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This is my Second Mazda 3 GT. The first was a 2015
Tom T, 04/11/2017
updated 05/19/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car two weeks ago after having spent a year and a half with the 2015. And they've fixed the one thing I didn't like about the 2015. The NOISE. After having driven the previous car for 30,000 miles I had gotten to the point where highway trips were out of the question because of the road noise. The 2017 is much much quieter and slightly more composed. Also both have remarkable handling characteristics, but driving the 2017 is like driving around on rails. This new car has a manual transmission instead of the 2015's automatic. As good as the automatic is in the other car, driving a 4 cylinder car with a six speed automatic became an exercise in quickly finding the Sport Mode button and using the paddle shifters to approximate some kind of civilized driving . Still has all the qualities that make me love this car. Good looks, beautiful interior, incredible handling, excellent build quality, and because it's so easy to park, it's one of the best city cars I've ever driven. However the seats may be a challenge for the horizontally challenged. Update - Avg. MPG is sitting at 30.5 in mostly city driving. UPDATE: Trip to Eureka Springs and a trip to Denver both went off without a hitch. Seats are good for long distance driving.
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'17 Mazda3 GT
Arron Martinez, 02/08/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
First off, it has a proper 6-sp manual! Have only owned it a couple of weeks, so I can't speak to it's long-term reliability, yet. That said, I traded an Audi A4 Quattro for the Mazda and it was the best car-related decision I have ever made. While I do miss the way the turbo pushed me into the seat back, and the brilliant awd, the Mazda makes up for it in every other way. It has a higher power-to-weight ratio than the Audi, and the 185lbft of torque it makes really gets the lightweight moving off the line. Not to mention that the 184hp is enough to cause a slight amount of torque-steer when you run it through it's manual gears. The Mazda has a better interior, more comfortable seats, a better sounds system (I have the 9-seaker Bose), and is just as well equipped otherwise. And for a lot less money! Like, half as much. The Mazda's handling is superb, it corners like it's on rails, and the SkyActiv G-Vectoring Control is subtle and non-intrusive, yet amazing (I do a lot of mountain road driving). The brakes are as tight, and stop just as hard, as the Audi. The looks are beautiful and the LED headlights are excellent. I really have nothing negative to say about this car that isn't just being nit-picking. I would highly recommend this car to anyone looking at this class. Definitely pony-up for the premier equipment package. You get the LED lighting, navigation, and the heated steering wheel. (Which is amazing at 5:30am when it's 18° out)
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2nd Mazda 3
Mark, 03/21/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Drove a 2008 Mazda 3 until a tree fell on it. It had the larger engine and served me well. I'm enjoying the 2017 but the gas mileage is not good so far. Getting a combined 24 mpg and not what they claim on the window sticker. If fuel economy is high on your list, then go with the 2.0. If power and fun is high on your list, I highly recommend the 2.5. Also, there is some discussion about Japan made versus Mexico made. I test drove both and chose the Mexico 2.5. It was flawless inside and out. If the reliability is close to my 2008 then I will be a happy camper.
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Value with some perks - first impressions
Darrell Shultz, 11/19/2016
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
40 of 48 people found this review helpful
I bought this car three days ago and have put just over 100miles on it so this is truely a first impressions review. We bought this car to replace a small SUV. We needed gas mileage over space and this seemed like a really good option. The engine: with the 2.5 liter you push on the gas and it really responds. I did an extended test drive of the 2.0 engine and while it had good excelleration the sweet spot seemed to always be lagging. The 2.5 is a vast improvement and if your budget allows it's a must have. Smooth acceleration and quite a bit of kick for a 4 cyl. Is it going to keep up with the small hatches that have turbo chargers or 300hp. No, but if you want that you're probably looking at other cars, for a bit more money. The interior: we bought the Grand Touring with most options and while the layout is different from your normal car I can already see that it is achieving Mazdas goal of keeping your eyes on the road. With the controls to most everything down on the console instead of on the dash you can manipulate the Nav and radio mostly by touch. It's very intuitive and has a smart phone/iPhone style interface. The heads up display seemed a bit of overkill but I've already began to love it. If Mazda could of added preset driver recognition so you didn't manually have to change it every time a new driver got in that would be great but it takes 10 seconds to manipulate it. The leather is way nicer then you would expect from a mid-level hatch and the cars interior screams quality. With automatic everything; rain sensing wipers, automatic headlights, even automatic door locks with the smart key this car stands out and it has heated seats! The voice activated feature seems to work really well, the 7in touchscreeb is very easy to see and the 9speaker Bose stereo has sounded great. Ours has Nav but that wasn't a selling point. In today's world most of us are carrying Nav in our pockets but it's easy to use. The Exterior: the styling is very eye catching. We have the eternal blue mica and it really pops! We had a choice of this or white and the blue just made me look longer. With nicely tinted Windows it has great lines and The 18in rims are nice, some may want to upgrade but you won't need to. If you buy a lesser trim level with steel wheels it's a must the stock Mazda wheels kill the look of this car, but work within your budget. The ride in my opinion is on par for this kind of car. Will It feel like a SUV, no, your driving on low profile tires so you feel the road but it's reasonable for a car of this type. The one thing I didn't love was the cargo space floor. Typically the spare is under the cargo area and it is in this as well. Most cars have a piece or thin fabric covered wood or plastic between and it gives the cargo area a solid floor. This has a thick fabric that sit directly on styrofoam that surrounds the spare. It just feels cheap. I may try and add somthing in between to firm it up. Overall this car meets our needs and was in our budget. I'm looking forward to lower gas usage and long term reliability.
