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Zippy but refined
David Tate , 03/22/2018
updated 10/08/2020
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
83 of 84 people found this review helpful
After spending the past number of years driving large SUVs, I finally made the leap back into a smaller, sportier car. I’ve considered other smaller cars over the years, but none really piqued my interest for one reason or another. I wanted a driver’s car but wasn’t really wanting to pay a premium price. I also wanted a practical car but didn’t want to sacrifice performance and pure fun. For me, the Mazda 3 is a perfect amalgamation of what I’ve been looking for. It’s sporty yet refined, small but not minute, and practical but not boring in the least. It handles way better than anything in it’s price range. The fuel efficiency rivals some hybrid cars. The interior is flawless. The seats envelope the driver perfectly and lend a feeling of mutual comfort and secure fit. For the price, the engine is quick enough. Sure, I’d rather be in the 250 HP range, but that would require a compromise in aesthetics or a price increase of at least $15k. At this point, I’m extremely pleased with my purchase. Do your own research on this car and compare it to others in its price range and above. For pure driving experience and design, you won’t find anything comparable. Highly recommended. Update Oct 2020: still loving this car. It still drives as great now as the day I bought it. I ending up buying my daughter the CX 30 and she loves her car as well.
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Practical and fun are not mutually exclusive
Michael Gallegos, 07/14/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
40 of 40 people found this review helpful
Just bought a 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback Sport and I cannot rave more about this car. I absolutely love it. I was looking for something affordable, reliable, and fuel efficient. In other words practicality was my number one concern and the hatchback delivers as promised. It has plenty of cargo space with the rear seats folded down. It supplies all that I mentioned while looking good and putting a smile on my face. The car has adequate power for merging on the highway and passing. It is also a blast to push through corners/curvy roads. The cars handles extremely well and the powertrain is eager to play while in sport mode. I consistently exceed the EPA estimates for MPG. I'll usually get around 29-31 MPG in the city and 39-42 mpg on hwy (with free flowing traffic going around 65 mph of course). Keep in mind this is all with an automatic. I was going to go for the 6 speed manual but I deal with LA traffic on my daily commute and could no longer bare it with a manual so I opted for the auto. If you're looking for something practical that isn't an appliance I would definitely recommend at least test driving the mazda 3.
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Great Car at this Pricepoint
Matt, 09/25/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
34 of 34 people found this review helpful
Was coming out of a C Class Mercedes and wanted a hatchback for less than 30K. My list of desired attributes was quite long, and the Mazda 3 checked every box save one, which I’ll get too later. The car is built for those who enjoy driving and that can’t be emphasized enough. Just sitting in the drivers seat informs you that everything is engineered with the driver in mind. Out on the road the engine is responsive, the steering direct, and the suspension is a sheer delight. The interior is beautifully designed and better than most anything at this pricepoint. Further, everything works as designed. The Bose stereo is quite nice and a must have. I got the premium package so every safety feature imaginable is on the vehicle. Most of these I didn’t have on my 2015 Mercedes. The blind spot monitoring is my favorite safety nanny, just disable the audio notifications or it will drive you nuts. After driving over 1600 miles I’m averaging a little over 31 mpg, which is quite nice for a car this sporty. The front seats are very comfortable and fit both me and my wife like a glove. The suspension is firm and with the 18 inch wheels you can feel some bumps. But on balance the ride is superb. My 89 year old mom is quite comfortable In either the front or the back. The only negative with the car is road noise, which has been documented quite well in the professional reviews of the car. I took 2 extended test drives to make sure it was acceptable as a daily driver. On most surfaces it is just not a big deal, and in fact compares favorably with higher priced cars. And understand, I was previously driving a Mercedes. But on concrete surfaces the road noise is definitely transmitted into the cabin. The overall positives of the vehicle far outweigh this one issue though. Drive for yourself and be the judge. For me, it’s a great car to drive and a steal of a deal in the compact class.
