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  • $3,750
    great price
    $1,585 below market
    • 161,919 miles
    • 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 27 City / 38 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Prime Motors (10 mi away)
    • Bluetooth
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Trip Computer
    • Rear Bench Seats
    • Stability Control
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    Located in Arlington, VA / 10 miles away from Washington, DC

    ASK ABOUT OUR MD INSPECTION PROGRAMVideo walk-around, virtual test drives, E-purchase, shipping , financing and we accept all trades. Call/Text 703-67...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/38 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BL1L85C1634233
    Stock: 634233
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $11,841
    great price
    $1,295 below market
    • 95,311 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 28 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Bill Page Toyota (10 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
    • Alarm
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    Located in Falls Church, VA / 10 miles away from Washington, DC

    2017 Mazda Mazda3 Sport Jet Black Mica FWD 6-Speed Automatic SKYACTIV®-G 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16VABS brakes, Alloy wheels, Exterior Parking Camera Rea...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    31 Combined MPG (28 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1K76HM135225
    Stock: 85322A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-16-2025

  • Price Drop
    $25,950
    fair price
    $232 below market
    • 12,948 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • Safford Brown Mazda Fairfax (17 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Fairfax, VA / 17 miles away from Washington, DC

    CARFAX One-Owner.Zircon Sand Metallic 2024 Mazda3 2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD 6-Speed AutomaticOdometer is 1685 miles below market average! 23/32 City/Hi...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPBXY5RM407105
    Stock: P1114
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-13-2025

  • $24,111
    fair price
    $773 below market
    • 9,426 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 24 City / 32 Hwy MPG
    • BMW of Silver Spring (9 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Silver Spring, MD / 9 miles away from Washington, DC

    2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Jet Black Mica CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX. Buy with confidence. Wheels: 18" x 7J Black Finish Alloy. *Your additional c...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPBNM9L1165619
    Stock: TPN3612A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-18-2025

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    4 Offers Nearby

    2025 Mazda3 Sedan
    $23,950
    starting MSRP
    • 3 Colors
    • 6 Trims
    • 1 Package
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    MSRP excludes taxes, title, license fees and $1,185 destination charge (Alaska $1,230). Vehicle shown may be priced higher. Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details.
  • Price Drop
    $10,434
    good price
    $774 below market
    • 94,207 miles
    • 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 29 City / 41 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Fair Oaks Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (23 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
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    Located in Chantilly, VA / 23 miles away from Washington, DC

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    33 Combined MPG (29 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BM1U73G1326163
    Stock: G1326163A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-10-2025

  • $7,995
    fair price
    $829 below market
    • 75,950 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 22 City / 29 Hwy MPG
    • Ammoury Auto (10 mi away)
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
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    Located in Falls Church, VA / 10 miles away from Washington, DC

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    25 Combined MPG (22 City/29 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BL1H53A1317000
    Stock: 2708
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $20,491
    good price
    $828 below market
    • 24,848 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 27 City / 37 Hwy MPG
    • Passport Mazda (12 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Suitland, MD / 12 miles away from Washington, DC

    Recent Arrival! Certified. 2024 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Preferred Package Deep Crystal Blue Mica FWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.5L I4 DOHC 16V LEV3-SULEV30 191hpC...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    31 Combined MPG (27 City/37 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPACM7RM411640
    Stock: 8187A
    Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
    Listed since: 07-19-2025

  • $27,000
    fair price
    $1,141 below market
    • 3,380 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • Ourisman Mazda of Rockville (9 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Rockville, MD / 9 miles away from Washington, DC

    Certified. CARFAX One-Owner. This 2024 Zircon Sand Metallic Mazda Mazda3 2.5 Carbon Turbo AWD is in INCREDIBLE condition and includes these features a...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPBXY7RM421457
    Stock: RM1457
    Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
    Listed since: 07-10-2025

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    4 Offers Nearby

    2025 Mazda3 Sedan
    $23,950
    starting MSRP
    • 3 Colors
    • 6 Trims
    • 1 Package
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    MSRP excludes taxes, title, license fees and $1,185 destination charge (Alaska $1,230). Vehicle shown may be priced higher. Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details.
  • $26,000
    fair price
    $257 below market
    • 11,885 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • Passport MINI of Alexandria (12 mi away)
    • Home delivery*
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
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    Located in Alexandria, VA / 12 miles away from Washington, DC

    2024 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 Carbon Turbo Zircon Sand Metallic AWD 2.5L I4 Turbocharged DOHC 16V LEV3-ULEV70 227hp AutomaticClean CARFAX. 23/32 City/Highway ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPBXY7RM407235
    Stock: P17340A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 03-29-2025

  • $15,000
    fair price
    $782 below market
    • 44,374 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Beyer Kia Falls Church (10 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Falls Church, VA / 10 miles away from Washington, DC

