2025 Mazda 3

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The 2025 Mazda 3 strengths won't be found on a spec sheet — utility, fuel economy and drivability all fall around average, for instance. But the 3's distinctive style and refinement make it more enjoyable to drive and own than most other small sedans. You could say it's a bargain premium sedan.Read full review

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2025 Mazda 3 Sedan Review

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Pros

Premium interior design and materials
Confident handling makes it fun to drive
Available all-wheel drive
Quick acceleration with turbocharged engine

Cons

Mediocre legroom in the back seat
Less cargo capacity than other small cars

What's new

Entry-level 2.5 S trim now offered on hatchback models
Newly available Alexa Built-in voice assistant
Available onboard navigation now gets over-the-air updates
Part of the fourth Mazda 3 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

If you listen to your heart more than your head when purchasing a car, the Mazda 3 might be for you. Available as both a sedan and hatchback, this compact car is largely overshadowed by its competitors on paper. But it stands out in a few key areas: It's exciting to look at and drive. The Mazda 3's interior is another highlight because it uses higher-quality materials than you'd typically find in this class.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2025 Mazda 3 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A) 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 $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Edmunds spotlight: All of the Mazda 3's changes for 2025

For 2025, Mazda has made the base 2.5 S trim available with the hatchback body style. Additionally, 2.5 S Select Sport models and up receive a new Alexa Built-in AI voice assistant, which can control the temperature in your car or change the radio station via voice prompts. It can also connect to Alexa-powered smart devices in your home. Models equipped with Mazda's onboard navigation system will now get the most current map data through over-the-air updates.

Competitors to consider

The Mazda 3 competes with other compact sedans and hatchbacks on the market. If you're shopping for a car with a traditional trunk, you might also look at the Honda Civic sedan, Toyota Corolla sedan, Kia Forte, Hyundai Elantra, Volkswagen Jetta and Nissan Sentra. The Mazda 3's hatchback rivals include the Civic hatch and Subaru Impreza, and could also include hot hatches like the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Toyota GR Corolla if you're comparing them against the highest trim of the turbocharged Mazda 3.

What’s it like to live with?

We spent a year with a 2020 Mazda 3 sedan, and despite its lackluster non-turbo engine, the compact four-door left us impressed. We liked the upscale feel of the interior and cushiness of the seats. A few editors complained about the stiff ride and limited trunk space, but many found it to be a fine road-trip companion. Read our full thoughts on the Mazda 3 sedan here.

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Our Verdict

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7.7

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Performance

8/10

How does the 3 Sedan drive? Mazda has always prioritized excellent driving characteristics, and this Mazda 3 is no different. When the road stops being straight, the Mazda 3 delivers handling that is comfortable and confidence-inspiring. It feels balanced, changes directions readily and stays controlled around turns. The steering is quick and precise too.

The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder is eager and delivers smooth power from the onset, but it really gets going from the middle of the rev range. Merging onto freeways isn't a problem. In Edmunds' testing, our all-wheel-drive Mazda 3 sedan covered 0-60 mph in a reasonably quick 8.3 seconds.

Want more get-up-and-go? The optional turbocharged 2.5-liter engine certainly delivers, whittling the 0-60 mph time way down to 6.1 seconds in our track test of the hatchback. That's a whole new ballgame. It's refined too, with an abundance of thrust that's readily available. Just a gentle prod of the throttle enables easy passing and merging.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the 3 Sedan? Mazda has succeeded in delivering a sporty premium experience without sacrificing comfort. Credit goes to the supportive front seats and quiet cabin at highway speeds. It's not perfect, however. Our test car's air-conditioning system didn't seem sufficiently powerful, and some of our expert drivers found the seat's head restraint too intrusive.

The Mazda 3 is meant to be a sporty sedan, so it has a well-controlled suspension that limits body motion. While this makes for a comparatively stiffer ride, the suspension is still compliant and absorbs bumps and pavement irregularities quite well.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? Front passengers will enjoy their space, but taller drivers might wish the steering wheel telescoped out more. Rear legroom and headroom are below average, so the rear seating area can feel snug if the front occupants slide their seats back. That space, as well as rearward visibility, seems to have been sacrificed in the name of sleek styling.

While the Mazda 3 display screen lacks touchscreen functionality, the single-knob controller is intuitive. This controller-based interface is one of the best around. Nothing is complicated in this car. The controls and buttons are easy to see and understand. The setup doesn't take long to get used to, and once you do, a glance is all it takes to verify and select a function.

