How has it been for you? Unfortunately our fuel in Australia is poor quality with high Sulfur content, requiring us to use premium fuel for skyactive-x here. Nobody buys as a result down under
My son chose a 3 sedan this week after his 2021 Evolve CX 30 got written off in a flood stall two weeks ago in Melbourne. Your commentary provided him the well reviewed reasons that backed his decision to go down one level to a Mazda3 sedan in the Evolve trim. It cost him the exact same price as this GT model but 2 years later.
@@jamiegarth3146 the majority of people here in Australia, me included, don’t give a toss for manuals. It’s about time they’re put out to pasture (electric cars will do that), autos these days have lightning fast gear changes and better fuel efficiency that manual only serves as an ego trip that is a PITA in city traffic. Again what matters here is that they don’t use CVT so that the 95% of buyers that opt auto will get a better experience.
I am just about to pick up my new GT sedan and your review was what I wanted to here. It will take time to get to know all the switches and added vetures of the car but I am looking forward to the challenge !
Great review man, I am in the states but I have been looking at the 3 for a while and have stumbled onto this video. Love the insight and the information as well as the water bottle test. I feel like many reviews ignore door space. Spent two months in Australia and love the country, now I am a fan of a reviewer.
Get the 3. It’s a great little car. And very good looking too. My only gripe with my 3 is that the ride maybe isn’t as good as it used to be. It gets a little unsettled over bumps when driven normally. The whole car is a 9.5/10. But the ride is a 6/10 honestly. However I will say, like the review said, the harder you drive the 3, the better it becomes. Mazda did an excellent job with the AWD system. The 3 behaves like a RWD car through corners because it actually rotates when you give it more throttle. BUT if you give it too much and the front starts to wash out, just lift off a little bit and the nose tucks back in nicely. 2019 MAZDA3 Preferred Package with AWD. Edit: if you can find one with a turbo, get it.
Thank you Nathan for an informative review. Appreciated the comment about lumbar support as this aspect is often overlooked when discussing seating comfort.
Great that you know your Mazda history Nathan. I've never heard anyone say the first 323 (released in Australia March '77) had a nice interior but actually, it did. Yes, the last 323 (BJ)was a good car but the interior was tacky. The BG and BA had lovely interiors. Mazda has it's mojo back with the design of this 3 in the same way it did with the 1500, the 1983 929 4 door hardtop, the 1994 Astina 4 door hardtop and the Eunos 500. Educated, unique review unlike anyone else. Top notch.
I love my Mazda 3 g20 evolve sedan. I added vision technology which I love. This is by far the sexiest car and I love how my room it is and it feels and looks like a sports car. My husband loves driving it on weekends which is annoying because I’d love to drive it more. This is my car and we have a almost 4 year old. I chose this over the SUV is way more bang and style for your buck. I have upgraded from the micra which had no technology so this is a massive upgrade and I’m getting used to driving this big car, well big for me.
It’s a really handsome car. Mazda’s paintwork is better than anyone’s. The way the shape of the metal warps the reflection of the surroundings as you walk past it is quite striking. Good review. You should probably get to answering some of your messages.
I agree the metallic paint options Mazda offer are awesome. However, having owned 2 Mazda's fairly recently (one in aluminium Silver and the other in meteor grey), I must say the paint is very thin and chips very easily which is a big drawback.
20k cheaper than an A180 sedan and arguably the 3 is the better car - dark blue red interior manual GT 2.5 in sedan or hatch form is a classy car. Well set up torsion beam set up beats a fully independent set up - see Mitsubishi’s Lancer now defunct sedan for dynamic comparison and the 3 is well able to meet expectations as did the Alfasud and Pug GTIs :) - great review
If it were me I'd get the Astina for the white leather and sunroof. Unless I'm very much mistaken, the Astina is also available as a manual, and for me, I'd love to have a car that's the top of the range, fully loaded with gadgets and gizmos, but still come with a manual gearbox.
I can’t wait for my Astina sedan this Friday. GT is a good money option however must say I went for the Astina over a Mercedes A180 sedan. Cost to maintain and essentially a very similar vehicle!
We compared the A180 sedan to this as well, the most expensive thing about that car is the Merc badge on the front, the level of safety tech and features you need to option on that is ridiculous compared to even a midrange Mazda3 let alone the top end one. This has always been the case with entry level “luxury” models but this Mazda actually feels premium in its materials and interior design so it’s not just all steak and no sizzle (Toyota)
Would have liked to see the base model tested as these reviews invariably test the upper side models. I agree that the Mazda 6 lost it's appeal for me when it went no hatchback - a great shame because my old 2011 6 is still the best car I have ever owned and driven.
