I pretty much hate this car...
watyf, 08/10/2013
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 30 people found this review helpful
I had to drive my '98 Civic today because the wife needed the Mazda, and I was literally relieved to not be driving this car. Mainly because it's incredibly uncomfortable. The seats are rock-hard, the whole cabin is cramped, there is NO rear legroom if the front passengers are normal-sized, the steering wheel never stays straight (apparently "sporty handling" means "have to make constant adjustments to the steering wheel even when driving straight"), the headrests are awkward and stiff, and you feel EVERY bump in the road. The little things about this car, like cupholders that a cup gets lost in and a trunk that DOESN'T pop open (unlike every other car I've ever owned), just add to it.
Tirrirrrr sound from engine
jangk, 12/19/2011
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 27 people found this review helpful
I bought 3 HB skyactiv 2.0 I touring a month ago. I drive city & hwy (60% & 40%), and get Average 36MPG, which is good. But, When I drive, I hear a very odd sound, that is heard like "Tirrrrr ttirrrirrrrrrr". It is not normal engine sound, it is extra abnormal sound. Especially in low speed, and at stop sign, that sound is very annoying. I told that problem to dearlership, but they couldn't find out the problem, and didn't fix it. I like eternal design and six speed auto transmission, but I don't want to recommend this vehicle to my friend.
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Uncomfortable seats, rattles and weird noises
neems, 01/20/2012
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 26 people found this review helpful
I never thought I would be one of the "those' people that writes unhappy reviews but here I am. 1. The basic cloth seats look good, but they're hard as rock. I don't know if there was some switch-a-roo but my seat barely have any padding and I can feel the seat structure of the chair. 2. For a two week old car, it sure rattles a lot especially on the passenger side 3. There's an unusual humming noise coming from the middle of the car. It doesn't sound like idling or accelerating so I'm concerned.
A truly perfect car!
claycrenshaw, 04/12/2012
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 26 people found this review helpful
Safety, horsepower, fuel efficiency, value, reliability, and FUN, all in one! Every second behind the wheel of my new Mazda3 is incredible. With Mazda's super reliable track record under the belts of my friends and family and the assurance of my vehicle being a Top Safety Pick, I know that I'll be driving my kids around in this car years from now. So many great features and incredibly fun to drive, and I am still in disbelief at how hard my dealer [non-permissible content removed] worked to get me behind the wheel of this amazing vehicle. You can certainly trust them to put you in the car of your dreams! I would recommend this car to anyone any day!
Computer MPG is off
jackstraw22, 11/04/2012
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for about 2 months and while I do enjoy driving it, I've noticed the computer's MPG is off. I've checked it several times by filling up my gas tank, resetting the trip meter and then resetting the computer's MPG. After running it for about 300 miles I filled the tank back up. I then divided the miles on the trip meter by the number of gallons I put in the car. My latest manual observation was 27.2 MPG while the computer's MPG was 29.8. So far my driving has been about 90/10 city/highway, so I'd expect the MPG to be low. But I would have expected the computer's MPG to be more accurate. It's been off on every test I've made.
Strong motor, decor not so much
Mostly love for Mazda, 11/08/2020
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my car used in 2016 with almost 37,000 miles on it. It now has over 93,000 miles.The motor has been strong and reliable with regular maintenance. HOWEVER, if I had researched the vehicle on-line, prior to purchase, I could have had the transmission replaced while it was under warranty. There is a roaring that sounds similar to "road noise" and I have had problems with surging when shifting gears since I purchased it. I had not driven a stick shift in several years and made the mistake of thinking it was "operator error". Now I am just waiting for a major repair and the debate over value versus cost. The cosmetics are not that great. The shift cover has broken apart. The tint is wrinkled and peeling. The steering wheel cover is deteriorating. Also, it doesn't seem to take a lot to bend the control arms. After eating thru a set of tires I discovered that the front control arm was bent. I spent $500 replacing it. Then I ran over the tail of a gator and had to replace a back control arm. Another $500! I wasn't aware that the paint had outlines of leaves on the hood when I bought it. About 2 days later a friend pointed it out. I'm guessing this was from it sitting somewhere for an extended period (according to the CarFax it was a repo).
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Cute and dependable
Azash, 06/30/2019
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Had my Mazda 3 (base model) for 5 years and never had any mechanical issues. The fuel efficient was unbelievable (38+). The color was beautiful and it rose all over the Southwest. It held its value over time very well, getting nearly 65% of what I paid for it when I sold it.
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It's the right car.
Konrad, 06/29/2018
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned several cars, but I recently purchased my 2012 mazda3 Skyactiv hatch just last summer so I can have a car that will provide some longevity (I've never owned a car for more than 3 years) so I figured I get something economical with some cargo space for my camping and hiking. I was looking to get a Subaru, but I found this Mazda for 10k with only 29000mi on the clock. I can say this. The car is stellar, it lacks a little off the line with the AC going, but it's a little 4 pot, so don't expect much. It's not a car for traveling with a group (but by myself it's perfect) as comfort up front is a little tight on the legs (I'm 5'11") and lacks an overhead bin and some dash cargo space for your phones and stuff. BUT on the highway I average about 41mpg. and to a tank with mixed driving I get roughly 360miles on 28 bucks. So that says something. It feels nimble, and bulletproof, the ride is firm, so get yourself some michellins or pirelli P7 to soften up the ride a bit. But all in all it's a great car that doesn't cost much to own, and it has a terrific safety record. I'm an enthusiast and the technology behind these little zoomers is everything to write home about. No turbo charger which is great because those hey pricey, and it's always fun to drive.
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dgraym3, 11/15/2012
2012 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Sedan w/SKYACTIV-G (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
great car! love the styling and interior, shifter and clutch are probably the best in its class of cars. I'm easily getting 38-42mpg with mix of country back roads/highway. Why by a boring Yotarolla when you can have something with more style and fun to drive. Being really picky: There is a small light rattle in the passenger front door area that I haven't hunt down yet.
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jim skalski, 01/04/2017
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2012 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
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