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Very happy
Ron, 12/18/2017
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
33 of 33 people found this review helpful
Just the right combination of performance, saftey, space and reliability. Its big enough to carry my gear but small enough to park easily in the city. I cant beleive I am getting well over 30 mpg in a 50/50 highway/local mix. Id buy it again in a heartbeat.
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Mazda, The Gerpanese Car Company
Bill in GR, 04/02/2019
updated 10/07/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
Mazda is for people who appreciate a fine-quality feel of things, but not the price premium which often accompanies owning a car from a prestige European brand. The 2018 Mazda3 Touring has many upscale touches and features, and feels distinctly German in engineering and execution, but with a healthy dose of Japanese practicality and reliability thrown in, for a reasonable price point. For instance, each time I show off my 2018 Mazda3 5-door Touring, the first comment is invariably, "Wow, this interior is amazing," followed by, "It feels just like my Audi, except there's no check engine light." The controls are well-placed, have a nice weight to them, and operate precisely. The steering wheel is especially nice in a car of this price and category. Over all, the interior presentation, tight panel gaps, and precision operation make this car feel more European than Asian. Toyotas may be bulletproof, Hondas may be as smooth as sewing machines, but Mazda has character which is something other than generic Japanese car. I have received comments on the exterior styling along the lines of "sporty and Mercedes like". At a little over $17,000, the car looks smart to me, not just attractive. Getting the Touring package netted me 18" wheels, heated seats, Apple Car Play, and a host of the most important active safety features Mazda has to offer - though it does not include HID or LED headlights, which is regrettable. In fact, as the price climbs, the value proposition starts to diminish a little bit with the Mazda3. Grand Touring models exceed the prices of other manufacturers' competitive offerings, which is fine if you are looking primarily for safety features, comfort and "specialness". But at those loftier prices, the Mazda's lack of a turbocharged engine, (like its competitors'), is noticeable. While the 2.5 liter inline 4 is capable, it is no powerhouse, and must be revved to be fully exploited. Mid-range passing punch is notably subdued when compared with a turbo 4 cylinder. However, if you do not like the idea of a smaller displacement, turbocharged motor, Mazda3 is one of the last on the market with a larger displacement, naturally aspirated four cylinder. The upshot is, with the 2.5 liter, the Mazda3 is adequate, (at sea level). I have not driven a 2.0 liter for reference, but I can guess subpar would be a good adjective. The pretty styling means some compromise to utility, over a Golf or Civic. Both have more accommodating back seat areas for parents of kids in car seats, and Uber drivers. In the final analysis, the utility, storage and ingress/egress were good enough for my needs and use of the car. Your mileage may vary. My 2018 Mazda3 hatchback is largely as impressive or more impressive than Audi A3 or Mercedes A Class, for a mere fraction of the price. I highly recommend putting a Mazda3 on your comparison list and go drive one.
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A great compromise between practical and fun
Brad Payne, 01/01/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for 2 months and am still amazed is only a 2.0L 4 cylinder and is less then $30k. It is a blast to drive. Handles great, accelerates well. The interior looks and feels like a high end SUV. I'm still amazed by the features and quality for the price. The NAV is better then average, but as usual, your cell phone is better. (Mazda, please consider Android Auto / Apple Car Play!). The controls for all the technology are simple to use. The Bluetooth and TXT to Speach works great. The Lane Correction continually sees tar repair seams in I75 as edges in the road. This is by far my biggest disappointment. I have disabled it to prevent it from trying to steering me into another lane, Which it attempts to do on a regular basis. The radar cruise control makes long drives on the highway so much less fatiguing and yes, it still works with the Manual Transmission! The heated seats heat up fast and the heater steering wheel is a nice touch. The seats fold down easily and the hatchback opens to allow about a 28" tall object. With the seats down, I have about a 40" Wide by 50" deep buy 28" tall usable cargo space. If you need the practical car that has a decent cargo room but drives like a sports car, this is a great fit.
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2018 mazda3 sport Excellent car.
