0:00 Not sure what to make of this video. I've had five Mazda 3s: one Gen 1 sedan, two Gen 3 hatchbacks, and now two Gen 4 AWD turbo hatchbacks. Is the car perfect? No, but then, no car is. It meets my needs and is still an enjoyable car to own and drive. And, BTW, the complaint about not enough room in the back seat is a tad overblown. I've had two adults riding in the back seat many times and they had no complaints. You get a lot of standard features for less money than what some other car brands charge. And the styling gets lots of attention and compliments. Say what you like about the Mazda 3, at least I don't have to worry about mine spontaneously catching fire, getting stolen and trashed, catastrophic engine failures, toasted transmissions, or ongoing recalls and class action suits. If you haven't driven a Mazda 3, test drive one. You just might enjoy it.
No CVT. A plus. Normally aspirated engine. A plus. What's not to like? It's on my short list of new cars to buy. Forget any car with CVT. Forget any car with a turbo. Forget any car with a CVT and a turbo.
Got to drive one a while back and it won me over the minute I got in the car. Upgrading for a 22 Civic Sport and the Mazda 3 is everything I want in a relatively affordable, somewhat luxury sports car
I completely disagree with your entire viewpoint. I’ve owned many Mazda’s and my current 2023 Mazda3 HB is an amazing car. You sound like a young man, so I will give you a break for not having any experience with cars of the last 50 years.
The 6-speed automatic transmission that he says is "past its prime" was one of the main selling points for me. I checked most cars in the same category, and they all had the cheap, annoying CVT that makes acceleration upon entering the hiway a pain.
I just bought a Mazda 3 sedan. None of your negative comments were persuasive. I came from a 2005 Toyota Corolla S. The Mazda 3 is superior in every respect save two: The 2024 Mazda has no CD player, and I have dozens of CDs. Until this year, the Mazda had a 12V adapter; I had to buy one from Amazon. I don't want or need: A turbocharger, all wheel drive, a sun/moon roof, hatchback, upgraded "trim level," or other knick-knacks; I'm a former Caterpillar heavy-equipment mechanic. All I need is a dependable, fuel-efficient car to get me from place to place. Old saying: "If it works as it should, it doesn't have enough features."
I was looking for a car with AWD good power can burn reg gas no CVT and cant be German. Almost forgot and be under $40000 Canadian. I can only think of one and I bought it and love it mazda 3 turbo sedan.
Styling, completely subjective. I love the back. Gas and power.. I owned a 2018 6 w/the turbo 2.5 and never noticed much difference between 87 and 93 octane. Accelerated very well during all conditions. The infotainment is all you need, no more no less. I hate touch screen set ups. You shouldn't have to focus much on the infotainment, and the rotary knob allows you to develop muscle memory on selecting options rather than falsely pressing buttons on a harsh road. The rear suspension of the current 3 is fine. Can barely tell it doesn't have multi link. I'll give you the rear seat room, it's a deal breaker for a lot of people. However for my family of 3, it's perfectly acceptable. Rear cargo room is fine. Don't need much more. If you need more, get a midsize sedan. Price tags are higher because the vehicle is more refined than a corolla. More reliable than a golf. No one needs the turbo, so you can keep the price down on getting the NA engine.
I have a Mazda 3 2020 and i love it. I would rather have seen you sitting in that car and talking about the cons rather than watching repetitive images that don't say much. Probably that car does not apply to your lifestyle and you should find something suitable. Good luck in search of your perfect car :)
It’s painfully obvious this guy has never driven a 4th gen Mazda3. Absolute garbage logic. As an owner of a 2022 model, I could offer much more helpful advice: if you hate CVTs, want a well handling, beautiful car, and don’t use the rear seat much, the 3 is an awesome option for the price. Otherwise, a Honda Civic is probably better for you.
Hi, i just turned 18 and about to purchase my first car which is a Mazda 3I sport sedan 2016 Fwd. what are your thoughts on it compared to your 2022 Mazda. thanks :)
So before I bought one I thought the rotary knob would suck. But after using it a bunch I know think it is just better then just having a touch screen. Not having to reach up and look at the screen to do things while driving is nice.
Same here . I love the rotary knob , no way I am going to be touching my screen with oily fingers leaving fingerprints everywhere ( BTW , the screen is indeed touchscreen when a phone is connected to it )
I have one of these and they are a lovely car that turns heads. The interior is lovely even on the lower specs and the blind spot isnt really a problem. On the sport tech model you get a some great visual aids for parking. The infotainment is an easy and fantastic set up and only seems to have one hipcup when it comes the andrioid auto app. This hippcup involves a podcast or Audible track coming on when your no longing listening to it everytime you turn the volume dial . This can be easly solved by going into the android auto app and unticking the various apps. The sound is also great from the bose speakers set up with a subwoofer in the boot. The video has a point with regards to suspension, i vot into a mondeo and secretly found that it had a much softer feel on the road. It is not such a big deal though and you soon forget it especially with the smooth gear changes. The lay out of the interior on these is just gorgeous. Burgandy leather red looks f-ing awesome. I just wish in the uk you could get turbo versions. Mazda 3 is a reliably good car with a distinctive look on the road packed with features.
I shopped this bad boy in 22. Nice car. Almost pulled the trigger on a sedan. The back seat just a tad to tight. Had to get a bigger car. I don't know anyone who regrets getting one. X
I regret only that I got the sedan and not the hatch (Ido have more space, but looks like I am still a hatchback guy). Except that, I love it, especially the interior, includind the infotaiment, simple and not clutered.
The blind spot C-pillar seems to be a non issue for owners! I have a civic and rarely rely on the ample rear visibility because is has blind spot monitoring, rear traffic warning, and reverse camera. You don't need much else!
I just bought a Mazda 3 2.5 GTX Hatch. Yes, it is not a WOW car but, coming from a VW and a Merc, this car is good value for money. It sticks through corners like my Merc. Doesn't have the wow of the VW 2.0 Turbo or the AMG Merc but I bet ya, it will last me longer than the other brands. I had numerous issues with my gearbox on the Merc. Numerous issues with the VW. NONE OF MY OTHER 2 CARS CAME WITH THE CLASSY INTERIOR AND RELIABILITY. They cost me many dollars in repairs. In NZ, there is thousands of Mazda's, why? They overtook Toyota in reliability and value for money. I do not like to spent my hard earned money on crap. I unfortunately did it when I bought VW and Mercedes.
