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Used 2010 Mazda 3 Hatchback Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding

Richranger, 07/25/2009
2010 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 5A)
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I traded in my 2000 Ford Ranger using the cash for clunkers program. AKA car rebate allowance. Just incredible. I researched new vehicles for a few months and found the winner. I don't miss my truck one bit. I have a few more miles to go, but am very impressed so far. The xenon headlamps, moonroof, bose system, adaptive headlamps, too many features to list. You get your $ worth and then some. Other vehicles with all the things I have on this would cost me thousands more. 1st time Mazda buyer. THANK YOU MAZDA! ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM! Really!

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5 out of 5 stars

My Mazda hasn't disappointed

Cheryl, 11/03/2009
2010 Mazda 3 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 5A)
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I was really apprehensive about trading in my trouble-free manual Camry, but I couldn't be happier with the Mazda 3 Hatchback. It's a blast to drive, the seats are comfy, and I'm pleasantly surprised with the gas mileage. I have a smile on my face every time I get in the car!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

I love this car...

Mike Hogan, 06/16/2009
2010 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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I love this car. It handles great and it greets you with a zoom-zoom and hello and then a goodbye when you leave. The joker grin grille is a bit much, but it suits the personality of the car. I'm tempted to get a Joker license plate. The hatch allows me to carry my mountain bike or whatever from Home Depot. There's one thing I would change and that is the seat width in my upper back area. It's too narrow for me. My son just bought a new Subaru WRX and the seatback width is perfect. So Mazda make the seats as wide in the back so that the side bolsters surround the driver, not dig into my back. Funny I didn't notice it when I test drove it. Other than that I love the car. It's practical fun!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Love this car

BS, 11/04/2009
2010 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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I got Bose and Tech pkg. Nav is small but easy to use. Love the advance key that's the main reason I got Tech pkg). The seat is comfortable for me(but they can be too hard and narrow for a lot of folks). Power is good (not as great as the Speed) but enough for me. Rear passenger room/hatch area is much smaller than my 2003 Matrix. Suspension is on the firm side which is what I like but I would like the car sit a little lower. The wheel gap is very big with a SUV look. Manuel transmission is easy to operate and shift smoothly. Just there's a groaning noise when the car start moving from 1st gear. It's not super quiet but I think it's reasonable (change the OEM tires may help)

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2010 Mazda3 Hatchback

twebb, 11/07/2009
2010 Mazda 3 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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Great car for the money. It has good power and a hint of exhaust note that make it fun to drive and it handles well. The updated styling looks good, and the hatchback is convenient for hauling small loads. The only slight drawback is the fuel economy - I'm averaging 24.2 mpg w/ 2500 miles driven. I suppose if it had 20+ less horsepower and was slightly smaller like the Civic it would be better. I'll take fun to drive and a couple less mpg.

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