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BM1M3XF1238447
    Stock: T10826VK
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-12-2025

  • Price Drop
    $10,250
    good price
    $1,087 below market
    • 88,202 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 30 City / 41 Hwy MPG
    • Safford Hyundai Springfield (17 mi away)
    • Bluetooth
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • USB Inputs
    • Alarm
    • Trip Computer
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    Located in Springfield, VA / 17 miles away from Washington, DC

    16" x 6.5J Steel w/Full Wheel Covers Wheels, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 6 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, AM/FM radio, Brake assist, Bumpers: body-c...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBM1U70FM157105
    Stock: U289361A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-07-2025

  • $24,490
    good price
    $1,506 below market
    • 36,436 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, rental vehicle
    • 26 City / 33 Hwy MPG
    • District Auto Group (11 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Temple Hills, MD / 11 miles away from Washington, DC

    CARFAX One-Owner. Leather, Sunroof/Moonroof, Heated Seats, Bluetooth, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, Auto High-beam Headlights, ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/33 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPBLM7R1709773
    Stock: 872
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-14-2025

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    4 Offers Nearby

    2025 Mazda3 Sedan
    $23,950
    starting MSRP
    • 3 Colors
    • 6 Trims
    • 1 Package
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    MSRP excludes taxes, title, license fees and $1,185 destination charge (Alaska $1,230). Vehicle shown may be priced higher. Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details.
  • New Listing
    $15,000
    fair price
    $759 below market
    • 83,633 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 27 City / 36 Hwy MPG
    • Ourisman Mazda of Rockville (9 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in Rockville, MD / 9 miles away from Washington, DC

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (27 City/36 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBN1V36JM244444
    Stock: M826633A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-22-2025

  • $21,997
    fair price
    $297 below market
    • 29,548 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
    • 25 City / 31 Hwy MPG
    • Lindsay Volkswagen of Dulles (22 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
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    Located in Sterling, VA / 22 miles away from Washington, DC

    ONE OWNER, Mazda3 Preferred, 4D Hatchback, I4, 6-Speed Automatic, AWD, Machine Gray Metallic, Black w/Leatherette Seat Trim, Preferred Package, Wheels...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (25 City/31 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPBLL9M1344268
    Stock: MVP10863
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-08-2025

  • Price Drop
    $19,727
    fair price
    $859 below market
    • 22,638 miles
    • 2 accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • Koons Ford of Falls Church (10 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in Falls Church, VA / 10 miles away from Washington, DC

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPAMM3K1119620
    Stock: PB03250A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-18-2025

  • New Listing
    Stock photo**
    $22,991
    good price
    $873 below market
    • 26,289 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 24 City / 33 Hwy MPG, Manual
    • Passport Mazda (12 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    Close

    Located in Suitland, MD / 12 miles away from Washington, DC

    Recent Arrival! 2021 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Soul Red Crystal Metallic FWD 6-Speed Manual I4CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX. Odometer is 39891 miles below...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/33 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPAML1M1340725
    Stock: Z340725P
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-23-2025

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    4 Offers Nearby

    2025 Mazda3 Sedan
    $23,950
    starting MSRP
    • 3 Colors
    • 6 Trims
    • 1 Package
    View Offers 
    MSRP excludes taxes, title, license fees and $1,185 destination charge (Alaska $1,230). Vehicle shown may be priced higher. Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details.
  • Price Drop
    $19,250
    good price
    $909 below market
    • 32,510 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • Bill Page Honda (11 mi away)
    • Home delivery*
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
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    Located in Falls Church, VA / 11 miles away from Washington, DC

    Bill Page Honda is proud to offer this charming 2020 Mazda Mazda3 in Deep Crystal Blue Mica This vehicle has passed our comprehensive inspection and c...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: 3MZBPACL0LM129452
    Stock: H39444A
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-18-2025

  • New Listing
    $22,275
    good price
    $932 below market
    • 35,242 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 26 City / 34 Hwy MPG
    • Safford Brown Mazda Chantilly (24 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    Close

    Located in Chantilly, VA / 24 miles away from Washington, DC

    JUST ARRIVED - MAZDA FACTORY CERTIFIED 7 YEAR/100,000 MILE WARRANTY - MAZDA3 CARBON EDITION HATCHBACK(OPTOINS LISTED BELOW) - RED LEATHER/MOONROOF/APP...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPALL1N1520208
    Stock: N118314A
    Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
    Listed since: 07-24-2025

  • $10,600
    fair price
    $479 below market
    • 115,130 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 30 City / 41 Hwy MPG
    • Safford Brown Mazda Fairfax (17 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    • Blind Spot Monitorin...
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    Close

    Located in Fairfax, VA / 17 miles away from Washington, DC

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/41 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BM1V75F1270305
    Stock: T1159
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-21-2025