Being a current owner of a Mazda 3 Evolve, I have to agree 100% about the halogen DRL’s, biggest let down in what is otherwise a fantastic car. C’mon Mazda please give us the option up the headlights to the amazing halo leds
I got the 3 sedan last month in the “Preferred” spec (U.S. has different trim, but Preferred is basically one down from the fully loaded Premium trim. I avoided the premium trim because I didn’t want the standard cylinder deactivation that I heard was faulty). Overall the car has quickly became my favorite in my fleet of 2008 Acura TSX 6 speed stick and 2019 Toyota C-HR Limited. I just wish the ride was a bit better. The Acura and Toyota rides better. The Mazda is a bit TOO unsettled over bumps.
@@ikarugaxx3749 Last year I installed aftermarket adjustable coilovers and 12mm wheel spacers (24mm all around) It rides like a Cadillac now even with the slightly lower ride height. Problem solved lol.
@@ikarugaxx3749 Tbh the Mazda3 was never a “nimble” car to me. I also own a 2001 BMW Z3 3.0i so my idea of “fun to drive” and “nimble handling” is based off that car which basically handles like it’s on a rails. The Mazda3 handles well, but everything about it is kinda artificial. First it turns in and the brake vectoring helps keep the nose pointed in, but then it’s FWD characteristics kick in and the front starts to wash out, but then my car has AWD so then the AWD kicks in to bring the car back in line and then it turns in again. So it turns in, washes out, then turns in again all in the same turn lol. I love driving it hard, but it takes some practice. But to answer your questions, I think it’s just as nimble as before. Better even.
Great review Nathan, some get detail well explained. Couple small points: Hatch doesn't have electric boot (it has a central lock button on the boot). MX-30 is infotainment is not touch screen infotainment (nore is the CX-9 / CX-5 - high grade systems).
so interesting to know that apart from the appeal of the "luxury" tag on luxury cars, that people appear to be moving increasingly away from them and moving more towards japanese and korean cars, when taking into account wider considerations of greater value, maintenance costs and reliability. obviously, they're pretty good cars too! don't know why you'd go with traditional luxury brands unless you're so rich that you can afford to change your car after the 5-year warranty period and honeymoon is over.
I really hope car manufacturers move away from touch screen and back to the wheel movement system. I had a A3 with the older MMI and it was so intuitive to use on the move rarely ever having to take my eyes of the road while using it. I have since moved to an A6 and the system in it is awful to use on the move. The screens are low so you are constantly taking your eyes off the road to fiddle around. And you have to constantly clean the bloody screens as the when they get to many finger prints they are hard to read.
Great review! Thanks! Beautiful car! The camera doesn’t quite do it justice, though. Here in the US, we don’t get rear air vents. I am curious to know the amount of money Mazda saved with this deletion or the amount the added cost would have been to customers.
The US spec one apparently doesn't because some of your models are available with AWD which has a transmission tunnel where the air vent ducts are. No reason other than stinginess that they don't add it for FWD models at least. That said, we're jealous here in Oz that y'all can get the 2.5T AWD model which isn't even an option here
I agree with you about the halogen DRL. I don't get it why Mazda stick with it in this competition range. (or this is a marketing thing to choose DESI package with the signature lights.) I hope modelyear 2025 will arrive with LED DRL. In my country it in not even legal to change that buld to LED. This car deserves more.
I'm not sure why people would say that the Sedan is less "sporty". I really dont think of a hatchback as sporty. For me they are more like a poor SUV. This sedan has a boot that flows almost to a spoiler. It has the classic sporty look of an original Austin Healy or Aston Martin.
All the external driving shots appear to be in slow motion, yet for a car that has "an eagerness to be driven hard" 11:20, this video doesn't seem to do it justice.
I absolutely love the Mazda 3, currently driving a 2nd gen and it drives beautifully, I would definitely consider the 4th gen as a replacement in the future especially the sedan, I find it better looking than the hatch
Hopefully you prefer the i30. It’d be insane to buy a car you didn’t want just because you couldn’t be bothered asking someone if you could buy theirs.