We’re inundated with these RUclipsrs that can only get people to watch if they have controversial nonsense title for their content. If there are reliability, technical, service issues fine etc but this video was just nonsense. There are negatives in all cars including the Mazda 3 but equally there are positives as there are with the Mazda 3. We want an unbiased review as I’m sure there are many very happy Mazda 3 owners in this world who have their opinion on those 8 negatives.
I have had a 2023 and now a 2024. Have goten as many compliments as my Miata. I enjoy the fact that I do not see one on every corner. I can fit a bike, camping equipment and drive across the state of FL with perfect comfort. This guy needs to get clue.
Love my 2021 Mazda 3. Zero issues, has the HP to get up and go, handles great, luxury of a BMW/Mercedes without the price. Quality of fit and finish is outstanding. Top 10 rated for safety and reliability. I highly recommend getting a Mazda and I know 3 co-workers who did and are just as satisfied with them as I am.
This video doesn't make much sense. The behind I think for you is something you don't like. Personally I think it's amazing, best style I've seen on a hatchback in years. The central knob is the best part of this car! You honestly can't tell me touch screens are better while driving. They're not.
Mazda is very good at making simple, no-hassle cars that are nice to the regular driver and fun for car enthusiasts. Yes it's really strange that they didn't put the manual in the turbo option and then limited the turbo option to AWD only, but it's not a deal breaker for most people. I'm genuinely considering buying a brand new one off a trade in of my 2017 Honda CR-V. I love Mazda for their designs, simplicity, and reliability. Old infotainment? not a problem for me because new infotainment looks kinda dumb and is overly complicated. slightly outdated suspension? In a weird way I appreciate it since it keeps costs down. This car is quite literally as close to perfect as you can get in a car.
I prefer the knob over the touch screen. I personally hate touch screens. It's ok for a phone but not for display screen. I prefer the analog feel myself and it's less distracting.
Love this video lol..my version of this is getting ripped apart haha. I LOVE my Mazda 3, but there are certainly some sacrifices, as you say. However, at 3:01, that's a shot of the engine from the 3rd gen 3, not the 4th gen lol. Ask me how I know - I've owned 2 3rd gens and now a 4th gen.
Test drove the Mazda 3. With the safety-systems in play, blind spot monitoring was fantastic. See no problem with this car. I don’t require speed but safety. This car has a lot of safety.
I'm close to 2k shy of 200k miles on my 2018 Mazda3 2.5L GT. Yes yes you say get a Hybrid right? But I tell you that 2.5 and suspension is very versatile it can handle the Los Angeles freeways to allies and it has paid all my bills and some.
This review is pure bullshit. Mazda wins hands down in style, comfort, handling on the road, stability at high speeds, interior trim, cost and long guarantee. The quality is superb. You dont need turbo if you have a 2.5 lit engine with a nice 6 speed auto gear box. Go and drive and you will be surprised with road handling and stability. Throw it around corners on curvy roads and you will be surprised.
I own a 2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback. I’ve modded it and I work on it myself. I have to say none of your points are persuading me to get rid of it or enough to stop me from recommending the Mazda 3 Hatchback. In fact before buying it, I did a bit of research on the 3 Sedan and Hatchback, and after having it for about a year now, i love it. Simple, efficient, and near luxury. Many of the points you mentioned are nothing close to substantial. Mazda is definitely not a perfect company and their vehicles aren’t perfect either but they are efficient and reliable. (at least from what I have had from them) What you could have mentioned that would have grabbed attention is their driving assist sometimes throwing random “BRAKE” signals or the oil pressure sensor going bad after only 24000 miles. (Although I’m not sure if the oil pressure sensor issue is that common or not)
The rear undercarriage brackets has small pinholes for air or water drainage?. If you drive this in the northern salt it the salt will start to burrow into the metal.
I have a 2022 Turbo and here are the actual reasons. -Weight, height, and tires. Its pretty heavy, very low, and has smallish tires. If you live in an area with a lot of potholes or dirt roads go with a CX30 or CX5. If you hit even one decent sized pothole it can put a bubble in the tire. If you can get the tire protection from Mazda it is 100% worth it. -Accesibility and comfort, for long road trips anyone in the cramped rear seat who isnt tiny or a child will be uncomfortable. If you often have 3 or more people in your car again CX30 or CX5. Also if you or your family members are old, or have any kind of limited mobility its not the easiest car to get in and out of. -Paint and repair cost. The paint is beautiful, and because its so beautiful youll notice any chips in it immediately. A paint pen will cover it up and protect the metal from rust, but will still stand out. If you do end up with repairs not covered by insurance getting the body panels looking like new will be expensive. So you better have good insurance.
Mazda 3 is a family / enthusiast car, it's not made for luxury, it's made for fun. I bought a 2007 model, my friend bought a much pricier Golf MK5, he had his engine replaced and still having numerous electrical issues. On my Mazda3 I have only replaced an engine mount, an airbag spiral cable and a small plastic gear for the rear window. I bet cargo space isn't a priority when the car doesn't work.
Exactly, Mazda is not made for luxury. They used to be noisy, just like my 1990 Protege (with cushy long suspension travel -- 6.7" front & 8.9" rear) manual tranny with optional power windows that also requires DOHC with “noisy high revving top-gear ratio” on top of the already loud road noise. Now they are quiet, but the torsion beam lacks the cushy ride comfort of Civic/Corolla/Impreza.
Whether there is enough power gadgetry in a spruced up econo-box is debatable, but if you've ever tried to use a touch-screen when bouncing along Ohio's, Indiana's, Illinois' egregious interstates, you'll appreciate having your hand reasonably anchored...
I like the Mazda 3 over many competitors because it uses a larger displacement 4 cylinder for power over what others are doing using a tiny displacement engine plus a turbo charger which is more prone to expensive repairs later and the Mada uses a conventional geared transmission over the CVT type that others are using again another thing probe to expensive repairs later on if you plan on keeping it and putting a lot of miles on it
I ended up choosing an 2021 Subaru Impreza hatchback sport in manual transmission. Much more cargo space and rear visibility is much better, and the price much cheaper, $23,000. I love driving this car.
