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Sabra, 05/28/2019
updated 12/01/2021
2019 Mazda 3 Premium 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
35 of 42 people found this review helpful
I purchased a new Mazda3 in April 2019. I originally test drove a 2016 Mazda3 GT because I thought I wanted a used car vs a new one. After driving both, I chose the new 3 premium package. Although I've had one hiccup with the car (which the dealership promptly corrected), I've enjoyed how comfortable the car is, as well as the gas mileage. My only complaint is how easily the piano black interior trim scratches. It seems that the trim should be ALOT more scratch resistant than it is. The Radar controlled cruise control takes a little getting used to also. Overall, an awesome little car :) UPDATE: At the 8000 mile mark something went TERRIBLY wrong with this car... it slammed on brakes all by itself, causing injury to my neck and teeth. It has been at the dealership now for 26 days with no date given for repair. Apparently my car was one of two that has done this in the US. If you have kids or are an older adult who can’t afford to take the risk, don’t buy this car until the Mazda engineers can assure you it’s not going to develop a mind of its own!!! Bottom Line: Mazda USA ultimately bought this car back. From what I understand, the car was to be taken apart completely to investigate what went so wrong. I turned around and purchased a 2019 Mazda 6 Signature edition, which has been a true dream car to own and drive. Obviously, my experience with the redesigned 3 did NOT sour me on Mazda products! They absolutely stand behind their product and it was greatly appreciated by me 😉
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Upgrade from previous year
Kyle, 03/31/2019
2019 Mazda 3 Preferred 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
47 of 57 people found this review helpful
The redesigned 2019 Mazda3 is a big upgrade. You really feel like you are driving a luxury car, not just your standard sedan. It retains the driving excitement that Mazda3 is well known for, but the interior feels like a Lexus or Audi. Very comfortable and quiet ride with all the features you’d need.
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Worth the price of admission
Commutemadebearable, 03/04/2020
2019 Mazda 3 Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
This car exceeds my expectations and I’m a car fanatic who values details. Mazda tried hard on this car and you can tell. It drives largely like my A3 Quattro I leased, though it won’t implode after 45k miles and bend every rim it has. Further, it costs much less and every surface is finished properly. The Bose is downright impressive. Seat comfort is high (memory an added bonus). Infotainment is logical and easy to use, and the car is quiet even up to speeds of 80 mph except for some concrete surfaces. The ride is controlled and well damped, though bad roads will send some slams through but what do you expect with low profile 18”s. And for the way it handles, which is excellent, the trade off and stability are worth it. Seriously short list this car. I think only the Accord (NOT civic) can match or beat the cohesiveness of this design. Not to mention the 3 is far more beautiful than any Honda ever. Last worthy mentions: headlights are great and I enjoy the active bending (though not required) and the heads up includes Nav directions and blind spot info. Pretty spiffy! The adaptive cruise and lane departure are sometimes abrupt but make sense in line with the sporty drive it yourself Mazda ethos. Conclusions: For the price you can’t beat it. Most people don’t need accord size, so why not do more with less. A premium product at a mainstream price. Took the time to write this because Mazda should be recognized for how special their products are.
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Upscale Design, Styling, Features - Econobox Price
Hercule P., 12/18/2019
2019 Mazda 3 Select 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Initial thoughts on 2019 4th gen Mazda3 -- Ergonomic multi-function display & controls; superb instrument cluster display; front seating comfort with fast simple manual adjustment; upscale interior fit & finish (black vinyl); key-less walk-away locking & push-button start; modest, but very usable trunk space; and quiet, comfortable highway cruising all make this 2019 Mazda3 Sedan Select the high-value leader in the ever-dwindling compact sedan sector. The new-to-2019 torsion beam rear suspension degrades the nimble handling of previous generation's independent suspension. The 2.5L normally-aspirated 4-cylinder should contribute to low maintenance and long life compared with the small turbocharged engines of most competitors. But, 186 Hp / 186 lb-ft is not enough grunt for this 3,100 lb gross weight car -- don't expect a lot of zip especially with the 6-speed automatic transmission in economy mode (use the Sport switch on the center console to change out of the default econo setting). My wife, the primary driver, finds the 186 hp engine mated to the 6-speed AT more than adequate and is averaging 35 mpg in mixed highway/city use. I much prefer the performance of this Mazda traditional automatic transmission to the "rubber band" feel of CVTs found on most economy compact cars. And, while the jury is still out, I suspect that CVTs will not nearly match the longevity of traditional automatic transmissions. Rear seating is tight -- tighter than that of our smaller 1990 Honda Accord that we traded for this Mazda3 -- carrying adults in the Mazda's rear seat is an emergency procedure. There are a couple of other niggles: The Mazda remote key fob is larger than and not as well-executed as that of the Honda Civic; the electric steering is responsive, but excessively light with minimal feedback -- again, my wife has no complaint; the "Mazda Connect Owner's Manual" covering the infotainment system that is referenced in the primary Owner's Manual is not available in hard copy, only on the dashboard center display (while the battery is rapidly depleting, the idling Mazda3 is burning up our precious carbon fuels, or while the distracted driver-cum-reader meanders through traffic); the printed primary "Owner's Manual" runs hundreds of pages half of which are safety cautions and warnings from Mazda USA's legal team -- e.g., prohibitions against allowing children to play in the trunk compartment or warnings against jumping from moving cars with detail on why these are not good ideas. Despite these niggles, the 2019 Mazda3 is a very complete package with design, fit & finish, and strong underlying automobile technology that far exceeds it's price point. The purchase from DFW area Hiley Mazda in Hurst (Rich Longworth) was swift, smooth, and very accommodating.
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Take out the tire protection plan
Sportyqueen , 11/13/2020
2019 Mazda 3 Preferred 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I leased the 2016 Mazda 3– an incredible car. So I upgraded to the next one available, the 2019. The low profile tires are its detriment. Sure she’s beautiful, but these tires have made me afraid to drive this car. On my second new tire, love the car, but you cannot hit any bumps with these. Even without hitting any crazy bumps, I’ve gotten two bubbled tires now. If you live in a well paved area, maybe this isn’t an issue. But something to note.
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