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Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? The Mazda 3's standard 8.8-inch infotainment screen and optional 10.25-inch screen both work well, though some of our editors thought the graphics are starting to look a little dated. And while we do like the single-knob controller, the lack of full-time touchscreen functionality ultimately hampers ease of use. More positively, the available Bose audio system, which is what we tested, sounds great.

Mazda's suite of advanced driver assist features is standard on all trims. Most of the aids work pretty well. But we have noticed that in heavy traffic, the adaptive cruise control can stop abruptly even when it's not strictly necessary.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? The Mazda 3 sedan's trunk is a little smaller than average for this class of vehicle. It does offer a wide loading area and the trunk is deep, but the wheelwells intrude and pinch down the width from each side. It's still useful, and the 60/40-split rear seatbacks fold down. Storage inside the cabin for small items is a little lacking.

The 3 isn't the best choice if you have small children. The child safety seat anchors are easy to find and clearly marked in each of the outboard rear seat positions. But larger rear-facing car seats are more apt to encroach on front passenger space because the Mazda 3 isn't as generous in rear legroom as its main rivals.

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Fuel Economy

7/10

How economical is the 3 Sedan? The EPA estimates the Mazda 3 sedan gets 31 mpg in combined city/highway driving with front-wheel drive or 30 mpg with all-wheel drive. Both figures are compared to rivals' ratings. However, we recorded 31.5 mpg on our mixed-driving evaluation route in our all-wheel-drive 3 sedan, which indicates the EPA's estimate is realistic.

Value

7.5/10

Is the 3 Sedan a good value? The value of the Mazda 3 lies in its premium look and feel. The interior panel gaps are tight, the controls don't feel flimsy, quality materials line the interior, and everything matches up. The only apparent wart is high-gloss black trim in the center console that attracts fingerprints and smudges. To be fair, this is a problem on many luxury cars too. You might pay a little more to get a Mazda 3 compared to rivals, but it's generally worth it, although the turbo model might seem overpriced next to the Hyundai Elantra N Line.

Wildcard

9/10

When driving the Mazda 3, the phrase "handles like a Mazda" comes to mind. It means that it's engaging, handles well, and is as fun to drive as its stablemates. Place the transmission in Sport mode, leave it there, then go out into a fun, twisty road and you'll develop an ear-to-ear grin in no time. Consumers who want a sporty, luxurious automobile but don't want to pay outrageous luxury marque prices will find the Mazda 3 very appealing. Just keep an eye on the bottom line if you opt for the turbo engine since there are many performance-oriented rivals available for the same money or less.

Which 3 does Edmunds recommend?

For our money, the 2.5 S with Select Sport package offers the best bang for the buck. The Select Sport doesn't cost much more than the base model but gets you more attractive 18-inch wheels, synthetic leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, hands-free keyless entry and more. The 2.5-liter under the hood is also pretty gutsy for a naturally aspirated four-cylinder and should provide adequate thrust for most commutes.

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Ione, 03/28/2022

2022 Mazda 3 Select 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

I have the Mazda3 2.5S hatchback Select trim in platinum quartz metallic. This is a really beautiful car that looks and feels much more expensive than it actually is. It is fun to drive, has lots of power for a car of its size, and makes my daily commute pleasurable. Only two downsides I can think of. First, the backseat is pretty cramped, but not such an issue for me since I don't have …

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Ontheroad, 03/22/2022

2022 Mazda 3 Preferred 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

Though I've only had my car for one week, I am in love. I have always been a auto enthusiast, spending hours watching videos and scouring the internet for both professional and lay reviews of automobiles from makes A to Z. Before deciding on this vehicle, most of my research kept pointing to Mazda. Over and over again, this company scored high in almost every category that really …

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2022 Mazda 3 Premium 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)

First off, love this car! It has style, class, engagement and you don’t see many of them. My black-on-black hatch in particular looks way more exotic than anything from the other comparable brands. Can take it to meet a client where a Civic or Corolla would look “cheap.” This is a second vehicle, we also have a CX-5 for family duty. Cross shopped the civic manuals for this car, which …

