There are always going to be some model years of a long-running car that attract more complaints than others, but in the case of the Mazda3, there's only one model year that's really worth ...

i dont have the money to take it around from garage to garage to find out the problem. I WOULD GIVE THIS CAR ZERO STARS IF I COULD. DO NOT BUY A MAZDA 3 FROM THE 2011 GENERATION, PAY A LITTLE MORE ...

Chronic engine and transmission problems were few on the Mazda3 and routine replacement and maintenance items are readily available from a wide variety of shops at expected pricing for this class ...

Mazda's North American division has identified a problem affecting a small number of vehicles produced for the 2024 and 2025 model years. The forward sensing camera in these cars and crossovers ...

This engine, also sold as a Ford Duratec, has an excellent reputation in the Mazda3. Early examples of the 2.0-litre MZR/L engine could suffer from high oil consumption and bore wear. The problem is ...

A used Mazda3 should give you few problems, based on the owners’ reviews and feedback in forums and user groups. Mazda’s cars are generally reliable, helped by a high-quality main dealer network, and ...

This will be my 2nd Mazda 3 Hatchback. Had a 2010 just bought a 2015. I really love this car. I have a Japan-built model. Some are made in Mexico. In 5 years I've had zero problems. Just put new ...

A problem with the engine protection software ... and in our 2023 survey of the most reliable used cars, the petrol-powered Mazda 3 performed superbly, topping the list of most reliable family ...

The Mazda3 is one such example that has raised ... It can only be operated by touch when using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (no complaints there), but the native Mazda infotainment system ...

The Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla are reliable, fuel-efficient compact cars that have performed well in Consumer Reports’ tests, and both remain popular with CR members. The Toyota has been ...

The steering felt a little light at times. But no complaints about handling and ride quality. The Mazda 3 is 2 nd generation Ford C1 Focus based, which is best in class. So, if you really want to, you ...