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Commuting is fun again
daveshoot, 01/29/2014
2014 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
51 of 53 people found this review helpful
I have been driving 45 mi. per day in an older Tacoma, so perhaps I am too easily impressed... but this car is amazing. Exterior looks, check. Just look at one. Interior is wow! for a Mazda, and the seats are very comfortable. This model is loaded with tech, like the radar blind spot detection, pacing cruise control, impressive and intuitive infotainment system, adaptive headlights that steer, etc. But driving is what it's all about and it's what this Mazda is all about. It is fast and nimble. Until you hit the Sport mode button, it is really just a very tight and competent little car. The Sport mode unleashes it's inner potential and it just wants to go. I am glad I got the 2.5L!
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justinjustin, 10/27/2013
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
This car rocks!!! I traded in my 2010 Infiniti M35s - excellent car - but wanted something smaller, good looking, better on the gas mileage (main reason) but still spirited and responsive. I opted for the top of the line S Grand Touring hatchback with tech package that includes IELoop, LED brake lights, Bi-Xenon headlights, NAV, blink spot warning, etc...in pearl white. Overall I am extremely impressed with the quality of materials inside and it's handling characteristics. Driver feedback is good and it grips the road extremely well. Came with 18" stock wheels. It is just as much fun to drive than my Infiniti. The 2.5L motor is REQUIRED if you want a spirited, more aggressive experience.
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Nick, 05/07/2018
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
In June 2017 I purchased a CPO 2014 Mazda 3 HB S GT in black with black leather. I purchased the car with about 36,000 miles on it and it is now just over 50,000 miles. The reason I chose the mazda was for the looks, gas mileage, and the drive. Prior to the mazda, I had a 2011 Ford Tuarus SHO with a twin turbo V6. I needed something a little better on bas since my commute is about an hour each way. While the Taurus was a great cruiser and would keep up Mustangs, Camaros, and an Audi A4 (once) I would struggle to keep my foot out of it and I would average less than 20 MPG with premium gas. My first impressions of the mazda were great! It was small, kinda sporty, and great on gas. After having put about 15,000 miles on it and a year of ownership, I think I can give it an honest review. The good: driving the mazda definitely adds a bit of sportiness to your boring daily commute. I find I'm more tempted to take back roads, put it in sport, and have some fun. It's not setting any lap records, but the experience you have driving it makes up for it. The steering is very responsive, the suspension keeps it gripped to the road pretty well, but it feels very eager and lively on the twisty sections of road. When you're done carving out some mountain roads, put it back in normal and it becomes a great little city car and a pretty good road trip car. And you start to notice how premium it feels inside. The dash is a soft feeling material, the piano black trim around the command knob, the faux aluminum trim across the dash is a nice touch as well. My father has a 2016 Mercedes E-350 and even he was impressed with the quality and feel of the interior. The sound system is great, it helps block out some of that road noise, but we'll get to that later. The front seats are supportive and comfortable enough for long trips and you have plenty of storage in the back. Even with the seats up, the back is wide enough to fit my golf clubs, which was an absolute requirement for me. With the seats folded down, you have a ton of room to haul stuff around. The steering wheel controls are definitely much better than they were on my Taurus. They're firm, but not too firm and I've never had an issue with them not registering inputs. The infotainment system is definitely a step up from what I had previously. I didn't think I was going to like the command knob, but I actually really like it! The not so good: While I do enjoy the heads up display, it's kind of bland and just looks too plain for me. I know the newer models have addressed that issue, but it's worth noting. The A-Pillars are just a shade too big and it can be difficult to see traffic when you're at an obscure intersection. The infotainment system has it's quirks; I know it's a safety feature, but I hate that we can't input gps information while the car is in motion. The favorites menu is a bit frustrating for me. I wish they would categorize them. I wish my XM Channels were one set, FM Channels another set, but they're all lumped together. So if you do find a station you like, whether it's AM, FM, or XM it just adds it to the bottom of the list. Now, you can go in and edit them, but you can only move them once space at a time and it's really annoying to be honest. The HD Traffic map is a joke, it's basically a googlemaps screenshot looking image of the traffic in