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2.5 S - $25,385 MSRP
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$24,3717 for sale near you
Prices based on sales in VA thru 7/14/25
Final assembly in Mexico or Japan
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 3, so we've included reviews for other years of the 3 since its last redesign.
Start rusting in 1 year
Happo, 12/25/2024
2024 Mazda 3 2.5 S Preferred 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Mazada 3 start rusting in less than 1 year and also near than engine. Think before buy
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Good car overall
Gaucho 87, 01/28/2024
updated 07/30/2024
2023 Mazda 3 Preferred 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I’ve had my 2023 Mazda 3 Preferred edition sedan for a year now, and overall,, it’s a good car with some caveats. The pros are that it is very reliable, fuel efficient, and stylish inside and out. It rides and handles well, particularly at higher speeds and on curvy roads, and there is a general feeling of sportiness and quality in both the ride and build of the car. It also feels solid and safe (and has received top safety pick ratings from NHTSA and the IiHS). The trunk, though small for its class, has not disappointed. It’s been suitable for my needs. The radio is also very good, and the volume/mute/power knob on the center console is placed in the perfect position, right within reach. The power driver’s seat is great, particularly the lumbar support. You feel supported and bolstered but not too much so. Finally, the rotary dial interface, while at first a bit cumbersome, has gotten much easier to use over time, and it really reduces distractions. Now on to the downsides. The car is definitely tight in terms of space. Head and leg room up front and in back are tight, and the storage space inside the cabin (not counting the trunk) is limited. The automatic electronic safety features are nice to have, but they can be overly aggressive and loud. Fortunately, some of them can be adjusted or turned off if you desire. While I like the rotary interface overall, it does seem limited compared to a touch screen, and it’s still slower to perform basic functions like changing a radio station. The front of the car is very low, so it’s very easy to scrape it against a curb in a parking spot. There is also a slight blind spot out of the rear due to the curved design, but this is pretty minor. Finally, the engine sometimes jumps a bit when going from stop to start. This isn’t dangerous, but just annoying. Overall, the Mazda is sporty and pretty fun to drive (and very good on the highway and at higher speeds), though comfort and convenience definitely take a back seat here, so if those are priorities for you, it might not be the best choice.
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Not as cool as my Veloster Turbo
Turbo lover, 08/21/2024
2024 Mazda 3 2.5 S Select Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Features that I don't need and missing features that I want. It's OK but don't love it like my Veloster Turbo. The Select Sport model has no turbo, faux leatherette seats with no heating but they do smell bad. No sun roof and no 12V DC outlet. It just doesn't handle like the Veloster either. As far as the safety features and phone app, I can do without all that. Pretty car but if you want turbo, real heated leather seats and sunroof, it will cost you $10,000.00 more.
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Nice car
Penny, 07/23/2024
2023 Mazda 3 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My son got this car. It is very nice with all the fun features. However there is no leg room in the backseat. Amd the ac is great for the people up front but the people in the back suffer. We drove 13 hrs and there was no way to get backseat cool without freezing front seat.. definitely needs ac vents in back of car and more leg room. The lane correction is nice but can be really aggressive at times. Lile if you forget to use your blinker. But nice car
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Classy sassy
John J., 06/22/2024
updated 01/02/2025
2024 Mazda 3 2.5 S Select Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After much research the best combination of looks, quality, price, pep and gas mileage. My purchase just keeps confirming that. Love it.
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