@@larjkok1184 I was leaning towards Hyundai and going to Mazda was really just an afterthought, TBH. In 3 years or so , I'll go through it again. I think Mazda may be short of stock, they only had one 3 in the whole yard and it was the 2L job.
@@650thunderbird i30 N is a much better performing car for similar money! They are uber reliable, well made and great with aftersales support. You dodged a bullet with mazda bring overrated, skin deep quality and arsehole customer support.
Addmittedly I’ve never sat in a Mazda in the last couple of years but that recessed non-touchscreen always appears to be obstructed. And pretty much every review of similar Mazdas that I have looked at the camera angle that used to show it makes it appear obstructed while trying to get them in shot. For someone who is driving a car with a little bit less in the way of mod cons, I’d say this is probably one thing that I would look very close at if I was considering a Mazda. Good review Ponch, always a good review.
I think it's stock footage edited into the video we see. Like you, I thought why do they have the dash obscuring part of the screen ? From higher up in the driver's seat, I don't think it would
@@adz5936 We haven't had any really hot weather, but when we've used it, it works well. We turn up the fan for a while and then turn it down after it's cooled down. I sometimes find I have to turn the temp. up after a while.The turbo setting is also good to cool the car down quickly. Also good having the dual temp. controls for the front passenger and driver. No more arguments!! We also have the highest grade tinting which may help.
The 2.5L has fuel efficiency comparable to the 2.0L due to cylinder deactivation on light throttle loads (which the 2.0L misses out on). I'd get a GT manual sedan in Platinum Quartz Metallic and stick the base model 205/60R16 wheel/tyre combo to solve the ride stiffness.
That Bose stereo is not in the current GT, which I was dissapointed about when I bought my GT. this past week. Chip shortage. -_- Otherwise the car is great. And the standard 8 speaker system is ok with a fiddle of the Graphic Eq. Good review, it helped me pick this car. Thank you Chasing Cars.
Ever tried buying a ute lately? They used to be these super cheap stripped-down affairs. Now the car makers want you to shell out $60k or $80k AUD for one. Clearly the self-employed tradies are cashed-up and want something decent for their company ute these days.
I’d love one but late 2020 early 2021 are plagued with electrical issues. Just puts me right off. Common fault now presenting is an airbag fault which Mazda grounds the car. Minimum 6 weeks for it to be repaired. Only to come back again as with someone I know. The BP has been by far the worse new generation Mazda 3 with teething issues, which are still containing some two years later.
Run away from mazda and go to cheack what Kia and Hyundai offer for your money. I have a 2016 mazda and would never recommend one. Most of my family and friends are very impressed Hyindai Kia owners and I now believe they are far superior to mazda
All car sites quote before on-road price stating that the on-road price varies from state to state. Drives me crazy (pun) as the variance between states is minor and nowhere near the difference between not including on-roads. They may as well say 'Priced from fifty bucks plus some more money".
It's a great car indeed, I give a credit to Mazda for their metallic paint. Sure it getting up there in terms of pricing, it's now an ideal alternative if you don't want to buy the Germans. (AUDI A4, BMW 3 SERIES , MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS ) .
We need more cars like Alfa Romeo... More emotions, excitement... Today’s cars just look the same, biggest feature is who’s got the longest warranty...
Why is maximum torque now at 4,000 rpm rather than 3250 rpm in the previous model? Does anyone know? It would make the previous model far more drivable in my view.
I don't know, but I own/have owned both, and I feel the new one has just as much grunt down low. I bet it has about the same amount of torque at 3250RPM as the old one, but slightly more at 4000RPM. It would be good to see the torque curve.
@@graemedunn5824 You're probably right. I used to own a '90 323 Astina SP that didn't develop maximum torque until 4,500 rpm but had considerable torque much lower down aided no doubt, by very short gearing which is one reason why I sold it as constant gear changing and the engine screaming at 80 km/h in 4th drove me insane.
If you're going to keep comparing this car the the Mazda 6, use the newest model as the example..... it's miles apart from the Mazda 6 of TWENTY years ago.
Torsion bar rear suspension to save cost for Mazda, but the result is just a disappointing ordinary ride quality without the desirable compliance of a multi link set up like Toyota Camry ( which has it ) and to my mind, a far superior driving experience.
why didn't you mention the lack of vision? It is the worst in its class! so much so that you have to rely on cameras everywhere. Even driving into a shopping center you can't see over the bulbous bonnet. . .so then a front camera turns on and you are expected to take you eyes off the road and look down at the screen.