Wstraube, 06/10/2018
updated 06/11/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
2018 mazda3 sport with PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PACKAGE $1,000 16-inch Alloy wheels Bright beltline trim Heated body-color dual power doormirrors w/ turn signal lamps Premium cloth-trimmed sport seats Rear seat armrest w/ cupholders Auto On/Off headlights Rain sensing windshield wipers Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring14 with Rear Cross Traffic Alert15 With rebates and dealer sale price just under $20k out the door. We purchased this car for our daughter who is starting to drive in the next few months. I know new car for a teenager! I felt the same way, but we looked at late model used cars and what you got for $10k-12k was not worth it. Four year old Chevy Cruze with 65k miles for 10k. No warranty no history. Real crap shoot. In my opinion most people who buy inexpensive small cars can’t afford much and don’t do the routine maintenance. By the time you put tires, brakes and change all the fluids etc. you are close to what something new would cost. The dealer we purchased the car from is my wife’s Mercedes dealer and we really like them. So we had history with them and that was another deciding factor. Other cars in this category were more expensive, Kia, Cruze, Honda and Toyota. All over 20k before tax and title. All except the Ford Focus. They are closing them out and the SE was just over 15k. We did a test drive and I got to tell you what a cheep car the focus is! Just inside and out no comparison to the Mazda. It’s not surprising that ford is going to stop making cars and move towards trucks / SUV’s. I think you can tell a lot about a car company by how much effort they put into their small cars and the focus seems like ford needed a car for this category and didn’t put much effort into it. At retail of 22k there is no way you would buy this over the others. Even the Chevy Cruze is a better car and I’m not a GM fan. The only way I see ford selling these cars is to heavily discount them. First impression of the Mazda3 is how nice it is inside. For the Botton of the line “sport” it doesn’t feel cheep. Again compared to the ford, wow. It’s amazing how these small car have evolved. Just all the small touches, all the safety features, airbags, backup camera, Smart City Brake (very important for new drivers), blind spot warning. Push button start, temperature gage, two trip computers, auto lights and wipers, cruise control, A/C, locking gas cap, mpg computer, etc. In the old days bottom of the line cars didn’t come with any of these features. You didn’t get A/C or an automatic transmission. Now it’s all pretty standard. With the smaller 155 HP motor this car has plenty of pep. With three of us in the car and the A/C on it had plenty of passing power on two lane highways. It even has a “sport”mode that I haven’t tried yet. So far we are very impressed with this car. We got the mica blue with the aluminum wheels. Beautiful little car. I think Mazda make some of the most beautiful cars and suvs out there. Toyota’s have gotten so bizarre looking these past few years. There was a red mazda6 on the lot with a black and cream interior for $30k. Just a beautiful car. Looks like a much more expensive car. Much better looking than the Mercedes on the same lot for $20k less. If Mazda can make their “cheep”car this nice I’m sure their other higher models are excellent. I think Mazda is doing a complete model change on the 3 in 2019 so I’m guessing why we got this under $20k. I know other cars in this class rate higher but this car is worth a look at if you are in the market for a $20k-22k car. One year of owning the Mazda and it’s been a great car. My 16 year old daughter is now driving it and it’s a nice, safe economical car for her. No problems at all so far. Just oil changes. For the Michigan winter we had last year we put michelin x-ice snow tires on it and it went through anything. I highly recommend snow tires. I know they are expensive but worth the money when you figure your kid with very little winter driving experience is driving it.
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My 4th 3
Doctor J, 12/28/2017
updated 07/10/2023
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
30 of 33 people found this review helpful
My wife and I are sold on Mazdas. She has a 2017 CX5 and I just purchased a 2018 3 Grand Touring with 6 speed manual. They are designed well, good workmanship, up to date electronics, and very reliable. The 6 speed manual is great fun, an easy and tight throw to the shifting and very responsive in every gear. On highway trip yesterday got 37.1 mpg.
