 3 Transmission Problems

• Re: Mazda 3 2012 skyactiv faulty Manual Transmission [holidae]

  Written by: autonomous on Aug 21, 2012 8:34:35 AM

  06 mazda3s automatic and the transmission stopped working mid drive on 295 in new jersey.. just sort of downshifted and wouldn't go back up past 2nd gear Which engine does your car have? Is it the 2.3L? Regarding the downshifting, did the car do this automatically or were you shifting the gears? While the car was being serviced in the past did you or your mechanic note anything about the transmission? ... Read More

• Re: Mazda 3 2012 skyactiv faulty Manual Transmission [broz1]

  Written by: holidae on Aug 17, 2012 7:27:09 PM

  I have an 06 mazda3s automatic and the transmission stopped working mid drive on 295 in new jersey.. just sort of downshifted and wouldn't go back up past 2nd gear. Bought it new in 06 has 113k on it. Mazda tells me it will be almost 4,000 to get a rebuilt transmission but I should just probably buy a new car. I am very unimpressed. I drive a lot. I've owned ... Read More

Mazda3 Canada

• Re: Mazda3 Corrosion / Rust issues [speed07]

  Written by: autonomous on Aug 15, 2012 2:28:38 PM

  "mazda made me wait for a year and then some for rust corrosion issues sent the pictures off and waited then they come back saying no its over the 6 years cut off " 6 years? The Mazda Canada site states "2012 and older model years include a 60 Months / Unlimited Kilometers Perforation Warranty." If it is 60 months (i.e. 5 years) then your cut off would be October 2010. ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Mazda3 i Touring auto

  Written by: balthazar9 on Aug 15, 2012 8:24:25 AM

  Hi car_man, Can you tell me the residual value and money factor for a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring automatic in the Philadelphia area for 42 months/15000k per year? Also, I may purchase up to an additional 3000 miles upfront. Every dealer I talked to (Mazda, Subaru, Honda, etc) is charging me 10 cents a mile if I buy them upfront. It's 15 cents a mile at the end of contract. 10 ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Mazda3 i GT hatchback

  Written by: thedreamer on Aug 14, 2012 9:28:36 PM

  Got this brand new mazda last week at a dealer in MD. $21,863 plus doc tax tags with zero down and 0%APR for 60mos, no payment for 90 days. Did not get the loyalty incentive even though the fine print states "transferable within the household".

• Re: mazda3 i touring AT 2012 [ride_n_fly]

  Written by: juliankrye on Aug 10, 2012 10:17:59 AM

  Not sure of your location but they can definitely do better. I got an offer in writing of $19,800 OTD for Mazda 3 i Touring, HB Auto Transmission SkyActiv (MSRP 21,000). One of the dealer's question was whether I own a Mazda, and I do not. I think they can go lower than this though, I am in North Jersey, if you're in the area we can probably work together and ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 5dr Hb i Touring MT [zonecar]

  Written by: nakta139 on Aug 6, 2012 5:58:21 PM

  I just bought a silver Mazda 3 HB i touring AT for 22,000 OTD in FL. I think I did ok.

• Re: 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 5dr Hb i Touring MT [jhunterk]

  Written by: zonecar on Aug 4, 2012 9:42:37 PM

  What color did you bought? Can you please provide the dealership and agent name? I am in market for one very soon.

• Re: 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 i Sport good price? [bobgreen5s]

  Written by: djens1 on Jul 12, 2012 5:10:47 AM

  Depending on how much you drive, what the price difference may be, and your expected financing term, you may want to consider the iTouring w/Skyactiv. The fuel savings may make the monthly price of the touring pretty close to the Sport. Back to your question though, I would certainly think you COULD get a better price from them if they accepted your offer so readily. Now that they know you were ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 i Sport good price? [bobgreen5s]

  Written by: poetinsf on Jul 11, 2012 8:19:27 PM

  The car is soon to be one year old and you should be able to do better than a few bucks below invoice. Try Edmunds Dealer Quotes. Most of mine for 3i touring w/ skyactiv came at $700+ below invoice and I was able to negotiate $1100 below including the lender bonus. Except that the dealer reneged on $350 of that money, so I ended up with $750 below. The dealers ... Read More

• 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 i Sport good price?

