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4.38 out of 5 stars

I love my new 3

jlmm3, 11/20/2011
2011 Mazda 3 s Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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I bought a 2007 3s in 09 and loved it until I traded in and got my 2011 3s 2.5 with a 6 speed. This car is awesome it is fun to drive very quick and has good top end speed too. it is very well laid out both inside and out as well especially that dual exhaust.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A half-priced Bimmer!

paublo73, 09/26/2011
2011 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5A)
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I am downsizing from a Mazda CX-9 and it could not be any more painless. This car is a blast to drive. I'm amazed how quick it is with the 2.0 motor and automatic. This motor has enough low end torque and the transmission is so well calibrated that it feels eager in all situations. I did test drive the Focus and while it does handle well, the transmission shifted too soon and masked that engine's extra power. I was able to get the 3 at invoice price which was much cheaper than the Focus similarly equipped. The cabin is on the small side but I'm short and the car seats fit, so I consider it "just right". This car is serving as a commuter/2nd car and so far it's exceeded my expectations.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fun little car to drive

heffay6, 10/06/2011
2011 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5A)
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Just bought an i Touring sedan and it is a blast to drive. This car replaces a worn out Cadillac Catera, so I'm expecting much better service than the often broke down Catera. Haven't had it long enough to report on gas mileage, but the acceleration is great for a small 4 cylinder car. Cabin is a bit on the smaller side but we do not anticipate having back seat passengers very often. The fit and finish is very good for a car in this price category. Good job Mazda. The wife and I are enjoying our 3.

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5 out of 5 stars

So far so good

chrisjwelch, 09/18/2011
2011 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5A)
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Owned my Mazda3 about 1 month now. Everything is fantastic. Surprisingly large in the front seats. I would not personally feel comfortable sitting in the back seat, but since I never do, it is not an issue. Great gas mileage. Fun to drive. Well priced compared to similar sedans I looked at. Looking forward to having this car for a while.

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3 out of 5 stars

Base model Mazda 3 lacks cruise control!

Cathy Jenkins, 02/16/2017
2011 Mazda 3 i SV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

I expected better fuel economy. It has mostly been around 20-25 mpg, but the last tank of gas only got 13.36 mpg. It looks nice and (in black) gets compliments. My biggest shock and disappointment is that it doesn't have cruise control. After years of having cars with cruise, including a 1998 Pontiac, I'm having trouble adjusting to having to constantly keep an eye on the speedometer on trips of 40 minutes or more. I got my first speeding ticket on the one-month anniversary of getting this car. Having driven my dad's 2004 Mazda 3, I really expected to love the 2011 model I just bought (only 19,084 miles on it). I'm sad to say that I don't love it.

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4 out of 5 stars
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