I watched the entire review, and at the end I was moved to tears. I have a 2020 Kia Cerato (Forte) GT, and have seriously contemplated getting one of these. I’m completely sold. Very soon, there’ll be a 2021 Mazda 3 G25 GT Hatch, with the manual and Vision Technology package, sitting in my garage. This is what being a car enthusiast is all about, the relationship you form with the car, and the experiences you relate to that car. Before my Kia, I had two different Mazda 3’s (an ‘09 and a ‘15), and this fourth-gen car is going to become my newest family member. I am completely, utterly, and totally sold. #zoomzoom
This is definitely the longest review that I have finished and also the first one I commented on. Thank you for such hard work. Making a 47 minutes review must be hard. This helps someone like me who is looking for a Mazda 3 to be my first car in my life. As I am looking for a 3rd generation or 4th generation of the Mazda 3, this helps me a lot. Thank you.
Just bought the 2021 mazda 3 HB after watching all your reviews about the car. Thanks so much for your advice and loved the end of the video! Great review, i will watch others!
Cool review. I have a 2010 Mazda 3 silver S GT sedan. I really like it and enjoy it. I learn new things about it regarding maintenance, handling and features all the time. Mazda 3s are great first cars and they are so incredibly reliable!
I just got a base 50k red 2019 Mazda 3 hatchback AWD as my first car and watching your reviews make me feel like I made the right choice. Your review was very enjoyable 🎉 even for someone like me that is not a car guy. I hope I get to take it to many adventures as you do.
I found your channel in 2020 by your Toyota Corolla CE review and found it funny that you put halo Combat Evolved in the video and been watching your videos ever since keep up the work for 2021.
I rarely comment on videos. Really nice review man. I currently own a 2012 Mazda 3 hatch and its a really nice car compared to a 2003 Corsa C I had before. Keep up the good work man!
I pretty much watched every single review of the Mazda 3 on youtube, and honestly this is by far the best! Helped me a lot with my purchase decision & which trim to get.
Hi Zack/zach! i'm in chicago and I just ordered the 2023 turbo and it'll arrive in 90 ~ 120 days ( maybe longer??) . i've watched all of your mazda3 videos and i really wanna say thank you to your detailed reviews. The ending of this video is really touching and I expect to treat my first ever car like a family member too. I've always loved cars and bc of you i get to know the known flaws i.e. paint so i can get ready and put ppf etc. i hope we can drive our mazdas around on track day and meet up or something!
Bloody hell mate... I feel like I've owned the car already. I was just about to buy a 100th Anniversary version with the Skyactiv X 2.0 (2.5 isn't available in the UK). But don't think I'll bother now. You've taken all the potential fun and pain out of it (just kidding mate). Still, I might just do it! Your review was proper, and as full as I've seen, for any car. You should start a crowd funder campaign, to give you access to a brand new car every 6 months, so that you can do a full, in depth 10000 mile review of a regular, affordable car. For people who can only afford to run one car at a time. A car that has to be 'Every Car You Ever Need'. I've not had to sleep in a car for a few years but would be nice to know whether it was comfy enough. Anyway, thanks for letting me get to know the Mazda 3 without spending a penny. I'll let you know if I go for it!
I have a 2020 3 manual, the gas mileage has been blowing me away! I'm averaging 35-36 mpg COMBINED. I even drive the car semi aggressively not shifting until 3-4k rpm for gears 1-3... its awesome
Such a good review man! I am definitely eyeing this beautiful vehicle right now. The only thing is I would have to part with my beloved ‘04 Suburban to purchase it and I just don’t know if I am willing to do that 😂
Wow small world! I'm a new sub and I recognize that jewel parking lot in your video. I live within walking distance to that jewel. I was walking to that Jewel to buy some groceries the day of that accident and saw the aftermath. Just terrible. Sorry about your friend.
