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  • New Listing
    • 212,050 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 28 City / 39 Hwy MPG
    • Jim Butner Auto Group (197 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
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    Located in Clarksville, IN / 197 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Welcome to Jim Butner Auto Group, your trusted partner in automotive excellence Since 1955. At #TeamJBA, we're committed to delivering top-quality ser...

    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:

    32 Combined MPG (28 City/39 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BM1W38F1229291
    Stock: RJ25076
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-13-2025

  • $6,995
    great price
    $2,641 below market
    • 131,000 miles
    • 1 accident, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 30 City / 41 Hwy MPG
    • ICars Imports (101 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
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    Located in Fairfield, OH / 101 miles away from Columbus, OH

    2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport -- GREAT COMMUTE CAR -- DRIVES GREAT -- CLEAN INTERIOR MOST OF OUR VEHICLES ARE OF GREAT QUALITY, HAND PICKED, ONE OWNER IN ...

    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:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BM1U71G1309359
    Stock: 5237
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 12-07-2024

  • $14,490
    great price
    $570 below market
    • 117,109 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 25 City / 33 Hwy MPG
    • Premium Motors (6 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Reynoldsburg, OH / 6 miles away from Columbus, OH

    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:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/33 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPBDM8L1171560
    Stock: 11925
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $14,500
    good price
    $2,292 below market
    • 65,239 miles
    • No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Scott C's Auto Sales (173 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Connellsville, PA / 173 miles away from Columbus, OH

    ABOUT THIS VEHICLE Clean CARFAX. Odometer is 15787 miles below market average! 27/36 City/Highway MPGAt Scott C's Auto Sales - Connellsville, we striv...

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1V33JM222157
    Stock: P5132A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-01-2025

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    $19,852
    great price
    $1,559 below market
    • 33,571 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 27 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Hertz Rental Cars (146 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Detroit, MI / 146 miles away from Columbus, OH

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPACM6RM415372
    Stock: 16407221
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-16-2025

  • Price Drop
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    $19,923
    great price
    $1,486 below market
    • 33,614 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, rental vehicle
    • 27 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Hertz Rental Cars (146 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Detroit, MI / 146 miles away from Columbus, OH

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPACM7RM415042
    Stock: 16407232
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-12-2025

  • $19,799
    fair price
    $258 below market
    • 55,181 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, rental vehicle
    • 28 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Enterprise Car Sales (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Kentwood, MI / 243 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Transfer of vehicle from another location to your neighborhood Enterprise Car Sales may require payment of a non-refundable transfer fee to begin the ...

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (28 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPABM6PM359061
    Stock: 7WXF5T
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-17-2025

  • $19,799
    fair price
    $232 above market
    • 56,488 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, rental vehicle
    • 28 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Enterprise Car Sales (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Pelham, AL / 513 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Transfer of vehicle from another location to your neighborhood Enterprise Car Sales may require payment of a non-refundable transfer fee to begin the ...

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (28 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPABM2PM358215
    Stock: 7W04F3
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-22-2025

  • $11,487
    good price
    $1,352 below market
    • 81,460 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 30 City / 41 Hwy MPG
    • Patriot Auto Mart (86 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in South Lebanon, OH / 86 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Looking for a sporty compact car that offers great gas mileage and a stylish interior? This 2016 Mazda MAZDA3 i checks all the boxes. Powered by a 2.0...

    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:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBM1V70GM261884
    Stock: U977
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-23-2025

  • $10,999
    good price
    $2,200 below market
    • 97,851 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Cincinnati Automotive Group Inc (82 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Lebanon, OH / 82 miles away from Columbus, OH

    **Service Contracts from 3 months to 48 months ** **Financing Available with over 40 lenders** **SHIPPING AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE** For more information,...

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1V33JM160159
    Stock: 160159
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-28-2025

  • Price Drop
    $18,750
    good price
    $2,356 below market
    • 21,409 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • Toothman and Sowers Ford (148 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Whitehall, WV / 148 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Includes a 10 yr 100,000 limited powertrain warranty, LEATHER SEATS!, HEATED SEATS!, REARVIEW CAMERA!, BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY!, CRUISE CONTROL!, Air ...

