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  • 106,813 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use
    4cyl Manual
    Newport Motors (Las Vegas, NV)
    • Upgraded Engine
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    Located in Las Vegas, NV / 2,055 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Check out this 2006 Mazda Mazda3 i. Its Manual transmission and Gas I4 2.0L/122 engine will keep you going. This Mazda Mazda3 features the following o...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12G761433224
    Stock: B13196R
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-13-2023

  • $2,950
    great price
    $2,632 Below Market
    158,389 miles
    1 Accident, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Woodbridge Public Auto Auction (Woodbridge, VA)
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    Located in Woodbridge, VA / 28 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    LOADED WITH VALUE! Comes equipped with: Air Conditioning. This Mazda Mazda3 also includes Clock, Tachometer, Telescoping Steering Wheel, Power Windows...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12F771646909
    Stock: 135695
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-23-2023

  • $5,495
    fair price
    $359 Below Market
    120,076 miles
    1 Accident, 4 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Cincinnati Used Auto Sales (Cincinnati, OH)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Cincinnati, OH / 367 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    THIS 2007 MAZDA 3 TOURING IS IN GOOD CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT! THIS VEHICLE INCLUDES A 3 MONTH/4500 MILE WARRANTY! ASK ABOUT OUR GREAT FINANCE OPTIONS...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK32F271668568
    Stock: 15516
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 138,338 miles
    No accidents, 5 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Manual
    Kiefer Mazda (Eugene, OR)
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    Located in Eugene, OR / 2,354 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    EPA 32 MPG Hwy/25 MPG City! Mazda3 s trim Rally White exterior and Black/Blue interior. Automobile Magazine All-Star CD Player SPORT PKG Aluminum ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK123151261056
    Stock: FM4834A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-27-2023

  • $4,995
    fair price
    $363 Above Market
    169,933 miles
    No accidents, 4 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Bristol Auto Mall (Levittown, PA)
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    Located in Levittown, PA / 160 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    *.E-Z FINANCE Everyone Approved* *Bad Credit No Problem A Job Is Your Credit* *For fast loan approval click FINANCING at www.bristollautomall.com* *AL...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323451220934
    Stock: 9644
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-22-2023

  • 138,107 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Jacob's Auto Sales (West Bridgewater, MA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
    • Aux Audio Inputs
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    Located in West Bridgewater, MA / 398 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Check out this Great running Mazda! Call today to schedule a test drive. This vehicle comes equipped with economical 4 Cyl engine, auto transmission, ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK324771654714
    Stock: 654714
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-24-2023

  • 142,576 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Beach Blvd Automotive (Jacksonville, FL)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Jacksonville, FL / 647 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    WARRANTY LEATHER SUNROOF 4CYL AT A/C BUY HERE PAY HERE FINANCING AVAILABLE ON OVER 250 VEHICLES! KING OF DEALERS! MILITARY DISCOUNT! HUGE SAVINGS!! W...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK344X71764198
    Stock: VIN4198
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • 122,645 miles
    1 Accident, 4 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    AutoNation Honda 104 (Westminster, CO)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Westminster, CO / 1,464 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Pwr Sliding Moonroof; In-Dash 6-Disc CD Changer & Bose Audio Pkg Sun/Moonroof Leather Seats Sirius Satellite Radio Rear Wing Spoiler Rear Spoiler Soli...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323871637573
    Stock: 71637573
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-16-2023

  • Price Drop
    160,904 miles
    1 Accident, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Metro Kia of Madison (Madison, WI)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Madison, WI / 676 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Recent Arrival! CARFAX One-Owner. 2007 Mazda Mazda3 s Grand Touring 4D Sedan 2.3L 4-Cylinder SMPI DOHC 5-Speed Manual with Overdrive FWD Galaxy Gray M...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323571646179
    Stock: 71646179
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-12-2023

  • $8,295
    fair price
    $810 Below Market
    58,512 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use
    4cyl Automatic
    Pro Care Auto Sales (Cumming, GA)
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    Located in Cumming, GA / 497 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Family friendly, Drives great, Arctic cold a/c, Non-smoker owner, Vehicle Runs Well, Smooth ride, Great first rideFINANCING IS AVAILABLE. SUBMIT YOUR ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12F861441100
    Stock: 441100
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-05-2022