I recently got a used 2019 Mazda 3 premium fwd that was on my dealership lot that Where I work I got it for 20k with only 30k miles in excellent condition I love this car
Car is DOPE for the $$$! I love mine, just got one! Mazda is crushing the competition, luxurious with gorgeous world class styling, feel like I stole something even during this inflated market. Base model does not look or feel base; Mazda (and Subaru) base models are next level. Was looking at a CX 3 this smoked it, for a few more grand I could had bought a low mileage CX 5. But I sat in this and fell in love instantly, Mazda 3 AWD Hatchback is bringing Sexy Back and there is nothing low-end about it except the price.
The best review so far. Youre right, nobody did mention it by other reviewers about the center arm rest issue with the rear seas cup holder. That's really disappointing. But i still love the car. Im getting mine in a couple weeks 🥰
Maintenance light is doing its job if it’s annoying you! That is exactly why it is there, some people really need to be annoyed to the point that they go get the service done. Some will wait too long and too late, so I am all for the annoying light, it is doing what it does!
Hey man just wanna know if your Mazda 3 drinks up lot of gas as well. I bought the G25 GT here in Australia and I feel like it consumes a lot of fuel for a 2.5L compared to other same size engines.
In my 2015 Mazda 3 I can disable the wrench icon by moving the date forward and increasing the kilometers in the maintenance app. I wonder if the newer models have something similar.
I am considering buying this car but in the sedan version and I find this review definitely the best among of all other reviews for Mazda 3 I have seen so far. I also appreciate the mess in the central console... just for my imagination, you know :D Anyway, I have heard a lot about some rattles and annoying noises coming from the dashboard. I understand from the video that you did not encounter with it, correct?
Have a 2021 Mazda 3 Sedan with 2,000 miles. There is some road noise from the interior but only on really rough road surfaces (I do not think it is an issue with the car). It may just be that a lot of the roads here in Texas are not in great shape. Overall I really enjoy this car, I am very happy with it and would choose over a Civic or Corolla. I think a lot of the issues have been addressed in the newer 2021 models.
I have same issue with the delaminating section on my 2019 Mazda 3 infotainment screen (same exact corner)...took to dealership but they’re waiting for a response from Mazda on how to rectify it...been a few weeks now still no word (very disappointing)!
Did they reply yet? If not, I would recommend going to Mazda corporate yourself. I can put you in touch with top people at Mazda if needed. Just say so.....
Hey bud, I've been reading that Mazda's paints can be quite fragile, chipping/scratching especially in soul red crystal. Is this true for the 2021 models? & if so what colors would you recommend? Thanks
Hey, I owned a red Mazda 3 for 4 years and the paint just looks like new everyday I owned it! I don’t go to car wash, washed it myself, and only use water! You don’t need detergent!
Considering buying one with the red interior none turbo. It’s about 14k cheaper than the new turbo at least the one I’m looking at and it’s a couple years older
I just bought one of these. I hate that damn usb port above the cup holder. It gets in the way if I have a water bottle or large drink in there. I use the one in the center console
they dont give you navigation in america? i just bought a new mazda 3 and they all come with it here. thats pretty weird for paying so much money for a car they didnt give you nav. maybe they were supposed to ?
Mazda only gives full-factory navigation in the premium models unless you purchase the maps sd card separately.....they figured most people use apple auto or android auto
If you really want to use the onboard Mazda navigation without paying the dealer 400 bucks then go on Amazon and spend 30-40 bucks for an official Mazda navigation SD card. Plug and play.....
I’m debating wether I should get AWD or FWD. I live in Cali so there’s never snow unless I go towards big bear which about once maybe twice a year. Is there any other reason one would get AWD?
It is very very helpful in the snow, but to me it's also one of those "peace of mind" things. Knowing I have it makes me more confident in muddy dirt roads / snow / etc. But in cali, FWD will be totally fine
@@ShootingCars thanks I’m really looking forward to getting the preferred model of this car. I wish I could get with the Bose sounds system too but I’m really not feeling the red leather and that heads up display. Thanks for your honest and thorough review!