Rarely can go wrong with the 3. That being said, for the same price I can get a Skoda Scala which has more room, a better engine, touch screen & full digital dash. Not clear cut but the Mazda will still deservingly sell well.
A lot of "it's only a matter of time before this bad feature is fixed" in this review, you're suppose to be reviewing todays car not next years model which fixed the things wrong with this car
Well, contrary to what they said here, Mazda didn't promote high-quality audio being democratically available on any car here. Currently you can get it only on one of 3 trims (the most expensive, of course), and only within an optional package containing other, quite useless, features: thus you have to spend something like $4000 to get the better audio system, and other extras that are useless. Thumbs down for that.
Piano black plastic is pure evil. A nasty wristwatch scratch there at 06:34. I'll never buy a car with shiny black plastic where mobiles, cois, watches and rings are going to be in regular contact.
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I own this car for 16 months now, with the Skyactiv X engine. It is simply wonderful. Greetings from Germany.
How has it been for you? Unfortunately our fuel in Australia is poor quality with high Sulfur content, requiring us to use premium fuel for skyactive-x here. Nobody buys as a result down under
sedan or hatch?
I bought the 2021 Mazda 3 sedan in the USA. I like the look of the sedan over the hatch. And like you it is so elegant inside and out!
How reliable has it been for you? Really curious about this car.
My son chose a 3 sedan this week after his 2021 Evolve CX 30 got written off in a flood stall two weeks ago in Melbourne. Your commentary provided him the well reviewed reasons that backed his decision to go down one level to a Mazda3 sedan in the Evolve trim. It cost him the exact same price as this GT model but 2 years later.
That has to be the best and most balanced car review I have watched in years.
Absolutely.
Nathan is the only reason to watch the channel.
Mazda does “NOT” use a CVT in any of their Vehicles! That alone makes it a better choice “AUTOMATICALLY”
They also make a better transmission, it’s called a manual; which they have in this car as well
That’s right Bees Cars
Yes. F! CVT
I was thinking of purchasing it but..my wife is a bad parker and she prefers cars with front sensors and emergency reverse brakes.
So...
@@jamiegarth3146 the majority of people here in Australia, me included, don’t give a toss for manuals. It’s about time they’re put out to pasture (electric cars will do that), autos these days have lightning fast gear changes and better fuel efficiency that manual only serves as an ego trip that is a PITA in city traffic. Again what matters here is that they don’t use CVT so that the 95% of buyers that opt auto will get a better experience.
Great looking car, classy interior. Good to hear it’s a cracking drive too.
I am just about to pick up my new GT sedan and your review was what I wanted to here. It will take time to get to know all the switches and added vetures of the car but I am looking forward to the challenge !
Great review man, I am in the states but I have been looking at the 3 for a while and have stumbled onto this video. Love the insight and the information as well as the water bottle test. I feel like many reviews ignore door space. Spent two months in Australia and love the country, now I am a fan of a reviewer.
Get the 3. It’s a great little car. And very good looking too. My only gripe with my 3 is that the ride maybe isn’t as good as it used to be. It gets a little unsettled over bumps when driven normally. The whole car is a 9.5/10. But the ride is a 6/10 honestly.
However I will say, like the review said, the harder you drive the 3, the better it becomes. Mazda did an excellent job with the AWD system. The 3 behaves like a RWD car through corners because it actually rotates when you give it more throttle. BUT if you give it too much and the front starts to wash out, just lift off a little bit and the nose tucks back in nicely.
2019 MAZDA3 Preferred Package with AWD.
Edit: if you can find one with a turbo, get it.
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Thank you Nathan for an informative review. Appreciated the comment about lumbar support as this aspect is often overlooked when discussing seating comfort.
I pick up my 2022 G20 Evolve next Wednesday, I’m so excited and can’t wait! Awesome review
I owe a 2021 Machine Grey Mazda 3 Astina Sedan with 6 Speed Manual. Brilliant car with great sporting character. Love it
Great that you know your Mazda history Nathan. I've never heard anyone say the first 323 (released in Australia March '77) had a nice interior but actually, it did. Yes, the last 323 (BJ)was a good car but the interior was tacky. The BG and BA had lovely interiors. Mazda has it's mojo back with the design of this 3 in the same way it did with the 1500, the 1983 929 4 door hardtop, the 1994 Astina 4 door hardtop and the Eunos 500. Educated, unique review unlike anyone else. Top notch.