My 2009 Mazda 3 with 330.000 km still goes like a rocket. There is two more Mazdas in my family with similar high mileage and with zero defects so far. You just can't brake Mazda. Currently I'm looking for a new vehicle, and guess what I'll buy?
An older driver here with a verdict: you're being unnecessarily negative about this car, which generates a fun and genuine classic stick-shift driving experience. Thankfully, it does not have all the hyped up touch screen nonsense reminiscent of the Space Shuttle cockpit, currently seen on the dashboards of most other car brands out there, where the key mantra is useless complexity instead of intuitive simplicity - the latter being what most drivers really want. In other words, with the Mazda 3, you're still driving a car with a proper engine, as opposed to some geek contraption on four wheels designed for brainwashed social media addicts, under the questionable label of "connectivity". In terms of overall design, maybe the Mazda team had a look at the cool looking former Ferrari FF? Sadly, there are way too many ugly looking SUV boxes on wheels on the roads these days, really nothing to write home about. Anyone who has been driving for several decades will relate to what I am saying here.
I can add two more reasons to avoid Mazda 3s: a. SHIT ac blower motors and parts they always blow out eventually, trust me. b. known massive electrical issues. c. very low ride and suspension and it's highly susceptible to damage from potholes and other road hazards. Trust me. I lease a 2023 Mazda 3 sedan.
I love my 3 sedan AWD . The great thing is its not like all the other cars , so the rear seat room is a little small its fine for mall trips and besides you'll always have a friend with a bigger SUV to haul people on longer trips , the power is just fine who needs a Hell Cat and trunk space if only 2 maybe 3 are on a road trip is plenty, price i'll agree is kind of high but your getting a great looking car . Americans for some reason hate manuals ......
In my market, as well as the home market of Japan, the 2.0L engine is the base. My Japanese import is very highly specced but still only has the 2.0L not the 2.5L
I’ve just got the Mazda 3 premium plus and I absolutely love it ,it’s fast , it handles great (AWD) , has lots of power ,might not have big side windows to see the sides but it’s packed with alarms that let you know what’s going on all around the car , this video is made by Mazda haters
All I can say is. My 2009 bmw has a lot of the features the 2019 Mazda has. It’s a cool car and when I first saw it and drove my girlfriends for a few months it’s a cute car. But it is severely lacking in every perspective for its price tag and just the nature of the Mazda brand. The fact that you can’t have AWD and manual. I was looking at Mazdas about a year ago when I was car shopping and for the price, it isn’t worth it. 60k and I’m not getting a fun car that’s super enjoyable. That’s all I can say. Even a base model German or Toyota of the same price has more features and enjoyment than these little guys. Hell Hyundai is out here killing it right now on the enjoyment to price scale. Huge blindspots. Interior is gorgeous but lacking. Just all around hard to persuade myself to get one when civics exist. Audi a4. BMW 330i. Cars of equal cost but much better value. I’d honestly take a gr Corolla or WRX over these.
my mazda dis like is lack of sat radio and sm gas tank but great car handles fantastic and fast sterio sounds great seven speakers i blue tooth my xm pandora made of high quality inside and out
I don’t know what color red that is, but Mazda’s got it going on with that red color. Just bought a 2024 Corolla SE in Ruby flare pearl. However, I think that Mazda red is better. wonder if that paint will last as long as Toyota paint. I just don’t know that much about Mazda.
I totally agree. There is something about that red that is unique from other car makes. Especially in certain lighting conditions. It reflects so beautifully. It's like a deep vivid, color that you would normally only see in a OLED TV except in real life. Perhaps they have a patent on it because no other car make has it. 🤔
I think the current-gen Corolla SE, when multi-links was std feature & manual hasn't been discontinued, looks the most cool with steel blue exterior when paired with these color-matching stripy seat-fabric: ruclips.net/video/UHUwKdU8pyM/видео.html Besides, Corolla sedan's excellent rear visibility is wide enough to wrap around the right rear headrest, just like Lucid Air & the latest Avalon. Too bad that, even with Apex uncomfortable sport suspension, the steering is still so numb, on par with the new cushy-riding Jetta.
I have 2011 Mazda 3 and it’s by far the best car I ever had, one of the best cars on the market, I never have had even a small problem with my car, pretty fast beautiful and economic on gas, this guy maybe is working for Honda
Have owned one (G25 Astina) fo almost 5 years now. Looks as good as new, runs like a dream and there are no vehicles on the market a present that i would trade it for. Some very petty complaints presented for a vehicle that should be driven and enjoyed....
If you want an updated 'infotainment system buy another brand. The 2024 Rolls Royce uses the rotary knob control and does the Bentley. Buy another car brand. The requirement to have the car stationary to use the touchscreen should be mandatory in all vehicles. Touchscreens are clumsy and unpredictable taking the driver attention form the ROAD. 50 year old suspension? How old do you think the 4 stroke engine is? It isn't compulsory to buy a Mazda 3. Plenty of other choices.
50 year old suspension? Yes, 1974 Scirocco's “torsion beam (twist beam rear axle)” semi-independent suspension is still light years more advanced than 1973 Audi Fox's “rear beam axle” non-independent suspension.
I've had four Mazda3 sedans (2005, 2014, 2019, and now a 2024), and the 2024 was the first disappointment. One reason: the sound system is the worst I've ever experienced. I feel tricked into thinking the car had rear speakers because it has grills in the rear doors and a "rear fade" option in the infotainment system. It's actually doesn't even have rear speaker output making it very difficult to upgrade. I have a beautiful car with an embarrassingly bad sound system that I don't enjoy driving because I can't stand to listen to music. I feel like an idiot even when I LOOK at the car for not testing out the sound system, but I just assumed since my other Mazdas were good, this one would be too. My next car won't be another Mazda. :(
LOL, one big reason I don't want to get rid of my “still noisy” 1990 Mazda Protege is the “2DIN premium 1993 Camry stereo” I surgically transplanted into this car! While your newest-gen Mazda3 is the only quiet car through out its history!
Luckily i drive alone in this car. Driving the newest model Humora model 2024 Back seat is smaller. but how cares! There is a big blind spot. But if you use the mirrors and what helps are the warning signs. I have no problwm with it. The screen is usable when yuo drive it if you know how. And if you need the space in the trunk, buy a bigger car, so lot's of your arguments are bullshit. It's a great car and a beautiful car if you like a hach. And a good price for what you get. I'm from Europe and paid 29.000 euros for.it. and i love the new infotainment. Less is more. You dont need all that stuff.