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MY 3RD MAZDA 3
SHM, 09/04/2017
updated 09/05/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I got the Touring version without any extras. It's about 90-95% of the GT for thousands less. Some say the driving experience is as good or better than a Audi A3. I compared the Touring with the mid range Audi feature by feature and the cars were nearly identical. Except for the hybrid oriented features of the A3. The Mz3HBT is a LOT of car for the $. The 2.5L matched with the manual is extremely satisfying. One thing potential buyers should know is there is NO hatch release button on the key FOB. And, the instrument panel is terrible, imho. But, get the automatic transaxle version, and you get a nice tachometer mounted front and center like in a Porsche 911. And a perfectly legible speedo. The other thing is, even though this isn't a 'hot hatch,' the Dunlop Sport 5000 M tires the car comes with are junk. Get a set of dedicated winter rims and tires, then a set of summer dedicated HP tires for the OE rims. This car DESERVES great tires! It would do everything better with great tires. I'd also recommend getting a set of WeatherTech front mats and cargo mat. The driver's side mat covers half of the carpeted dead pedal. Which might help reduce wear most complain about. Other than that, this is a mid $40K car in cheap's clothing. Well worth a consideration. Oh---> I didn't list the reliability because this car has just over 1000 miles. But, after owning 2 other Mz3 cars, I'll say just skip the extended warranty and save yourself $2-3K. And put that $ into winters wheels and mats. Then pocket the rest...
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From Kansas City MO to Crested Butte CO and back.
Tom T, 09/24/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I've had two Mazda 3 GTs. Both hatchbacks, both identical except the transmission. The 2015 was an automatic and the 2017 is a manual. Mazda has addressed my single complaint that made the 2015 virtually undriveable on the highway. Noise. The 2017 while still kind of loud, it is at least liveable and after 11,500 miles is turning out to be a really good choice. The car is quick, beautiful, comfortable and efficient and, while I don't care at all about fuel economy my average in city/highway driving is 31.2 mpg. But it's the handling and the interior design and execution that really blows my mind. Build quality is excellent too. I passed up a BMW 135 and the GTi specifically because of the interior in this car. My trip to and from Crested Butte consisted of several 2 hour long 85-90 mph stretches on US24 and I-70, (thanks to a BEL radar detector) and, over Monarch Pass the car was a paragon of stability and steering excellence. Look, before you default to the hideous looking Civic please just take a Sunday and drive to a Mazda store and look inside a Mazda 3 GT. See if you find ANY other car for less than $40,000 that looks this nice. Then rent a Mazda 3, any Mazda 3, and drive it for a few hours. Drive to Costco and lay the seats flat, then load the car full of stuff and see how fast you can drive home. You'll find out how comfortable and efficent these cars are.One other thing to point out is how easy it is to parallel park this car. I love that! And if you can find a GT hatch with a manual transmission like mine you should buy it. (The automatic is faster and drives almost as well)
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Overall a great ride!
