Used 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback Consumer Reviews
More style than substance
MidModMad, 01/04/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
21 of 29 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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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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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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Love my Mazda3 Hatchback
Brett, 01/15/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 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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Mazda3 = FUN
susie cochran, 01/31/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 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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