A big rear is problematic? Are you talking about a woman or a car? IMO, a turbo and AWD are things to stay away from. I do agree with you on the demise of the manual trans and their entertainment system. Saying that the car is well built and should last a long time
I know whats goimg on here....this kid is taking psychology 104 and his professor asked him to write a creative peice focused on convincing at least 1 person out of the 7B+ on planet earth that a Mazda 3 is not an awesome, affordable, quality vehicle and may not be right for them. If thats the reason he made this video, I totally understand. If not, he's just crazy😂
dead wrong .... do your research thoroughly ... turbo engines DO NEED premium and it's not a hp issue ... you definitely haven't driven a turbo car before ... lower octane no mean more knocking in turbo engines which hurts them
You can get away with 91 in a pinch when they don't have 93 but I agree with you. Also you don't really save anything by going to 87 anyway since it isn't gonna be tuned for it.
Rear parking sensors are stock at ALL trim levels.... Please do your research BEFORE making bad videos. BTW, buying my 4th Mazda 3 right now. I Like it SO much better than all of the VWs (which really have crappy Infotainment. like really crappy) and the Ford Focus (dont know what its called in America). And it comes with much better trim for the same money as ALL other manufacturers...
You are Young man that does not like Mazda for a start and from the entertainment system to the re-expansion they mainly done this to save costs and also for safety the dial once you get to use it it’s actually a lot better you can still keep your eyes on the road while you’re using the dial and don’t forget it’s a hatchback you always find in the rear seat yes there is no room very little because it’s a hatchback and by the way if you put the top-of-the-line Mazda three and a Mercedes-Benz a class what would you buy to me it would be the Mazda three costs already has every thing in it and it’s got all the bells and whistles where the Mercedes to have all that other stuff you have to pay extra for it and also sounds like you just don’t like Mazda and don’t you put your brain in use and do some more research and you would fine Mazda three is a very safe car to drive than any other hatchback
Some of those listed reasons are actualy positive for mamy buyers. For example, multimedia, I find it much better then this new fashion with touchscreens that can only distract me as a driver. I find it only little bit poor in engine options here in Europe. Diesel version 1.8 l with downgraded power only 115 hp or 2.0 l 186 or 2.5 with only 140 hp😮😮?! I dont uderstand this downpowering engines which can deliver much more hp from specific displacement.
Blub Blub Blub all kinds of great features just not enough for some yuppie whiner! You were right about one thing its an inexpensive viable alternative to a BMW!
Complete bollox, the Mazda 3 is a perfectly reasonable vehicle with a history of reliability. I have ran mazda cars for over 30 years as well as other makes such as , Ford, Jaguar, Audi, Bmw etc, so i may just have a decent idea of the vehicle.
This is a dumb video review. It is hardly polarizing. Gorgeous vehicle. Blind spots aren't an issue. They are equipped with full blind spot monitoring. Great engine. Best car on the market as far as I am concerned. I am on my 3rd Mazda3 hatch. And no crappy CVT
The fact that the very first point of your video is criticizing the rear of a HATCHBACK car tells me everything I need to know about the rest of the video, lmao. Some people need the cargo space.
1974 Scirocco's “torsion beam (twist beam rear axle)” semi-independent suspension is still light years more advanced than 1973 Audi Fox's “rear beam axle” non-independent suspension.
Frankly speaking the rear seat should be eliminated. Make it a two seater . No one will thank for riding in the back seat of the Mazda 3. It actually coverts it to a two seat Sports wagon. Remember Pickup were two seater. There is nothing uglier than a huge pickup with a cabin. Talk about a land yacht.
🏆Name small hatchbacks that are better than Mazda 3!🤔
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I love my Mazda fastback
You should buy the car you want
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Seems like this video was made by someone who works for Toyota or Honda.
Doesn't Toyota have a stake in Mazda? They share parts and even engines
@@zylo999 I believe they make the trans but I could be wrong
There are really no significant reasons there not to buy a Mazda 3.
0:00 Not sure what to make of this video. I've had five Mazda 3s: one Gen 1 sedan, two Gen 3 hatchbacks, and now two Gen 4 AWD turbo hatchbacks. Is the car perfect? No, but then, no car is. It meets my needs and is still an enjoyable car to own and drive. And, BTW, the complaint about not enough room in the back seat is a tad overblown. I've had two adults riding in the back seat many times and they had no complaints. You get a lot of standard features for less money than what some other car brands charge. And the styling gets lots of attention and compliments. Say what you like about the Mazda 3, at least I don't have to worry about mine spontaneously catching fire, getting stolen and trashed, catastrophic engine failures, toasted transmissions, or ongoing recalls and class action suits. If you haven't driven a Mazda 3, test drive one. You just might enjoy it.
I just bought a 2018 6 speed standard Mazda 3 and I love it more than any other car I have ever had! It is a lot of fun to drive.
No CVT. A plus.
Normally aspirated engine. A plus.
What's not to like?
It's on my short list of new cars to buy.
Forget any car with CVT.
Forget any car with a turbo.
Forget any car with a CVT and a turbo.
They mentioned blind spots in the video. Have you had issues with blind spots?
Got to drive one a while back and it won me over the minute I got in the car. Upgrading for a 22 Civic Sport and the Mazda 3 is everything I want in a relatively affordable, somewhat luxury sports car
Six month with Mazda 3 2024 and loving it. It's my first car.
how can you complain about everything 😂...it's one of the best cars in the market. Do you hate mazda cuz you don't have one😂
I completely disagree with your entire viewpoint. I’ve owned many Mazda’s and my current 2023 Mazda3 HB is an amazing car. You sound like a young man, so I will give you a break for not having any experience with cars of the last 50 years.
The 6-speed automatic transmission that he says is "past its prime" was one of the main selling points for me.
I checked most cars in the same category, and they all had the cheap, annoying CVT that makes acceleration upon entering the hiway a pain.
100% correct. I don't own a Mazda but I had a 2014 Mazda 6 that was great. The 6 speed automatic is bulletproof. It's a primary reason to buy one.
Plus its a Good 6 speed transmission , Mine in my CX-9 has been problem free, but i do service , even though Mazda says its maint. free.
