1994 Mazda MX-3 Review
1994 Mazda MX-3 Review
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Base model gets more power, and a passenger airbag is added. ABS can be ordered on base models for the first time. Can't get ABS on GS with automatic transmission. Base cars can be equipped with power sunroof. Both models get new wheels.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1994 Mazda MX-3 GS 2dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.18 per gallon for regular unleaded in Oklahoma.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Oklahoma
$175/mo for MX-3 GS
MX-3 GS
vs
$157/mo
Avg. Compact Car
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5 star(70%)
4 star(24%)
3 star(2%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(0%)
37 reviews
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4.88 out of 5 stars
Reliable, Cheap maintenance, motivating to drive....
mikeetown, 01/31/2013
1993 Mazda MX-3 GS 2dr Hatchback
The 1.8 V6 isn't very powerful but it has a very smooth and steady climb in the RPM's all the way to its 7000rpm redline.
When it comes to windy roads, this car is very fast!!
The engines small displacement and smooth feel all the way to the redline gives the driver the confidence that the engine can surely take a beating.
Mine has 289,000km of hitting the redline every day and no … problems.
I change the oil evry 5 months or 5000kms though using the reccomended 10w30.
The only Mazda MX-3 V6 I would avoid is an automatic one.
The auto could not handle the power of the V6 and usually doesnt last.
The 5 speed lasts forever provided u change the gear oil every 2 years (only costs 45$)
4.88 out of 5 stars
Still running at 17 years old
GGCAN, 09/26/2010
1993 Mazda MX-3 2dr Hatchback
I purchased this car used in 1999 with 104,000 km and it was the 4 cyl. At that time I didn't have a lot of money for a car as I had just taken out a mortgage and needed a car. I am not sorry for this purchase, as the car has lasted me until now September 2010 and is now showing it's age and I am replacing it. I've pretty much driven it into the ground and other than maintenance, had … not put money into any repairs...it's been very dependable.
3.13 out of 5 stars
Mazda Mx3
rl88, 10/22/2004
1993 Mazda MX-3 GS 2dr Hatchback
I have all power options, the pw broke
on me, i also had to change the
tranny, the engine is still strong, I
can't seem to beat other v6 cars off
the line but then when around 40 KM
you feel that you are flying and it
doesn't stop accelerating, it's an
OKAY car. If you are looking for a
nice 2 door V6, get a accord or
solara, it's the same on gas, actually
probably … better.
4.63 out of 5 stars
Great Car!
bengalbrad, 01/28/2013
1994 Mazda MX-3 GS 2dr Hatchback
I bought this car 5 years ago and it had over 140,000 miles on it.
I have never had a serious problem with it.
it's so much fun to drive.
I highly recommend it to anyone.
Great value, very reliable and great design.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1994 Mazda MX-3, so we've included reviews for other years of the MX-3 since its last redesign.
1994 MX-3 Highlights
GS
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $175/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 8.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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