  • $2,995
    fair price
    $2,058 Below Market
    195,314 miles
    1 Accident, 7 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Virginia Fine Cars (Chantilly, VA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Upgraded Engine
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    Located in Chantilly, VA / 8 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    RUNS GOOD - Inside outside clean - passenger door has minor damage ( it’s on the picture) Virginia state inspection and emissions

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK32FX81119024
    Stock: 119024
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-26-2023

  • $4,995
    good price
    $760 Below Market
    128,000 miles
    1 Accident, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    North County Auto Sales (Escondido, CA)
    • Upgraded Engine
    • Rear Bench Seats
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    Located in Escondido, CA / 2,231 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2006 MAZDA 3 I with only 182k Miles. Clean and Smogged. Perfect commuter. Financing available for qualified customers.

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12G161490860
    Stock: 490860
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-14-2023

  • $4,000
    fair price
    $35 Below Market
    162,857 miles
    1 Accident, 5 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Popular Imports (Gainesville, FL)
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    Located in Gainesville, FL / 702 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    This vehicle is at 862 SR-20 W, Interlachen, FL 32148. If you have any questions or would like to set up a test drive appointment, please CALL Juan at...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK12FX61416649
    Stock: 416649
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-22-2022

  • 95,572 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Corporate fleet vehicle
    4cyl Automatic
    Automotive Specialties (Spokane, WA)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Spokane, WA / 2,067 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Automotive Specialties has a wide selection of exceptional pre-owned vehicles to choose from, including this 2008 Mazda Mazda3. A Mazda with as few mi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343X81177315
    Stock: P81177315
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-03-2023

  • 125,165 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use
    4cyl Automatic
    Kiefer Mazda (Eugene, OR)
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    • Aux Audio Inputs
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    Located in Eugene, OR / 2,354 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Sunlight Silver Metallic exterior and Black interior Mazda3 Sport *Ltd Avail* trim. EPA 31 MPG Hwy/23 MPG City! CD Player ABS FRONT SIDE-IMPACT AIR...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    26 Combined MPG (23 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK32F981860569
    Stock: FM4855A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-10-2023

  • New Listing
    168,407 miles
    No accidents, 6 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Baron Elite Warehouse Auto Sales (Upland, CA)
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    Located in Upland, CA / 2,238 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    *2006 Mazda 3 Mazda 3 5 Speed Manual (Leaking Rear Main Seal) Previous Owner States that recent maintenance includes; Replacement Clutch, Starter, Alt...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK323161520612
    Stock: 520612
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-19-2023

  • 152,198 miles
    No accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    APX Auto Brokers (Edmonds, WA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Edmonds, WA / 2,296 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    2004 MAZDA MAZDA 3 Automatic Transmission Local Trade, Clean Title, Automatic Transmission, Well Maintained, Fuel Efficient, Steering Wheel Audio Cont...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK143641202788
    Stock: 71501411
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-26-2023

  • 110,000 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    T Car Care (Philadelphia, PA)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Philadelphia, PA / 150 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Just in a 2006 Mazda 3 S Hatchback with only 110,000 original miles. Clean title 1 Owner no accidents car. Car just serviced and runs and drives well....

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343661456533
    Stock: 456533
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-09-2023

  • 160,340 miles
    No accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use only
    4cyl Manual
    Alpine Motors (Milwaukie, OR)
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Milwaukie, OR / 2,320 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    CLEAN TITLE 160K MILES MANUAL TRANSMISSION RUNS & DRIVES GREAT!!! SUPER CLEAN INSIDE & OUT!! REGULARLY MAINTAINED W/ 23 SERVICE RECORDS & ONLY 2 PREVI...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343461410098
    Stock: M60013N
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-28-2023

  • 89,100 miles
    No accidents, 4 Owners, Personal use
    4cyl Automatic
    Matrix Autos (Grand Rapids, MI)
    • Heated seats
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Grand Rapids, MI / 501 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    Clean title 2006 Mazda3 2.3L I-4 FWD with only 89k miles! Loaded with features like heated leather seats, cruise control, automatic wipers, sunroof, t...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK343461480698
    Stock: 2023209
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-16-2023