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Victor S, 11/11/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Have a 2010 now a 2018 hatchback too. Hatchback gives way more versatility for active people. Put on a hitch receiver for a bike rack. Smooth riding smooth shifting and great gas mileage. Car looks great. Hope this one is as reliable as the first one, which still drives like new with 120,000 miles. Happy so far.
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Like All Cars: Mixed Bag!
Gary, 12/19/2017
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Great-looking car and there are some good deals out there to be had. Handles well, and has a comfortable interior and lots of nice safety features. Not a roomy back seat, no CD player, cumbersome infotainment system for the novice, smallish trunk, and more road noise than I would like. But fun to drive and pretty good on gas. I'm hoping it will be reliable.
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Rented for four weeks
Deedee, 07/08/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Out of the dozen cars I rented over the years I found this to be a Car I am interested in buying now. It was enjoyable to drive, good on gas and comfortable.
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Great Hatchback
scott eisner, 12/21/2018
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2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Great combination of sportiness, utility, comfort and economy. High quality throughout. Updated, 6/19. Still really enjoying this car. 12/26/20: swapped oem Dunlops for Michelin Pilots a/s 3's. Huge handling and ride improvement. Overall, still really enjoying this car.
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Love my first car
Jin Ju, 07/21/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I knew for a fact Mazda has been growing in popularity these recent years, so I leased my first car as the 2018 Mazda 3 Touring. I get compliments on its look, and how smooth the ride is. Interior is simple, but highly functional. Compared to the 2018 Acura ILX, I personally found the interior of the Mazda more up to date. Leather seats are comfortable, and I am so pleased with the many additional safety features including blind spot warnings and it’s smart brake system. Huge bonus, it’s Bose speakers are amazing! It definitely makes a difference in sound quality, and now when I am riding in a different car, their music usually sounds dull. I love my Mazda3!
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Pound for pound the compact car Champion!
Raymond J, 01/06/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Know this...Mazda makes great automobiles! Purchased my Mazda 3 hatch, on December 30, 2017. The last sale of the year, and I received a great deal with a lot of extras. The car does everything very well, and I plan to have a blast driving to and from work every weekday. If you want a drivers car...Mazda 3 is it!
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Best vehicle in its class!
V Hines, 08/06/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
If you are looking for vehicle with high performance, comfort and great looks then this is the car for you. My family is very pleased with our first Mazda so when it was time to purchase a vehicle for our daughter, we went back and bought a second one. It’s her first car and we want her experience to be a positive one and it was! The folks at AutoNation Mazda in Roseville are professional, friendly and non-pushy. They listened and allowed us time to make our decision. They went out of their way to get us the exact car and color!!! The price was better we expected. We highly recommend buying a car from there.
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Made the right decision!
B. Rogers, 03/09/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I can't believe I got a vehicle of this quality at this price point. The interior is luxury and super comfortable. The infotainment isn't 100% seamless but doesn't have any problems at all. Driving it is great and after the couple of weeks I've had it, I'm only more confident that I made the right decision.
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Excellent car with great price
Mangesh, 08/16/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I got Mazda 3 Grand Touring 2018 Automatic, Its overall an excellent sedan as compared other similar prized sedans. 2.5 L Engine with 184 HP power is absolutely great as compared to Honda Civic and Corolla. handling and ride is perfect. The only issue I feel with Mazda 3 Sedan is less cargo space and rear seats are good for the kids but for adults with more heights its tough to get in.