  Written by: bobgreen5s on Jul 11, 2012 7:56:45 PM

  Hi, I recently emailed a dealer proposing to pay $17,700 (destination fees included) for a 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 i Sport (automatic). He pretty much immediately responded that he could do this price, despite it being $23 less than the invoice. Is this a good price? Could I do better? Thanks

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• 2012 MAZDA3 i Sport 4-Door Auto Lease question

  Written by: timmyb2 on Jul 9, 2012 7:21:26 PM

  Hi Car Man, Can you provide the residual value and money factor for a 2012 Mazda 3i Sport 4-door (automatic), with 10k miles per year for 3 years? Located in Boston, Mass. Thanks, Tim

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 5dr Hb i Touring MT [zoomzoomdollar]

  Written by: jhunterk on Jun 29, 2012 10:43:32 PM

  We just bought a Mazda3 HB iTouring AT for $18300 with an OTD price of $20110. Given your is a MT, I guess you still have some space to negotiate. We are in Northern California.

2012 Mazda3

• Re: how is the handling in snow and rain? 2012 skyactiv [zzzoom6]

  Written by: woochifer on Jun 25, 2012 1:12:30 PM

  "We have heard that older models don't like snow so much, but don't know about the current model." I would think that the performance in winter weather would also be greatly influenced by the tires. And if you're living in a cold weather area, you likely already switch out to winter tires during the snow months. The OEM Bridgestone Turanza EL400s that come with the Mazda3i are not very good in ... Read More

Mazda3

• First info on 2013 Mazda3 models

  Written by: woochifer on Jun 25, 2012 12:19:32 PM

  Cars.com's Kicking Tires blog has posted the first info on upcoming changes to the 2013 Mazda3. The biggest news is that Mazda will upgrade the 2.0L MZR drivetrain, currently found in the Mazda3i SV and Sport models, to the 2.0L Skyactiv. This is big news because up until this point, the lowest priced Mazda3 with the Skyactiv drivetrain started at ~$19.5k (including destination charge). The current 3i SV starts at ~$16k ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 5dr Hb i Touring MT

  Written by: zoomzoomdollar on Jun 22, 2012 9:15:05 PM

  Hello, in the process of negotiating with the dealer for a basic trim 3 hatch with manual trans. Sadly its been a few years since my last mazda so i dont qualify for the loyalty discount. Currently vehicle price is $18,600 with an OTD price of $20,000 even. I do qualify for the ford family member discount (a plan i think) so I would imagine i should be able to get ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: Car Man: 2012 Mazda 3i Touring w/ Bose Speakers and Moonroof [dfwguy2]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 21, 2012 5:06:04 PM

  Here you go dfwguy2. Mazda's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring Sedan with 15,000 miles per year in Texas are .00112 and 55%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: Mazda3 I touring 2012 in CNY [kukuchpa]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 21, 2012 5:04:02 PM

  Hi kukuchpa. Chase's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39-month lease of a 2012 Mazda 3 i Touring Hatchback with 10,000 miles per year in New York are .00066 and 56%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

2012 Mazda3

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 GS-SKY Sport - weak A/C [eljaycanuck]

  Written by: narillan on Jun 7, 2012 7:38:55 PM

  I got my 2012 Mazda 3i Touring with Skyactiv the last week of March. I've been loving the car. It's pulling great mileage and the a/c is awesome. It's been 90 degrees in Texas lately and the a/c is keeping up pretty well. I've had no complaints at all against the a/c. It drives wonderfully. My previous car was a 2000 Malibu so yeah. It doesn't even compare to this car. ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Mazda3 I touring 2012 in CNY

  Written by: kukuchpa on Jun 6, 2012 6:36:59 PM

  Hi Car-Man, Can you tell me the money factor and residual for 2012 Mazda 3 i touring Hatchback 10K/42 months in central New York area?? Thanks in advance.

• Re: Mazda 3 iTouring Sedan w/ Bose and Moonroof package in NY [whacked]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 5, 2012 6:07:13 PM

  Here's the information that you're looking for Mike. Chase's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring Sedan with 12,000 miles per year in your area are .00072 and 58%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Mazda3 Real World MPG

• Results from first 4 fill-ups 2012 Mazda3 iTouring HB 6MT

  Written by: k2q on Jun 5, 2012 1:35:17 PM

  I replaced my 2007 Mazda 3 sedan with a 2012 Mazda 3 hatchback with manual transmission a couple months ago. With my 2007 Mazda 3, I would routinely achieve 36-37 mpg during late spring and summer months so I figured I should be able to beat the sticker highway rating with my new car by around 2 mpg or so in similar driving. Here are my first four fill-ups: Miles driven: ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 S Grand Touring Sedan [crw7096]

  Written by: hum6l3 on May 28, 2012 6:00:29 PM

  where did you get the msrp of $25095? the msrp on the official mazda website is $22900 did you have some added options and didnt mention?