  • 132,984 miles
    No accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only
    4cyl Automatic
    Sensible Choice Auto Sales (Longwood, FL)
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    Located in Longwood, FL / 747 miles away from Ashburn, VA

    ONLY ONE PREVIOUS OWNER! WE BUY CARS! CASH! WE TAKE TRADE INS! TOP DOLLAR! ASK ABOUT OUR FREE 90 DAY WARRANTY! Available for almost all of our vehicle...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BK123241125341
    Stock: C9189
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 09-08-2023

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Consumer Reviews for the Mazda 3

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5 out of 5 stars

The little Mazda that could

Ray Guarino, 04/02/2016
2006 Mazda 3 i 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
I'm leaving my original review below (followed by the stars) as I still believe and stand by everything I've written about this car in the past. Now, in 2020 with 101,000 miles on the clock I've changed the upper motor mount and had the rusted exhaust hanger rods replaced and the car has been trouble free as always. I'm a little remiss in saying that I recently committed to buying a … Toyota FJ and will be selling the Mazda. Finding a buyer who wants a car with a 5 speed transmission is getting harder these days, but whoever scoops it up is going to get themselves one hellova great used car. The source of the PO171 lean code was found to be one of the plastic EVAP lines that's at the front of the engine. A new replacement couldn't be found, so a judicious application of sealant was applied to the outer sealing edge to prevent air from being ingested and the code hasn't returned in over a year. The engine is still running like new, with no oil consumption or other issues causing a loss of confidence in this fine powerplant. Two years ago I changed all of the cooling hoses and thermostat as a matter of routine maintenance, but to get at the PCV valve the plastic intake manifold needed to be removed since the valve is mounted to the engine block and can't be accessed any other way-I think that's a pretty poor design that came from the Ford camp. ***I'm not quite sure if I would have been as happy with a lower level of trim, but since my concern was having a dedicated onboard GPS system as opposed to an add-on unit I found myself having to purchase my Mazda 3 with the Grand Touring option package. I thought leather seats (heated) were a waste of money until I used them for a while, then i found the material quality and heat feature to be worth the cost. The upgraded Bose audio system is superb, out performing sound systems in many costlier cars I've been in. The four cylinder engine performs flawlessly and although it isn't the most powerful plant on the market it is adequate for the size of the Mazda 3, only being taxed when climbing long inclines. My car is equipped with the standard 5 speed manual transmission so I can't speak to how the 2.3L engine performs when backed by an automatic transmission. My only complaint about the powertrain is that the hydraulic clutch is too soft for my taste. Having other manual transmission cars with conventional and cable actuated clutches presents no problems for me, but after having owned my 3 since new in 2006 I STILL occasionally stall the car when coming off the clutch from a dead stop, making me feel like a newbie (which I certainly am not). Above all, the BEST feature of this car, and another one I thought would be insignificant, are the rain sensing windshield wipers. A friend had told me that this feature on his BMW seems to think faster than he does, actuating the wipers when a truck splashed him in traffic. I didn't quite believe this until it happened to me, and I'll be damned, those wipers really DO come on at high speed just as your brain tells you to hit the switch. Having this feature in an economy classed car is fantastic, and needless to say I've been spoiled now and want these wipers in every car I own from here on. I've driven 85,000 event free miles in my Mazda 3 with only oil changes, front struts and tire replacements in those miles. The front struts needed replacement around 50k along with the lower control arms, which I thought were worn out way too early. Shortly following those repairs the car needed rear brakes, and I changed the fine wire spark plugs at that time also because I feel weird letting them go to 100,000 miles. Recently the car needed lower control arms again, and something in the rear of the car is making a clunking noise over bumps that was traced to a worn sway bar mount. The car has developed a nasty habit of randomly setting a P0171 (lean fuel trim) code that I haven't been able to track down, but the car drives and performs well otherwise. Overall this car is a solid performer, handling and braking very nicely, and returning great gas mileage when driven on the highway. As with the other Asian cars in my household I'm dismayed to find the rubber products like engine mounts and suspension components wearing too quickly, but guess this is how money is saved in the long run by car companies. Buy a Mazda 3 and enjoy ease of parking, a decent hauling capacity, and the Zoom Zoom thrill of driving excitement while your money stays in your pocket as you avoid expensive repair costs.
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