I love my Mazda 3 g20 evolve sedan. I added vision technology which I love. This is by far the sexiest car and I love how my room it is and it feels and looks like a sports car. My husband loves driving it on weekends which is annoying because I’d love to drive it more. This is my car and we have a almost 4 year old. I chose this over the SUV is way more bang and style for your buck. I have upgraded from the micra which had no technology so this is a massive upgrade and I’m getting used to driving this big car, well big for me.
Great review Nathan. I have learnt a lot about the Mazda 3 Sedan.
It’s a really handsome car. Mazda’s paintwork is better than anyone’s. The way the shape of the metal warps the reflection of the surroundings as you walk past it is quite striking. Good review. You should probably get to answering some of your messages.
I agree the metallic paint options Mazda offer are awesome. However, having owned 2 Mazda's fairly recently (one in aluminium Silver and the other in meteor grey), I must say the paint is very thin and chips very easily which is a big drawback.
I'm a bit late to the party but yes, Mazda's reputation for thin paint is completely warranted. Also agree it looks great when new!
Another quality review Ponch!
20k cheaper than an A180 sedan and arguably the 3 is the better car - dark blue red interior manual GT 2.5 in sedan or hatch form is a classy car. Well set up torsion beam set up beats a fully independent set up - see Mitsubishi’s Lancer now defunct sedan for dynamic comparison and the 3 is well able to meet expectations as did the Alfasud and Pug GTIs :) - great review
If it were me I'd get the Astina for the white leather and sunroof. Unless I'm very much mistaken, the Astina is also available as a manual, and for me, I'd love to have a car that's the top of the range, fully loaded with gadgets and gizmos, but still come with a manual gearbox.
A seriously good review 👍🏼👍🏼
I can’t wait for my Astina sedan this Friday. GT is a good money option however must say I went for the Astina over a Mercedes A180 sedan. Cost to maintain and essentially a very similar vehicle!
We compared the A180 sedan to this as well, the most expensive thing about that car is the Merc badge on the front, the level of safety tech and features you need to option on that is ridiculous compared to even a midrange Mazda3 let alone the top end one. This has always been the case with entry level “luxury” models but this Mazda actually feels premium in its materials and interior design so it’s not just all steak and no sizzle (Toyota)
@@User-cb4jm What do you mean with the last part of your comment about Toyota?
Would have liked to see the base model tested as these reviews invariably test the upper side models. I agree that the Mazda 6 lost it's appeal for me when it went no hatchback - a great shame because my old 2011 6 is still the best car I have ever owned and driven.
Excellent review, very balanced and well informed.
Fantastic review, cheers!
Being a current owner of a Mazda 3 Evolve, I have to agree 100% about the halogen DRL’s, biggest let down in what is otherwise a fantastic car. C’mon Mazda please give us the option up the headlights to the amazing halo leds
What difference does it make to you when driving it?
Surely it’s only something other road users would see.
I’ve got a Mazda 3 g20 evolve. Love it. My only issue is I wish it had smart keyless entry. Didn’t want leather seats and pay more for this feature.
It's 2021 all cars should come standard w/ leds
@@Lulu-oi9ue I’ve got the G25 so I guess that’s not an issue, but that would be quite annoying considering it’s the most used feature
Love his review !!
My mazda 3 GT has a sunroof and heated steering as well as a white leather option. The models differ heavily depending on where youre at
I got the 3 sedan last month in the “Preferred” spec (U.S. has different trim, but Preferred is basically one down from the fully loaded Premium trim. I avoided the premium trim because I didn’t want the standard cylinder deactivation that I heard was faulty). Overall the car has quickly became my favorite in my fleet of 2008 Acura TSX 6 speed stick and 2019 Toyota C-HR Limited. I just wish the ride was a bit better. The Acura and Toyota rides better. The Mazda is a bit TOO unsettled over bumps.
Go for the 16" wheels for a comfy, softish ride.
The 18" ride is an amazing compromise between comfort and agility.
@@ikarugaxx3749 Last year I installed aftermarket adjustable coilovers and 12mm wheel spacers (24mm all around) It rides like a Cadillac now even with the slightly lower ride height. Problem solved lol.
@@Soh90 I bet it lost some nimbleness though.
You add something, you lose something.
