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2 out of 5 stars

Disappointed retiree

Gerry, 12/04/2023
2011 Mazda 3 s Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I’m an occasional lady driver retiree. I wanted a zoom like sports car. Paid the full amount for leather seats and hatchback sports. It was great for the first 5 years and then…..mayhem. This car is NOT meant for Canadian winters. It is so low to the ground ( that’s the zoom zoom sporty we all think we are getting and want) but it rips the shreds out of the bottom of your car come winter. Clearance very little. Suspension hard on country roads. Mega expenses on tie rods, exhaust, suspension, bearings, Noisey interior. Great on gas. Large enough cargo area. Interior design classy. Not made for tall people more than 6’ as they touch the ceiling in drivers seat.

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5 out of 5 stars

Has now earned my #1 spot of all cars/all time!

themaxtree, 11/29/2020
2011 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is an incredible vehicle for both comfort and safety! Recently purchased my first Mazda 3 in February 2020. By August of this year we had a vehicle enter the highway we were traveling on from a residential drive way. I had a very short time to react, due to our highway speed, yet we still were able to avoid a t-bone impact, which could have harmed the other driver greatly. Both front airbags deployed in the vehicle, and we are convinced this saved our lives! Although, there was great frontal damage, there was very little actual "intrusion" into the interior of the vehicle. Amazing design and perfect crumple features have definitely given this vehicle it's amazing safety rating! If you are considering a vehicle for a dependent or just for someone you want to keep safe... PLEASE consider the Mazda 3. **yes, I bought another Mazda 3 with my insurance payment... Couldn't see it any other way.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great performer

Ted, 10/08/2018
2011 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My 2011 3 Sport has 96,000 miles on it and it runs like new car. I've maintained it well and have experienced no major problems whatsoever. Runs like the day I bought it. Peppy, great handling car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

It worth every $ I paid

yli2, 04/23/2012
2011 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My 2010 Mazda3 saved my life during an accident, so I decided to buy another Mazda. Finally choose this old model because I cannot trust 2012 SkyActiv tech. It took me a month getting used to this car since it is much bumpier then previous model. After test-driving VW GTi, I was assured the car was just tuned as it is. This car handles exceptionally well. Clutch synchronizer is smoother than my 2010 model. I get 30-32mpg, better than my 2010 model.

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4 out of 5 stars

Almost Perfect

Collingwood, 01/15/2020
2011 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2011 Mazda3 iSport certified pre-owned from an awesome dealership and have never regretted the decision for a second! I'm a no-nonsense guy, it doesn't have cruise control, no keyless entry, no bluetooth, no options whatsoever. None of those things ever bothered me. I was so glad to have low miles and long-term peace of mind. I've put just under 100k miles on it and it has never - NEVER - needed a single repair. I've done all of the preventative maintenance on schedule and it has rewarded me with a fun, reliable, lovable driving experience. BUT It's too small for our growing family (FORGET about putting a rear-facing car seat in the back with two front seat passengers). So I'm getting a larger SUV. This little scrappy Mazda3 has become a part of me and I'm so sad to see it go - like a pet you have to get rid of because you're moving. It sucks. I love this thing.

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4 out of 5 stars
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