I currently has 72,000 miles just oil changes and tire rotations spark plugs change, coolant change front and rear brakes replaced with rotors on my 2020 mazda3 soul red manual transmission
I watched the entire review, and at the end I was moved to tears. I have a 2020 Kia Cerato (Forte) GT, and have seriously contemplated getting one of these. I’m completely sold. Very soon, there’ll be a 2021 Mazda 3 G25 GT Hatch, with the manual and Vision Technology package, sitting in my garage. This is what being a car enthusiast is all about, the relationship you form with the car, and the experiences you relate to that car. Before my Kia, I had two different Mazda 3’s (an ‘09 and a ‘15), and this fourth-gen car is going to become my newest family member. I am completely, utterly, and totally sold. #zoomzoom
This is definitely the longest review that I have finished and also the first one I commented on. Thank you for such hard work. Making a 47 minutes review must be hard. This helps someone like me who is looking for a Mazda 3 to be my first car in my life. As I am looking for a 3rd generation or 4th generation of the Mazda 3, this helps me a lot. Thank you.
I wasn’t expecting the twist in the end but Summarizes the importance a car can have. Sharing the happiness of owning one
Home boy keeping it real with these reviews, I love it.
Mazda has become my favorite car company as a whole for injecting fun into affordable, reliable vehicles.
Gee. Absolutely everything you need to know and nobody else told us. Great info to consider and make you pause before buying. Well done.
Just bought the 2021 mazda 3 HB after watching all your reviews about the car. Thanks so much for your advice and loved the end of the video! Great review, i will watch others!
Watched tens of reviews of Mazda 3, this was the best & most informative by a very long way.
Excellent, thanks.😎🇬🇧
One of a kind review, thanks. Have a happy 2021.
Cool review. I have a 2010 Mazda 3 silver S GT sedan. I really like it and enjoy it. I learn new things about it regarding maintenance, handling and features all the time. Mazda 3s are great first cars and they are so incredibly reliable!
I just got a base 50k red 2019 Mazda 3 hatchback AWD as my first car and watching your reviews make me feel like I made the right choice. Your review was very enjoyable 🎉 even for someone like me that is not a car guy. I hope I get to take it to many adventures as you do.
Great review and insights of this Mazda3! And thank you for sharing your personal life experiences with this vehicle!
I found your channel in 2020 by your Toyota Corolla CE review and found it funny that you put halo Combat Evolved in the video and been watching your videos ever since keep up the work for 2021.
I rarely comment on videos. Really nice review man. I currently own a 2012 Mazda 3 hatch and its a really nice car compared to a 2003 Corsa C I had before. Keep up the good work man!
I pretty much watched every single review of the Mazda 3 on youtube, and honestly this is by far the best! Helped me a lot with my purchase decision & which trim to get.
Subbed. Amazing review, great work. I just bought a 2019 M3 HB as well and agree with everything you said, also learned a few things.
Simply awesome video man especially with the ending.
Hi Zack/zach! i'm in chicago and I just ordered the 2023 turbo and it'll arrive in 90 ~ 120 days ( maybe longer??) . i've watched all of your mazda3 videos and i really wanna say thank you to your detailed reviews. The ending of this video is really touching and I expect to treat my first ever car like a family member too. I've always loved cars and bc of you i get to know the known flaws i.e. paint so i can get ready and put ppf etc. i hope we can drive our mazdas around on track day and meet up or something!
Nice work man - watched the whole video - put a deposit on a 2023 Mazda 3 GT 6M - looking forward to sharing some adventures with it too!
Bloody hell mate... I feel like I've owned the car already. I was just about to buy a 100th Anniversary version with the Skyactiv X 2.0 (2.5 isn't available in the UK). But don't think I'll bother now. You've taken all the potential fun and pain out of it (just kidding mate).
Still, I might just do it!
Your review was proper, and as full as I've seen, for any car. You should start a crowd funder campaign, to give you access to a brand new car every 6 months, so that you can do a full, in depth 10000 mile review of a regular, affordable car. For people who can only afford to run one car at a time. A car that has to be 'Every Car You Ever Need'.
I've not had to sleep in a car for a few years but would be nice to know whether it was comfy enough.
Anyway, thanks for letting me get to know the Mazda 3 without spending a penny. I'll let you know if I go for it!