like a 50 mile radius. It's never up to date and it's too small to see. I don't even bother using it anymore. Driving the mazda 3 makes me wish it had just a bit more power. I know it's an economical little hatchback and it's not meant to be a Golf GTI, Focus ST, or Civic SI, but it just needs a bit more punch. I'd say it needs about 15-20 more bhp to make it a really great all around car. Now, my big issue with this car is the road noise. Driving around town isn't too bad since I usually have the windows down or the sunroof open, but on the highway it's a different story. Cruising around 55-60 is when it starts getting a little obnoxious, then getting to 70-80 it's getting kind of loud, and anything beyond that it becomes a serious drain on your drive. I did notice a big improvement when I replaced the OEM Dunlop tires to Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 tires, but the noise is still there and it's still annoying. Overall: This car has never left me stranded, nor have I had any maintenance issues with it other than the regular oil, filters, brakes, and tires. It's a joy to drive and definitely punches above it's class. It's a sporty little hatchback that will get you to and from with a smile on your face. Like I said, it's not setting any records, but you wont care because you'll be enjoying the drive and the experience. I think that's more important in your daily driver. It doesn't have to be the fastest car out there to enjoy the drive and Mazda definitely showed me that with this car. I would absolutely recommend this vehicle to friends and family. Don't believe me? Go test drive one and you will see.
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Best C-Segment car with potential to be even better
lahrs37, 09/28/2013
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
This car is really fun to dive and it is also nice to look at. After making a compromise with my wife to get a four door hatchback, I assumed that driving excitement would have to be banished. Not so! This car is a blast to toss around in the corners. The seats hold you very well in place and manual transmission is one of the best I have sampled. With all of that said I do wish that some of the money spent on technology whiz-bang was diverted to more sturdy interior materials. The stalks coming off the steering wheel feel like they might break if hit too hard and the silver plastic door handles remind you every time you exit the car that this is no BMW.
This is an upgrade for me
faust3, 08/23/2014
updated 08/25/2017
2014 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
After 3 years ... Car runs great ... When you pull out fast into traffic it really has a lot more pick up than I thought and the shifting in automatic engine is very smooth.... MPG is awesome ... I get about 34 average.... Just an awesome sporty looking car on the cheaper side.... I put some nice wheels on it and it stands out like its a Lexus ..... Great mpg but i am not a floor it driver. gives me the awesome sports car look without paying for the gas. I just wanted something more sporty and fun to drive but not have to fill the tank every week. color i got was meteor gray mica and looks sharp. it is a head turner at a lower end cost level. i had a basic nissan versa ( crank windows ) which i just wasn't thrilled with. wanted some up to date inside car features with a sporty looking car on the outside at a low 200 payment. i call this the lexus i can afford. I also purchased the hatchback because I just wanted a car where the seats come down for more room to haul a picture or something large and long.
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BEST CAR EVER!!
lancelot0720, 04/28/2014
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I went from a BMW 325i to this and do not miss it at all. It turns with no effort and no body roll even taking a turn at 40 mph! I drive about 30 miles a day and I average 32 mpg having a mixed road type (7 miles city, 23 highway) and it takes me about 2 weeks to get to empty. Ever since I got it, I have never spent more than $35 to fill it up on regular where as the BMW cost about $70-$80 on premium. The infotainment does get a little used to but its mostly simple. I have the feature where it can read my text messages while I'm driving (Doesn't show you the actual message for safety reasons) and it works fine with an iPhone 5c.
Some early impressions
cre8tive1, 06/09/2014
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
I've only been driving this Mazda 3 Touring hatchback for a little over a week, so take what I say for what it's worth. However, I am comparing this 2014 to my 2004 Mazda 6 i manual 5 speed which I traded for the current car. First, let me say I'm loving the looks of this car and enjoy the overall performance. While it's no powerhouse, the 2.0 has enough Zoom-zoom to feel spirited and enjoyable to drive. Unfortunately with the combination of 155 hp and auto transmission, there is a noticeable lack of power compared to my 10 year old Mazda 6. By comparison, I was able to attain at 0-60 time of 8.4 seconds in the 6 but only a disappointing 10.5 seconds in the new Mazda 3.