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 iTouring AT sedan [bill1000]

  Written by: bassec on May 25, 2012 7:25:33 AM

  Got it yesterday for $18,593 before TTL. Even got .9% financing with no money down. They managed to get an extra $250 from me by saying $250 mazda cash was included in the price and I couldn't take both the .9 and the mazda cash. I knew I was getting a great deal anyway so I didn't worry over it. My OTD price was $19,916 I believe. They offered me $3000 ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 iTouring AT sedan [bassec]

  Written by: bill1000 on May 24, 2012 11:48:15 AM

  OK. That price is still hard to believe. Please post how it goes as I am curious to see if they really get you out the door at that price. My guess is that at that price they are banking on you buying some additional iems like warranty, protective coating package, etc. I also assume you have no trade that could be distorting the real price of the new car. I ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Mazda3 S Grand Touring Sedan [crw7096]

  Written by: igozoomzoom on May 6, 2012 10:18:55 PM

  2012 Mazda3 s Grand Touring 4-door - $25,095 6-speed Manual Tech Pkg Here are the price quotes from three reputable sites- KBB- $23,067 Fair Purchase Price (includes $500 Loyalty) TrueCar.com- $22,534 Target Price (includes $500 Loyalty) Edmunds TMV- $23,441 with $500 Loyalty Cash I searched for all the cars meeting your specs within a 250-mile radius of Dallas, TX and, as you've already realized, they are few and far between! What ... Read More

• 2012 Mazda3 S Grand Touring Sedan

  Written by: crw7096 on May 6, 2012 2:57:32 PM

  I would like some input on where I should begin as to negotiating on a new Mazda3. I am looking at a 2012 Mazda3 S Grand Touring 6-speed manual. The MSRP is $25,095. The dealer has it on "special" for $23,995. Edmunds TMV is $23,941, basically spitting distance of the special price. My question is, how likely will the dealer be to drop the price another $500 since I currently own ... Read More

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Subaru Impreza Hatchback

• Re: mazda hatchback versus subaru impreza hatchback [carshopper56]

  Written by: wimchatta on Apr 12, 2012 11:24:03 PM

  Hi carshopper56, I test drove many cars including the 2012 Mazda 3 w/ Skyactiv and the 2012 Ford Focus, in addition to the Acura TSX SportsWagon, the BMW 328i and the Subaru Outback before deciding to get the 2012 Subaru Impreza. The Mazda did not feel as responsive from stop, though it is more refined at highway speeds. I found the visibility (blind spot coverage, etc.) on both the Focus and ... Read More

2012 Mazda3

• Re: 2012 is turning out to be a great year! [backy]

  Written by: m6user on Apr 5, 2012 4:00:57 PM

  And I believe the Corolla is EPA rated quite a bit lower than the new Mazda3. Makes one wonder what the Corolla would get if it had a very light 6spd auto like the Mazda does. mcdawgg was simply replying to a comment about the Corolla getting really poor MPG, which it obviously doesn't.

• 2012 is turning out to be a great year!

  Written by: autonomous on Apr 4, 2012 1:02:28 PM

  It looks like it will be a banner year for Mazda. Sales of many of its models (including the Mazda3) have dramatically increased. The SkyActiv models are being well received. Consumer Reports has raised its assessment of the brand as second best (Subaru being first). Kudos to the Mazda team!

Mazda 3 Transmission Problems

• Re: Anybody else having problems with 2012 Skyactiv MT? [dattomcat89]

  Written by: autonomous on Mar 19, 2012 3:05:33 PM

  I was considering getting a 2012 Skyactiv with manual trans, but after all the things I've been reading in this thread, I'm not so sure. Is anybody else having trouble with the new Skyactiv manual? Actually most of this thread does not deal with the Skyactiv which is brand new for 2012. Like you, though, I was concerned ... in my case because it is new. Many reliable manufacturers, including Toyota ... Read More

• Anybody else having problems with 2012 Skyactiv MT?

