Buyer Beware...Severely Disappointed
KC, 05/15/2021
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
This was my second Mazda 3 purchased brand new. I previously owned a 2014 pre-owned Mazda 3 with approximately 45,000 at purchase. I had absolutely no issues with that car. It was a dream, which is why when it was totaled - I purchased my second Mazda. After about two years of ownership, less than 70,000 miles of highway commute, garage kept and regularly scheduled service/maintenance at Mazda dealerships - the car needs a replacement engine (camshaft retardation, metal in the engine) and a clutch assemmbly to the tune of $10,000. I was astonished. A Mazda forum documented other vehicle owners experienced the same issue but there has been no recall. I contacted Mazda USA for assistance. I shared the forum link with them and they essentially told me tough luck; it's beyond the warranty period; you didn't purchase an extended warranty, etc.
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Zoom Zoom Baby!
AmberRose, 07/10/2020
2017 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I traded my 2010 mazda3 sedan for the 2017 Mazda3 hatchback. Love it! Smaller engine as my 2010 was a 2.5 and this is a 2.0. But it still gets up and goes. I'm very happy with the 2017 Mazda3 sport! It handles great, drives smooth and very comfortable. The infotainment center is a perfect upgrade. I highly recommend this car and the dealership that I purchased it from, Freysinger Mazda in Mechanicsburg, PA. If you are a Mazda fan like myself then you already know the enjoyment of owning and driving one. If you're considering buying a Mazda3 then don't hesitate, you'll enjoy it! I've had my car 3 years and it's as perfect as when I first bought it!
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A sub $20,000 Maserati?
Joe, 08/26/2017
updated 03/01/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The 2017 Mazda 3 is a lot of car for the money. Interior materials better than anything in this class. (can you say Audi?) The chassis and slick six speed manual makes for an entertaining ride. I'm not sure how the G-Vector control works, but this is the best handling front wheel car I've owned (Previously owned a Hyundai Tiburon, Mitsubishi Eclipse and a Mazda MX3) This is my first four door car and it looks great. Park it next to a $70,000 Maserati Ghibli, and you'll wonder why Mazda doesn't have to pay Maserati a royalty fee for every car they sell. This is a great looking car. Have only owned it for three month so I cant speak for long term reliability. But I've had zero issues to date. Really like this car.
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Great Car for the Price
Emre Afsar, 07/05/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I am a car guy and traded in my wife's Lexus NX200t for the Mazda 3. While the MSRP is almost half of the Lexus' MSRP, it is comparable to the Lexus in terms of steering feel, handling, build and materials quality, and overall design. Car is loaded with active safety (FCW, BSM, RCTA, LKA) and convenience (heated steering wheel, HUD, adaptive LED headlights) features. Steering feel is absolutely excellent and performance is more than adequate for a compact hatchback. We love the design and the generous ground clearance rivaling most crossovers. Our only complaint is the road noise that is high even for this relatively cheap class of cars.
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Fun to drive at a great price
Jean-Luc Ronarch, 08/05/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is great little car. It is fun to drive, very good quality feel, all at a great price.
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