First New Car
mjdozie, 07/15/2014
2014 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Purchased 07/05/14 Enjoying my new white Mazda3 S Touring Hatchback, so far. Only complaints would be the road & interior noise. MPG below EPA estimates. Ride is a bit stiff but still comfortable. Just about everything else has been above my expectations for the compact class. The engine is quick, quiet & smooth & I really enjoy the extras like the HUD & Blind Spot Monitor. A great purchase overall!
5 Years, Zero Problems
bog72, 07/10/2014
updated 01/11/2019
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
My 2014 Mazda 3 iTouring hatch with the 2.0 engine has been a terrific car. It is safe, comfortable, versatile and fun to drive. While purchased primarily for maneuvering in the city and suburbans, I have driven it on several 4-6 hour trips on Interstates and it keeps up just fine while delivering great mileage. This remains a solid car, with no rattles or other age-related signs of decline. Seats are exceptionally comfortable, and seating position is perfect. It’s also remarkably quiet. There have been NO problems. My wife bought a 2018 CX5 and we love it for all the same reasons.
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2.5 years and still enjoying this car
philly6000, 09/09/2014
updated 03/13/2017
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Model S Grand Touring. Purchased brand new in the summer of 2014. Plusses: - Nice looking, comfortable interior (almond). - Zoom Zoom (see below) - keyless doors, hatch, and start button - Adaptive Headlights - parts of the Infotainment Minuses: - Fuel efficiency *far below* what's advertised: I average only 29mpg when driving conservatively (with hardly any air conditioning). - no ashtray / hidden trash area - Infotainment system is good, but not great. Road/tire noise: a bit loud on certain roads Water hides in cracks after car washes, and comes out after driving away from car wash; creates water spots I have to remove myself.
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After 3 years of ownership...
Kevin H., 12/12/2019
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Here are some things to consider if you are looking to purchase this vehicle. I own a 2014 Mazda 3 GS Sport (Hatchback), 2.0l gas engine with automatic transmission. I have had this car in my possession for a little over 2.5 years. Keep in mind I bought the vehicle used in 2017 with 30 000km Pros: - Sportier ride compared to other vehicles in it's class. The chassis is impressive on how it likes to be tossed around. - Good acceleration (even for a 2.0l) - Seats are quite comfortable and supportive - Nicely designed and somewhat upscalisssh interior - Intuitive infotainment (I love the feel and position of the central control knob) - Handsome & mature exterior styling (In my opinion) Cons: - Very noisy vehicle (If you decide install cheap tires on the car....good luck!) - Firm ride since its tuned a little more sportier. - Gas mileage is not great and seems to get worse with time (Pretty disappointed considering this was a key reason I bought the vehicle). Note, the engine is Direct Injection which means with time you are prone to carbon build up which would explains the gas mileage and performance decrease. Things I had to repair since my ownership: - Front struts at 50,000km - Key battery had to be change twice since I have owned the car A few weird things with the car: - I have had the engine struggle a few times on a cold start (Has happened a handful of times, brought to Mazda, they were not able to reproduce). - Lots of little creaks and cracks inside the cabin - A weird little front suspension thumb from time to time (Mecanics claim there's no issue with the suspension).
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Great car with a couple concerns
wayne100, 10/25/2013
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
A great car overall for it's class. You should definitely test drive one if you are considering a similar class car. You'll be impressed.
Amazing Vehicle
knucklehead11, 09/29/2013
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I just picked it up on Wednesday, September 25th. iTouring hatchback automatic. I traded in a 2008 Mazda3 iSport manual for this. The gas mileage on this car has been incredible. It has been improved by a land slide compared to my '08. Much smoother ride, great interior fit and finish, and the exterior is beautiful. The interior reminds me a little bit of an Audi, and someone told me they almost thought the exterior was Lexus-like. It has already done well on a road trip. Although the 2.0L isn't the beefiest in power, and yes there is some road noise, it is still an economy car, and for its price it can't be beat, so I give everything 5 stars. I highly recommend this car to anyone.