This car has been truly treating you well!
I have a 2020 3 manual, the gas mileage has been blowing me away! I'm averaging 35-36 mpg COMBINED. I even drive the car semi aggressively not shifting until 3-4k rpm for gears 1-3... its awesome
One of the best Car Review, Mankind has ever created..kudos!
I am one month in on my 2023 Mazda3 GT AWD and absolutely love it...I also owned a 1990 Miata for 12 years...glad I watched this review
What a nice review! Excellent!
Such a good review man! I am definitely eyeing this beautiful vehicle right now. The only thing is I would have to part with my beloved ‘04 Suburban to purchase it and I just don’t know if I am willing to do that 😂
My next car I trust. I started saving for it. It is a nice AWD hatchback actually... I love the review, now I know why I need this car... thx
best mazda 3 review ever 👏👏👏
Would love to see you try the new Hyundai Avante and see your thoughts versus this mazda3!
also - i love your final thoughts section in this :)
Amazing review thanks nany
So you’ve done everything possible in that car? 🤨🤨😳😳
Ikr! I was like, so you f*& inside that car too? XD
clapping cheeks is very doable in this hatchback lol
@@MrChickenspit bet
@@lordkent8143 fr loll
@@MrChickenspit you finish, get up and hit your head on the low roof
Thanks for the review
very good review ,thanks!
I did enjoy the video!
You know what man, you made a good choice. 👍
Wow small world! I'm a new sub and I recognize that jewel parking lot in your video. I live within walking distance to that jewel. I was walking to that Jewel to buy some groceries the day of that accident and saw the aftermath. Just terrible. Sorry about your friend.
solid vid man
I recently got a used 2019 Mazda 3 premium fwd that was on my dealership lot that Where I work I got it for 20k with only 30k miles in excellent condition I love this car
Car is DOPE for the $$$! I love mine, just got one! Mazda is crushing the competition, luxurious with gorgeous world class styling, feel like I stole something even during this inflated market. Base model does not look or feel base; Mazda (and Subaru) base models are next level. Was looking at a CX 3 this smoked it, for a few more grand I could had bought a low mileage CX 5. But I sat in this and fell in love instantly, Mazda 3 AWD Hatchback is bringing Sexy Back and there is nothing low-end about it except the price.
I love this guy & mazda 3. Oh I'm sad with Mazda 3 USA with no heated stirring wheel
The best review so far. Youre right, nobody did mention it by other reviewers about the center arm rest issue with the rear seas cup holder. That's really disappointing. But i still love the car. Im getting mine in a couple weeks 🥰
Great review! Which car manufacturer do you think has the best paint quality nowadays? (2022)
on that temp guage, almost every mazda ik does that, love it
hoping i'll be able to adopt this beautiful car
Maintenance light is doing its job if it’s annoying you! That is exactly why it is there, some people really need to be annoyed to the point that they go get the service done. Some will wait too long and too late, so I am all for the annoying light, it is doing what it does!
Hey man just wanna know if your Mazda 3 drinks up lot of gas as well. I bought the G25 GT here in Australia and I feel like it consumes a lot of fuel for a 2.5L compared to other same size engines.
Own the e skyactiv x version of this car also (sadly) with the automatic and after 4000km of mixed Highway/city driving I average 42 mpg.
I got a 2023 carbon edition sedan recently and I love the car. I do worry about the paint holding up. Does polymetal gray chip just as bad?
Is this Doug DeMuro in an alternate universe? I swear you have the same intro, 'commercials' and I think even the vibe.
The power park brake always comes on when you star the car is because it is really like a manual hand break except its an electronic park break
Everything? ;)
JK lol great vid as always keep it up 👍
$20 to fill up!? Dang i miss those days
In my 2015 Mazda 3 I can disable the wrench icon by moving the date forward and increasing the kilometers in the maintenance app. I wonder if the newer models have something similar.
I love my mazda 3
0:33 You did have s3x in that mazda then? how's the performance of backseat??