Dave, 05/11/2017
updated 11/15/2019
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
Cons: Fuel economy continues to be poor compared to competition. Climate control sometimes has a mind of it's own when starting the car. Can't seem to find a sweet spot for the power seats. Original tires are wearing out quickly with only 23,000 miles. Yoga positioning needed to get in and out of the car if you don't want to bump your head. Poor rear seating accommodations. Pros: Still fun to drive. Has some punch with the 184 hp engine. Great cornering and handling. Timelessly beautiful styling inside and out. No service issues.
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Zoom, Zoom!
mcm0455, 05/08/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
After not have a manual transmission for the past 5 years, I really wanted to shift again. I was looking for a fun and inexpensive car that would meet my needs. Previous to purchasing this car, I owned a 15 Subaru Forester XT. While it met most of my needs, there were a few issues that popped up that made me weary to keep it much longer(I have posted my final impressions on this website of my 15 Forester). At any rate, I am so happy that I took a chance and downsized to this Mazda 3. For 22k($2000 cash back) this car is so well sorted. The leather seats provide excellent support, I have plenty of legroom(I'm 6ft2 200lbs) and headroom, the steering is surgically precise, and the clutch and shifter are buttery smooth. I was worried that going from a 250hp turbo to a 184hp engine was going to be a major bummer. Not so, the engine pulls strong throughout the rev range and has plenty of power for my needs. I recently drove it up a local canyon that starts at 4500 feet and ends and 8200 feet. It was the most fun I have ever had driving! The Bose stereo is very impressive and the back up camera has a nice, clean picture. The command knob takes about 30 seconds to figure out. This is a vehicle that has so many positive attributes, it is no wonder why Car and Driver has praised it so often. Gas mileage with less than 200 miles on it is still in the upper 20's in a mix of driving. There are a few downsides, but I knew of them before the purchase. Cargo capacity is on the small size though I was able to put (5) 5 gallons water jugs in the cargo with room to spare this morning. Rearward visibility in the rear corners is a bit limited, but with the backup camera and correct side mirror adjustments take away the blind spots for the most part. I can sit in the back seat where the drivers seat is adjusted fairly comfortably with more than enough headroom. I plan on keeping this car for several years, it is the first time in many years that I actually look forward to driving. Great car Mazda!
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A Cheap Man's SUV
Chad Pearling, 01/10/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My two previous cars were both Mazda Proteges, a 1994 1.8-liter and 1998 1.5-liter. This 2017 model gets significantly better gas mileage, has a lot more power, handles well and is quieter. My only complaints are minor (I have only had the car for seven weeks): 1) Some buttons seem backward to me, like the key fob where you press the top button to lock the door and vice versa to unlock the door. 2) I have found it difficult to get the seat high enough to see over the sloping hood without having the top of the steering wheel partially block the speedometer. 3) The stubs that keep the floor mats in place can be an annoying to foot placement. 4) Large posts somewhat restrict outward visibility, perhaps due to the extra reinforcement needed for a hatchback. After only seven weeks I can't speak to the long-term issues like reliability and maintenance. I waited until the 2018 models were out before buying this car (2017 Mazda3 Hatchback) and with a lot of research and patience felt I made a great deal getting the base model (Sport) for $17,600 which included tax, title and license (out-the-door price). The only add-ons were tinted windows (put on by the local dealer in the Phoenix, AZ area) and door bumper guards. I considered and test drove several other hatchbacks in the same class (Honda Civic, Chevy Cruze, Kia Forte) but as prices dropped and models disappeared the Mazda rose to the top as the best-for-the-buck I could get, and so far I'm as happy as could be.
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Great Except for Touch Screen
Joe, 12/29/2016
updated 01/08/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
22 of 30 people found this review helpful
Love our Mazda 3 overall with only one big exception -- more to follow on that. My wife and I bought the Mazda 3 for a commuting car. Love the peppy little 2.0 engine -- it routinely gets 40mph back and forth to work, it handles very well and it is very fun to drive. The road noise for a small car is low, which is quite amazing and the seats are very comfortable. The only issue I CANNOT STAND is the disabling of the touch screen while driving. I have a RAM 1500 truck that has a great touch screen that works during driving and is very easy to use. Mazda, in the name of safety, disables the touch screen while in motion and makes you use a terrible interface that makes dialing a phone or plugging an address into the NAV system a huge chore. My wife is usually with me during commutes but this system is not smart enough to know someone is in the passenger seat so they can use the touch screen. The interface is TERRIBLE and it takes a lot more concentration than just using a touch screen because you have to use a dial to "type in" an address or phone number. Reminds me of the old rotary phones from the 1950's. HORRIBLE interface and I wish they would fix it (easy software fix). I may not have purchased this car if I knew how much this would annoy me.