2.0L i touring hatch
war03, 09/18/2013
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
63 of 84 people found this review helpful
picked up and drove it home (1000 miles). 44 and 45 mpg on two stretches (not all flat), 35mpg through high mountains/hills at 65 mph. best handling car i've had, feels like rwd. if you can get the 2.5L model, esp w/ a 6 speed it would be a blast. i couldn't swing the extra money at the time.
3 Years and 35000 miles, want another
daveshoot, 10/16/2016
2014 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The new car smell is long gone, the parking lot dings have all happened (I hope), and the first date is long over. I still love this car and want another (that's why I stopped in). I will tell you what lived up to promise, and what did not, after 3 years and daily 21 mile commutes each way, part of which is twisty mountain road, and part jammed SoCal freeway. The best features are the performance, reliability, looks and trim, storage area for a little car, and the little things like the HUD display and standard blind spot monitoring. I want to drive and this car lets me do it, whether playing F1 on the mountain curves, or shooting into that gap in traffic. Mileage is excellent especially considering that I drive like an adolescent. The car is for drivers. Little things that detract: HUD occasionally fails to stay up in cold (restart car), bluetooth occasionally comes and goes, nav is a bit lame, but I'd rather use my phone anyway (and the voice recognition/search is just ridiculous). I have not had bluetooth nightmares, perhaps it's more traumatic for some, restart usually solves. Dealer is usual POS but that's not brand specific. I still can't believe how much car this was for the money, and the Edmunds review that pointed me to it in the first place was spot on. If only I could find another s Touring model within a 4 hour drive... I think the 2.5l premium is totally worth it, but Grand Touring extras do nothing for me at the price point. The s Touring seems like the sweet spot for an aggressive commutemobile. I have not yet found another vehicle in class that delivers this much value for the $$$.
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Zoom Zoom
Alex Davis, 07/26/2017
updated 02/02/2018
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought the S grand touring hatchback version used and got a pretty good deal on it. Had everything that i wanted in a car i was looking for without breaking the bank. Not much has changed from the 2014 version to the 2017 so i was happy with buying the 2014. Handles the road perfectly, not to stiff but fun to drive with and without sports mode. Interior and exterior are sleek and beautiful. Back seats can be cramped with two/three large adults but perfect if you have kids or small adult friends. Fronts seats are the most comfortable front seats i have experienced in a long time. If you can get a good deal or is willing(can) to spend the extra money should go for the Grand Touring models as the safety and tech packages are worth it.
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Over 360,000 trouble free miles so far
Slappy, 02/23/2025
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Yes I am reviewing a 2014 Mazda 3 hatch s grand touring, in the year 2025! Somebody should know what a great car it's been. Mostly trouble free over 360,000 miles so far, no significant repairs. Always kept the oil changed Mobile1 and Lucas fuel treatment every dozen tanks. Occasionally plugs/injectors or whatever they call them, occasionally new front brakes, very rarely rear brakes, and been through at least 8 sets of tires. Quibbles are few, the low profile tires are harsh and should have put new rims on at the start with thicker rubber, the gas tank is a bit too small. Loaded with 2014 tech like very accurate adaptive cruise, self leveling and dimming LED lights, heads up display, paddle shifter, i-eloop capicator, etc. Car still wants to go fast! I'm always the first to launch at the green light and and watch them shrink in the rearview mirror. Basically drove it like I stole it all those miles/years. Even after all the aggressive driving, lower 30s mpg regular gas. It burns almost no oil even at 360,000 miles. However the transmission slips a bit in 3-4th gear. Mazda says it's a lifetime transmission never needing service but probably not expected to go this many miles. I'll try doing a fluid & filter service to see if it lost viscosity and perhaps the fluid is low after so many years and miles. Only slips when the motor is hot so hopefully. But worse case I'd put in another transmission and keep on flying down the road tapping the horn at the grandma's in my way.
