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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great car

psymn, 01/21/2004
2004 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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We just bought a 3s for my wife to drive and we love it. The car is fun to drive and it looks great. Our's had a problem with the rear brakes initially, but it was resolved quickly.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Mazda3 s sedan, auto

Loramay, 09/02/2008
2004 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I just bought my 2004 Mazda3 s last week, but I've already driven it over 1000 miles on a trip. My first impression of the car was great, it's sleek and drives well. The only issues I've had with it are that the driver seat seems to be made for tall people with long arms. When I push the seat back so that your foot is a good distance from the pedals, I have to hold my arms out straight to hold the wheel. I also bought this car not realizing that the 2.3 L engine didn't get very good gas mileage. I was hoping to improve over my V6 mustang, but the mpg is only slightly better. But I like the way it drives, and I think it will be a great car for me.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fantastic vehicle

Johnboy, 04/21/2009
2004 Mazda 3 s 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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I found my 2004 Yellow Mazda3 Hatch at the dealership just calling out my name. The previous owner apparently wanted a MazdaSpeed3 and this was what they traded in. Mine is a 5-speed manual and extremely fun to drive and tour with. Great gas mileage helps me save on my commute to work, and to say that my car turns heads would be an understatement. The ONLY complaint I have on this vehicle is that the stock tires that come with it are HORRIBLE in adverse weather (snow and/or rain). Got 4 new tires and the difference is amazing. Only one issue in 2 years (seat belt sensor) was fixed immediately and has not reappeared.

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5 out of 5 stars

New Mazda 3i 4-Door

MatthewOesch, 01/21/2004
2004 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I just replaced my 2000 Hyundai Accent 4-Door with the new 2004 Mazda 3i 4- Door. I chose the Velocity Red with Black Cloth, loaded with features and 4- Speed tiptronic. Even with all of the features, my sticker was $18,030. One of my co-workers said it looks like a small BMW! I drive about 35 miles each way to work, and this car is comfortable- even for me at 6'3" plenty of legroom up front and just enough headroom- even with the sunroof! I highly recommend this car - I just hope you don't start seeing them all over the road so I can still stand out like I do now!

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5 out of 5 stars

This ain't your Fathers Protege

eriescott, 12/12/2003
2004 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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NOT like any entry level car you have ever driven. No other car comes close...@ $18,000 loaded this car is a steal. Many cars look the part...but this one delivers looks and performance. Mazda has hit a home run!

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