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Buyer Beware...Severely Disappointed
KC, 05/15/2021
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
8 of 11 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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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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Zoom Zoom Baby!
AmberRose, 07/10/2020
2017 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 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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An automobile that surprises all
Renan Marchet, 04/01/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car all around is comfortable and very fun to drive. Nothing feels cheap or doesn't make sense. The handling is superior to that of the Civic Hatch and its a lot more engaging with the manual. I think between the quality of the car and the fact that you can get manual on every trim level is a win. My only dislike is the road noise, it can be loud while on uneven roads and highways. However, that doesn't kill the fact that the car is all around amazing.
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Cheap Answer to a Base A3
SHM, 02/21/2019
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
If you want European laser steering and terrific handling, great midrange acceleration, CUV like utility without the sacrifices in driving dynamics, this might be your car. It's like a base (even better in areas) than a base Audi A3 at a fraction of the price. Overall quality is excellent. Overall feel behind the wheel is excellent. My 'toy' car is a 500+bhp Corvette Z06. And when I'm unable to drive the Z, this car is a wonderful consolation prize. My main complaints are: the instrument cluster is rubbish. The tach for the manual is a little LCD. Weird because the automatic has a lovely big tach in the center ala Porsche. And there's no interior or remote hatch release. A real PITA in this day and age. The sedan version, however has this. Not the hatchback. Somebody's been smoking something really good in product planning....
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On my 2nd Mazda! Zoom Zoom
Kelly Stafford, 04/02/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have owned 13 vehicles in my lifetime and needless to say never bought the same care twice, out from my Mazda 3. The first Mazda I put over 100,000 - No issues ever, drove it to Snowshoe in the middle of winter and drove through the snow like a 4 wheel drive! Now I am on my next Mazda 3 and so far so good and it is super snazzy looking too!
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2017 Mazda3 GT vs 2012 Audi 3 TDI - Premium
Cosmo, 04/27/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
We were looking for a vehicle to replace our diesel Audi A3 Sportback and initially intended to get the VW Sportwagen. We got the Mazda3 mainly because of aesthetics and a great price for a GT automatic. If anyone is going thru the same process and looking for a viable replacement, here is my list of comparisons between the 2 vehicles. Rear cargo space: The Audi A3 is more of a true wagon style, indicated by the 8-window styling. The Mazda3 is a true hatchback, which has the same cargo space in the back but because of a shorter, lower roof line it is less roomier than the A3. INTERIOR - Leather seats: The A3 has full leather seats, meaning the whole seat including the back is leather. The M3 is described as "leather trim", meaning only the backrest & seat are leather. The sides of the seats are high-quality 'pleather'. Since it is newer than the A3, the M3 has 2 USB and an SD card slot which can load a navigation OS if you opt out of the NAV pkg. It also has heads-up display that reflects of a clear viewing window that automatically pops-up when driving. Audi A3 had none of these in the premium trim. The interiors in both are plastic but the M3 is more noticeably cheaper looking & Audi does a better job masking it with a matte-textured finish and storage netting in both driver/pass wheel wells. The A3 rear has A/C vents where the M3 does not. The A3 has a pass-thru to the rear-cargo area, the M3 does not. Can't really compare MPG between the 2 because one is diesel which hands down, the A3 shines. Exterior: Both had side-indicator lights but again, since the M3 is newer, it also has side avoidance warning. However, the A3 had HID headlights and running lights. This is only available in additional option in the M3 including a safe-braking feature option. Reliability: Our A3 has only gone in for routine maintenance and new tires. At 75K, it still has original brakes, batteries and A/C, etc which in-itself impressive. We'll see how our Mazda3 holds up. Conclusion: It's German vs. Japanese. There are differences if you know what to look for. Hope this helps.
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Noting Handles like a Mazda
B Betts, 06/08/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
LOVE THIS CAR!!!