  Written by: dattomcat89 on Mar 19, 2012 11:56:12 AM

  My fiance's brother enjoys his 2010 Mazda3, so I was considering getting a 2012 Skyactiv with manual trans, but after all the things I've been reading in this thread, I'm not so sure. Is anybody else having trouble with the new Skyactiv manual? I'm not interested in having to change the gear oil or adopt an abnormal shifting style to be able to use the car, because I didn't have to ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: 2012 Mazda 3 I Touring and Grand Touring [igoral]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 13, 2012 5:08:35 PM

  Hi igoral. Mazda's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 non-R i Touring with 12,000 miles per year in your area are .00107 and 57%. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a Grand Touring are .00107 and 56%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Car Man - Lease information for Mazda3 i Touring Sedan

  Written by: mb80 on Feb 23, 2012 5:17:25 PM

  Car Man - can you please provide the money factor and residual for a 2012 Manual Transmission Mazda 3i Touring sedan (3 years, 12k miles/year)? Thanks!

• Re: Car Man: 2012 Mazda3 Hatchback [jeffkad]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 8, 2012 3:54:58 PM

  Hello jeffkad. Mazda's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 Hatchback Touring with 10,000 miles per year are .00093 and 60%, respectively for consumers who qualify for Chase's top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a 2012 Mazda3 Hatchback Grand Touring are .00093 and 59%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: Lease Information [28firefighter]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 8, 2012 3:51:18 PM

  Here you go 28firefighter. Mazda's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 i Touring Sedan with an automatic transmission and 12,000 miles per year in your area are .00107 and 58%, respectively for consumers who qualify for Chase's top credit tier. The residual value for an otherwise identical lease with only 10,000 miles per year would be 1% higher. Car_man Host ... Read More

Mazda3 Real World MPG

• Re: Beat This -- Range on Tank! [whobodym]

  Written by: shipo on Oct 6, 2011 6:51:28 AM

  Per the Press Release from Mazda earlier this week, it looks like one can (or at least will be able to) opt for a fairly well tarted up Mazda3 i GT with the SkyActiv-G motor; it remains to be seen if you can opt for all of the goodies one can order with the Mazda3 s GT (you know, things like dual-zone climate control and keyless entry/push-button start). http://www.insideline.com/mazda/mazda3/2012/2012-mazda-3-with-skyactiv-starts-at- -19245.html Full ... Read More

Mazda3

• Re: Prices [wzxchange]

  Written by: woochifer on Jan 24, 2012 5:36:28 PM

  MSRP as far as I know does not vary by region. Here's the link to Mazda's MSRP sheet. Keep in mind that the MSRP, as posted on current inventory, seems to have gone up by $350 since this price list was first drafted. Mazda3 2012 Price List The dealer price doesn't mean much because you don't know the value of the incentives that the dealer might be getting from Mazda at ... Read More

• Re: More Questions [wzxchange]

  Written by: woochifer on Jan 24, 2012 12:16:29 PM

  That price sounds like you're looking at the 3i SV model, which is a strippo price leader that only comes with a manual. It's on Mazda's website, but I've never seen one and my local dealer hasn't either. I think the 3i SV exists so that Mazda can quote a lower base price, but that doesn't mean that they will be easy to find. If you opt for the Skyactiv, you're ... Read More

• Re: More Questions [wzxchange]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Jan 24, 2012 10:58:22 AM

  The i Sport is about $16000 while the cheapest Touring is pushing $20000 MSRP of a 2012 Mazda3 i Sport automatic is roughly $18,350 and the Mazda3 i Touring (Skyactiv) is about $20,095. Where do you get $3,000 from? Mazda does have a $2,000 dealer cash incentive on "R" code Mazda3s, which there are very few, if any left. There is also a $750 delaer cash rebate on the Mazda3 i ... Read More

• More Questions

  Written by: wzxchange on Jan 23, 2012 8:32:42 PM

  Where I'm living right now, the difference between the i Sport and i Touring trims is about $3600, before even mentioning tax. The i Sport is about $16000 while the cheapest Touring is pushing $20000. Which makes me wonder if the additional MPG I might get from the Skyactiv engine is going to be spent on the initial purchase anyway. My biggest concern is that the worst-case scenario occurs: 2013 Mazda ... Read More

2012 Mazda3

• Re: Start Up Noise [m6user]

  Written by: chloebe on Jan 14, 2012 9:24:31 AM

  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

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: is it a good deal? [hatchbacklove]