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Adept at all things: The 2018 Mazda 3
John, 11/15/2020
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
After owning this car for a year I have found that it is a spunky car with adequate power, comfortable seats, a decent ride and really agile handling. This is a driver’s car and if you cannot appreciate steering feel, controlled body motions and lively acceleration, this car is not for you. This car feels tied down in everyday driving and upon pushing the car to its limits handles flawlessly, with direct steering and predictable amounts of rear end rotation. The powertrain is weak when compared with hot hatches like the VW GTI but in normal driving, especially with a stick shift, power is readily available. Keeping up with traffic is easy as the engine produces most of its power around 3,500 rpm which means unlike a Honda, you don't have to reach into the upper level of the power band to survive a daily commute. The interior seating is comfortable, although the back seat is tight and headroom is lacking. The trunk is small, especially in hatchback form but with the backseats folded this car can carry a lot of cargo. The fuel economy is a bit low for the class especially when comparing a manual transmission version to an automatic transmission in a rival car, however the power delivery and handling competence make it worth it, for an engaged driver. 45mpg on the highway is attainable at 55mph and 38 is attainable at 65mph which is less impressive than some other competitors, but still very high. The ride is sporty and therefore does not shield bumps as well as one may expect but this car is not harsh by any means. The infotainment system is aggravating even with Apple Carplay, and requires a lot of scrolling around to get to different choices, which is something that will only bother you when you are stuck in rush hour traffic and getting frustrated anyway. This car is also loud on the highway, especially because the final drive ratio on the 6 speed manual is high, which means at 75mph the engine is turning at 3,000 rpm. While this low final drive ratio makes the car have lots of passing power it also makes the car loud, which makes for an annoying combination when driving in the rain as the radio volume must be raised substantially. Overall if you are looking for a car that is an appliance and just drives in traffic well and is a good commuter, this is not the car: get a Corolla, Elantra or Civic. This car makes entrance ramps thrilling, opens roads adventurous and surprises a couple people in VW GTIs when they have to wind the piss out of their engine to overtake you when lanes merge.
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Adept at all things: The 2018 Mazda 3
John, 11/15/2020
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
After owning this car for a year I have found that it is a spunky car with adequate power, comfortable seats, a decent ride and really agile handling. This is a driver’s car and if you cannot appreciate steering feel, controlled body motions and lively acceleration, this car is not for you. This car feels tied down in everyday driving and upon pushing the car to its limits handles flawlessly, with direct steering and predictable amounts of rear end rotation. The powertrain is weak when compared with hot hatches like the VW GTI but in normal driving, especially with a stick shift, power is readily available. Keeping up with traffic is easy as the engine produces most of its power around 3,500 rpm which means unlike a Honda, you don't have to reach into the upper level of the power band to survive a daily commute. The interior seating is comfortable, although the back seat is tight and headroom is lacking. The trunk is small, especially in hatchback form but with the backseats folded this car can carry a lot of cargo. The fuel economy is a bit low for the class especially when comparing a manual transmission version to an automatic transmission in a rival car, however the power delivery and handling competence make it worth it, for an engaged driver. 45mpg on the highway is attainable at 55mph and 38 is attainable at 65mph which is less impressive than some other competitors, but still very high. The ride is sporty and therefore does not shield bumps as well as one may expect but this car is not harsh by any means. The infotainment system is aggravating even with Apple Carplay, and requires a lot of scrolling around to get to different choices, which is something that will only bother you when you are stuck in rush hour traffic and getting frustrated anyway. This car is also loud on the highway, especially because the final drive ratio on the 6 speed manual is high, which means at 75mph the engine is turning at 3,000 rpm. While this low final drive ratio makes the car have lots of passing power it also makes the car loud, which makes for an annoying combination when driving in the rain as the radio volume must be raised substantially. Overall if you are looking for a car that is an appliance and just drives in traffic well and is a good commuter, this is not the car: get a Corolla, Elantra or Civic. This car makes entrance ramps thrilling, opens roads adventurous and surprises a couple people in VW GTIs when they have to wind the piss out of their engine to overtake you when lanes merge.
My Mazda 3
Ron, 01/15/2019
updated 01/23/2025
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
It's an outstanding car. I like the way it drives and the features. However, there is a problem with the back up camera switch when the car is in reverse. Sometimes there's no image, other times it's distorted and sometimes functions correctly. Mazda issued a recall notice for the switch that controls it, but has never come up with a fix. Also, the GPS system stopped working after five plus years. Mazda says it requires an update that a dealer can perform. It can be done over the air. Meanwhile, the car is completely dependable and I plan to keep it indefinitely (I am a low mileage driver.) Fuel mileage has been 36 mpg since purchase.
