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5 out of 5 stars

A Best Kept Secret

Thrilled, 04/12/2009
2006 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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It has been 3 years, and it is one of the best decisions I ever made.Who would have thought that an inexpensive grocery-getter (which is why I bought it) would handle like a $30K-$40K car? It does not perform like a high end performance car because it is not supposed to. The 2.0 liter 4-banger is loads of fun because I can keep my foot in it if I want to play. For my normal commute I average 29-33 mpg mixed driving. on the Freeway, it's around 37 mpg. But the HANDLING!!! OMG! This has got to be one of the best-kept secrets in America! Would I like more power? Sure, but not at the cost of mpg. The fit and finish on this little gem is excellent. And for $18K out the door! I'm a happy camper.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Tire issues

KayakMazda, 07/05/2010
2006 Mazda 3 s 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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So I am having a similar problem, alignments off, and I am not rough on driving. The tires won't last long and I have gone with several brands, they still couple. (sp) I will say Dealership was great with belts and replacement pricing. That was Gainesville GA Mazda. Cheaper than my normal mechanic. shocking.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

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jeff, 12/27/2005
2006 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought this for my wife as a xmas present. Have not driven it too much -- about 300 miles, but I love this car. Fun to drive, fast, holds the road, great looks sporty. Have not found any flaws with it yet, not sure how the gas mileage will be. I’m sure if I kept my foot off the gas it would be about what they say, love the 2.3. Matched great with AT.

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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Car in its Class

Bryan, 12/27/2005
2006 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased a 2006 Mazda3 after looking at all of its competitors in its class. For the money I paid, I really feel like I got a steal. This is a fun car to drive and it looks and feels like I paid a lot more than I did. I highly recommend this car to anyone looking for a great car at a great price.

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5 out of 5 stars

2006 Mazda 3

Michele, 07/11/2010
2006 Mazda 3 s 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
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The driving of this car is great, handles curves very well and is all around a very fun car to drive. Gets great gas mileage. First Mazda we have owned but it wont be the last. I purchased this car from Gerald Jones Mazda in Augusta, Ga. and used Charlie Royal. He was impressed me with all the ins and outs of the car and made the process very easy. I highly recommend him and this dealership to any one looking for a new or used Mazda. I can definitely say it wont be our last Mazda.

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