  Written by: woochifer on Jan 13, 2012 5:51:40 PM

  "2012 Mazda3 i touring hatchback, automatic, $19,940 exclude tax and plate. $8000 down, 0 APR for 60 month. no other options. New York long island area. Is it a good deal? I'm not in a hurry to buy so please share any info. Thank you " Looks good after you factor in the finance charges, or lack thereof in your case. At least in my area, the Mazda3 does not get ... Read More

Mazda 3 Transmission Problems

• Re: Mazda 3 2010 Help with Recall of Clutch! [hphopsoldr]

  Written by: moogoogaipan on Jan 8, 2012 10:12:28 AM

  I do not know if it is normal or not, but I noticed 2nd gear (manual trans) is extremely touchy in my car (2012 mazda3 2.0l). I have to shift extremely slowly to get my shifter to slip smoothly into second gear. I have driven nothing but manuals for 16 years and this is the first time I have experienced this issue before. I had a Mazda dealership mechanic row through ... Read More

Mazda3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 MAZDA3 i Hatchback Touring Pricing [igozoomzoom]

  Written by: radius480 on Dec 31, 2011 2:10:31 PM

  19,400 is for 5 door automatic with no Options I touring. That isn't out the door either. I am in Oklahoma. But I have started looking out of state and saw in Texas these cars sell for 18,900. I think since we have 3 Mazda dealers here in OK the prices remain close and competitive.

2012 Mazda3

• Re: Subie & Mazda [aviboy97]

  Written by: autonomous on Dec 23, 2011 12:29:15 PM

  March is when our brand catches fire. We will have a great inventory of Mazda3's, 85% SKYACTIV, and we will go back to selling high volume of those. The CX-5 should be a hit, but we will see. Our best selling months are March-August. Very interesting. Thank the gods for the Mazda3; along with the Miata it seems to be holding up the Mazda brand. Is the latest Mazda6 selling enough ... Read More

• Re: Skyactiv 6MT [backy]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Dec 19, 2011 12:53:10 PM

  Backy- Thanks for your thoughts on the Mazda3 SKYACTIV 6-speed mtx. We have sold out of our 6-speeds and don't have any more for quite sometime. I have a subaru dealer in our dealer group and I have had some seat time in the 2012 Impreza and I came away both impressed and disappointed. Lemme explain... I think the car looks much, much better in person than in print. The interior ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: Mazda 3 lease 2012 I grand touring [damien7]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 18, 2011 4:51:17 PM

  Hi damien7. ALG is relatively expensive to purchase access to, plus it wouldn't necessarily be accurate for this car's lease program either. Chase publishes the lease program for Mazda vehicles and it is not required to use ALG's residual values, not to mention the fact that ALG would not be able to tell you what Mazda's money factors are like. Chase's December buy rate lease money factor and residual value for ... Read More

2012 Mazda3

• Re: Skyactiv 6MT [backy]

  Written by: bpizzuti on Dec 18, 2011 4:52:51 AM

  you sure about that rear legroom? I test drove the 2012 Impreza Sport Limited recently and the back seat is limo-sized compared to the Focus and Mazda3. Of course I'm a 6 footer and have to move the seat pretty far back. But I had to move it to the end of its travel in the Ford and Mazda, but there was still room to go back in the Subie, plus ... Read More

• Re: Happy 2012 i Touring Owner [m6user]

  Written by: shipo on Dec 15, 2011 11:28:22 AM

  "As far as the marketing decisions of Mazda goes, there are plenty of manufacturers that only have manual trannies in the base or entry type models. Mazda is certainly not alone in this and this trend did not happen overnight." Agreed, but if Mazda wants to become another Toyonda, then my current Mazda3 will be my last Mazda. The thing is, it is Mazda which went out of its way to ... Read More

• Re: Happy 2012 i Touring Owner [m6user]

  Written by: shipo on Dec 15, 2011 10:12:18 AM

  The first comment was directed specifically toward the person I was responding to. As for bad mouthing automatic transmissions in general, it's true I hate driving cars so equipped, but as a general rule I don't bad mouth them until someone says something like "if you try it you'll like it". Sorry, I won't, I've driven cars with the best automatics the industry has to offer and don't like them. The ... Read More