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More style than substance
MidModMad, 01/04/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
20 of 27 people found this review helpful
On paper, the Mazda3 checks a lot of boxes. The powertrain is reasonably powerful, yet fuel efficient. Few vehicles in this class offer features like LED lighting, navigation, leather interior, and radar cruise control, especially when paired with a manual transmission. 2018 addition of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay is also a plus. In the real world, however, my experience has been mixed. Around town, the ride quality is harsh and bumpy, while at highway speed the steering is light and almost darty. Build quality is also questionable, with numerous intermittent interior rattles, poor radio reception, premium paint that is already chipping to the primer in spots, and excessive NVH. Unfortunately, dealer service has also been dismissive of most of these concerns. This is my 3rd Mazda, and I want to love this car, but given my experience I'll probably look elsewhere next time.
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My fun driver car
Paul Oldakowski, 07/24/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have a 2012 -3 and it is the best handling car I have ever driven. When I buy a newer one it will have the 2.5 so I can clean the clocks on a winding road. I love my 3 sedan and will buy another.
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I l o v e my new baby
Jamie, 05/14/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Don't even think about it, just buy it. You won't regret it. I've had my car for a little over a month and there are still features the car has that I'm just now noticing. If I had to complain about one thing, it would be the power. I looked at and test drove a lot of hatchbacks and this one felt the most spacious, luxurious and smooth out of them all... but was also just about the slowest. Mazda could have done better. It would have been nice to have the option for a turbo engine, which would make it more comparable to the other companies hatchbacks. It's a bummer that the Mazda6 got the turbo engine and is only offered in a sedan with a automatic transmission. Besides that, the car is amazing, beautiful, has awesome features and is a really smooth ride. I get a lot of compliments. I sold a 2010 Mazda3 for a 2018 Mazda3 and I'm sure my next car will be another Mazda
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Great get around vehicle
Mike, 08/03/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2018 sport with 6 speed. Just a basic car. Had previous Mazda's and was never disappointed. First tankful of gas in combined driving netted 40.2 mpg. Comfortable to sit in and just get to where you want to go. Only mistake.... should have gotten the preferred package. Not bad, a new car for $15,800 plus tax.
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Love my Mazda3 Hatchback
Brett, 01/15/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a great car and so much fun to drive. The handling and driving dynamics are superb.
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Lots of Bells/Whistles, Good "Bang for the Buck"
Joe Yeskewicz, 01/19/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car can get away from its driver if the driver does not stay focused on the speed/road speed limit- Heads Up Display very worthwhile
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Mazda3 = FUN
susie cochran, 01/31/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
You’ll never regret this car. By far the best car out there for the cost!
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Effortless
Josh, 02/09/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is both a blast to drive and basically drives itself. By buying the manual transmission you feel more of the car and road and with radar cruise control, smart brake support, and smart city brake support when you want to relax a bit in highway or city traffic, you can do so safely. The car will slow you down and allow you to set your proximity to other vehicles all the while helping to protect you from any collision and relax a bit if in traffic manual operation isnt your strong suit. There's many other features and benefits of this car but it is most definitely a drivers car. Very enjoyable and stylish and the kids love it too!
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Red velvet that’s what I call my car.
Edmunds, 01/05/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
There’s no arm rest, or no space for your cds. But the car handles like a dream. When u turn it turns. Like sports car. Nice radio boseman speakers. It gets up and goes to get out of traffic fast. Parking is divine whip in and out. All of the bells and whistles like backing up red velvet will tell u when someone is behind u. Also the lane assist wow I didn’t have that my other car I really like it.
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Not for tall humans
Nordy , 11/01/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
Fit and finish, drivability, looks, etc, are all fantastic. However, as a 6ft tall man, I cannot achieve a comfortable driving position. Very annoying. Steering wheel doesn’t come out far enough, so I have to move the seat forward and cramp my legs. Also, the drivers seat gives me lower back pain. If you are downsizing from a larger vehicle, make sure you are OK with this vehicle’s relatively small interior, and double check your driving position! Wishing I would have bought a larger vehicle.
