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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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2012 Mazda3 Skyactiv
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
Research models before even entering a dealership...know what you want and price cars are selling at..contact by email before offering to discuss prices...use true car app, edmonds, nada etc to know what these vehicles are selling and negotiate your-not their best price you are willing to pay..use you tube to give you more knowledge...
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