Great Commuter - Prior Model Seemed Better

MazdaDash, 09/18/2022

2022 Mazda 3 Premium 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)

I bought a 2022 Mazda 3 2.5 FWD Sedan in Premium trim back in February of 2022 for use as a commuter. I had previously owned a 2014 Mazda 3 2.5L Grand Touring for this purpose. Car is very nicely equipped and looks great given the price point. Very good in traffic and quick enough with the 2.5 naturally aspirated (didn’t opt for turbo). The combination of the 2.5 engine with the … reliable 6 speed transmission is perfectly matched for this car for most people, and will deliver a satisfying performance experience. Overall decent gas mileage as well on longer highway runs - better than the 2014 I had with the same engine and transmission. Generally happy with the vehicle and was able to get one vs a new Civic (cross-shopped these), which were unavailable at dealerships when I was looking/or with high markup. I had owned the previous body style and while the new car looks more upscale, the older version seems to have had a slightly better ride and performance. Not enough difference, however, to say the new model isn’t great and the upgrade was worth it. Having lived with the car now 7 months, some minor negatives to consider are as follows if you are considering this car. It is a bit loud inside (which is typical of Mazda), although it seems a little louder than previous model to me. I had expected it to be quieter. Ride is a bit rough imo with lots of road noise coming from expansion joints and road variance, and the wind seems to blow the car around a bit on the road. This could be the OEM tires though, and changing tires might improve this behavior. Wind noise coming into the cabin can be a bit much during higher wind days and any cross-winds on the highway cause an odd noise at the top of the driver’s side door (seems to flex this area blowing under the seal). From what I read, I did expect noise and ride to be improved over the previous model but it doesn’t seem to be the case. Other items that could be improved are placement of the cup holders and the infotainment/navigation. The cup holders in the new iteration are placed too far forward under the climate control-dash overhang and somewhat difficult to use (esp if cup is larger). The new infotainment is great overall and I like the simple Mazda interface and the I find the common knob to be great (no issue for me without touch screen). The issues I’ve had are quirkiness with Apple Car Play (poor quality transcription of texts, sometimes commands on the screen are unavailable for no reason - cannot be selected). Also the navigation always seemed slightly off and as a result the street sign recognition/speed limit is often incorrectly displayed on the dash and heads-up. For example, on an interstate, the system will often show the frontage road speed limit instead. I have had the system reset/reloaded but with no correction on this. I have another newer model Mazda (CX-9) that does not do this and tracks accurately. Finally, the front lower fascia seems easier to scuff on curbs than the 2014 I had, so have some touch-up paint on hand and be cautious parking. Other than these minor items the car has been great overall for my intended purpose. All-in-all the vehicle is great, however, the outgoing model may have actually been slightly better. That could be because I had higher expectations with respect to interior noise with the newer interior (Mazdas except for the CX-9 have always had somewhat higher interior noise to me). I also expected the ride to be slightly improved given they had moved away some from performance to increasing luxury. This doesn’t seem to be the case. Before buying I would recommend driving some of the other cars in this class to be sure and also trying to do a longer highway drive to ensure you are okay with the noise quirks of this car.

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2025 Mazda 3 Features & Specs

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

2.5 S

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$23,950
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	31 MPG
Cost to Drive	$117/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the 3 include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Good
Side Impact Test – Original	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated	Good
Roof Strength Test	Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Not Tested

FAQ

Is the Mazda 3 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 3 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 3 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 36 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 3 has 13.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Mazda 3. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Mazda 3?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Mazda 3:

Entry-level 2.5 S trim now offered on hatchback models
Newly available Alexa Built-in voice assistant
Available onboard navigation now gets over-the-air updates
Part of the fourth Mazda 3 generation introduced for 2019

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Is the Mazda 3 reliable?

To determine whether the Mazda 3 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 3. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 3's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Mazda 3 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Mazda 3 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 3 and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 3 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 36 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 3 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Mazda 3?

The least-expensive 2025 Mazda 3 is the 2025 Mazda 3 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $23,950.

Other versions include:

2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A) which starts at $23,950
2.5 S Select Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A) which starts at $24,690
2.5 S Preferred 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A) which starts at $26,340
2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A) which starts at $29,410
2.5 Carbon Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A) which starts at $32,100
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A) which starts at $35,800

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What are the different models of Mazda 3?

If you're interested in the Mazda 3, the next question is, which 3 model is right for you? 3 variants include 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A), 2.5 S Select Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A), 2.5 S Preferred 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A), and 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A). For a full list of 3 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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