I just bought a Mazda 3 sedan. None of your negative comments were persuasive. I came from a 2005 Toyota Corolla S. The Mazda 3 is superior in every respect save two: The 2024 Mazda has no CD player, and I have dozens of CDs. Until this year, the Mazda had a 12V adapter; I had to buy one from Amazon. I don't want or need: A turbocharger, all wheel drive, a sun/moon roof, hatchback, upgraded "trim level," or other knick-knacks; I'm a former Caterpillar heavy-equipment mechanic. All I need is a dependable, fuel-efficient car to get me from place to place. Old saying: "If it works as it should, it doesn't have enough features."
Facts bro
I'm going to go down and sit in my soul red crystal metallic '24 Turbo Premium Plus hatchback and giggle a little bit at this video.
And I'm going to sit in my '20 deep crystal blue sedan and giggle along as well...
I’m going to sit in my pearlescent white ‘23 Turbo premium hatchback and chuckle also
I was looking for a car with AWD good power can burn reg gas no CVT and cant be German. Almost forgot and be under $40000 Canadian. I can only think of one and I bought it and love it mazda 3 turbo sedan.
I have one too, love the awd during winter
Had 5 Mazda 3s and never an issue with any of them. Now have a 2023 Turbo PP hatch and its my dream 3. Absolutely love these cars.
Styling, completely subjective. I love the back.
Gas and power.. I owned a 2018 6 w/the turbo 2.5 and never noticed much difference between 87 and 93 octane. Accelerated very well during all conditions.
The infotainment is all you need, no more no less. I hate touch screen set ups. You shouldn't have to focus much on the infotainment, and the rotary knob allows you to develop muscle memory on selecting options rather than falsely pressing buttons on a harsh road.
The rear suspension of the current 3 is fine. Can barely tell it doesn't have multi link.
I'll give you the rear seat room, it's a deal breaker for a lot of people. However for my family of 3, it's perfectly acceptable.
Rear cargo room is fine. Don't need much more. If you need more, get a midsize sedan.
Price tags are higher because the vehicle is more refined than a corolla. More reliable than a golf. No one needs the turbo, so you can keep the price down on getting the NA engine.
Home run!
I love how this comment is so well laid out. Home run
Interesting, they didn’t make a 2018 Turbo
Agreed 😂. Point on everything !!!!
@@cyana214yeah exactly, 🧢
Biased nonsense.
Must've taken him really long to think of these 8 reasons
@@jerrybao1934 Perhaps he works for a Chinese car company. You could write a book on why not to buy a Chinese car.
Most of the negatives are on the hatchback. Why didn't you review the sedan as well?
I have a Mazda 3 2020 and i love it. I would rather have seen you sitting in that car and talking about the cons rather than watching repetitive images that don't say much. Probably that car does not apply to your lifestyle and you should find something suitable. Good luck in search of your perfect car :)
That's better than the latest one, keep it.
Let's stop buying it, Mazda will stop making it, then everyone will complain why Mazda stopped making them.
😂😂.
I'm fine with that.
WHY? YOU DON'T GIVE ANY REASON....
@@rosendosolesainz5059 Did you read the entire comment?
I love my mazda 3 😂
Where exactly are the negatives here?
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Got one,had it for nine months now. Love her to bits. She looks the part too.
Not convinced. I'm getting another one.
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It’s painfully obvious this guy has never driven a 4th gen Mazda3. Absolute garbage logic. As an owner of a 2022 model, I could offer much more helpful advice: if you hate CVTs, want a well handling, beautiful car, and don’t use the rear seat much, the 3 is an awesome option for the price. Otherwise, a Honda Civic is probably better for you.
Hi, i just turned 18 and about to purchase my first car which is a Mazda 3I sport sedan 2016 Fwd.
what are your thoughts on it compared to your 2022 Mazda.
thanks :)
So before I bought one I thought the rotary knob would suck. But after using it a bunch I know think it is just better then just having a touch screen. Not having to reach up and look at the screen to do things while driving is nice.
LOVE this comment!
Same here . I love the rotary knob , no way I am going to be touching my screen with oily fingers leaving fingerprints everywhere ( BTW , the screen is indeed touchscreen when a phone is connected to it )
I have one of these and they are a lovely car that turns heads. The interior is lovely even on the lower specs and the blind spot isnt really a problem. On the sport tech model you get a some great visual aids for parking.
The infotainment is an easy and fantastic set up and only seems to have one hipcup when it comes the andrioid auto app. This hippcup involves a podcast or Audible track coming on when your no longing listening to it everytime you turn the volume dial . This can be easly solved by going into the android auto app and unticking the various apps.
The sound is also great from the bose speakers set up with a subwoofer in the boot.
The video has a point with regards to suspension, i vot into a mondeo and secretly found that it had a much softer feel on the road. It is not such a big deal though and you soon forget it especially with the smooth gear changes.
The lay out of the interior on these is just gorgeous. Burgandy leather red looks f-ing awesome. I just wish in the uk you could get turbo versions.
Mazda 3 is a reliably good car with a distinctive look on the road packed with features.
I shopped this bad boy in 22. Nice car. Almost pulled the trigger on a sedan. The back seat just a tad to tight. Had to get a bigger car. I don't know anyone who regrets getting one. X
I regret only that I got the sedan and not the hatch (Ido have more space, but looks like I am still a hatchback guy). Except that, I love it, especially the interior, includind the infotaiment, simple and not clutered.
The blind spot C-pillar seems to be a non issue for owners! I have a civic and rarely rely on the ample rear visibility because is has blind spot monitoring, rear traffic warning, and reverse camera. You don't need much else!
The center console control is actually sick and way better than the touchscreen 4:36
I was kinda skeptical at first but I love it better than touching the screen
LET'S ALL BUY MAZDAS !!!!
I just did 😂
I just bought a Mazda 3 2.5 GTX Hatch. Yes, it is not a WOW car but, coming from a VW and a Merc, this car is good value for money. It sticks through corners like my Merc. Doesn't have the wow of the VW 2.0 Turbo or the AMG Merc but I bet ya, it will last me longer than the other brands. I had numerous issues with my gearbox on the Merc. Numerous issues with the VW. NONE OF MY OTHER 2 CARS CAME WITH THE CLASSY INTERIOR AND RELIABILITY. They cost me many dollars in repairs. In NZ, there is thousands of Mazda's, why? They overtook Toyota in reliability and value for money. I do not like to spent my hard earned money on crap. I unfortunately did it when I bought VW and Mercedes.