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so far great
db, 05/24/2018
updated 05/24/2021
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 14 people found this review helpful
Still fun to drive No problemd
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New Mazda 3
John, 06/11/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I had a good experience in buying my new car. The salesperson was great.
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Great car, squeeze for tall people
Larry Gaskins, 10/27/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Overall this car has been fantastic, zero issues and the only gripe I have is that the driver side is a little cramped, I’m 6’3 so I guess I’ll have this problem with just about any car.
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Great car for a young driver
VK, 03/02/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great safety features for new drivers.
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2nd Mazda I have owned
Joanne, 04/16/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2016 Mazda 3i and it got totaled so I went back to Mazda and got a 2018 Mazda 3 Sport. I must say I like it better than my Mazda 3i. The only thing I miss is the auto lights. But as for performance the 2018 Mazda is a bad ass car.
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Fun to Drive and fuel efficient
EvanK, 05/06/2020
updated 11/08/2021
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just picked up a used 2018 Mazda 3 a few months ago and absolutely love it. I test drove dozens of cars and in the compact class the difference in quality and comfort in the 3 vs almost anything else definitely stood out. Extremely comfortable driver's seat is great for long trips. Also, paired with the 6sp manual, it is very fun to drive. Not exactly the fastest car in the world with the 2.0, but handles great. Mazda knows how to make a fun to drive and engaging vehicle. Not to mention the car looks great in the Deep Crystal Blue Mica color. Without a doubt the best looking car in it's class in my opinion. UPDATE:. After putting about 40,000 miles on the car after about a year and a half, I love the Mazda 3 as much as ever. It has been extremely reliable with no issues at all. Only money I've put in it is basic maintenance. Would not hesitate to recommend this car even with the cost to get one shooting up thanks to the chip shortage and what the used car market looks like today.
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Another Mazda for the Jesters!
jester, 08/07/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
Mazda provides great value for the money. The car design and details are well thought out. Stocked bumper & sill guards would have presented a higher level of quality. I'm not crazy about not having a keyed ignition.
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2nd best car I have ever owned
Lynn, 08/12/2023
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Extremely happy with this car. We also have a 2014 Mazda 3 sedan with close to 200,000 miles on it. The hatchback adds height for cargo, but I believe the trunk space holds more in the sedan. Reliability, comfort, and just a really nice car for the price point. Next vehicle will be their CX 5, so definitely happy with the brand.
Mazda3 = FUN
susie cochran, 01/31/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
You’ll never regret this car. By far the best car out there for the cost!
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Zoom Zoom !!
dallend , 08/28/2023
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Great looking, great handling, enough power to get me in trouble. For a vehicle that I paid $19k for with 11k miles on it, it is top notch, not one complaint.
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Good Model
JRC, 07/30/2021
updated 08/23/2024
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a small vehicle with "big car room". A lot of vehicles say that they can transport "X" amount of people. They don't guarantee that it will be comfortable or economic, or that the drive will be fun. This one was. The only reason why it was not purchased was that despite the doom and gloom predictions, we were able to get our beloved Mazda 3 back from the body shop, and it runs like a dream. The maintenance on this model is modest. And gas? We can get from the Bay Area to the Lamont/Lebec area comfortably on a trip down Highway 5. Good all around commuter, or family run-around-town, but it takes distance like a champ, and there is usually enough room for three people and their stuff. Why not four people and their stuff? Because I haven't tried it yet. But good find, great car, wife's happy with it. Update: Wife's still happy with it. It covers her needs more than adequately, and is fun to drive. Update: Car's still very fun and functional! Still love the gas sipping tech, and the gas tank is big enough that it can get 3 people and their stuff to the Grapevine from the San Francisco Bay Area on 1 tank of gas before the "dummy light" activated. 6 years later, still running fairly fuss free. Maintenance is still fairly fuss free.