@@ikarugaxx3749 Tbh the Mazda3 was never a “nimble” car to me. I also own a 2001 BMW Z3 3.0i so my idea of “fun to drive” and “nimble handling” is based off that car which basically handles like it’s on a rails. The Mazda3 handles well, but everything about it is kinda artificial. First it turns in and the brake vectoring helps keep the nose pointed in, but then it’s FWD characteristics kick in and the front starts to wash out, but then my car has AWD so then the AWD kicks in to bring the car back in line and then it turns in again. So it turns in, washes out, then turns in again all in the same turn lol. I love driving it hard, but it takes some practice.
But to answer your questions, I think it’s just as nimble as before. Better even.
Great review Nathan, some get detail well explained. Couple small points: Hatch doesn't have electric boot (it has a central lock button on the boot). MX-30 is infotainment is not touch screen infotainment (nore is the CX-9 / CX-5 - high grade systems).
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Great review well done what color is this called? Looks great
Machine Gray Metallic
so interesting to know that apart from the appeal of the "luxury" tag on luxury cars, that people appear to be moving increasingly away from them and moving more towards japanese and korean cars, when taking into account wider considerations of greater value, maintenance costs and reliability. obviously, they're pretty good cars too!
don't know why you'd go with traditional luxury brands unless you're so rich that you can afford to change your car after the 5-year warranty period and honeymoon is over.
One correction @chasing cars ! G25 Evolve has power adjustment seat for driver with electric lumbar adjustment but G20 Evolve doesn’t!
I really hope car manufacturers move away from touch screen and back to the wheel movement system. I had a A3 with the older MMI and it was so intuitive to use on the move rarely ever having to take my eyes of the road while using it. I have since moved to an A6 and the system in it is awful to use on the move. The screens are low so you are constantly taking your eyes off the road to fiddle around. And you have to constantly clean the bloody screens as the when they get to many finger prints they are hard to read.
Great review! Thanks! Beautiful car! The camera doesn’t quite do it justice, though. Here in the US, we don’t get rear air vents. I am curious to know the amount of money Mazda saved with this deletion or the amount the added cost would have been to customers.
Probably $20
The US spec one apparently doesn't because some of your models are available with AWD which has a transmission tunnel where the air vent ducts are. No reason other than stinginess that they don't add it for FWD models at least. That said, we're jealous here in Oz that y'all can get the 2.5T AWD model which isn't even an option here
Great in depth review
Can you test drive the Skyactiv X? I'm curious what the real world MPG in the City/Highway/Combined is.
I agree with you about the halogen DRL. I don't get it why Mazda stick with it in this competition range. (or this is a marketing thing to choose DESI package with the signature lights.) I hope modelyear 2025 will arrive with LED DRL. In my country it in not even legal to change that buld to LED. This car deserves more.
I'm not sure why people would say that the Sedan is less "sporty". I really dont think of a hatchback as sporty. For me they are more like a poor SUV. This sedan has a boot that flows almost to a spoiler. It has the classic sporty look of an original Austin Healy or Aston Martin.
That interior... my world...
All the external driving shots appear to be in slow motion, yet for a car that has "an eagerness to be driven hard" 11:20, this video doesn't seem to do it justice.
I absolutely love the Mazda 3, currently driving a 2nd gen and it drives beautifully, I would definitely consider the 4th gen as a replacement in the future especially the sedan, I find it better looking than the hatch
My son has just gone from a gen 2 sedan to a gen3 2.5 hatch and he is loving it.
Good review! Mazda Wagga not interested in selling. Walked around their yard for 10 minutes, no reaction, bought i30 N Line instead.
Hopefully you prefer the i30.
It’d be insane to buy a car you didn’t want just because you couldn’t be bothered asking someone if you could buy theirs.
@@larjkok1184 I was leaning towards Hyundai and going to Mazda was really just an afterthought, TBH. In 3 years or so , I'll go through it again. I think Mazda may be short of stock, they only had one 3 in the whole yard and it was the 2L job.
@@650thunderbird i30 N is a much better performing car for similar money! They are uber reliable, well made and great with aftersales support. You dodged a bullet with mazda bring overrated, skin deep quality and arsehole customer support.
Addmittedly I’ve never sat in a Mazda in the last couple of years but that recessed non-touchscreen always appears to be obstructed. And pretty much every review of similar Mazdas that I have looked at the camera angle that used to show it makes it appear obstructed while trying to get them in shot. For someone who is driving a car with a little bit less in the way of mod cons, I’d say this is probably one thing that I would look very close at if I was considering a Mazda. Good review Ponch, always a good review.