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Fantastic car except for one thing . . . . be forewarned
wayne100, 09/12/2014
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 28 people found this review helpful
Performance, comfort, ride, the interior design and overall quality of this car is fantastic. The BIG ISSUE to date is it's INFOTAINMENT system. As of the writing of this review, I've had two updates to the software for the INFOTAINMENT system. Many bugs have been fixed over the first years of frustration, but then MAZDA does something REALLY STUPID! They grey out and disable the local search feature on the GPS as well as the ability to wifi hotspot your phone to the system to get uptodate traffic and and weather. Basically you are now stuck with a GPS that has less features than a $100 Garmin you can buy on NOMORERACK.com Neither owners nor any MAZDA dealership knew this.
Not Like My PR5 or Speed3
mustangleader4, 10/19/2014
2014 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I hated to sell my 2002 PR5 which drove like a sport car ... was a Miata in wagon. It had 234M and worried about breaking down on long trips My 2014 3 rides quieter (not a bad thing), gets better gas mileage 40 vs 30 highway but not as fun driving as the PR5. For me, this car drives "numb" ... I can't a feel of it because it's so smooth. I owned a 2007 Speed 3 as well so my other Mazda's were sporty, driver's car. If you want a "smooth", sporty Vanilla car with very good gas mileage, I recommend this car. 2.0 has strong enough power for my needs, but do miss the other cars.
Amazing for the Price
greyhoundtx, 12/27/2014
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
For the price of the car, the 2014 Mazda 3 is a fantastic vehicle. Exterior looks more expensive than it is. It's unique but doesn't stick out like a sore thumb. Interior is great, although I wish the radio/audio controls didn't look like it was put into the car aftermarket. Performance wise it's also great. A little more road noise than some other cars in this same category that I test drove, but I found this to be the most fun. Sometimes I find that the acceleration is a tiny bit lagged, but it's not bad. All in all, fantastic car for what you pay. And the gas mileage is GREAT.
Reliable little car that's not a Corolla or Civic
Chris, 03/05/2019
updated 09/08/2020
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had two Mazda Protégé 5's before purchasing a Mazda 3 and am still an owner of a 2003 P5. It was great timing as I was in the market for a new daily driver as 2014 was when Mazda 3 first came out with the new design. At that time, the SkyActiv engine had already been out a couple of years and I have had great experience with Mazda products in terms of reliability, so it was not a hard decision to go back to Mazda even though most of my friends and/family members were driving Civics or Corollas. Those are definitely great cars , but I wanted something that handles well, saves gas and looks cool at the same time. The Mazda 3 has not disappointed even as of today as the vehicle was purchased brand new almost 5 years ago. Throughout my years of ownership (M3 Hatchback I GT ~56K miles), I have only been to the dealership twice - once for a recall related to GPS map update or something while the second visit had to do with a the hydraulic belt tensioner leak which were both covered under warranty. The hydraulic belt tensioner was replace by the dealership but it started leaking again after another 10K or so. If anything, the tensioner leak is the only complaint that I have with the car. The Mazda infotainment system has also acted up a handful of times (frozen screen), but it would fix itself after restart. The most recent maintenance item was the rear brake pads which were replaced at 56k. I believe the rear driver-side pads were seized for some reason which caused premature wear as the front pads were still the OEM pads from factory with healthy amount of pads left. I could have fixed the issue earlier as the rear driver-side wheel was always covered with the most brake dust but I was too lazy to inspect the pads. The Mazda 3 has never left me stranded and has been a comfortable commuter. Everything in the car is still working perfectly fine as day one. My favorite part of the car is the blind-spot monitoring system. it's especially handy during pouring rains. The heated seats are also a plus. The infotainment system is intuitive and user friendly. I love the fact that the reverse camera's parking guide doesn't turn when you turn the steering wheel as a lot of cars on the market do (personal preference). The visibility is not as great as the older cars as the rear windows are smaller. The 2.0 liter engine is not powerful, but it's sufficient for what the car is built for, a gas saving commuter. The engine noise can be a bit noisy going uphill or accelerating with 4 passengers; however, there's plenty of power to get the car moving for highway merging at around 3k-4k rpm. The interior of the car is well built and cabin noise is well controlled. The materials used and fit and finish of the car is solid and probably one of the best in its class. Trunk space can be limited if you have a growing family (i.e. strollers...). Overall a great car! In August 2019, the Mazda 3 was sold to a family member and a 2019 CX9 was brought home. As of today (9/5/2020), at around 64k, the oem tires and the battery are the only items that will need to be replaced. My opinion on the car still has not changed. Great little car that looks great, feels great (interior), drives and handles well.
