Loved this car from the day I bought it
What can I say. From the day I drove it off the lot it just passes the gas stations by and is just a total joy to drive.
Can't Get Enough!
I went from a 1990 V8 Ford Mustang to this car. All I can say is WOW! Although there is a drop in horsepower from the Ford to the Mazda3, I hardly notice it. The car handles much better and the features can't be beat. The automatic transmission is fun to drive as well. I'm always looking for an excuse to drive my car. The fuel economy is so-so, but an improvement over my last vehicle. All-in-all, this is a must drive. The only gripes I have are that my right knee rests a little uncomfortably on the center console and the sun visors are too small.
- s Touring 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $2,995154 mi away
- s 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $4,999257 mi away
- s 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $2,950314 mi away
Fun To Drive ... Zoom Zoom*
I LOVE my Mazda3. It handles well for a car in this class, love the stereo controls and cruise control on the steering wheel. Seats are so comfy, huge glove box, tons of storage for bottles, maps, books, CD's, tapes, etc. Great stereo system. The exterior looks so cool. I have the Nordic green, it is almost a green/black color and I have seen people stop to look at my car on the highway. If my stupid neighbor didn't hit it 7 days after I bought it I would be even more happy with it. I will get it back from having it fixed and painted tomorrow, can't wait, I miss my baby. Anyway, if you have a choice in buying a economy car, this is luxury all the way for a car in this class!
Get a 3, forget the new Civic
After owning a 2006 Honda Civic EX coupe for just 4 months, I was very UNDERWHELMED by this vehicle. Fortunately, my local Mazda dealer was eager to sell me a new Mazda3 S Touring sedan. What a difference in vehicles! My 3 has much more pickup; has better visibility (I can actually see both the front and rear of the Mazda); and is great fun to drive! The Honda did get a few more miles-per-gallon, but I am getting even more SMILES-PER-GALLON in my new Mazda3.
Excellent car, minor improvements needed
The car is a joy to drive. Haven't had a chance to rev the engine yet since I'm under the 600 mile break-in period. The acceleration and braking are very good. The gas mileage could be a little better though especially when compared to the Honda Civic.