• Happy 2012 i Touring Owner

  Written by: rangermutt on Dec 15, 2011 7:17:19 AM

  We recently purchased a 2012 i Touring w/SkyActiv engine and auto tranny in Sky Blue Mica and could not be happier. Most of the miles have been in-town and we are getting north of 32 mpg. The only option I would like to have gotten would have been an automatic climate control but it was not available. For those of you carping about the availability of manual trannys and numerous options, ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: Mazda 3 Lease [dpodola]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 22, 2011 5:01:40 PM

  I'd be happy to help you out, dpodola. Mazda's November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 5-Door i Touring with 12,000 miles per year are .00173 and 61%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The residual value for a lease with only 10,000 miles per year would be 1% higher. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing ... Read More

2012 Mazda3

• 2014

  Written by: benjaminh on Nov 15, 2011 1:20:21 PM

  I read recently about Mazda's future product plans. Don't remember where and so I don't have a link to post, but this is what it said, fall of 2011, updated 2012 Mazda3 with Skyactiv spring of 2012, all new 2013 CX-5 fall of 2012, all new 2013 Mazda6 with Shinari styling and full Skyactiv c. summer to fall of 2013, all new 2014 Mazda3 with complete Skyactiv and the new styling... ... Read More

• Re: Revised fascia of 2012 Mazda3 [m6user]

  Written by: autonomous on Nov 15, 2011 10:01:03 AM

  hardly just members of the press. Thousands of comments on forums said the same thing. Agreed! Personally, I find the Kodo theme used on the fascia of Mazda's Shinari concept car spectacular. Here's hoping we see it in the major refresh of the 2013 Mazda3.

• Re: Revised fascia of 2012 Mazda3 [autonomous]

  Written by: m6user on Nov 14, 2011 3:45:12 PM

  Members of the press have beaten up Mazda on the "psychotic" grin of the Mazda3 It was hardly just members of the press. Thousands of comments on forums said the same thing. I never thought "the grin" was THAT bad but always thought they could have done a lot better the front end styling.

• Revised fascia of 2012 Mazda3

  Written by: autonomous on Nov 14, 2011 2:25:31 PM

  Members of the press have beaten up Mazda on the "psychotic" grin of the Mazda3. Now that the fascia has been redesigned, the initial commentary seems approving. When I recently saw the new Mazda3 and its "evolutionary" (i.e. small) change, my overall impression was that the front looked tamed and not as dramatic as the previous model. This is a bit of a surprise to me, as I was not a ... Read More

Mazda3 Lease Questions

• Re: Interested in 2012 3s GT lease rates [jodony1]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 9, 2011 4:32:27 PM

  Hi jodony1. Mazda's November buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 Mazda3 S Grand Touring with 12,000 miles per year are .00173 and 59%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 24-month lease are .00236 and 67%. If you were to lease with only 10,000 miles per year, this car's residual values would be ... Read More

2012 Mazda3

• another rave from autobytel

  Written by: benjaminh on Nov 8, 2011 2:18:02 AM

  2012 Mazda Mazda3 Skyactiv: Driving Impressions For all of the talk about the 2012 Mazda Mazda3 and the added efficiencies of the Skyactiv technologies, this car is still a blast to drive. Along some enjoyable roads just outside of L.A., we had the chance to check out both of the Skyactiv's new transmissions. First up, we grabbed some seat time in the Skyactiv-Drive automatic which delivered quick shifts in regular mode ... Read More

• mazda3 Automobile magazine

  Written by: benjaminh on Nov 7, 2011 7:39:10 PM

  2012 Mazda3 S Grand Touring Sedan The Mazda 3's new-for-2012 fascia is a welcome improvement. The 3 looks sharper and more mature now that the smiley-face designs are gone. On our tester, the gloss-black grille inserts contrast nicely with the bright-white paint. The most remarkable thing about Mazda vehicles is that they all truly embody the famous "Zoom-Zoom" advertising tagline. The stubby, direct shifter in this Mazda 3 feels like it ... Read More

• inside line on Mazda3

  Written by: benjaminh on Nov 7, 2011 2:59:56 PM

  It's a Complete Package Although the drivetrains are the main story on the 2012 Mazda 3, driving this car on back roads reminds us why it remains a favorite of ours in the compact car class. Even the i Touring trim, with workaday P205/55R16 Bridgestone Turanza EL400 tires, has exceptional grip and balance through corners. Power steering assist remains hydraulic (albeit with an electric motor driving the pump) and the steering ... Read More