I think it's stock footage edited into the video we see.
Like you, I thought why do they have the dash obscuring part of the screen ?
From higher up in the driver's seat, I don't think it would
Great review. Excellent car.
Thanks! 👍
Bought one in February....love it!
Yay!!! Congrats!
Any issues with aircon in summer? A lot of people say it can be quite weak in hot weather.
@@adz5936 We haven't had any really hot weather, but when we've used it, it works well. We turn up the fan for a while and then turn it down after it's cooled down. I sometimes find I have to turn the temp. up after a while.The turbo setting is also good to cool the car down quickly. Also good having the dual temp. controls for the front passenger and driver. No more arguments!! We also have the highest grade tinting which may help.
@@adz5936if u leave madza3 in hot sun... aircon will take ages to cool down.... bought one in december... jan was hot and so was my car..
The 2.5L has fuel efficiency comparable to the 2.0L due to cylinder deactivation on light throttle loads (which the 2.0L misses out on).
I'd get a GT manual sedan in Platinum Quartz Metallic and stick the base model 205/60R16 wheel/tyre combo to solve the ride stiffness.
Mazda is awesome!
it seems that i saw this car with this rego in Kyneton on 21 April, is that you?
That Bose stereo is not in the current GT, which I was dissapointed about when I bought my GT. this past week. Chip shortage. -_- Otherwise the car is great. And the standard 8 speaker system is ok with a fiddle of the Graphic Eq. Good review, it helped me pick this car. Thank you Chasing Cars.
No problem! Sad the GT now misses the Bose. Glad to hear you've got the stock stereo tuned in.
I think the Mazda 3 Turbo sedan is more appealing for mature buyers than the hatch Good review
Don’t get the turbo 3 in Australia yet 🤞
@@malcolmscott4150 Sad It's a wholesome fun to drive sedan
Probably so
Definitely getting this soon
Does the entry level car have AEB or blind spot monitoring
Probably going to buy a Mazda 3 for my next vehicle
I just did lol. 3rd gen used but still good. Just do research first.
Mid to high 30s is cheap now?
Ever tried buying a ute lately?
They used to be these super cheap stripped-down affairs. Now the car makers want you to shell out $60k or $80k AUD for one. Clearly the self-employed tradies are cashed-up and want something decent for their company ute these days.
Yes, pretty much it is.
When you compare it to an Audi A3, BMW 2 series, or Merc A220 which all cost over 40k when equipped the same way yes it is very cheap.
Does it have the option for black wheels?
Excellent car! And cute Russell !
Great review beautiful car, can we see the cx5 gt
Yes sir!
Why is this so costly? Camry accent hybrid comes at this price. It’s a segment bigger
I’d love one but late 2020 early 2021 are plagued with electrical issues. Just puts me right off. Common fault now presenting is an airbag fault which Mazda grounds the car. Minimum 6 weeks for it to be repaired. Only to come back again as with someone I know. The BP has been by far the worse new generation Mazda 3 with teething issues, which are still containing some two years later.
Run away from mazda and go to cheack what Kia and Hyundai offer for your money. I have a 2016 mazda and would never recommend one. Most of my family and friends are very impressed Hyindai Kia owners and I now believe they are far superior to mazda
Good review. 👍
the holder underneath the steering wheel may have been designed for tolls in america, we use coins to pay for interstates
On the website this says its closer to $39k for South Australia! Or am I just not understanding how the pricing system works?
Probably quoted the before on roads price. I got a similar price to you here in Qld.
All car sites quote before on-road price stating that the on-road price varies from state to state. Drives me crazy (pun) as the variance between states is minor and nowhere near the difference between not including on-roads. They may as well say 'Priced from fifty bucks plus some more money".
Does it have cylinder deactivation feature?
if the sedan had a hatch id go buy it tomorrow ....
I just bought one,got wait 3 months for it
It's a great car indeed, I give a credit to Mazda for their metallic paint. Sure it getting up there in terms of pricing, it's now an ideal alternative if you don't want to buy the Germans. (AUDI A4, BMW 3 SERIES , MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS ) .
I would rather get the Germans
@@kristians2704 And the Germans would rather you got them. Please feel free to browse this extensive options list.
The DRLs are weird being yellow. Seems like an accountant made that decision. Silly. P.S Love the weird b-roll slo-mo bits
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Thanx for the video..