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Only two complaints
vandergelder, 02/16/2015
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I like everything about mine, I get good mileage, it's fun to drive, etc. I have had zero reliability issues. Great styling. Great handling. Almost perfect, but not quite, IMHO, see below.
No regrets
kevin97223, 02/08/2015
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is our fourth Mazda and our second 3. We are loyal to the brand because in our experience their cars are reliable, stylish and fun to drive, especially with a manual transaxle. This car is all of the above, although since it has less than 5,000 miles I haven't driven it far enough to rate the reliability. I have no reason to doubt that it will be as reliable as my wife's 2011 3, which has 30,000 miles and has needed nothing except regular maintenance.
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zoomzoom09, 12/31/2013
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
Very nice car. Mazda completely reinvented the car for 2014. The interior is excellent. I opted for the almond leather with soul red exterior. Hot looking car. The 184HP is sufficient for me to zoom around town. Love the 7 inch display and amount of features. The car honestly feels like a 35K or higher sports coupe w/ the leather, high end details (carbon-fiber, red stitching on the leather, to sports suspension. I also own a CX-5 and this 2.5 L engine was worth getting. Much better response and performance.
Love my 6 sp manual Mazda 3 Hatchback
wxl, 12/09/2013
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I made up my mind on the Mazda 3 after one test drive. We chose the Pearl White i-Touring manual hatchback with Navigation and Tech Package. The 2.0 engine is strong enough to merge onto freeways. Ride is firm and comfortable. Road noise is on the low side for the compact car segment. Interior finish is nice and pleasant. The clutch and stick shift very smoothly. After a little over 1000 miles, our gas mileage is similar to the EPA rating. Very happy with the purchase.
Nice!
Jeff Belger, 02/03/2017
2014 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Looks Nice - Rides Nice. I didn't even bother testing the standard 2.0 liter, for me the 2.5 liter engine is worth the extra $. Very nice acceleration even using straight automatic but added responsiveness when using the manual shifting. It has the option of manual shifting from the stick or paddles on steering wheel. There is also a "Sport" mode that will act as an overdrive and really gets you off the line quick with out having to manually shift. One point to make is that if you are in straight automatic you won't know what gear your in. If you switch to manual mode the dashboard will go through the progression 1-6 and not just "D". My 2007 Mazda 6 i sport showed the gear progression regardless and I feel like that makes more sense because I know I'm in 'D'rive but I don't know what gear its in. Also selected this vehicle because it had the Bose sound system. Great sound system for what it is. Had to get use to the front center speaker on top of the dashboard. Seemed like it was the only speaker I was listening to but with a few adjustments you can make it your own. Cargo space in the hatch area is good but not like an SUV, so don't expect it to be huge. There is limited storage space around the front seating areas but it will force you to keep things to real essentials. Headlights are nice and bright and you can manually adjust them up and down, the slightly annoying part is that at the most upward setting they still seem a smidge low. Meaning when your driving uphill say, they seem to be pointing directly to the road and you can't see what lies further up the hill. All in all the few minor cons are easily overlooked since my overall expectations are being met. Time will tell if this 2014 Mazda 3s holds strong mechanically and electronically but my 2007 Mazda 6 gave me a solid 160K miles so I expect the same here.
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Great Little Car
Discerning Consumer, 09/20/2020
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2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After more than 9 years this car has needed zero repairs--never had anything this reliable. Not even squeaks or rattles. Only basic maintenance needed. Very sporty, quick, handles well, fun to drive, great gas mileage. We get 37-42 mpg on the highway, and about 31-32 mpg for combined driving. Rides a bit rough and road noise is a bit loud, and while the seats are very comfortable for a couple of hours or so they feel too firm on long trips, so not as great on very long trips, but 4-5 hours of driving in a day isn't too bad. Or maybe my butt is just too skinny, but my wife's skinny ass likes the seats just fine. I just wish the hatchback was more like a station-wagon shape as that deep long slope reduces cargo space, but we've traveled for a couple of weeks in it, and we don't travel light, so there is a lot of room.
