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Mazda 3 Used Car Review

The Mazda 3 is a Japanese small car that has for a long time been one of Australia's most popular vehicles. It is considered one of the most fun cars to drive in its class, with great steering and handling. There have been several generations since the model replaced the 323 in 2004. It continues to be offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles. A 2.2-litre turbo diesel model was introduced in 2014 but axed two years later owing to slow sales, leaving a choice between two smooth and efficient petrol engines in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre form, with a standard manual gearbox or optional automatic. The first- and second-generation Mazda 3 range featured a performance variant called the MPS.

Pros

Cons

  • Mazda 3 places emphasis on driving enjoyment.
  • Good build quality.
  • Broad model range and prices.
  • Roomy cabin. Hatch body style particularly practical.
  • Road noise has been a constant issue for Mazda 3 generations.
  • Lower trim grades can be missing convenient features.
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2013 MAZDA MAZDA3 NEO 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 180000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2013 Mazda 3 Manual. Excellent Condition. Runs like a dream. Registered till December 2024. Regularly serviced. Phone-

$8,500Negotiable
Warners Bay, NSW

25/04/2024

Top2010 Mazda Mazda3 AUTO SAT NAV TOUCHSCREEN

  • 82000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 Mazda 3 Hatch Automatic with Bluetooth and Touchscreen Navigation 18 cars in Stock at our Virginia Warehouses - SFH Wholesale Viewing by appointment at our central Virginia warehouse - just 5 minutes from Brisbane Airport - Viewings available 7 days by appointment Finance available No accident history - Clean ppsr - No Wovi - No Wovr One owner car with full service history and 2 keys Sat nav touch screen with spotify 17" Mazda alloy wheels Cold Air Con Roadworthy and service hav

$10,000Negotiable
Virginia, QLD

13 hours ago

Top2018 MAZDA MAZDA3 TOURING 6 SP AUTOMATIC 5D HATCHBACK

$20,000Negotiable
Nambucca Heads, NSW

28/04/2024

Top2010 MAZDA3 SP25 5 SP AUTOMATIC HATCHBACK

$9,900Negotiable
Carlingford, NSW

27/04/2024

2017 MAZDA MAZDA3 SP25 6 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN

  • 64000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2017 Mazda 3 SP25 (2.5 litre motor) 6 speed manual 64,000 km's Rego until 6/11/24 1 owner and full service history. In fantastic condition throughout. Near new tyres. No swaps or trades. Genuine enquiries only. $20,000 ono Located Orange NSW. Calls only, no texts. Matt -

$20,000Negotiable
Orange, NSW

12 hours ago

2010 Mazda Mazda3 AUTO SAT NAV TOUCHSCREEN

  • 82000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 Mazda 3 Hatch Automatic with Bluetooth and Touchscreen Navigation 18 cars in Stock at our Virginia Warehouses - SFH Wholesale Viewing by appointment at our central Virginia warehouse - just 5 minutes from Brisbane Airport - Viewings available 7 days by appointment Finance available No accident history - Clean ppsr - No Wovi - No Wovr One owner car with full service history and 2 keys Sat nav touch screen with spotify 17" Mazda alloy wheels Cold Air Con Roadworthy and service hav

$10,000Negotiable
Virginia, QLD

13 hours ago

2008 MAZDA MAZDA3 MAXX SPORT 4 SP AUTO ACTIVEMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 134000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

1 Lady Owner Kept in good condition Inspect at Dianella

$12,999Negotiable
Dianella, WA

15 hours ago

2018 MAZDA MAZDA3 TOURING 6 SP AUTOMATIC 5D HATCHBACK

$20,000Negotiable
Nambucca Heads, NSW

28/04/2024

2010 MAZDA MAZDA3 MPS 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 105000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.3L

Very rare in this condition and low km's.

$19,500
Moree, NSW

28/04/2024

2007 MAZDA MAZDA3 MAXX SPORT 5 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN

  • 247219 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

I am the 3rd owner of this Mazda 3 and have owned it for about a year and a half and it hasn't missed a beat the entire time. Runs smooth and is good on fuel on long trips. The two fog lights at the bottom of the front bumper are working but the surrounds are broken. Car isn't perfect cosmetically but it is quite old so that's to be expected. Full service history and I've had it serviced twice since I've owned it. Had the 2 front struts recently replaced and 2 new front tyres. The car is a rea

$4,800Negotiable
Kyogle, NSW

27/04/2024

2010 MAZDA3 SP25 5 SP AUTOMATIC HATCHBACK

$9,900Negotiable
Carlingford, NSW

27/04/2024

2014 MAZDA MAZDA3 SP25 6 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 86197 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2014 MAZDA MAZDA3 SP25 BM 4D SEDAN 2.5L INLINE 4 6 SP AUTOMATIC Darkest Legal Tint all Around! Top of the Range 2 Keys New Tyres New Service Full Service History Navigation/Bluetooth/Reverse Camera Heated/Leather/Electric Seats Sunroof Adaptive Cruise Control/Lane Assist/Blindspot Monitoring Push Starter (Keyless Entry) Very tidy car with a very low KM for the age. Free from any accidents & scratches. Wanting to upgrade into a new SUV. Please free to contact me if you have any questions & i

$21,900Negotiable
Clarkson, WA

25/04/2024

2014 MAZDA MAZDA3 SP25 6 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 158000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