  • Stock photo**
    $20,691
    fair price
    $299 below market
    • 60,304 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 24 City / 32 Hwy MPG
    • Passport Mazda (12 mi away)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    Close

    Located in Suitland, MD / 12 miles away from Washington, DC

    2020 Mazda Mazda3 Premium Jet Black Mica AWD 6-Speed Automatic I4Clean CARFAX. Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!Introducing our PASSPORT ONE PRICE...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    27 Combined MPG (24 City/32 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPBNM2L1175652
    Stock: D2294
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-01-2025

  • $21,599
    fair price
    $170 above market
    • 44,454 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 26 City / 35 Hwy MPG
    • O'Donnell Honda (24 mi away)
    • Back-up camera
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Keyless Entry/Start
    Close

    Located in Ellicott City, MD / 24 miles away from Washington, DC

    Please call us at 844-820-4128 with any questions you may have! This vehicle is Maryland state inspected. We do not charge reconditioning or inspectio...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: JM1BPACL3N1509646
    Stock: P4828
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-16-2025

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WSM456, 10/06/2021
2021 Mazda 3
First of all this is a great car, which is why I'm giving it 5 stars. I will outline some negative aspects of the, but it should be noted that these aspects weigh much less heavily on the total experience of the car than the positive aspects - if I outlined the minor positives like I will the minor negatives there would be way too many. I just want everyone to know the parts of this car … I wish were better. The good: The interior; if you've been looking at this car you already know the interior is amazing. I know there are some complaints about the new infotainment center but I like it and agree with Mazda that a touchscreen is definitely not what you want to be messing with (or what you want the other people on the road messing with) while driving. The acceleration and AWD are a great...I really don't have more to say about it. My commute to work is mostly highway/interstate and on the highway I average around 35 MPG, surprisingly. Now to average that I do use the radar cruise control basically the whole way - you would be surprised to see the difference between gas mileage while using radar cruise vs your foot. Radar cruise is smooth and doesn't repeatedly accelerate too quickly to speed that is too fast and then have to slow down like when you drive with your foot (this cycle can be subtle depending on how you drive but, trust me, everyone does it). The comfort of the car is really great. The seats are very comfortable and have much more adjustability than my previous vehicles. They have 2 memory seating positions, which is nice, especially for people like me that can never get the seat back to that same spot after someone moves it. The ride is smooth and cabin noise is okay - my Audi A4 I had before was definitely quieter but it was also more of a cruising car than this car, which is a little more sport-oriented. Don't get in the turbo and expect the luxuries of a vehicle meant for a quiet smooth (boring) ride. That's not the point of this vehicle. The exterior design of this car is amazing in my opinion (and most other enthusiasts seeing as the 3 won 2020 world car design of the year at the WCAs).I have the Soul Red sedan with black wheels and a black lip on the spoiler. It looks great, the red is probably the best red on the market today and really highlights the curves on the car. The bose sound system is awesome. The tech is great. So many driver support and safety features make you feel comfortable driving. Love the heads up display, too. Gripes: The rear torsion beam instead of independent suspension. Mazda has done a really good job keeping the effects of this covered up (apparently they have something in the computer that does something to counter the negative effects of a torsion beam but I don't know the specifics) and 99% of the time you won't know but occasionally you'll hit a bump just the right way and the car takes a slightly funny bounce. It's not something that you have to correct, it just feels "off" in relation to the regular feel of the ride. Like I said driving 2+ hrs each day I don't experience this every day, maybe you won't even experience it every week, but it is something that happens. It beeps at you a lot. The parking sensors are mainly what I'm talking about. If you pull into a parking spot and get close enough to anything that the sensors alert you and you park there, when you get back in and start up it will immediately beep at you to let you know you're close, even though you're in park. The navigation is nice...if you don't live somewhere with constant traffic jams and road work. I'm sure this is the same for all manufacturer's navigation system but it doesn't have any real-time data. It doesn't know when there's a traffic jam, it doesn't know when there's road work that makes a route slower. This means you're just going to use google. The good news? It has wireless android auto and apple car play so it's still easy to use. It's just slightly annoying that you have a feature that doesn't work as well as you want it to and you end up using data on google maps. Like I said - this isn't necessarily a Mazda or Mazda3 problem but don't get this car with maps expecting to not use data anymore. Rear seats are a little tight on leg room (not the worst I've been in by a long shot), but the they are still very nice, comfortable seats - more so than other small cars I've been in. Overall, this is a fantastic vehicle. I have always wanted a WRX/STI, Civic Type R, Focus RS but I have lots of driving to do every day and...I'm not as young as I used to be and my taste has changed. I enjoy not having an extremely stiff ride, sub-par interiors/tech, and I like the more sedentary styling because I'm not 18 yrs old anymore. That being said this is a great middle ground between still wanting a sports car and a wanting a comfortable driver.
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