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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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Return buyer
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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Great Hatchback
scott eisner, 12/21/2018
updated 08/01/2022
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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
The Last of the Zoom-Zoom Mazda 3s?
EJL Ohio, 09/28/2023
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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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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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The only thing I'd change...
dashaffe, 04/29/2021
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
This may sound ridiculous, but for a car that is so well designed around comfortable, engaging and exciting driving, one tiny decision makes an outsized difference. The decision on the Touring trim to include a power-adjusted seat for the driver without memory of preferred driver positions is completely beyond me. My wife and I are nearly 9 inches apart in height and like to drive in different positions, relative to the wheel, dash, etc. As it stands, it is nearly impossible for us to find and reset our most comfortable settings in a reasonable amount of time (less than 3-5 minutes). Frankly, we'd be better off with a traditional manual adjustment, having to settle for the best of the available positions. It's a minor annoyance, but one that never really goes away when driving. On a car this sophisticated, with so much attention paid to other details...why was this one left out? I'd gladly pay the additional $50-100 for a button that returns the seat to my position and lets me go on my way in complete comfort. Aside from this...Bravo! By far the most fun car to drive that I've ever owned.
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No power. Uncomfortable
Montar, 09/22/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
8 of 138 people found this review helpful
Doesn't accelerate. Head hits roof (I'm 5'6"). Seat uncomfortable (hurts me all over). Very jarring on bumps. Noisy on road. Cumbersome music knobs. Statick radio and satellite sound. Crap speakers. Confusing how to turn off/on car, pkg brake, music. Random dash lights appear. Chirps distract more than help. Worst is it's slow acceleration. Blind spot at front corners (too big). Steering ferls jumpy, insecure. Worst is it's slow acceleration. Dangerous. Worst car I've ever owned.
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Nice but .....
B.Matt, 09/04/2018
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 41 people found this review helpful
Interior options limited
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2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback
Rich consoli, 12/13/2021
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned the car for9 months and am in Love with it got it with 20600 miles and now has 28500 on it handles like a sport car unbelievable gas mileage interior seems to be out of a more expensive car this is the first compact car I've ever owned have had 2 chevy blazers for the past 20 years and this is great on long trips.
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Such a fun car to drive
Martha, 08/05/2022
2018 Mazda 3 Touring 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Loved loved my Mazda3 hatchback. It was a touring but had a sunroof and Bose speakers. It had luxurious features inside and those nose speakers make a difference. Only had it for 2 years because we needed a bigger car for our growing family. Traded it in for another Mazda and have to say this is now our 3rd Mazda and love that it’s not your basic car. They are a great price and can get luxury without the high price tags that come with luxury. Never had any issues with my car while I had it. Also, the way it drives and picks up speed was the sun part.
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I like the mazda 3 hatchback but I w/asedan
Chris Choe, 03/18/2019
2018 Mazda 3 Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 30 people found this review helpful
I test drove a 2016 mzada3 swdan the night before and filled put out all the paperwork but because Of traffic I was a hour late-thwy had had the nerve to sell the car right from under us. I have had 4 Mazda’s rx-8-3 mazda 3 sedans and they were all hreat cars-I will will never buy a mazda again-period
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