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It's a perfect car to keep for a long time and fue
Jonathan , 10/15/2020
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I got the 2014 mazda 3 gt 2.5 hatch back its really good features fir a 2014 like back up camera nice and big nice screen for navigation push start 18 inch rims leather seats and dual climate control just no traffic or back up collision and it has 186 hp not to bad I been driving it for 4 years non stop haven't even changed the breaks yet it's been a good car no problems even past 100k I tinted the windows and I choose black and I find it's got good enough cargo for the hatch if i drop the seats more than enough the width is a bit small but that's ok the drivers seat has power adjust auto windows and power sunroof heated seats no cooling seats and no heated steering wheel but w.e auto headlights i find the lights are really good
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Fantastic stylish car
Ryan Endres, 08/30/2015
updated 09/04/2018
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with high expectations and my expectations have been more than satisfied. The car has great acceleration, the fuel economy is great and it looks so good! If you are debating whether or not to purchase this car I would highly recommend buying it!
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Worth The Wait
dudeimthirsty, 09/28/2013
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
32 of 61 people found this review helpful
Handsome. Fun. Tech. 3 words that sum up my new 3. I have had it for a week and the new car emotion hasn't subsided. The car simply looks good. It looks good at all angles. I have a snowflake pearl paint that looks good in the sun and somehow doesn't hide the nice lines of the fender across the body. I am your average commuter that doesn't necessarily have the luxury of a twisty commute but it is quite fun to steer the car. It gives me a good feel of the road. The infotainment center is awesome. It's pretty quick to pair your phone through BT or USB. There isn't a lag time at all when connecting. The commander control has a good feel. I find myself using it than steering controls.
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John Thoreson, 01/12/2016
updated 10/30/2017
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 20 people found this review helpful
The dealer never got the very expensive technology package to work correctly after several attempts. The GPS rarely worked and other technology features were unreliable (HUD wouldn't work, entertainment system would freeze, etc.). I got tired of continually bringing the car into the dealer and being without it for days so I got rid of it with only 17,000 miles on it.
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Great Value
JohnS, 08/31/2016
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I would rate everything about this car higher than I had hoped, with the exception of road noise. The engine is extremely quiet, but noise from tires and wind reminds me that this is not a luxury car! But the quality and amenities are good, and reliability seems great. Acceleration is impressive, too, even with the 2 L.
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Zoom Zoom fan
Moose, 07/16/2017
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car Is fun to drive, comfortable and well-designed. The cabin is a little noisier on the freeway than I thought it would be. That aside, I highly recommend the Mazda 3 hatchback with the 2.5 engine.
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Luke Hammer, 06/10/2019
2014 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ive owned my 3 for 5 1/2 - 6 Years, i have noticed and seen that this vehicle stands up to its name. Mazda has made a really fun vehicle with outstanding MPG i make average 35 to 38 MPG ( i have made up to 40 MPG,no BS. ) I'm blown away by the gas milage and the high compression motor they added to it. I haven't had any serious issues with this vehicle as i keep up with regular maintenance and ONLY use Castrol GTX Full Synthetic (As Mazda recommends). I do not like however that there is not a lot of options as far as increased performance. The only thing i have seen to put into this is a Cold air intake and an Exhaust. But nothing that would make it more beefy. I do recommend this vehicle, if you are a first time buyer, well worth it!