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Luxury in small fun factor
MamaJose, 07/04/2021
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Thankfully at 47k miles, the interior was mostly well kept. Learning how to drive manual in this car can be a bit tricky since it has a rev hang in 1st and 2nd. But once you get the hang of it, it rides nicely
Best car ive ever had in term of reliability
K3VIK3V, 12/05/2020
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got my Mazda 3 GT since 3 years now and never put a penny in the car except oil and gas. Only thing i change is front brake. The only cons i can say is the space in the back, i measure 6'1" and its pretty tight when someone sit behind me.
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95% of what I wanted.
DJC, 06/19/2021
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought a used one with about 26k miles. I’ve driven 3500 so far. Overall I love the car. Very good acceleration for this type of vehicle. Rides and handles very well. Fun to drive. I got the touring trim so it’s got solid feature content for the model year: leatherette, blind spot, heated seats, nice wheels. I was wary of having to use the scroll wheel to use the infotainment, but I like it overall. The menus are a little weird, but I had the dealer install Apple CarPlay, which helps. I have a couple very minor gripes. I wish there was less road noise. The climate buttons all look generic and are difficult to tell apart with just a glance. Wish it had LED lighting, but I might do that later. Also wish it had more safety features, which my previous Toyota had. But those are very minor complaints. My favorite car I’ve owned so far!
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gives great bang for the buck, and it is FUN
Luis Jorge, 11/22/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I looked at all the other cares in this class and as usual, Mazda provided the best value for the money. It also is stylish, reliable, safe and fun to drive.
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The Last of the Zoom-Zoom Mazda 3s?
EJL Ohio, 09/28/2023
updated 04/09/2025
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
PROs: - Outstanding Technology Package includes HUD w/ road signage/speed limit/vehicle ahead, AEB, AEB Highway, BSW, RCTW, Adaptive Cruise Control, Navigation, Side Traffic Warning, LKA - Much better than average reliability in Consumer Report's readers survey - Relatively fast acceleration and very agile handling - Firm, comfortable 2-tone leather interior - Crisp, fun to shift 6-speed manual - Usefull, easily accessed cargo area with hatch and fold down rear seats - Quietness, ride, and interior appointments on par with mid-sized cars like the Honda Accord CONs: - Limited rear seat leg room - Confusing, unintuitive infotainment system - Power seat controls lack an adjustable lumbar support
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I love Mazdas except...
Taylor, 06/17/2022
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love Mazda and how well maintain their vehicles are. I know a lot of people that own them and have no major issues with them. I purchased a used 2018 mazda3 touring in 2019 and I just was not a lucky customer like most. I had to put mine in service a total of 23 times for minor and major work to be done. I ended up trading it in late of 2021 due to not being comfortable or feeling safe anymore. Everyday was always a wonder if something was going to go wrong. Come to find out the Mazda 3 was in two previous accidents before I purchased it that was not on the Carfax. So that's what caused all of my issues. Luckily it had low miles so it was covered under its basic warranty but when I did not have that anymore I decided to give it up and get something new. I would definitely recommend a Mazda 3, just because mine was bad doesn't mean every Mazda 3 is. I work at a dealership and have worked with Mazdas for almost 4 years and it was a shock to me mine did not work out but luckily i worked at the place i purchased it so it was a lot easier for me put it in service. but most newer mazdas i come across are very reliable. Reason for my review is to please check the car fax and history if you are deciding to purchase a used vehicle.
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I'm crazy about this car
phil bloom, 12/21/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Grand Touring with Nav package is as nice as any car in its class and has atributes of very expensive cars. The ride and engine pep are really perfect. The bose system will blow you away. All aps and nav are easy to use and centraly controlled. Best part is dealer support, they have been amazing.
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Not for Big Folks
Buddo, 06/14/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 21 people found this review helpful
At 6 ft 2 in and 217 lbs ingress and egress were difficult. The 5 was Ok.
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Great Car
David Murillo, 01/16/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've always owned Mazda's; this 2018 was a big upgrade and a lot of new safety features .
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