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"Zoom-Zoom" still applies! Great value too
D.L., 08/26/2019
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
If you are in the market for something a little more interesting in a daily driver than a "typical" subcompact, this should definitely be on your list. If you get the top level trim, you get near luxury level quality on the interior in one very reliable package and a bigger engine. You can do what I did and wait a couple of years for the price to drop, and this becomes an amazing value. This isn't going to win any speed records, but this definitely improves the daily drive with amazing handling and enough HP to overtake most cars on the freeway. There is near zero roll when you turn any corner. You have to try it to believe it. Only cons: tire sound is quite loud on the inside, it's not the smoothest ride (so passengers may complain), and the sound system, while high quality, sort of sounded like it was calibrated toward the very center of the car. Overall it felt more composed and heavier than a Miata MX-5--still plenty of fun though. You should try it and see for yourself.
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zoom Zoom but with issues
Fred, 03/07/2020
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 24 people found this review helpful
I have a 2017 Mazda3 hatch...overall it has been a good car until recently. I was driving home last week when I heard a big explosion. I thought I blew a tire but it soon became obvious my sunroom blew out. I brought my car in to the dealership and they told me it was hit by a rock (moon rock)? Still under warranty but too bad! I was then told that the sunroof is non tempered glass....hmmm...this is a low car and I have already replaced the windshield and have several windshield nicks. Why non- tempered? I will not buy a 3 again...too many issue...loved the zoom zoom, but too low and too many issues.
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Love our zoom, zoom
Brenda Lavato, 09/09/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I looked around for months at different cars, this model caught my eye and was very happy with the research on safety and fun driving. Love that some many extras come with the car. Only thing I was surprised that navigation was not included. Other than that very happy with the car. It's a great, fun car to drive and the gas mileage is a win, win for us.
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My 3rd Mazda 3
Tcl, 10/03/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sub 20k... Tons of tech - drivess GREAT - sips gas
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Great Driving and Driver Assist Features
ken, 01/10/2018
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car is nimble, rides well, and is comfortable. Rear seat access and comport are decent, as is storage space. We're shopping for modern driver assist features and this car's are the best so far - in particular the lane departure warning offers the choice of steering wheel shaking (my favorite) as well as two sound modes (tone and "rumble") with three volume levels where-as other makes we've considered offer just one sound at a low level, easily drowned out by road noise. The MT and clutch are great and though I prefer MT in general, the AT version performed very well and I'd be happy with either. This car is on our short list. (It will be replacing an older and much loved Jetta diesel with MT, our other cars are an E30 series BMW with MT and Subaru Outback with AT).
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Almost perfect
Anaswar Raj, 03/08/2021
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I previously owned VW GTi and Honda Accord before moving to the Mazda 3 GT. Mine is fully loaded with white leather seats. The car handles really good, especially around corners, compared to the competition. Also the insurance is way cheaper compared to the civic and The corolla in Ontario. The gear shift is almost seamless and has no lag. Reliability is awesome so far and Has no Body rust for a 4 year old car in Ontario. On average I get 7L/100Km on 65% highway drive between home and work. But my only concern is the front seat. I am 5’7” but I find the seats very uncomfortable. My Sitting posture is normal unlike so many who like to recline their seats too much and stretch their hands completely while reaching for the steering. The head rest is pushing my head forward too much and the lumbar support is not enough. My cousin who is 5’9” was also having the same complaint meanwhile 2 of my other friends who own the same car has no problem with it. This could be a problem to a small number of people like me. But overall a great car to own.