We’re inundated with these RUclipsrs that can only get people to watch if they have controversial nonsense title for their content. If there are reliability, technical, service issues fine etc but this video was just nonsense. There are negatives in all cars including the Mazda 3 but equally there are positives as there are with the Mazda 3. We want an unbiased review as I’m sure there are many very happy Mazda 3 owners in this world who have their opinion on those 8 negatives.
I have had a 2023 and now a 2024. Have goten as many compliments as my Miata. I enjoy the fact that I do not see one on every corner. I can fit a bike, camping equipment and drive across the state of FL with perfect comfort. This guy needs to get clue.
Do you shit money?
Why buy a 2023 one and 1 year later buy the 2024 one? How about driving a car for many years before changing it.
Right, you don't have Mazda3, I m still buying next mazda3
Love my 2021 Mazda 3. Zero issues, has the HP to get up and go, handles great, luxury of a BMW/Mercedes without the price. Quality of fit and finish is outstanding. Top 10 rated for safety and reliability. I highly recommend getting a Mazda and I know 3 co-workers who did and are just as satisfied with them as I am.
This video doesn't make much sense. The behind I think for you is something you don't like. Personally I think it's amazing, best style I've seen on a hatchback in years. The central knob is the best part of this car! You honestly can't tell me touch screens are better while driving. They're not.
Mazda is very good at making simple, no-hassle cars that are nice to the regular driver and fun for car enthusiasts. Yes it's really strange that they didn't put the manual in the turbo option and then limited the turbo option to AWD only, but it's not a deal breaker for most people. I'm genuinely considering buying a brand new one off a trade in of my 2017 Honda CR-V. I love Mazda for their designs, simplicity, and reliability.
Old infotainment? not a problem for me because new infotainment looks kinda dumb and is overly complicated. slightly outdated suspension? In a weird way I appreciate it since it keeps costs down. This car is quite literally as close to perfect as you can get in a car.
I prefer the knob over the touch screen. I personally hate touch screens. It's ok for a phone but not for display screen. I prefer the analog feel myself and it's less distracting.
Love this video lol..my version of this is getting ripped apart haha. I LOVE my Mazda 3, but there are certainly some sacrifices, as you say. However, at 3:01, that's a shot of the engine from the 3rd gen 3, not the 4th gen lol. Ask me how I know - I've owned 2 3rd gens and now a 4th gen.
Test drove the Mazda 3. With the safety-systems in play, blind spot monitoring was fantastic. See no problem with this car. I don’t require speed but safety. This car has a lot of safety.
I'm close to 2k shy of 200k miles on my 2018 Mazda3 2.5L GT. Yes yes you say get a Hybrid right? But I tell you that 2.5 and suspension is very versatile it can handle the Los Angeles freeways to allies and it has paid all my bills and some.
This review is pure bullshit. Mazda wins hands down in style, comfort, handling on the road, stability at high speeds, interior trim, cost and long guarantee. The quality is superb. You dont need turbo if you have a 2.5 lit engine with a nice 6 speed auto gear box. Go and drive and you will be surprised with road handling and stability. Throw it around corners on curvy roads and you will be surprised.
They are not very durable. They rust
@@Bohemian_lostwhich year model rusts and do you live near the ocean
I own a 2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback. I’ve modded it and I work on it myself. I have to say none of your points are persuading me to get rid of it or enough to stop me from recommending the Mazda 3 Hatchback. In fact before buying it, I did a bit of research on the 3 Sedan and Hatchback, and after having it for about a year now, i love it. Simple, efficient, and near luxury. Many of the points you mentioned are nothing close to substantial. Mazda is definitely not a perfect company and their vehicles aren’t perfect either but they are efficient and reliable. (at least from what I have had from them) What you could have mentioned that would have grabbed attention is their driving assist sometimes throwing random “BRAKE” signals or the oil pressure sensor going bad after only 24000 miles. (Although I’m not sure if the oil pressure sensor issue is that common or not)
The rear undercarriage brackets has small pinholes for air or water drainage?.
If you drive this in the northern salt it the salt will start to burrow into the metal.
I had one as a rental a few years back and remember if fondly.
Your talking rubbish
I have a 2022 Turbo and here are the actual reasons.
-Weight, height, and tires. Its pretty heavy, very low, and has smallish tires. If you live in an area with a lot of potholes or dirt roads go with a CX30 or CX5. If you hit even one decent sized pothole it can put a bubble in the tire. If you can get the tire protection from Mazda it is 100% worth it.
-Accesibility and comfort, for long road trips anyone in the cramped rear seat who isnt tiny or a child will be uncomfortable. If you often have 3 or more people in your car again CX30 or CX5.
Also if you or your family members are old, or have any kind of limited mobility its not the easiest car to get in and out of.
-Paint and repair cost. The paint is beautiful, and because its so beautiful youll notice any chips in it immediately. A paint pen will cover it up and protect the metal from rust, but will still stand out. If you do end up with repairs not covered by insurance getting the body panels looking like new will be expensive. So you better have good insurance.
Mazda 3 is a family / enthusiast car, it's not made for luxury, it's made for fun.
I bought a 2007 model, my friend bought a much pricier Golf MK5, he had his engine replaced and still having numerous electrical issues. On my Mazda3 I have only replaced an engine mount, an airbag spiral cable and a small plastic gear for the rear window. I bet cargo space isn't a priority when the car doesn't work.
Exactly, Mazda is not made for luxury. They used to be noisy, just like my 1990 Protege (with cushy long suspension travel -- 6.7" front & 8.9" rear) manual tranny with optional power windows that also requires DOHC with “noisy high revving top-gear ratio” on top of the already loud road noise. Now they are quiet, but the torsion beam lacks the cushy ride comfort of Civic/Corolla/Impreza.
Whether there is enough power gadgetry in a spruced up econo-box is debatable, but if you've ever tried to use a touch-screen when bouncing along Ohio's, Indiana's, Illinois' egregious interstates, you'll appreciate having your hand reasonably anchored...