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Thrilled with my used S Grand Touring Hatchback
Mike in Connecticut, 03/24/2021
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've owned both 1985 and 1993 Mazda RX7s and loved them. I am astounded that this four door S Grand Touring with all of the options only weighs 202 pounds more than the two door 1993 RX7 sports car! Amazing that they can pack so much luxury and features into this car and still keep the weight down. I like that you can manually shift the six speed automatic and with the stick or the paddle shifters on the steering wheel. When I need to bust out fast I hit the sport button and put the transmission into manual shift and it rocks. I don't miss having a manual transmission at all. The car is such a pleasure to drive with so many features to make me comfortable and safe. I'm loving the radar adapted cruise control and the reverse warnings. The Bose sound system is excellent and the interior detail reminds me of BMW quality with the leather. I'm 6 months into my used car experience and have about 58,000 miles on it. I replaced the brakes with the Power Stop Z23 Evolution kit (for about the same price as OEM parts) and it was a definite improvement in stopping power and brake feel. I've got the OEM roof rack for surfboards and if you fold down one back seat you can stack snowboards back there. The Android Auto integration makes a big improvement over the stock system so that is well worth it if you have the choice. The car feels great to drive so I am thrilled with my car and now I like road trips again.
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nosake, 03/07/2015
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 59 people found this review helpful
When I first saw this Mazda 3 in red on the dealership lot, I knew I'd own it. My first Mazda. I had been looking for an affordable, efficient car for about two years.
Mazdocious
Ian Bowen, 07/03/2016
2014 Mazda 3 i Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 7 people found this review helpful
Noisy inside
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Disappointing gas mileage
drivesalotfl, 02/21/2014
2014 Mazda 3 s Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 75 people found this review helpful
The car is beautiful and fun to drive, but I haven't gotten near the advertised gas mileage, and that's the main reason I bought the car. I went for a 6 cylinder SUV to this, and the average mileage isn't all that much better. I even took it back to the dealer thinking something was wrong with the monitoring system, but they insisted it was accurate. I am lucky to get 29 MPG on the highway. I have also had issues with the Infotainment system - similar to those published by others in various forums - GPS system all of a sudden fails, doesn't recognize commands, fade has to be set all the way to the rear to get any sound out of the rear speakers.
A Much Worse Mazda 3
fj, 11/30/2016
2014 Mazda 3 s Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 32 people found this review helpful
I own two Mazda 3s, a 2012 sedan and a 2014 hatch. The former is fine, but the latter is a nightmare. In two years and two months I own it, with less than 28000 miles on odometer, I have to pay more than $2000 for repairs and replacement of parts, not counting regular maintenance. Let me tell you what happened to this 2014 Mazda 3. Just in 3-5 months of ownership, two tires flatted. Dealer claimed they must hit something that I did not recall, paid more $300 for each tire. In the first annual inspection, I was told one of the lights was not working. It was repaired under warranty. At one and half years, I heard a wired sound from rear bottom. Dealer told me a structure broke, and it was not under warranty, paid more than $400 for repairing. About two months later, I heard wired sound from a rear wheel, dealer told me the two rear brake pads plus rotors need to be replaced, and it was normal for the car at the time with 27000 miles on odometer, paid more than $500 for the replacement. A short time later, one of the front tires flatted, dealer told, again, it must hit something and asked to replace two front tires, paid another $500+ for replacement. All of these happened in the first two years of a new car. It seems the tires on the Mazda 3 can only be used on mirror smooth surface, otherwise they will break. So much waste of money and time on travelling to Mazda dealer. Shame of Mazda! Such poor quality and reliability! Now I only hope to trade in the two Mazda 3 soon and never go back to Mazda any more.
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Awesome ride!
David Sommers, 01/31/2018
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent fuel economy. Comfortable ride. Great looking vehicle. Speedy and feels almost like a sports car
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My Mazda 3 Delivered at Purchase and Trade In
Rick Harris, 02/24/2019
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I drove my Mazda 3 for five years and loved it. I sold my BMW money pit and went back to a reliable Mazda 3. I got a great price on the purchase and a best trade in value I ever received on a car. I used Edmunds to help me determine the trade in value and came within $200 of the high end trade estimate, so thank you Edmunds!
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Love my car!
C. Emi Kobayashi , 01/27/2023
2014 Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Mazda 3! Although I do have some problems with the navigation system tripping out once in awhile I am driving I love how responsive it is.
love it
walt, 05/01/2023
2014 Mazda 3 i Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
best mpg. 2 weeks to work on one tank and sill have gas
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