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Good vehicle with some annoying shortcomings
Peter, 10/05/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2017 Mazda Hatchback just a month ago. Overall I like this vehicle a lot - it is reasonably priced, it looks great, it handles well, it delivers good fuel economy. Due to its shape, the practicality (cargo volume and rear visibility) suffers a bit, but that is a compromise I agreed to do with when I decided to buy the car. After a month of ownership and only few hundred miles (the car spent two weeks at the dealer because of a defective GPS antenna which resulted in the I bought a 2017 Mazda Hatchback just a month ago. Overall I like this vehicle a lot - it is reasonably priced, it looks great, it handles well, it delivers good fuel economy. Due to its shape, the practicality (cargo volume and rear visibility) suffers a bit, but that is a compromise I agreed to do with when I decided to buy the car. After a month of ownership and only few hundred miles (the car spent two weeks at the dealer because of a defective GPS antenna which resulted in the navigation system to be inoperable) I decided to report my first impression. The other reviewers talked a lot about the positive attributes, so I will focus on the dislikes and the minor issues I found: 1) The 6th gear is too short. RPMs go over 3K @ 80mph. IMO, it should be a true cruising gear (which is how it is set up in the automatic transmission for the same vehicle) 2) Cigarette Lighter power outlet stays always on (unless I haven't yet figured out how to change). That is really annoying because you have to remember to unplug your devices every time you leave your vehicle for a prolonged period of time. 3) The wind noise is very intrusive when the windows are open. It is not only loud, but it makes a very unpleasant pulsating/resonating sound. 4) The entire dashboard reflects in the windshield - very distracting. I think it is caused by the angle of the windshield and some sharp edges on the surface of the dashboard itself. 5) No dead pedal cover. 6) E-brake operation. Sometimes it appears to be engaged (light on) but it does not stay on when I release the button - have to be careful to make sure it is on. I miss the traditional hand brake lever. 7) Illogical car key function (in the lower trim version I own). You have to use key fob button to open the doors (so you have to take the key out of your pocket). Then you start the vehicle using a "start" button. What do you do with the key? It is easy to forget to put it back to your pocket and just put them in the center console (or in a storage bin) and then forget about it when you leave the vehicle and lock yourself up. 8) Bad rear visibility - small rear windows and big pillars look sexy, but this design poses safety problem. navigation system to be inoperable) I decided to report my first impression. The other reviewers talked a lot about the positive attributes, so I will focus on the dislikes and the minor issues I found: 1) The 6th gear is too short. RPMs go over 3K @ 80mph. IMO, it should be a true cruising gear (which is how it is set up in the automatic transmission for the same vehicle) 2) Cigarette Lighter power outlet stays always on (unless I haven't yet figured out how to change). That is really annoying because you have to remember to unplug your devices every time you leave your vehicle for a prolonged period of time. 3) The wind noise is very intrusive when the windows are open. It is not only loud, but it makes a very unpleasant pulsating/resonating sound. 4) The entire dashboard reflects in the windshield - very distracting. I think it is caused by the angle of the windshield and some sharp edges on the surface of the dashboard itself. 5) No dead pedal cover. 6) E-brake operation. Sometimes it appears to be engaged (light on) but it does not stay on when I release the button - have to be careful to make sure it is on. I miss the traditional hand brake lever. 7) Illogical car key function (in the lower trim version I own). You have to use key fob button to open the doors (so you have to take the key out of your pocket). Then you start the vehicle using a "start" button. What do you do with the key? It is easy to forget to put it back to your pocket and just put them in the center console (or in a storage bin) and then forget about it when you leave the vehicle and lock yourself up. 8) Bad rear visibility - small rear windows and big pillars look sexy, but this design poses safety problem.
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Could Hold More Stuff in my Old Mazda
JC Metrowest Boston, 11/28/2016
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 10 people found this review helpful
Lots of improvements over the Mazda Protege5 (shifter, noise/comfort levels, interior feel, engine, fuel economy, etc.) and I almost bought it. The hangup was despite the larger cargo capacity number on the 2017 Mazda3 hatchback, I could easily fit my kids two hockey bags in the old Mazda, but not the new one.
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Mexico Special!?
Brad, 04/17/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Some don't come with cd players, BUY the JAPANESE one!!! Love this car it just seems a little smaller in leg room in the sunroof, Also I have the gt with like no lane assist or Cruise radar love. I'm just very disappointed I wasn't told about any of this. Do they make the parts in Mexico? I too wish the hatch had a little more support for the drive inn. I'm afraid I'm gonna break it! Seriously I do absolutely love this car but come on Mazda! Someone please tell me my chocolate accents are from Japan and just assembled in Mexico, Nothing against Mexico at all I just wanna know if my parts will be Japanese? Resale if not is a huge factor. And no cd player come on, WHIFF! Also no plate screw holes in grill or back except 2 and 2? 2017 Mazda 3 5 door GT...Any Answers?
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Fun
Ronald White, 05/10/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I went with the manual transmission and very happy I did,it makes this a fun car to drive.To me it handles like a sports car.
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So far so good
Gman, 12/02/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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Couple weeks with the new car. Fun to drive. Looks great. Gas mileage is good.