I like the Mazda 3 over many competitors because it uses a larger displacement 4 cylinder for power over what others are doing using a tiny displacement engine plus a turbo charger which is more prone to expensive repairs later and the Mada uses a conventional geared transmission over the CVT type that others are using again another thing probe to expensive repairs later on if you plan on keeping it and putting a lot of miles on it
I ended up choosing an 2021 Subaru Impreza hatchback sport in manual transmission. Much more cargo space and rear visibility is much better, and the price much cheaper, $23,000. I love driving this car.
The car is both bullet proof and fun to drive. It's also affordable, all this makes it a great buy.
It’s a great video with the volume down. 😂
got mine in 23' hatch carbon edition,absolutely love it....
Make sure your Mazda 3 has a "J" leading the VIN.
Why?
@@Santana_Z31 J= made in Japan. Which all uk cars are
@@kevinthacker8349all the canadian mazda's as well .
Is Mazda 3 sedan is also as bad as the hatchback?
My 2009 Mazda 3 with 330.000 km still goes like a rocket. There is two more Mazdas in my family with similar high mileage and with zero defects so far. You just can't brake Mazda. Currently I'm looking for a new vehicle, and guess what I'll buy?
An older driver here with a verdict: you're being unnecessarily negative about this car, which generates a fun and genuine classic stick-shift driving experience. Thankfully, it does not have all the hyped up touch screen nonsense reminiscent of the Space Shuttle cockpit, currently seen on the dashboards of most other car brands out there, where the key mantra is useless complexity instead of intuitive simplicity - the latter being what most drivers really want. In other words, with the Mazda 3, you're still driving a car with a proper engine, as opposed to some geek contraption on four wheels designed for brainwashed social media addicts, under the questionable label of "connectivity". In terms of overall design, maybe the Mazda team had a look at the cool looking former Ferrari FF? Sadly, there are way too many ugly looking SUV boxes on wheels on the roads these days, really nothing to write home about. Anyone who has been driving for several decades will relate to what I am saying here.
Utter bullshit. It’s an excellent car.
Mazda,s rust as they age.
@@Bohemian_lostnobody loves you
@@giuseppepeppe7201 that’s not nice
@@benmarley3086 🤷🏻♂️
Now i want one
I have a sedan Verizon and itrms beautiful on aodhan rims peral white
I can add two more reasons to avoid Mazda 3s: a. SHIT ac blower motors and parts they always blow out eventually, trust me. b. known massive electrical issues. c. very low ride
and suspension and it's highly susceptible to damage from potholes and other road hazards. Trust me. I lease a 2023 Mazda 3 sedan.
I love my 3 sedan AWD . The great thing is its not like all the other cars , so the rear seat room is a little small its fine for mall trips and besides you'll always have a friend with a bigger SUV to haul people on longer trips , the power is just fine who needs a Hell Cat and trunk space if only 2 maybe 3 are on a road trip is plenty, price i'll agree is kind of high but your getting a great looking car . Americans for some reason hate manuals ......
In my market, as well as the home market of Japan, the 2.0L engine is the base. My Japanese import is very highly specced but still only has the 2.0L not the 2.5L
My 2016 Mazda 3 is on its 5th break down only at 91k miles. I’m probably the unluckiest Mazda owner in the world.
2.5 191 horse with turbo?
I’ve just got the Mazda 3 premium plus and I absolutely love it ,it’s fast , it handles great (AWD) , has lots of power ,might not have big side windows to see the sides but it’s packed with alarms that let you know what’s going on all around the car , this video is made by Mazda haters
All I can say is. My 2009 bmw has a lot of the features the 2019 Mazda has. It’s a cool car and when I first saw it and drove my girlfriends for a few months it’s a cute car. But it is severely lacking in every perspective for its price tag and just the nature of the Mazda brand. The fact that you can’t have AWD and manual. I was looking at Mazdas about a year ago when I was car shopping and for the price, it isn’t worth it. 60k and I’m not getting a fun car that’s super enjoyable. That’s all I can say. Even a base model German or Toyota of the same price has more features and enjoyment than these little guys. Hell Hyundai is out here killing it right now on the enjoyment to price scale. Huge blindspots. Interior is gorgeous but lacking. Just all around hard to persuade myself to get one when civics exist. Audi a4. BMW 330i. Cars of equal cost but much better value. I’d honestly take a gr Corolla or WRX over these.
my mazda dis like is lack of sat radio and sm gas tank but great car handles fantastic and fast sterio sounds great seven speakers i blue tooth my xm pandora made of high quality inside and out
I don’t know what color red that is, but Mazda’s got it going on with that red color. Just bought a 2024 Corolla SE in Ruby flare pearl. However, I think that Mazda red is better. wonder if that paint will last as long as Toyota paint. I just don’t know that much about Mazda.
I totally agree. There is something about that red that is unique from other car makes. Especially in certain lighting conditions. It reflects so beautifully.
It's like a deep vivid, color that you would normally only see in a OLED TV except in real life. Perhaps they have a patent on it because no other car make has it. 🤔
I think the current-gen Corolla SE, when multi-links was std feature & manual hasn't been discontinued, looks the most cool with steel blue exterior when paired with these color-matching stripy seat-fabric:
ruclips.net/video/UHUwKdU8pyM/видео.html
Besides, Corolla sedan's excellent rear visibility is wide enough to wrap around the right rear headrest, just like Lucid Air & the latest Avalon. Too bad that, even with Apex uncomfortable sport suspension, the steering is still so numb, on par with the new cushy-riding Jetta.
mazda 3 is a great car. i have 2010 mazda 3 and it still works fine on roads
Yeah, the price is definitely a major drawback. A freaking Golf with equal trim level will only be 10k above the Mazda 3. 😂
I have 2011 Mazda 3 and it’s by far the best car I ever had, one of the best cars on the market, I never have had even a small problem with my car, pretty fast beautiful and economic on gas, this guy maybe is working for Honda
Have owned one (G25 Astina) fo almost 5 years now. Looks as good as new, runs like a dream and there are no vehicles on the market a present that i would trade it for. Some very petty complaints presented for a vehicle that should be driven and enjoyed....
Yo, I love the styling not a problem for me
And by the way I do drive a Mazda 3 it’s it’s the best car that I’ve ever bought in my tire life
The Mazda 3 is a great car.