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPADL3M1342685
    Stock: A2859
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-01-2025

  • Price Drop
    $18,766
    good price
    $1,421 below market
    • 49,939 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 28 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Driveway (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Temecula, CA / 1,936 miles away from Columbus, OH

    CarFax No Accidents Reported,CarFax 1-Owner,Rare Find,Apple CarPlay,Back-Up Camera,Blind Spot Monitor,Bluetooth,Brake Assist,Keyless Start,Lane Keepin...

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (28 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPABM6PM359366
    Stock: PM359366PR
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • Price Drop
    $15,400
    good price
    $1,299 below market
    • 68,119 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Diehl Honda of Massillon (90 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Massillon, OH / 90 miles away from Columbus, OH

    **Clean Carfax**, **Premium Wheels, **Backup Camera**, **Blind Spot Detection**, **Bluetooth**, **Heated Seats**, **One Owner**, **Sunroof**, *Bose Au...

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1W32JM165142
    Stock: WH2762A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-03-2025

  • New Listing
    $21,164
    good price
    $1,364 below market
    • 20,557 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, rental vehicle
    • 27 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Carvana (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Seattle, WA / 2,009 miles away from Columbus, OH

    At Carvana, we go miles beyond the extra mile. That's why we provide you with a convenient, fast, and hassle-free car buying experience that puts you ...

    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: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPACM0RM412984
    Stock: 2003805087
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-10-2025

  • Price Drop
    $20,977
    good price
    $1,031 below market
    • 22,185 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 25 City / 33 Hwy MPG
    • NorthStar Buick GMC (152 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Zelienople, PA / 152 miles away from Columbus, OH

    Soul Red Crystal Metallic exterior and Black interior. Heated Leather Seats, Sunroof, Back-Up Camera, All Wheel Drive, SOUL RED METALLIC PAINT CHARGE,...

    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:

    28 Combined MPG (25 City/33 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPBEM5K1132311
    Stock: D3017A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-27-2025

  • Price Drop
    $8,750
    good price
    $1,846 below market
    • 139,968 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Wood Chevrolet Plumville (200 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Plumville, PA / 200 miles away from Columbus, OH

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1V32JM165384
    Stock: J5384K
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 04-25-2025

  • Price Drop
    $20,498
    fair price
    $747 below market
    • 21,659 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 27 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Driveway (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Hamilton, NJ / 436 miles away from Columbus, OH

    CarFax No Accidents Reported,CarFax 1-Owner,Rare Find,Apple CarPlay,Back-Up Camera,Blind Spot Monitor,Bluetooth,Brake Assist,Keyless Start,Lane Keepin...

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPAAM9RM405521
    Stock: RM405521U
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • New Listing
    • 123,274 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 28 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • CarMax (In-stock online)
    • Transfer available from TX to OH*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
    • Alarm
    Close

    Located in Austin, TX / 1,079 miles away from Columbus, OH

    CarMax values transparency and wants you to love your next car, not settle on it. Certain vehicles may have unrepaired safety recalls. Check nhtsa.gov...

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (28 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1U75JM209303
    Stock: 26852350
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • Price Drop
    $13,985
    good price
    $1,077 below market
    • 81,333 miles
    • No accidents, 5 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Driveway (In-stock online)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Springfield, OR / 2,058 miles away from Columbus, OH

    CarFax No Accidents Reported,Back-Up Camera,Blind Spot Monitor,Bluetooth,Brake Assist,Heated Seats,Keyless Start,Leather Seats,Premium Sound,Satellite...

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1W39JM212294
    Stock: VT212294
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $22,998
    fair price
    $170 above market
    • 16,484 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 27 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • CarMax (In-stock online)
    • Transfer available from OR to OH*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    Close

    Located in Salem, OR / 2,051 miles away from Columbus, OH

    CarMax values transparency and wants you to love your next car, not settle on it. Certain vehicles may have unrepaired safety recalls. Check nhtsa.gov...

    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:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPABM2RM405410
    Stock: 27075777
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $10,255
    good price
    $1,534 below market
    • 117,000 miles
    • 2 accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Lake Auto Sales, LLC (103 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    Close

    Located in Hartville, OH / 103 miles away from Columbus, OH

    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:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1W39HM131869
    Stock: 131869
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-08-2025

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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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