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Ole Skeeter (Mazda 3 grand touring hatch)
Meathead1986, 10/02/2019
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Picked this up as a new 2017 (yes in 2019). Had 890 miles on it and out the door for $21k. Got the new car warranty with it and everything. Car is nothing short of awesome and handles perfectly with plenty of power. Has the grand touring package so plenty of added features and should do me tons of good for a long time. This car is timeless and is an adults hatchback as i dont feel like some high school kid in a focus rs or something... These guys meant buiseness and I can understand the appeal for them to market a car towards successful adults. Great job Mazda and look forward to many happy miles on this thing!!! ***UPDATE*** New review now that I've had the car for about a week. First of all, don't be afraid of this due to price and what some people may say about lack of updates. Sometimes a car company just executes a well-rounded vehicle with the technology currently available... That's exactly what Mazda has done here. Nothing inside the car is newly developed or outrageously techy. That being said they've done a VERY good job with this and I believe that it'll go quite a few miles and provide some happiness doing it. Engine: Though it isn't turbo'd, a rotary, or anything crazy, the 2.5 is a very good motor. Quiet and refined it's meant for those that are past the kid days of old and grown out of the Focus RS but still want that sporty feeling and all the comfort that goes with it.There's more than enough pull to keep almost anyone happy yet it feels grown up in a sense. Handling: This is where this car shines the most. Ride is well balanced and planted with steering inputs being super precise and bumps being adequately absorbed while maintaining that sporty feel with the 18" wheels/tires. With spirited driving on an circle-type on ramp I clocked about 65 at the end of the curve which is remarkable. Great job here Features: As stated before this isn't some feature rich car meant to keep you busy. It's more minimalistic in nature and everything has a purpose. But what it does do, it does extremely well... Bose sound is nothing short of amazing, everything is always there and works when needed, and the way this things doesn't understeer in hard turning is mind blowing.... it stays very planted! Comfort: Though it lacks lumbar support, saved driver settings and things like that it is a very comfortable car to be in for a long time.I spend about an hour of my day in it and haven't felt fatigued at all. Plus the heated seats are perfect.... Actually wish mine had the heated wheel and everything that goes into the tech package... but got a great deal for mine. Gas Mileage: Right now I think it's too soon to say as I've got just over 1.1k miles (800 when purchased) on mine (driven about 300 miles since bought) yet still have 1/4 of a tank. Not sure how much of that gas has been in the car since it was put on the lot about 3 years ago but I'm sure I'll see an improvement after I get some premium in it... been averaging about 26mpgs with mixed/aggresive driving... which seems pretty good. Overall impression of this car is very good. Though things in the car may be of a dated sense it's been done very well and I haven't heard of many dissapointed mazda owners much less seen many for sale used without some substantial miles on them...
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Spb, 04/03/2021
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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Great car. 61k and very little has gone wrong. 2.5 engine is great for a 4 banger and is torquey. Handling, with the exception of the torque steer, is great for a car of this price. Paint is terrible, looked sandblasted by 40k.
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Traded Subaru for a Mazda
Pyrrhus, 03/02/2022
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Prior to a Mazda3 Grand Touring I had a 2015 Subaru Impreza that had a constantly falling apart interior within two months of me owning it. I finally got fed up with the car and traded it in for a 2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring and I have grown to love this car, it is the best driving car I have ever owned and the interior has been a dream except some wear on the leather on the drivers seat that I am going to make sure to prevent in the future. The safety features are amazing and has saved me from a few car accidents in the year and a half I have owned it. Gas mileage isn't great but that is more of my lead foots fault but when I drive at slower speeds and watch my MPG I get around 27 MPG in the city and about 34 MPG on the freeway.
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Loved my Mazda 3...great car
Dave, 11/18/2022
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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I just sold my 2017 Mazda 3 after 5 years of ownership and 30k trouble free miles. This was a really fun car to drive with fantastic steering and good zip from the 2.5 liter engine, which is a pretty big 4-cylinder for a car of this size. Loved the handling and the interior and all the features (radar cruise control, Bose stereo, etc.).
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Mr ZoomZoom, 08/25/2024
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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Got nothing bad to say about this car. everything works still, runs like a charm, the only thing it needed in seven years was a new set of tires, oilchanges and a new battery. that is it. can't say that about some other cars I have owned over many years.
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Good car... Long term? Will see.
Mcdaddy, 01/28/2025
2017 Mazda 3 Touring 2.5 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Very pleased with my 2017 Mazda Hatch once I got quieter tires to reduce cabin noise . At 70K miles however is using oil to the tune of a half quart or more every every 6 or so months with no apparent leaks.
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Great Value
Rob Eastep, 07/16/2017
2017 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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We were looking for a nice economic car for our kids and have found the Mazda 3 to be a great value. Purchased the car mainly due to safety rating and equipment.
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