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So Far So Good
Matt, 01/15/2010
2006 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The exterior look of the car is about average for an economy car. I think its a tad nicer looking than the civic and corolla. I test drove all three, and walked away with Mazda as the clear front runner. I would imagine that a Civic will typically be more reliable way down the road than the 3, but we will find out. The 3 feels sturdy (corolla did not) and it has more get-go than the civic had. I was in a car accident(vs a Trailer truck) last winter and the car appears to have recovered nicely and I'm alive to talk about it. If you are looking for an economy car, give the 3 a shot.
Another Great Mazda
Barney, 08/26/2010
2006 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had a bushel of mazda's over the years and this is the best hatchback yet. So much fun to drive. Never been to the shop for more than tires. Plenty of power, better than 30 mpg average, a ton of room, wicked reliable.
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Don Bell, 01/04/2017
2006 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in January 2015 so I have now owned it for 2 years and feel it deserves a good review. I paid $3800 for it when it had 128000 miles. Now I have 154000 miles and haven't had many repairs at all. I had a transmission sensor that needed to be replaced which was only $40 and an o2 sensor that was only $20. Also had a strut mount break (aluminum which is known for breaking), which was partly my fault for going over railroad tracks too fast. It runs great and shifts good and has plenty of get up and go when you need it. Front row is very comfortable, rear seats are good once you get in, getting in and out of the back can be somewhat difficult. Overall great car and highly recommended!!
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Get one!
caitshappy, 12/16/2009
2006 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Entry level sport sedan that has all the options of BMW or Lexus, without the price or maintenance issues. Handles like a true sports car. Average 25 mpg with 30 hwy. Road noise is an issue but with proper tire choice you can reduce the noise. Super smooth gear box and clutch with outstanding disc brakes on all corners. The grand touring is a must as it has all options and is inexpensive. I don't believe in buying strip models as they are a dime a dozen and resale is poor. Mine is a 06 grand touring with 18,000 original miles. I paid 13.500 in n. California. Research your vehicle and then buy a lot of car for cheap.
Outstanding Car
OC, 04/21/2008
2006 Mazda 3 s 4dr Hatchback (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this in July 06 to replace a gas guzzling Pathfinder. We had 1 Mazda before, an older Protege 5. This does not get the mileage the Pro 5 got (31/35), but that was also underpowered and the M3 has the bigger engine. We have the manual with the moonroof. I put an iPod module in it, and to my surprise you can run the iPod off the steering wheel. We drive a lot, and it's very comfortable on long rides. No road noise, handles great in good and bad weather (Good in New England snow too). If you're worried about safetly don't be. My wife has been hit 3 times and this car is rock solid, surprising for a small car. All in all, very very dependable sporty car. Buy one!