*** PRICE REDUCED *** WAS $15,990 2013 MY14 Mazda 3 SP25 Sedan - 2.5L 4-Cylinder Petrol - 6-Speed Automatic - 158,000kms - 24/6/24 Registration - Books & Spare Key - Service History - One-Owner - Bluetooth - Satellite Navigation - Proximity Key - Push Button Start - Voice Recognition - Dual Zone Climate Control - Auto Headlights - Front Fog Lights - Rain Sensing Wipers - Reverse Camera - Height Adjust Drivers Seat - Cruise Control - Gear Shift Paddles - Hill Hold Function - Engine Immobiliser

$14,990
Port Macquarie, NSW

25/04/2024

2013 MAZDA MAZDA3 NEO 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 180000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2013 Mazda 3 Manual. Excellent Condition. Runs like a dream. Registered till December 2024. Regularly serviced. Phone-

$8,500Negotiable
Warners Bay, NSW

25/04/2024

2010 MAZDA MAZDA3 NEO 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 145000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Excellent condition full service history Only selling due to recent upgrade 4 new tyres New front suspension Recently serviced RWC booked for 3/5/202 Perfect car for a first car buyer!

$9,000
Belmont, VIC

18/04/2024

2006 MAZDA MAZDA3 NEO 5 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 141000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2006 Mazda 3 Neo - 1 month Rego - Manual - 141,000kms - Service history - X2 keys - 1 month rego - A/c & Heater work perfect - Power windows No RWC - doesn’t have any major issues, drives really well.

$5,000Negotiable
Windsor, VIC

17/04/2024

2010 Mazda 3 Maxx Sport Automatic Hatchback

  • 102391 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

A very well-loved first car. - In excellent mechanical condition. No issues. - Has had a reverse camera professionally installed. - Past Service History provided. - Registered until 08 October 2024. There are a few imperfections across the car (photos available on request) but these do not affect the driving experience: - Small dent on trunk door. - Minor scratches on the underside of the sides. - Small stain in boot mat. - Tiny chip on windscreen. - Small gap between side bumper (covered wi

$11,500Negotiable
Parramatta, NSW

14/04/2024

2005 MAZDA MAZDA3 SP23 4 SP AUTO ACTIVEMATIC 5D HATCHBACK

  • 275000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.3L

Tick coming out motor engine most likely needs replacing so it needs to be towed from location Can fix or use for parts ( new battery has just been put in and headlights were $300each) Comes with extra 2 Mazda rims so 6 in total Interior good conditioner and leather Feel free to message for more info Not selling with plates selling as is Send through serious offers

$2,000Negotiable
Narre Warren South, VIC

11/04/2024

2010 MAZDA MAZDA3 SP25 6 SP Automatic 4D SEDAN

  • 237960 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Mazda 3 Sp25 Automatic Sedan Highlights: 1. Dual Exhaust, quick and response mazda engine. 2. Extensive full service done recently: brake module changed, engine serviced, programming updated. - paper work available on request. 3. Scratches repaired. 4. Driven to and back from Uni & work. 5. Well looked after with regular servicing. 6. Engine change: As per previous owner of the vehicle, engine was replaced in 2019 due to manufacturer defect by Authentic Mazda Mechanic. Mazda SP25 engine was p

$8,500Negotiable
Werrington, NSW

11/04/2024

2012 MAZDA MAZDA3 NEO 5 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN

  • 78516 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Silver Mazda 3 Neo 5 speed Auto sedan. Great condition. Very low Kilometres. Only 1 owner. Very well looked after. Regularly serviced with full log book history. Good tyres. SRS Air bags. ABS Brakes. Power steering. Power windows. Air conditioner and heater. CD player. Clean, grey interior. Small dent in back driver side.

$9,990Negotiable
Glengowrie, SA

06/04/2024

Overview of the Mazda Mazda3

Overview of the Mazda Mazda3

The Mazda 3 is a Japanese small car that has for a long time been one of Australia's most popular vehicles. It is considered one of the most fun cars to drive in its class, with great steering and handling. There have been several generations since the model replaced the 323 in 2004.

It continues to be offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles. A 2.2-litre turbo diesel model was introduced in 2014 but axed two years later owing to slow sales, leaving a choice between two smooth and efficient petrol engines in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre form, with a standard manual gearbox or optional automatic. The first- and second-generation Mazda 3 range featured a performance variant called the MPS.

MAZDA 3 GENERATIONS

2004-2009: 1st generation

2009-2013: 2nd generation

2013-present: 3rd generation

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.2L Diesel (now discontinued): 5.0 to 5.2 litres per 100km

2.0L Petrol: 5.7 to 5.9 litres per 100km (91 unleaded)

2.5L Petrol: 6.0 to 6.5 litres per 100km (91 unleaded)

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO MAZDA 3

How Does The Mazda 3 Perform After 5 Years?

A turbo-diesel version of the 3 that has never left the city is the biggest potential problem-child, with the resulting blocked diesel-particulate (soot) filter needing a trip to the dealership to be cleaned out.

In some cases, the on-board computer pumped more fuel into the engine to try to use engine heat to clear the filter. But sometimes that fuel made its way into the engine oil, diluting it. So watch for a rising level on the dipstick over time.

Some independent workshops ignored the particulate filter that could then fail altogether, requiring costly replacement to keep the car legal and roadworthy.

Some 3s suffered from poorly rust-proofed hatchback struts that could fail, spraying fluid everywhere and dropping the hatch on your head. Or fingers.