If you want an updated 'infotainment system buy another brand. The 2024 Rolls Royce uses the rotary knob control and does the Bentley. Buy another car brand. The requirement to have the car stationary to use the touchscreen should be mandatory in all vehicles. Touchscreens are clumsy and unpredictable taking the driver attention form the ROAD. 50 year old suspension? How old do you think the 4 stroke engine is? It isn't compulsory to buy a Mazda 3. Plenty of other choices.
50 year old suspension? Yes, 1974 Scirocco's “torsion beam (twist beam rear axle)” semi-independent suspension is still light years more advanced than 1973 Audi Fox's “rear beam axle” non-independent suspension.
I've had four Mazda3 sedans (2005, 2014, 2019, and now a 2024), and the 2024 was the first disappointment. One reason: the sound system is the worst I've ever experienced. I feel tricked into thinking the car had rear speakers because it has grills in the rear doors and a "rear fade" option in the infotainment system. It's actually doesn't even have rear speaker output making it very difficult to upgrade. I have a beautiful car with an embarrassingly bad sound system that I don't enjoy driving because I can't stand to listen to music. I feel like an idiot even when I LOOK at the car for not testing out the sound system, but I just assumed since my other Mazdas were good, this one would be too. My next car won't be another Mazda. :(
LOL, one big reason I don't want to get rid of my “still noisy” 1990 Mazda Protege is the “2DIN premium 1993 Camry stereo” I surgically transplanted into this car! While your newest-gen Mazda3 is the only quiet car through out its history!
I like big buttons, I can't lie
Luckily i drive alone in this car. Driving the newest model Humora model 2024 Back seat is smaller. but how cares! There is a big blind spot. But if you use the mirrors and what helps are the warning signs. I have no problwm with it. The screen is usable when yuo drive it if you know how. And if you need the space in the trunk, buy a bigger car, so lot's of your arguments are bullshit. It's a great car and a beautiful car if you like a hach. And a good price for what you get. I'm from Europe and paid 29.000 euros for.it. and i love the new infotainment. Less is more. You dont need all that stuff.
A big rear is problematic? Are you talking about a woman or a car? IMO, a turbo and AWD are things to stay away from. I do agree with you on the demise of the manual trans and their entertainment system. Saying that the car is well built and should last a long time
Much better than every US car!
I know whats goimg on here....this kid is taking psychology 104 and his professor asked him to write a creative peice focused on convincing at least 1 person out of the 7B+ on planet earth that a Mazda 3 is not an awesome, affordable, quality vehicle and may not be right for them. If thats the reason he made this video, I totally understand. If not, he's just crazy😂
I am relieved that all the comments are just disagreeing with this video and this guy.
dead wrong .... do your research thoroughly ... turbo engines DO NEED premium and it's not a hp issue ... you definitely haven't driven a turbo car before ... lower octane no mean more knocking in turbo engines which hurts them
You can get away with 91 in a pinch when they don't have 93 but I agree with you. Also you don't really save anything by going to 87 anyway since it isn't gonna be tuned for it.
Rear parking sensors are stock at ALL trim levels....
Please do your research BEFORE making bad videos.
BTW, buying my 4th Mazda 3 right now.
I Like it SO much better than all of the VWs (which really have crappy Infotainment. like really crappy) and the Ford Focus (dont know what its called in America).
And it comes with much better trim for the same money as ALL other manufacturers...
You are Young man that does not like Mazda for a start and from the entertainment system to the re-expansion they mainly done this to save costs and also for safety the dial once you get to use it it’s actually a lot better you can still keep your eyes on the road while you’re using the dial and don’t forget it’s a hatchback you always find in the rear seat yes there is no room very little because it’s a hatchback and by the way if you put the top-of-the-line Mazda three and a Mercedes-Benz a class what would you buy to me it would be the Mazda three costs already has every thing in it and it’s got all the bells and whistles where the Mercedes to have all that other stuff you have to pay extra for it and also sounds like you just don’t like Mazda and don’t you put your brain in use and do some more research and you would fine Mazda three is a very safe car to drive than any other hatchback
If you want space in a 4-door, then buy a boat. Mazda sells to the driver & passenger. Kids are in the back.
The sedan is absolutely beautiful
Some of those listed reasons are actualy positive for mamy buyers. For example, multimedia, I find it much better then this new fashion with touchscreens that can only distract me as a driver.
I find it only little bit poor in engine options here in Europe. Diesel version 1.8 l with downgraded power only 115 hp or 2.0 l 186 or 2.5 with only 140 hp😮😮?! I dont uderstand this downpowering engines which can deliver much more hp from specific displacement.
Blub Blub Blub all kinds of great features just not enough for some yuppie whiner! You were right about one thing its an inexpensive viable alternative to a BMW!
U call that expensive??? That car costs $196K in singapore!! U should be thankful it cost below $40k in your country...
Apples and oranges.....
I have a 3 the only thing wrong is the brake pads are DIRTY the damn wheels are always DIRTY.
Sounds to me like a few Honda and Toyota executives have been slipping this guy a few wads of cash out behind the nearest dumpster.
Complete bollox, the Mazda 3 is a perfectly reasonable vehicle with a history of reliability. I have ran mazda cars for over 30 years as well as other makes such as , Ford, Jaguar, Audi, Bmw etc, so i may just have a decent idea of the vehicle.
This is a dumb video review. It is hardly polarizing. Gorgeous vehicle. Blind spots aren't an issue. They are equipped with full blind spot monitoring. Great engine. Best car on the market as far as I am concerned. I am on my 3rd Mazda3 hatch. And no crappy CVT
I'm buying one
I'll stick with a used one for a fraction of the ridiculous price.
The fact that the very first point of your video is criticizing the rear of a HATCHBACK car tells me everything I need to know about the rest of the video, lmao. Some people need the cargo space.
Too many of these Reasons didn't sound like Negatives.
You're confusing a live axle with a torsion beam setup.
1974 Scirocco's “torsion beam (twist beam rear axle)” semi-independent suspension is still light years more advanced than 1973 Audi Fox's “rear beam axle” non-independent suspension.
Frankly speaking the rear seat should be eliminated. Make it a two seater . No one will thank for riding in the back seat of the Mazda 3. It actually coverts
it to a two seat Sports wagon. Remember Pickup were two seater. There is nothing uglier than a huge pickup with a cabin. Talk about a land yacht.
Of course, when comparing to another fun car -- the Z3 hatchback Coupe.
I think my 1997 mx5 should have a new companion