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I am considering buying this car but in the sedan version and I find this review definitely the best among of all other reviews for Mazda 3 I have seen so far. I also appreciate the mess in the central console... just for my imagination, you know :D
Anyway, I have heard a lot about some rattles and annoying noises coming from the dashboard. I understand from the video that you did not encounter with it, correct?
Every once in a while I’ll get a rattle from the dash. Mainly when it’s really cold or on a really bad road, but 9/10 times I don’t notice one
@@ShootingCars thanks!
Have a 2021 Mazda 3 Sedan with 2,000 miles. There is some road noise from the interior but only on really rough road surfaces (I do not think it is an issue with the car). It may just be that a lot of the roads here in Texas are not in great shape. Overall I really enjoy this car, I am very happy with it and would choose over a Civic or Corolla. I think a lot of the issues have been addressed in the newer 2021 models.
Ik im late to this video but got a 2021 mazda 3 recently and couldnt agree more with how annoying the seatbelt chime is
I have same issue with the delaminating section on my 2019 Mazda 3 infotainment screen (same exact corner)...took to dealership but they’re waiting for a response from Mazda on how to rectify it...been a few weeks now still no word (very disappointing)!
Did they reply yet? If not, I would recommend going to Mazda corporate yourself. I can put you in touch with top people at Mazda if needed. Just say so.....
Hey bud, I've been reading that Mazda's paints can be quite fragile, chipping/scratching especially in soul red crystal. Is this true for the 2021 models? & if so what colors would you recommend? Thanks
Hey, I owned a red Mazda 3 for 4 years and the paint just looks like new everyday I owned it! I don’t go to car wash, washed it myself, and only use water! You don’t need detergent!
Considering buying one with the red interior none turbo. It’s about 14k cheaper than the new turbo at least the one I’m looking at and it’s a couple years older
The red color supposedly has three layers instead of the two of the gray. Weird that you mention it chips away even more.
Rx8 sits right below half way too!
GET THE 2023 TURBOOOO BABY
I think Mazda changed the auto hold thing. My 2022 Mazda 3 does not activate auto hold when I start the car.
Looks plenty fast to me, but I also drive an 06 Corolla lol.
I just bought one of these. I hate that damn usb port above the cup holder. It gets in the way if I have a water bottle or large drink in there. I use the one in the center console
Can you take the center headrest out?
Just realized this is Naperville
You shouldn't use cruise control in bad weather.
when my bmw 328i 2007 die, i buy this car
Damn that paint is not holding up. Wish manufacturers would not cheap out on paint quality, its frustrating.
they dont give you navigation in america? i just bought a new mazda 3 and they all come with it here. thats pretty weird for paying so much money for a car they didnt give you nav. maybe they were supposed to ?
Mazda only gives full-factory navigation in the premium models unless you purchase the maps sd card separately.....they figured most people use apple auto or android auto
If you really want to use the onboard Mazda navigation without paying the dealer 400 bucks then go on Amazon and spend 30-40 bucks for an official Mazda navigation SD card. Plug and play.....
I’m debating wether I should get AWD or FWD. I live in Cali so there’s never snow unless I go towards big bear which about once maybe twice a year. Is there any other reason one would get AWD?
It is very very helpful in the snow, but to me it's also one of those "peace of mind" things. Knowing I have it makes me more confident in muddy dirt roads / snow / etc. But in cali, FWD will be totally fine
@@ShootingCars thanks I’m really looking forward to getting the preferred model of this car. I wish I could get with the Bose sounds system too but I’m really not feeling the red leather and that heads up display. Thanks for your honest and thorough review!
23k$ drive out is a bargain in 2021.
Well I know what my next car is lol
How many miles you have now
99,755
I currently has 72,000 miles just oil changes and tire rotations spark plugs change, coolant change front and rear brakes replaced with rotors on my 2020 mazda3 soul red manual transmission
I came here for the review, not for emotional ride :((
wait a minute, you have a gf??
Awesome review! I'm looking to buy the same car. Either a 2019 or 2020. Did you have any issues with the 2019 being the 1st year of the 4th Gen?