Mazda’s manual is perfect..
i really like the back on sedan, idk why the mazda 6 has the same rear
how come that mazda 3 gt has halogens? i thought all GTs used leds
Just got mine today.
We need more cars like Alfa Romeo... More emotions, excitement... Today’s cars just look the same, biggest feature is who’s got the longest warranty...
Alfa just dropped 4C spider... Sadly today's sporty market is getting smaller.
Very funny you say that. Ive always thought the new Mazdas have a very Italian Alfa design to them.
Awesome!
Mazda have some of the best colours out there.
Agreed they do
Love the mazda 3. I am just waiting for the next model where the info screen is as big as their newer FWD screens.
When will we see the turbo? Thanks.
If or when Mazda reengineers it to fit in the right hand drive 3
@@chasingcars Taking far too long, mate. And why can't Toyota give us a manual ZR?
This model is my model of choice
Why is maximum torque now at 4,000 rpm rather than 3250 rpm in the previous model? Does anyone know? It would make the previous model far more drivable in my view.
I don't know, but I own/have owned both, and I feel the new one has just as much grunt down low. I bet it has about the same amount of torque at 3250RPM as the old one, but slightly more at 4000RPM. It would be good to see the torque curve.
@@graemedunn5824 You're probably right. I used to own a '90 323 Astina SP that didn't develop maximum torque until 4,500 rpm but had considerable torque much lower down aided no doubt, by very short gearing which is one reason why I sold it as constant gear changing and the engine screaming at 80 km/h in 4th drove me insane.
I wish all cars had the cup holders at the door vents !
Mazda paint is on another level compared to rivals....do they have a secret process?
Yes they do. I love my Mazda’s
Mazda SIX rocks!
If you're going to keep comparing this car the the Mazda 6, use the newest model as the example..... it's miles apart from the Mazda 6 of TWENTY years ago.
Turbo when? Mazda plz
I’m in the states and we have it. Love it
Please what colour is this?
Machine Grey
For a vanilla sedan, this is a very good looking car
Love vanilla
I'll stick to my gt cerato! More features faster and a 7 year warranty.
Torsion bar rear suspension to save cost for Mazda, but the result is just a disappointing ordinary ride quality without the desirable compliance of a multi link
set up like Toyota Camry ( which has it ) and to my mind, a far superior driving experience.
That's a very nice car!
anyway i thank you so much
why didn't you mention the lack of vision? It is the worst in its class! so much so that you have to rely on cameras everywhere. Even driving into a shopping center you can't see over the bulbous bonnet. . .so then a front camera turns on and you are expected to take you eyes off the road and look down at the screen.
Such a great looking car. Wheels look a bit bland though.
they're not bad at all but aftermarket rims are still the way to go for this car
I changed the DRLs to LED on my wife’s car as soon as we got it. Wasn’t too hard.
May I know how you did it .
Rarely can go wrong with the 3. That being said, for the same price I can get a Skoda Scala which has more room, a better engine, touch screen & full digital dash. Not clear cut but the Mazda will still deservingly sell well.
Oh really? Is that why the 3 has been recalled several times already?
Is that what you’re going to get?
I have a manual Astina hatch and prefer that over the (yawn) sedan...
Beautiful car.... I wish they come with EV variant, or at least PHEV
All perfect. But it must be red.
A lot of "it's only a matter of time before this bad feature is fixed" in this review, you're suppose to be reviewing todays car not next years model which fixed the things wrong with this car
I thought it was a great way to both acknowledge the problem and realistically look at will probably be the fix.
That is a review of the current car is it not? With the tacked on mention that whatever issue may be addressed in the future no?
Apparently you can’t even wipe the speedometer with a micro fibre cloth. It scratches so bad, customers have had it replaced.
Well, contrary to what they said here, Mazda didn't promote high-quality audio being democratically available on any car here. Currently you can get it only on one of 3 trims (the most expensive, of course), and only within an optional package containing other, quite useless, features: thus you have to spend something like $4000 to get the better audio system, and other extras that are useless.
Thumbs down for that.
Piano black plastic is pure evil. A nasty wristwatch scratch there at 06:34. I'll never buy a car with shiny black plastic where mobiles, cois, watches and rings are going to be in regular contact.
Just buy the custom plastic covering that you can find easily
I switch the yellow light to LED by myself, cheap, beautiful and easy
How did you do so please advise